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Cheap flights from Chicago to New York from $119

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — NYC
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Chicago to New York are usually found in September or October, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to New York (NYC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$159

One-way from

$119

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$272
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 3/3-10/3
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 31m total
  • Chicago to New York
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Delta
  • Delta
  • 9/3
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 10m total
  • Chicago to New York
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Mon 3/317:44ORD - LGA
Nonstop1h 45mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/316:40LGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 17/1$159
Mon 10/305:05ORD - JFK
1 stop28h 10mFrontier
Sat 15/311:16JFK - ORD
1 stop10h 14mFrontier
Deal found 17/1$185
Mon 3/316:58ORD - LGA
1 stop16h 02mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/309:55LGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$187
Thu 20/320:53ORD - EWR
1 stop11h 07mSpirit Airlines
Mon 24/306:00EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 15/1$212
Mon 3/308:23ORD - EWR
1 stop11h 47mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/322:08EWR - ORD
1 stop12h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$230
Mon 3/318:30ORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 32mDelta
Thu 6/315:55JFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 52mDelta
Deal found 17/1$233
Thu 6/212:35ORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 16mDelta
Sun 9/208:50LGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 59mDelta
Deal found 17/1$237
Thu 6/217:05ORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 25mJetBlue
Sun 9/213:50JFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 53mJetBlue
Deal found 16/1$238
Sun 2/221:45ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 13mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/210:00EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/1$253
Wed 5/214:50ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 08mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/207:00EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 16/1$254
Sat 15/214:55ORD - EWR
1 stop5h 59mDelta
Sat 22/206:00EWR - ORD
1 stop4h 16mDelta
Deal found 16/1$256
Tue 25/318:18ORD - LGA
1 stop4h 12mUnited Airlines
Fri 28/306:10LGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/1$286

Find flights from Chicago to New York within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Chicago to New York that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

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ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/3

17:44-20:29

Nonstop1h 45m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 10/3

16:40-18:26

Nonstop2h 46m

$159

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/3

05:05-10:15

1 stop28h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 15/3

11:16-20:30

1 stop10h 14m

$185

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/3

16:58-10:00

1 stop16h 02m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 10/3

09:55-11:36

Nonstop2h 41m

$187

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 20/3

20:53-09:00

1 stop11h 07m

Newark

Mon 24/3

06:00-07:44

Nonstop2h 44m

$212

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/3

08:23-21:10

1 stop11h 47m

Newark

Mon 10/3

22:08-09:29

1 stop12h 21m

$230

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/3

18:30-22:02

Nonstop2h 32m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 6/3

15:55-17:47

Nonstop2h 52m

$233

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 6/2

12:35-15:51

Nonstop2h 16m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 9/2

08:50-10:49

Nonstop2h 59m

$237

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 6/2

17:05-20:30

Nonstop2h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/2

13:50-15:43

Nonstop2h 53m

$238

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/2

21:45-00:58

Nonstop2h 13m

Newark

Tue 11/2

10:00-11:38

Nonstop2h 38m

$253

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/2

14:50-17:58

Nonstop2h 08m

Newark

Wed 12/2

07:00-08:46

Nonstop2h 46m

$254

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to New York

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to New York?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Chicago to New York. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to New York is 54 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to New York?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New York (average of $1,203). Flying from Chicago to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,944). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

When flying from Chicago to New York, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 38% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to New York

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to New York. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

The most flights from CHI to NYC are scheduled on a Thursday (178 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (52 on average).

Rainfall in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York ranges from 71.0 - 114.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 114.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit New York when rainfall is around 71.0 mm.

Temperature in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 1.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to New York. Reviews last updated 17 January 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to New York, such as JetBlue, Delta and Alaska Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,659 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,659 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,659 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,684 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,659 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,513 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,659 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,199 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,659 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,969 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,659 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to New York round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($159), Frontier ($185), and Delta ($233) offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago to New York. These flights start at 48% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to New York one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Chicago to New York are Delta ($119), United Airlines ($119), and Frontier ($132).

  • What are the most popular routes from Chicago to New York?

    Most travellers choose Chicago O'Hare Intl - Newark, Chicago O'Hare Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl or Chicago O'Hare Intl - New York LaGuardia when deciding on the best route from Chicago to New York.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to New York?

    Consider EL AL (80%), Alaska Airlines (79%) or Air France (79%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to New York.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to New York that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to New York flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to New York.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to New York?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to New York by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to New York?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New York (average of $1,203). Flying from Chicago to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,944). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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