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Cheap flights from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport from $161

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 2/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — LGA
9 Sep — 16 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to New York LaGuardia are usually found in January or October, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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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 10 August 2026.

Fri 16/1013:00 -
Nonstop2h 19m
Wed 21/1011:20 -
Nonstop2h 44m
Deal found 10/8$287
Tue 1/915:05 -
Nonstop2h 18m
Tue 1/920:29 -
Nonstop3h 01m
Deal found 9/8$315
Tue 1/911:30 -
Nonstop2h 30m
Wed 2/917:00 -
Nonstop3h 12m
Deal found 9/8$321
Wed 2/914:00 -
Nonstop2h 25m
Wed 9/907:20 -
Nonstop2h 40m
Deal found 5/8$328
Sat 29/818:29 -
Nonstop2h 25m
Sun 30/821:27 -
Nonstop2h 32m
Deal found 7/8$335
Sat 29/807:05 -
Nonstop2h 14m
Sun 30/807:30 -
Nonstop2h 36m
Deal found 8/8$337
Thu 17/914:00 -
Nonstop2h 25m
Tue 22/911:20 -
Nonstop2h 44m
Deal found 5/8$342
Tue 1/910:30 -
Nonstop2h 18m
Thu 3/906:00 -
Nonstop2h 29m
Deal found 6/8$344
Thu 3/906:00 -
Nonstop2h 13m
Mon 5/1006:00 -
Nonstop2h 39m
Deal found 9/8$349

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 10 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$315

One-way from

$161

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$417
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 1/9-1/9
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 19m total
  • Chicago to New York
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Delta
  • Delta
  • 2/9
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 27m total
  • Chicago to New York
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Cheapest return flight

ChicagoNew York

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - LGA New York LaGuardia

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/9

09:00-12:23

Nonstop2h 23m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 3/9

13:25-15:09

Nonstop2h 44m

$335

ChicagoNew York

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - LGA New York LaGuardia

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/11

19:20-22:49

Nonstop2h 29m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 9/11

18:55-20:45

Nonstop2h 50m

$349

ChicagoNew York

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - LGA New York LaGuardia

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 19/9

17:00-20:25

Nonstop2h 25m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 21/9

14:25-16:09

Nonstop2h 44m

$349

ChicagoNew York

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - LGA New York LaGuardia

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 23/9

11:30-14:55

Nonstop2h 25m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 30/9

07:20-08:57

Nonstop2h 37m

$349

ChicagoNew York

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - LGA New York LaGuardia

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/9

07:00-10:15

Nonstop2h 15m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 15/9

07:20-08:57

Nonstop2h 37m

$349
Fastest return journey

ChicagoNew York

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - LGA New York LaGuardia

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 21/9

07:00-10:15

Nonstop2h 15m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 25/9

20:45-22:18

Nonstop2h 33m

$349

ChicagoNew York

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - LGA New York LaGuardia

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/9

15:00-23:09

1 stop7h 09m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 15/9

06:00-13:45

1 stop8h 45m

$358

ChicagoNew York

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - LGA New York LaGuardia

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 23/9

15:00-23:09

1 stop7h 09m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 30/9

06:00-13:45

1 stop8h 45m

$358

ChicagoNew York

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - LGA New York LaGuardia

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/9

14:29-17:50

Nonstop2h 21m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 16/9

07:20-08:57

Nonstop2h 37m

$378
Cheapest one-way

ChicagoNew York

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - LGA New York LaGuardia

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/9

17:40-21:07

Nonstop2h 27m

$161

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to LaGuardia

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport (average of $307). Flying from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $511). 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 10 August 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 70% 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 10 August 2026.

The most flights from CHI to LGA are scheduled on a Friday (77 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (40 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport flights typically cost between $300 and $546 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $315 on American Airlines (1 Sept–1 Sept).

How often are flights from Chicago to New York delayed?

About 24% of weekly flights between Chicago and New York have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 143 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 Sunday 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 22% of flights being delayed.

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

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 65 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

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 17m. 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 Air France (100%), Endeavor Airlines (100%) and Delta (78%).

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport (average of $307). Flying from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $511). 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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