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Cheap flights from Newark Airport to Chicago from $106

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 4/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — CHI
6 Dec — 13 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Newark to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Newark to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 November 2025.

Sat 6/1205:59EWR - ORD
1 stop6h 55mFrontier
Mon 8/1211:44ORD - EWR
1 stop8h 51mFrontier
Deal found 4/11$199
Sat 22/1111:05EWR - ORD
1 stop13h 01mSpirit Airlines
Mon 24/1114:01ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/11$202
Thu 13/1115:22EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 43mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/1206:00ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/11$203
Mon 1/1211:35EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 21mSpirit Airlines
Wed 3/1214:01ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/11$208
Wed 3/1207:00EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 47mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/1215:35ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/11$211
Fri 5/1215:25EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 44mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/1218:05ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/11$220
Mon 15/1221:57EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 35mUnited Airlines
Thu 15/106:05ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/11$226
Thu 25/1207:59EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 55mUnited Airlines
Thu 25/1215:53ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/11$228
Thu 13/1115:22EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 43mUnited Airlines
Mon 17/1113:16ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/11$230
Tue 2/1218:59EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 47mUnited Airlines
Thu 4/1221:08ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/11$231
Sat 13/1214:25EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 39mUnited Airlines
Thu 18/1206:00ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/11$234
Thu 13/1108:00EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 48mUnited Airlines
Tue 13/115:35ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/11$236

Cheap flight deals from Newark to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Newark (EWR) to Chicago (CHI). 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 6 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$199

One-way from

$106

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$357
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 6/12-8/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 15h 46m total
  • Newark to Chicago
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 4/12
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 42m total
  • Newark to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($70 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Newark to Chicago 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 6 November 2025.
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NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Thu 11/12

07:00-08:47

Nonstop2h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 16/12

11:51-14:59

Nonstop2h 08m

$211

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Thu 4/12

14:25-16:04

Nonstop2h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/12

06:00-09:07

Nonstop2h 07m

$211

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Fri 5/12

15:25-17:09

Nonstop2h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/12

18:05-21:28

Nonstop2h 23m

$220

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Tue 27/1

21:22-22:59

Nonstop2h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 28/1

09:02-12:18

Nonstop2h 16m

$242

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Thu 15/1

06:00-09:40

1 stop4h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 18/1

05:33-12:58

1 stop6h 25m

$273

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Mon 24/11

06:00-10:19

1 stop5h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 17/12

10:45-16:01

1 stop4h 16m

$288

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Fri 19/12

08:00-09:55

Nonstop2h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 28/12

19:59-23:15

Nonstop2h 16m

$288

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Wed 8/4

07:00-08:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/4

06:00-09:06

Nonstop2h 06m

$288

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Tue 16/12

07:05-12:10

1 stop6h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/1

18:02-23:27

1 stop4h 25m

$296

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Tue 10/3

13:00-18:46

1 stop6h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/3

07:00-12:09

1 stop4h 09m

$317

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Best time to book a flight from Newark to Chicago

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Newark Airport to Chicago

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Newark to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 31 October 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Newark Airport to Chicago, you should look to book at least 77 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 Newark Airport to Chicago?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Chicago (average of $100). Flying from Newark Airport to Chicago in August is currently the most expensive (average of $245). 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 EWR to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Newark to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 6 November 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Newark Airport to Chicago in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 72% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Newark Airport to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Newark to Chicago. 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 6 November 2025.

The most flights from EWR to CHI are scheduled on a Wednesday (59 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (26 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Newark to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Newark Airport to Chicago?

    Departing from Newark Airport to Chicago will take you 2h 47m. The distance from Newark Airport to Chicago is about 1152 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Newark Airport to Chicago on time: Japan Airlines (87%), Air Canada (78%), TAP AIR PORTUGAL (77%).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Chicago (average of $100). Flying from Newark Airport to Chicago in August is currently the most expensive (average of $245). 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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