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Cheap flights from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from $96

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 29/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — ORD
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl are usually found in January or February, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from New York to O'Hare Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 March 2026.

Tue 28/416:05
EWR
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ORD
1 stop9h 19m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 2/512:53
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 07m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 15/3$166
Mon 13/422:54
EWR
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ORD
Nonstop2h 28m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 16/411:28
ORD
-
EWR
1 stop5h 06m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 20/3$181
Fri 1/521:00
EWR
-
ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 8/512:47
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 07m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 16/3$186
Sat 25/410:08
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 34m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 27/412:47
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 07m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 17/3$188
Thu 16/410:08
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 34m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 23/411:28
ORD
-
EWR
1 stop5h 06m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 17/3$193
Fri 10/422:54
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 28m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 13/418:01
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 08m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 17/3$198
Fri 1/510:08
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 34m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 4/512:47
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 07m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 17/3$205
Tue 24/306:00
EWR
-
ORD
1 stop12h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 1/418:01
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 08m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 20/3$207
Wed 29/416:05
EWR
-
ORD
1 stop9h 19m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 4/512:47
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 07m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 18/3$208
Fri 17/410:08
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 34m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 20/412:47
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 07m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 17/3$212

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$166

One-way from

$96

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Average price

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  • 11h 26m total
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NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Tue 28/4

16:05-00:24

1 stop9h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/5

12:53-16:00

Nonstop2h 07m

$166

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Wed 15/4

16:50-18:30

Nonstop2h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 20/4

22:10-01:30

Nonstop2h 20m

$279
Fastest return journey

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Thu 16/4

06:00-07:43

Nonstop2h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 23/4

06:00-09:10

Nonstop2h 10m

$279

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Fri 8/5

21:50-23:37

Nonstop2h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/5

06:00-09:12

Nonstop2h 12m

$307

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Sat 23/5

19:12-21:00

Nonstop2h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 24/5

06:00-09:12

Nonstop2h 12m

$307

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Fri 17/4

07:40-09:23

Nonstop2h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 19/4

06:00-09:10

Nonstop2h 10m

$307

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Fri 7/8

21:40-23:30

Nonstop2h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 15/8

17:00-20:29

Nonstop2h 29m

$324

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Tue 28/7

13:00-18:41

1 stop6h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/8

17:45-23:01

1 stop4h 16m

$378

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Wed 12/8

06:00-09:24

1 stop4h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/8

13:35-19:27

1 stop4h 52m

$378

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Sat 25/4

16:50-18:30

Nonstop2h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 28/4

15:35-18:59

Nonstop2h 24m

$381

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Best time to book a flight from New York to O'Hare Intl

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from New York to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 62 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $78). Flying from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $164). 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 NYC to ORD?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to O'Hare Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 March 2026.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 85% on flights from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to O'Hare Intl. 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 March 2026.

The most flights from NYC to ORD are scheduled on a Friday (185 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (60 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

How often are flights from New York to Chicago delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between New York and Chicago have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 165 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Chicago flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Chicago flights?

Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

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  • How long is the flight from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Airlines like Spirit Airlines and United Airlines fly from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in about 2h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 39m. New York and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are separated by a distance of 1152 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Consider Etihad Airways (77%), Hawaiian Airlines (73%) or Qatar Airways (70%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to O'Hare Intl that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to O'Hare Intl?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to O'Hare Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to O'Hare Intl 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 New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $78). Flying from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $164). 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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