Cheap flights from Chicago to New York from $121

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 17/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — NYC
3 Sep — 10 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to New York are usually found in January or September, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to New York (NYC). 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 29 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$170

One-way from

$121

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$351

Good one-way deal

$143 or less
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 26/9-27/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 50m total
  • Chicago to New York
Delta
  • Delta
  • 17/9
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 08m total
  • Chicago to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($11 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to New York (NYC).

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Cheapest flights from Chicago to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 August 2025.

Fri 26/920:49ORD - LGA
1 stop14h 12mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/915:12LGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8$170
Thu 25/907:40ORD - LGA
1 stop7h 49mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/915:13LGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8$172
Tue 28/1011:08ORD - LGA
Nonstop1h 55mSpirit Airlines
Wed 29/1012:59LGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 27/8$175
Tue 23/911:13ORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/911:30LGA - ORD
1 stop6h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8$182
Fri 26/920:49ORD - LGA
1 stop14h 12mFrontier
Mon 29/906:30LGA - ORD
1 stop10h 20mFrontier
Deal found 28/8$184
Tue 28/1012:37ORD - LGA
1 stop8h 44mFrontier
Wed 29/1022:00LGA - ORD
1 stop10h 54mFrontier
Deal found 27/8$185
Sat 27/916:35ORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 06mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/922:56LGA - ORD
1 stop11h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8$189
Tue 23/911:45ORD - LGA
1 stop11h 12mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/915:13LGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8$190
Thu 25/911:13ORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 05mSpirit Airlines
Tue 30/915:13LGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 27/8$193
Wed 24/911:13ORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 05mSpirit Airlines
Tue 30/915:13LGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 28/8$195
Tue 23/911:13ORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 05mSpirit Airlines
Sat 27/920:36LGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 28/8$196
Sun 28/920:49ORD - LGA
1 stop14h 12mFrontier
Mon 29/922:00LGA - ORD
1 stop13h 40mFrontier
Deal found 28/8$202

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Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 25/9

11:13-14:18

Nonstop2h 05m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 30/9

15:13-16:51

Nonstop2h 38m

$193

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 29/9

11:13-14:18

Nonstop2h 05m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 1/10

15:13-16:51

Nonstop2h 38m

$193

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 18/9

11:13-14:18

Nonstop2h 05m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 25/9

15:13-16:51

Nonstop2h 38m

$212

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 29/9

11:13-14:18

Nonstop2h 05m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 3/10

15:13-16:51

Nonstop2h 38m

$212

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/10

12:30-15:41

Nonstop2h 11m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 14/10

17:41-19:25

Nonstop2h 44m

$213

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/10

11:00-14:19

Nonstop2h 19m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 5/10

21:30-23:07

Nonstop2h 37m

$213

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 29/9

20:20-23:38

Nonstop2h 18m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 1/10

18:59-20:35

Nonstop2h 36m

$213

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/10

17:00-20:17

Nonstop2h 17m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 14/10

08:25-10:02

Nonstop2h 37m

$213

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/10

15:00-18:17

Nonstop2h 17m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 6/10

20:30-22:07

Nonstop2h 37m

$213

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 18/10

07:00-10:11

Nonstop2h 11m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 20/10

16:36-18:23

Nonstop2h 47m

$213

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to New York

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Chicago to New York. Price data was last updated on 22 August 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to New York is 56 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New York (average of $1,203). Flying from Chicago to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,944). 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 NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 August 2025.

When flying from Chicago to New York, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 39% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to New York

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to New York. 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 29 August 2025.

The most flights from CHI to NYC are scheduled on a Thursday (195 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (101 on average).

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

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to New York. Reviews last updated 29 August 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to New York, such as Spirit Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

5.9

Boarding

6.6

Crew

7.0

Overall

6.3

Food

5.1

Entertainment

5.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

LAS - DTW

Was the most uncomfortable seat I have ever sat in on an airplane

Comfort

5.9

Boarding

6.6

Crew

7.0

Overall

6.3

Food

5.1

Entertainment

5.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

LAS - DTW

Was the most uncomfortable seat I have ever sat in on an airplane

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  • How long is the flight from Chicago to New York?

    Airlines like Spirit Airlines, Delta, and JetBlue fly from Chicago to New York in about 2h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. Airlines will cover a distance of 1176 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to New York one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Chicago to New York are Delta ($121), JetBlue ($121), and Southwest ($123).

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New York (average of $1,203). Flying from Chicago to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,944). 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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