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Cheap flights from Chicago to Newark Airport from $81

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 13/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — EWR
26 Mar — 2 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Newark are usually found in January or March, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Newark
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Newark. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 February 2026.

Mon 9/318:51
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 09m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 15/322:54
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 28m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 22/2$146
Tue 10/318:51
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 09m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 15/322:54
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 28m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 23/2$153
Tue 7/418:10
ORD
-
EWR
1 stop13h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 14/417:39
EWR
-
ORD
1 stop5h 50m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 20/2$156
Fri 13/318:10
ORD
-
EWR
1 stop13h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 16/322:54
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 28m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 23/2$157
Sat 7/318:51
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 09m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 8/323:05
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 35m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 22/2$158
Tue 17/318:01
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 08m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 22/322:54
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 28m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 22/2$163
Sat 25/419:41
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 24m
United Airlines
Sat 2/510:24
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 21/2$165
Tue 3/318:51
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 09m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 8/323:05
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 35m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 23/2$167
Sat 14/318:01
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 08m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 21/322:54
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 28m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 21/2$174
Mon 16/318:10
ORD
-
EWR
1 stop13h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 22/322:54
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 28m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 22/2$180

Find flight deals from Chicago to Newark

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Newark (EWR). 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 24 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$146

One-way from

$81

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$361
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 9/3-15/3
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 37m total
  • Chicago to Newark
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  • Spirit Airlines
  • 13/4
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 08m total
  • Chicago to Newark
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average return price).
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ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/3

18:51-22:00

Nonstop2h 09m

Newark

Sun 8/3

23:05-00:40

Nonstop2h 35m

$167

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 23/5

17:43-23:49

1 stop5h 06m

Newark

Tue 26/5

06:00-10:27

1 stop5h 27m

$250

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/3

10:50-14:06

Nonstop2h 16m

Newark

Mon 16/3

21:25-23:13

Nonstop2h 48m

$263

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 16/4

11:40-15:00

Nonstop2h 20m

Newark

Mon 20/4

21:50-23:37

Nonstop2h 47m

$307

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/4

09:50-15:59

1 stop5h 09m

Newark

Tue 7/4

09:43-13:17

1 stop4h 34m

$307

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 30/4

13:36-19:31

1 stop4h 55m

Newark

Mon 4/5

11:30-18:13

1 stop7h 43m

$335

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 25/5

21:19-00:42

Nonstop2h 23m

Newark

Sat 30/5

07:00-08:42

Nonstop2h 42m

$356

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 19/6

13:35-19:27

1 stop4h 52m

Newark

Tue 23/6

09:40-12:39

1 stop3h 59m

$362

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/3

16:30-19:45

Nonstop2h 15m

Newark

Wed 11/3

21:25-23:13

Nonstop2h 48m

$363

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 25/3

09:50-16:11

1 stop5h 21m

Newark

Tue 31/3

16:05-21:10

1 stop6h 05m

$363

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Newark

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Newark Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Newark Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Chicago to Newark. Price data was last updated on 20 February 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to Newark Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 79 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Newark Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Newark Airport (average of $85). Flying from Chicago to Newark Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $206). 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 EWR?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Newark. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 24 February 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Chicago to Newark Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 77% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Newark Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Newark. 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 24 February 2026.

The most flights from CHI to EWR are scheduled on a Tuesday (54 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (24 on average).

How often are flights from Chicago to Newark delayed?

About 25% of weekly flights between Chicago and Newark have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 153 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Chicago to Newark 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?

Tuesday 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 Newark flights?

Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 23% of flights being delayed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Newark. 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 Newark Airport?

    Departing from Chicago to Newark Airport will take you 2h 09m. Chicago and Newark Airport are separated by a distance of 1152 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Newark Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Newark Airport are CommutAir (100%), ANA (79%) and Air Canada (76%).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Newark?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Newark 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 Newark Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Newark Airport (average of $85). Flying from Chicago to Newark Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $206). 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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