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Cheap flights from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from $151

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 22/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — ORD
6 Sep — 13 Sep1
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 Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

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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 7 August 2026.

Wed 26/807:30 -
Nonstop2h 43m
Wed 2/907:05 -
Nonstop2h 17m
Deal found 3/8$308
Sat 5/906:50 -
Nonstop2h 46m
Sat 5/920:36 -
Nonstop2h 23m
Deal found 4/8$310
Sat 14/1111:30 -
1 stop13h 20m
Tue 17/1114:03 -
1 stop6h 25m
Deal found 2/8$320
Tue 8/923:00 -
Nonstop2h 28m
Thu 10/906:00 -
Nonstop2h 13m
Deal found 3/8$322
Tue 8/907:30 -
Nonstop2h 43m
Wed 30/909:00 -
Nonstop2h 26m
Deal found 6/8$330
Fri 4/919:13 -
Nonstop2h 47m
Sat 5/921:35 -
Nonstop2h 22m
Deal found 2/8$335
Fri 18/923:00 -
Nonstop2h 28m
Sun 20/905:00 -
Nonstop2h 14m
Deal found 3/8$337
Tue 8/910:42 -
Nonstop2h 44m
Sat 12/906:29 -
Nonstop2h 20m
Deal found 5/8$339
Tue 29/921:45 -
Nonstop2h 36m
Thu 1/1007:30 -
Nonstop2h 18m
Deal found 5/8$344
Fri 28/818:20 -
Nonstop2h 47m
Sun 30/805:00 -
Nonstop2h 14m
Deal found 5/8$351
Fri 18/905:23 -
Nonstop2h 50m
Fri 25/920:38 -
Nonstop2h 21m
Deal found 4/8$352
Tue 6/1017:29 -
Nonstop2h 59m
Tue 13/1006:43 -
Nonstop2h 23m
Deal found 5/8$354

Find flight deals from New York to O'Hare Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) to O'Hare Intl (ORD). 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 7 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$308

One-way from

$151

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$450
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 22/8-25/8
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 53m total
  • New York to Chicago
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Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 22/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 54m total
  • New York to Chicago
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NewarkChicago

EWR Newark - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

EWRORD

Newark

Wed 16/9

11:15-12:59

Nonstop2h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 23/9

13:30-16:54

Nonstop2h 24m

$337

NewarkChicago

EWR Newark - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

EWRORD

Newark

Wed 19/8

06:00-12:16

1 stop7h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 22/8

18:00-23:56

1 stop4h 56m

$408

NewarkChicago

EWR Newark - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

EWRORD

Newark

Fri 4/12

09:40-13:59

1 stop5h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/12

08:04-15:47

1 stop6h 43m

$422

NewarkChicago

EWR Newark - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

EWRORD

Newark

Tue 1/9

06:00-07:40

Nonstop2h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/9

21:35-00:57

Nonstop2h 22m

$436

NewarkChicago

EWR Newark - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

EWRORD

Newark

Fri 28/8

16:55-18:39

Nonstop2h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 29/8

05:00-08:14

Nonstop2h 14m

$436

NewarkChicago

EWR Newark - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

EWRORD

Newark

Sat 5/9

07:30-09:13

Nonstop2h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/9

17:30-20:59

Nonstop2h 29m

$443

NewarkChicago

EWR Newark - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

EWRORD

Newark

Mon 24/8

21:45-23:22

Nonstop2h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 28/8

17:29-20:58

Nonstop2h 29m

$443

NewarkChicago

EWR Newark - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

EWRORD

Newark

Wed 2/9

13:05-14:45

Nonstop2h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/9

05:00-08:14

Nonstop2h 14m

$443

NewarkChicago

EWR Newark - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

EWRORD

Newark

Sat 5/9

10:19-11:59

Nonstop2h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/9

06:00-09:13

Nonstop2h 13m

$450
Fastest return journey

NewarkChicago

EWR Newark - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

EWRORD

Newark

Sat 24/10

07:17-09:00

Nonstop2h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 27/10

07:00-10:08

Nonstop2h 08m

$450

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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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $285). Flying from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $513). 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 7 August 2026.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 83% 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 7 August 2026.

The most flights from NYC to ORD are scheduled on a Thursday (192 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (75 on average).

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights typically cost between $324 and $598 in August.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $308 on United Airlines (26 Aug–2 Sept).

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 164 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?

Tuesday 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.

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

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 61 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.

Related info for your journey

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

    Airlines like Delta and United Airlines fly from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in about 2h 37m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 44m. 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 Malaysia Airlines (87%), American Airlines (86%) or Alaska Airlines (85%) 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $285). Flying from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $513). 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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