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Cheap flights from Chicago to Newark Airport from $166

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — EWR
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Chicago to Newark are usually found in September or October, booked 40 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Newark

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Newark (EWR). 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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$166

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$354
Spirit Airlines
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  • 1/4-2/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 30h 44m total
  • Chicago to Newark
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Newark
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Newark. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Tue 1/412:14ORD - EWR
1 stop9h 10mSpirit Airlines
Wed 2/412:10EWR - ORD
2 stops21h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 20/2$166
Thu 17/406:00ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 14mUnited Airlines
Sun 20/407:00EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/2$232
Mon 3/316:58ORD - EWR
1 stop5h 11mDelta
Wed 5/306:00EWR - ORD
1 stop4h 31mDelta
Deal found 20/2$273
Tue 4/317:59ORD - EWR
Nonstop1h 58mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/306:52EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 20/2$356
Fri 8/820:10ORD - EWR
1 stop13h 32mSun Country Air
Thu 14/811:41EWR - ORD
1 stop8h 30mSun Country Air
Deal found 20/2$478
Wed 2/418:56ORD - EWR
1 stop22h 33mAlaska Airlines
Wed 30/415:29EWR - ORD
2 stops15h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 20/2$618

Find flights from Chicago to Newark within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Newark 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 21 February 2025.

Fly from

Chicago

Fly to

Newark

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/4

12:14-22:24

1 stop9h 10m

Newark

Wed 2/4

12:10-08:44

2 stops21h 34m

$166

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 17/4

06:00-09:14

Nonstop2h 14m

Newark

Sun 20/4

07:00-08:40

Nonstop2h 40m

$232

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/3

16:58-23:09

1 stop5h 11m

Newark

Wed 5/3

06:00-09:31

1 stop4h 31m

$273

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/3

17:59-20:57

Nonstop1h 58m

Newark

Thu 6/3

06:52-08:31

Nonstop2h 39m

$356

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/8

20:10-10:42

1 stop13h 32m

Newark

Thu 14/8

11:41-19:11

1 stop8h 30m

$478

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/4

18:56-18:29

1 stop22h 33m

Newark

Wed 30/4

15:29-06:05

2 stops15h 36m

$618

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/4

16:00-19:28

Nonstop2h 28m

$169

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/3

14:55-21:54

1 stop5h 59m

$190

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 16/3

07:00-13:00

1 stop5h 00m

$268

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 27/7

20:10-10:42

1 stop13h 32m

$287

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Newark

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Newark

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Chicago to Newark including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Newark Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Chicago to Newark. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to Newark Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 40 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Newark Airport?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Newark Airport (average of $1,041). Flying from Chicago to Newark Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,731). 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 EWR?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Newark. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Chicago to Newark Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 11% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Newark Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Newark. 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 21 February 2025.

The most flights from CHI to EWR are scheduled on a Thursday (61 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

Rainfall in Newark by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Newark Airport ranges from 74.0 - 122.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 122.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Newark Airport when rainfall is around 74.0 mm.

Temperature in Newark by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Newark Airport, 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 0.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Newark

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Newark. 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 Newark. Reviews last updated 21 February 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to New York, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,697 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,697 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,697 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,213 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,697 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,759 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,697 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,697 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Sun Country Air
7.0
Good
374 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,697 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Newark Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $166, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Chicago to Newark Airport and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $232 and $273, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 58% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Newark Airport one-way?

    $169 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and American Airlines, with prices starting from $190 and $268, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Newark Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Newark Airport are Republic Airways (97%), ANA (82%) and Air New Zealand (81%).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Newark?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Newark 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 Newark Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Newark Airport (average of $1,041). Flying from Chicago to Newark Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,731). 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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