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Cheap flights from Chicago to New York from $84

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 1/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — NYC
22 May — 29 May1
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 54 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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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 22 April 2026.

Tue 2/613:49
ORD
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 11m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 9/618:29
LGA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 42m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 17/4$166
Sat 27/617:06
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 22m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 29/614:45
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 26m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 20/4$166
Thu 4/612:59
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 07m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 11/617:01
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 37m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 20/4$169
Tue 12/507:05
ORD
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 16m
Delta
Tue 12/518:50
LGA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 56m
Delta
Deal found 21/4$180
Thu 30/412:47
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 07m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 2/510:08
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 34m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 20/4$180
Mon 11/513:49
ORD
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 11m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 15/518:29
LGA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 42m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 21/4$187
Tue 5/513:49
ORD
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 11m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 5/518:29
LGA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 42m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 20/4$194
Wed 20/510:45
ORD
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 12m
Delta
Mon 31/806:00
LGA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 36m
Delta
Deal found 20/4$198
Wed 20/505:00
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 12m
United Airlines
Tue 26/521:40
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 21/4$205
Tue 2/614:40
ORD
-
LGA
1 stop7h 45m
Southwest
Wed 3/606:55
LGA
-
ORD
1 stop6h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 21/4$208
Tue 12/514:40
ORD
-
LGA
1 stop7h 45m
Southwest
Tue 19/506:55
LGA
-
ORD
1 stop6h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 21/4$209
Wed 20/505:00
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 12m
United Airlines
Mon 25/521:40
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 21/4$211

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 22 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$166

One-way from

$84

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$339

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$166 or less
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  • 4h 53m total
  • Chicago to New York
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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 22 April 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/6

06:15-19:47

1 stop12h 32m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 14/6

18:29-20:11

Nonstop2h 42m

$233

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 24/6

10:35-13:56

Nonstop2h 21m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 15/7

06:00-07:32

Nonstop2h 32m

$247

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 30/7

21:30-00:53

Nonstop2h 23m

Newark

Sun 2/8

06:00-07:42

Nonstop2h 42m

$247

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 14/8

20:20-23:44

Nonstop2h 24m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 17/8

06:00-07:36

Nonstop2h 36m

$247

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/8

06:00-09:12

Nonstop2h 12m

Newark

Tue 4/8

21:40-23:30

Nonstop2h 50m

$247

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 26/6

20:10-23:40

Nonstop2h 30m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 30/6

21:00-22:48

Nonstop2h 48m

$247
Fastest return journey

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/8

07:00-10:14

Nonstop2h 14m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 7/8

06:00-07:32

Nonstop2h 32m

$247

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/7

06:05-09:26

Nonstop2h 21m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 6/7

07:30-09:25

Nonstop2h 55m

$247

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/6

21:19-00:42

Nonstop2h 23m

Newark

Thu 11/6

21:40-23:30

Nonstop2h 50m

$249

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 22/5

19:45-23:15

Nonstop2h 30m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 26/5

07:10-08:49

Nonstop2h 39m

$260

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to New York

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

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 17 April 2026.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to New York is 54 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 $282). Flying from Chicago to New York in August is currently the most expensive (average of $371). 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 22 April 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 64% versus a flight in the morning.

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 22 April 2026.

The most flights from CHI to NYC are scheduled on a Monday (195 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (80 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 23% 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 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.

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 22 April 2026.
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.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,627 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

6.6

Entertainment

4.9

Food

5.0

Overall

6.3

Comfort

5.9

Crew

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

maria,Apr 2026

MCO - MEM

Flight was delayed for several hours after boarding plane. Seems like maybe they could’ve thrown in a drink or something. On the way there my flight was delayed over two hours… And again over two hours delayed on the return flight. Haven’t flown spirit in a while. Makes me rethink if you have to be somewhere on time, it may not be the right airline
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,627 reviews
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,627 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

6.6

Entertainment

4.9

Food

5.0

Overall

6.3

Comfort

5.9

Crew

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

maria,Apr 2026

MCO - MEM

Flight was delayed for several hours after boarding plane. Seems like maybe they could’ve thrown in a drink or something. On the way there my flight was delayed over two hours… And again over two hours delayed on the return flight. Haven’t flown spirit in a while. Makes me rethink if you have to be somewhere on time, it may not be the right airline

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 Spirit Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines fly from Chicago to New York in about 2h 21m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10h 11m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1176 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chicago to New York?

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

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

    Consider Cathay Pacific (100%), Kenya Airways (81%) or Singapore Airlines (80%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to New York.

  • 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 $282). Flying from Chicago to New York in August is currently the most expensive (average of $371). 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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