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Cheap flights from Chicago to New York from $147

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 5/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — NYC
18 Aug — 25 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to New York are usually found in January or February, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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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 19 July 2026.

Tue 25/809:40
ORD
-
JFK
Nonstop2h 19m
JetBlue
Tue 25/820:00
JFK
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 58m
JetBlue
Deal found 15/7$275
Fri 7/817:27
ORD
-
JFK
Nonstop2h 33m
JetBlue
Wed 12/815:40
JFK
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 55m
JetBlue
Deal found 16/7$286
Tue 25/813:12
ORD
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 18m
American Airlines
Tue 25/819:29
LGA
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 15/7$291
Tue 25/810:09
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 21m
American Airlines
Tue 25/817:19
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 15/7$291
Sun 6/910:56
ORD
-
JFK
1 stop5h 54m
JetBlue
Sun 6/920:00
JFK
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 55m
JetBlue
Deal found 14/7$291
Sat 26/906:30
ORD
-
JFK
Nonstop2h 18m
JetBlue
Sat 26/913:00
JFK
-
ORD
1 stop7h 22m
JetBlue
Deal found 15/7$292
Fri 14/806:00
ORD
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 09m
Delta
Thu 27/807:30
LGA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 36m
Delta
Deal found 14/7$296
Fri 7/821:30
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 23m
United Airlines
Sun 9/806:00
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 41m
United Airlines
Deal found 14/7$296
Wed 12/806:00
ORD
-
JFK
Nonstop2h 17m
JetBlue
Thu 27/807:00
JFK
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 46m
JetBlue
Deal found 14/7$296
Fri 14/817:49
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 25m
American Airlines
Tue 18/806:50
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 46m
American Airlines
Deal found 15/7$299
Mon 21/920:24
ORD
-
JFK
1 stop9h 03m
JetBlue
Tue 22/910:00
JFK
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 47m
JetBlue
Deal found 14/7$299
Fri 23/1013:00
ORD
-
JFK
Nonstop2h 20m
JetBlue
Fri 23/1020:05
JFK
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 51m
JetBlue
Deal found 16/7$304

Find 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 19 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$275

One-way from

$147

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$382

Good round-trip deal

$261 or less

Good one-way deal

$122 or less
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  • 25/8-25/8
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 17m total
  • Chicago to New York
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  • 5/9
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 19m total
  • Chicago to New York
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Chicago to New York 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 19 July 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 15/8

09:30-12:46

Nonstop2h 16m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 18/8

18:45-20:49

Nonstop3h 04m

$296

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 18/9

15:00-18:25

Nonstop2h 25m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 20/9

06:10-07:50

Nonstop2h 40m

$296

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/1

06:00-09:14

Nonstop2h 14m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 6/1

14:30-16:12

Nonstop2h 42m

$296
Fastest return journey

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/8

06:00-09:12

Nonstop2h 12m

Newark

Wed 12/8

21:45-23:22

Nonstop2h 37m

$296

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 28/8

17:27-21:00

Nonstop2h 33m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 4/9

20:00-21:58

Nonstop2h 58m

$311

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 31/8

20:12-23:44

Nonstop2h 32m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 7/9

06:00-07:29

Nonstop2h 29m

$311

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 20/8

13:00-16:19

Nonstop2h 19m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 25/8

14:25-16:09

Nonstop2h 44m

$311

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/8

20:12-23:44

Nonstop2h 32m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 19/8

16:00-18:03

Nonstop3h 03m

$311

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 20/9

07:00-10:17

Nonstop2h 17m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 22/9

06:10-07:50

Nonstop2h 40m

$311

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/8

16:00-19:35

Nonstop2h 35m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 11/8

06:00-07:29

Nonstop2h 29m

$311

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to New York

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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 $259). Flying from Chicago to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $464). 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 19 July 2026.

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 in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 66% versus a flight at midday.

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 19 July 2026.

The most flights from CHI to NYC are scheduled on a Friday (197 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (150 on average).

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

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 145 minutes.

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

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 21% of flights being delayed.

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

The best time to book flights from Chicago to New York is 71 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.

Related info for your journey

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

    Airlines like Delta, United Airlines, and JetBlue fly from Chicago to New York in about 2h 16m. 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 most popular routes from Chicago to New York?

    Most travellers choose Chicago O'Hare Intl - Newark, Chicago O'Hare Intl - New York LaGuardia or Chicago O'Hare Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl when deciding on the best route from Chicago to New York.

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

    Consider Kenya Airways (90%), Etihad Airways (90%) or Royal Air Maroc (90%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to New York.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to New York?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to New York is $122. On average you can expect to pay $122. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Newark), can usually be booked for $415.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to New York?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to New York 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?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New York (average of $259). Flying from Chicago to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $464). 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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