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Cheap flights from Chicago to New York from $114

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 16/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — NYC
23 Jul — 30 Jul1
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 Tuesday

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 18 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$196

One-way from

$114

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$325

Good one-way deal

$131 or less
JetBlue
  • JetBlue
  • 4/9-8/9
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 04m total
  • Chicago to New York
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 16/9
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 07m total
  • Chicago to New York
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($25 potential increase over avg. return price).
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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 July 2025
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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 18 July 2025.

Thu 4/913:36ORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 24mJetBlue
Mon 8/910:30JFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 40mJetBlue
Deal found 17/7$196
Tue 12/805:51ORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 09mSpirit Airlines
Sat 30/814:39LGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 16/7$197
Wed 3/919:05ORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 25mDelta
Sat 6/914:40LGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 46mDelta
Deal found 16/7$219
Wed 3/918:20ORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 43mDelta
Wed 10/908:00JFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 55mDelta
Deal found 16/7$219
Wed 3/906:00ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 15mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/918:30EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/7$242
Fri 15/813:00ORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 20mUnited Airlines
Sat 23/809:18LGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/7$250
Fri 1/816:37ORD - EWR
1 stop6h 35mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/822:00EWR - ORD
1 stop10h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 17/7$250
Sat 20/909:50ORD - EWR
1 stop7h 05mDelta
Wed 24/906:00EWR - ORD
1 stop5h 19mDelta
Deal found 17/7$267
Thu 7/820:30ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sat 23/819:33EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 17/7$285
Sat 9/814:55ORD - LGA
1 stop4h 50mSouthwest
Tue 12/814:05LGA - ORD
1 stop8h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 17/7$290

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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 18 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to New York that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/9

13:36-17:00

Nonstop2h 24m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/9

10:30-12:10

Nonstop2h 40m

$196

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/8

05:51-09:00

Nonstop2h 09m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 30/8

14:39-16:26

Nonstop2h 47m

$197

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/9

19:05-22:30

Nonstop2h 25m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 6/9

14:40-16:26

Nonstop2h 46m

$219

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/9

07:00-10:23

Nonstop2h 23m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/9

15:29-17:37

Nonstop3h 08m

$219

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/9

06:00-09:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Newark

Fri 5/9

18:30-20:11

Nonstop2h 41m

$242

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 15/8

13:00-16:20

Nonstop2h 20m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 23/8

09:18-10:55

Nonstop2h 37m

$250

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/8

16:37-00:12

1 stop6h 35m

Newark

Mon 4/8

22:00-07:04

1 stop10h 04m

$250

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 20/9

09:50-17:55

1 stop7h 05m

Newark

Wed 24/9

06:00-10:19

1 stop5h 19m

$267

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/8

20:30-23:59

Nonstop2h 29m

Newark

Sat 23/8

19:33-21:21

Nonstop2h 48m

$285

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/8

14:55-20:45

1 stop4h 50m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 12/8

14:05-21:30

1 stop8h 25m

$290

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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 11 July 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to New York is 30 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 18 July 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 18 July 2025.

The most flights from CHI to NYC are scheduled on a Thursday (194 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (78 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 18 July 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to New York, such as Southwest, Delta, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very Good
4,238 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very Good
4,238 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very Good
4,238 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,958 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very Good
4,238 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,865 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very Good
4,238 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,907 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very Good
4,238 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very Good
4,238 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to New York round-trip?

    According to our current data, JetBlue ($196), Spirit Airlines ($197), and Delta ($219) offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago to New York. These flights start at 35% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • 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 United Airlines ($114), Spirit Airlines ($117), and Delta ($122).

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

    Most travellers choose Chicago O'Hare Intl - New York LaGuardia, Chicago O'Hare Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl or Chicago O'Hare Intl - Newark 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%), Republic Airways (89%) or Iberia (86%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to New York.

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

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    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 $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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