Find flights
Deals
When to book
FAQs

Cheap flights from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport from $72

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 19/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — LGA
15 Jan — 22 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to New York LaGuardia are usually found in January or February, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to LaGuardia

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

Cheapest flights from Chicago to LaGuardia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to LaGuardia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 December 2025.

Thu 25/1208:00ORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 13mUnited Airlines
Thu 22/110:10LGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/12$236
Wed 24/1207:00ORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 17mDelta
Mon 5/107:30LGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 57mDelta
Deal found 15/12$245
Wed 31/1218:21ORD - LGA
1 stop4h 22mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/121:15LGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/12$254
Mon 22/1216:38ORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 04mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/106:30LGA - ORD
1 stop12h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 15/12$265
Wed 31/1218:21ORD - LGA
1 stop4h 22mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/116:25LGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/12$269
Thu 25/1208:00ORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 13mUnited Airlines
Wed 31/1219:15LGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/12$283
Wed 17/1215:26ORD - LGA
1 stop7h 16mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/119:55LGA - ORD
1 stop13h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 15/12$286
Wed 31/1218:21ORD - LGA
1 stop4h 22mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/107:10LGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/12$290
Thu 25/1208:00ORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 13mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/108:05LGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 13/12$296

Find flight deals from Chicago to LaGuardia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to LaGuardia (LGA). 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 16 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$131

One-way from

$72

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$382
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 8/1-11/1
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 48m total
  • Chicago to New York
Search Deals
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 19/1
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 06m total
  • Chicago to New York
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($37 potential increase over avg. return price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average return price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from Chicago to LaGuardia 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 16 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Chicago

Fly to

LaGuardia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/1

17:53-20:59

Nonstop2h 06m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 11/1

07:30-09:12

Nonstop2h 42m

$131

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 26/2

19:59-10:00

1 stop13h 01m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 1/3

07:30-09:12

Nonstop2h 42m

$147

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/1

16:38-19:42

Nonstop2h 04m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 14/1

12:59-23:46

1 stop11h 47m

$147

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 18/1

08:55-12:13

Nonstop2h 18m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 18/1

15:20-17:08

Nonstop2h 48m

$202

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 15/1

07:10-10:41

Nonstop2h 31m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 18/1

16:30-18:28

Nonstop2h 58m

$209

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 16/1

20:00-23:21

Nonstop2h 21m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 19/1

06:15-08:03

Nonstop2h 48m

$209

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 30/4

09:04-12:04

Nonstop2h 00m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 3/5

08:00-19:48

1 stop12h 48m

$212

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/1

10:00-13:29

Nonstop2h 29m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 11/1

20:15-22:11

Nonstop2h 56m

$236

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 18/3

17:51-20:53

Nonstop2h 02m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 22/3

20:45-08:41

1 stop12h 56m

$250

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/5

06:00-14:00

1 stop7h 00m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 5/5

08:00-19:48

1 stop12h 48m

$259

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 15/12

Showing 1-10 of 22 results
1
2
3

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to LaGuardia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to LaGuardia from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Chicago to LaGuardia. Price data was last updated on 12 December 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport, you should look to book at least 70 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 Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport (average of $102). Flying from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $206). 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 LGA?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to LaGuardia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 December 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 59% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to LaGuardia. 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 16 December 2025.

The most flights from CHI to LGA are scheduled on a Monday (79 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (20 on average).

How often are flights from Chicago to New York delayed?

About 20% of weekly flights between Chicago and New York have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 140 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing at night 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 Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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

Over the past year, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 19% of flights being delayed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to LaGuardia. 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 Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    Departing from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport will take you 2h 06m. There are 1176 km between Chicago and New York LaGuardia Airport. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport are American Airlines (64%), Delta (63%) and Alaska Airlines (63%).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport (average of $102). Flying from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $206). 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.

See more FAQs

Travelling to a place near New York LaGuardia Airport?

Book flights to New York LaGuardia Airport if you plan to visit one of these locations
Secaucus
Fort Lee
Queens
Princeton

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Chicago to LaGuardia

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
O'Hare Intl to Newark flights

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Chicago to LaGuardia?

900+ travel sites are searched through when a user searches for a flight using Cheapflights. From the search interface, users can use filters to choose airlines, airports, flight times, cabin classes and more to their preference. Book your flight to LaGuardia from Chicago today with Cheapflights!

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Chicago to LaGuardia?

Cheapflights taps into our reliable network of hundreds of airlines and travel agencies to find the best deals for flights from Chicago to LaGuardia for you. Better yet — we are completely free to use.

Can Cheapflights find flights from Chicago to LaGuardia with no change fees?

Users can book flights with no change fees policies with our dedicated filters. Book flights from Chicago to LaGuardia flexibly with Cheapflights today.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Chicago to LaGuardia become cheaper?

Of course! You can now track prices for flights from Chicago to LaGuardia and get an alert from Cheapflights when they change. Have a valid email address ready and click the bell icon next to the flight deals above to set up your price alerts.

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.