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Find cheap flights from Chicago to New York from £47

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Chicago to New York departing on 29/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Chicago to New York, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to New York (ORD-NYC)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chicago to New York that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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07:30 - 10:43ORD-LGA
2h 13mdirect
06:10 - 07:45LGA-ORD
2h 35mdirect
£94Delta
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Tue, 7 May - Wed, 8 May
10:45 - 14:08ORD-JFK
2h 23mdirect
14:55 - 16:45JFK-ORD
2h 50mdirect
£94JetBlue
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Tue, 7 May - Wed, 8 May
21:15 - 09:03ORD-EWR
10h 48m1 stop
14:55 - 20:35EWR-ORD
6h 40m1 stop
£126Spirit Airlines
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Wed, 8 May - Sat, 11 May
20:09 - 09:03ORD-EWR
11h 54m1 stop
14:55 - 20:35EWR-ORD
6h 40m1 stop
£137Spirit Airlines
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Wed, 8 May - Sat, 11 May
18:00 - 21:14ORD-LGA
2h 14mdirect
21:00 - 22:41LGA-ORD
2h 41mdirect
£150United Airlines
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Sat, 11 May - Mon, 20 May
20:00 - 23:21ORD-LGA
2h 21mdirect
07:30 - 09:07LGA-ORD
2h 37mdirect
£158United Airlines
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Sat, 29 Jun - Wed, 10 Jul
20:20 - 23:29ORD-LGA
2h 09mdirect
06:27 - 09:20LGA-ORD
3h 53m1 stop
£161American Airlines
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Tue, 13 Aug - Fri, 16 Aug
13:30 - 22:40ORD-LGA
8h 10m1 stop
06:00 - 10:45LGA-ORD
5h 45m1 stop
£169Southwest
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Mon, 13 May - Wed, 15 May
08:20 - 13:15ORD-LGA
3h 55m1 stop
06:27 - 09:20LGA-ORD
3h 53m1 stop
£178American Airlines
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Tue, 13 Aug - Fri, 16 Aug
21:00 - 12:15ORD-LGA
14h 15m1 stop
20:40 - 09:25LGA-ORD
13h 45m1 stop
£210Southwest
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Mon, 29 Apr - Wed, 1 May

Flights from Chicago to New York - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chicago to New York to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New York flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for one-way flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New York.
Our data shows that the cheapest route for a one-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New York cost £35 and was between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and New York LaGuardia Airport. On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is £59.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to New York?

The average price of all flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New York clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
For Chicago to New York, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Tuesday is the most expensive. Flying from New York back to Chicago, the best deals are generally found on Tuesday, with Friday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New York?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New York, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New York is January, where tickets cost £152 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of tickets is £249 and £222 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New York?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New York, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New York, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 83 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Chicago to New York?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the last 72 hours, the cheapest one-way ticket from Chicago to New York found on KAYAK was with JetBlue for £47. JetBlue proposed a return connection from £94 and Delta from £94.

Which airlines fly most frequently between Chicago and New York?

The airlines most regularly connecting Chicago to New York are United Airlines (35 flights per day), Delta (23 flights per day), and American Airlines (21 flights per day).

How many flights are there between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and New York per day?

Each day, there are between 71 and 90 nonstop flights that take off from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and land in New York, with an average flight time of 2h 15m. The most common departure time is 11:00 and most flights take off in the morning, while the most flights land at New York LaGuardia Airport. Each week, there are 599 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Thursday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and New York?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from Chicago to New York take?

The average direct flight takes 2h 01m, covering a distance of 725 miles.

What’s the earliest departure time from Chicago to New York?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at 05:44 and will be landing in New York at 08:44.

What’s the latest departure time from Chicago to New York?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New York jets off at 21:35 and lands at 00:55.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Chicago to New York

Low season

January

High season

December
Best time to beat the crowds (11% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (1% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Chicago to New York

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to New York based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Chicago to New York flights

  • What is the best way to get to downtown New York from John F. Kennedy International (JFK) Airport?

    If you’ll be landing at JKF from ORD, bear in mind that the airport sits about 17.3 miles from the city center of New York. Those connecting to Manhattan on a budget should use the subway, and it’ll take you about 1h to reach there. However, if you’re keen to get there quickly, a taxi will get you there in under 45min.

  • Which is the best arrival airport if I want to visit the Statue of Liberty?

    Whether you’ll be arriving at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) or JFK, you’ll get direct trains and subways connecting to the iconic Statue of Liberty. EWR is the closest of the two airports, sitting only 7 miles away. The distance between JFK and the Statue of Liberty is around 14.1 miles.

  • Are there hotels at the airports in New York?

    Those scheduled to arrive late in New York from ORD should plan and reserve a room in any of the accommodation options near the various airports. If you’ll be arriving via EWR, gran a room at the Courtyard by Marriott Newark Downtown.

  • Are there lactating rooms at the airports in New York?

    Families arriving in New York from ORD through LaGuardia Airport (LGA) will find Mamava Pods at the disposal of breastfeeding moms. They’re located in terminals in every terminal, and are ideal for those who want to pump and breastfeed in privacy.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New York?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New York was £59 for a one-way ticket and £117 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Chicago to New York?

    On your way to New York, you’ll fly out from Chicago O'Hare Intl. You’ll be landing in one of New York’s 2 airports: Newark or New York John F Kennedy Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Chicago to New York?

    American Airlines, Delta, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Chicago to New York flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to New York?

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago to New York flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to New York?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Chicago and New York, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Chicago to New York?

    There are direct flights from Chicago to New York on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to New York?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to New York.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to New York?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New York from Chicago is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to New York?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to New York with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to New York?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to New York from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Chicago to New York

  • Looking for a cheap flight from New York to Chicago? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £164 or less one-way and £698 or less round-trip.
  • If you’re flying aboard United Airlines, remember that the carrier runs its hub at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Travelers on this carrier use Terminal 1 while departing for New York. Before departure, you can relax at the United Polaris lounge located in Terminal 1 in Concourse C inside of security, adjacent to gate C18. Anyone can access the lounge after paying for the days pass, regardless of the airline you’re flying in.
  • Those planning to leave early in the morning from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to New York should endeavor to sleep in one of many hotels adjacent to this facility. Typically, such establishments provide courtesy shuttles to and from the terminal. Hampton Inn & Suites Rosemont Chicago O'Hare and Chicago Marriott Suites O'Hare are among the two recommended hotels.
  • Suppose you’re flying American Airlines. In that case, you can bring your furry friends into the cabin. Nevertheless, check with the management in case there are any changes in their pet policy, particularly on the kind of pets to bring. Usually, the airline allows you to bring household animals including cats, dogs, and rabbits.
  • Religious passengers who are looking to prayer before their flight from ORD to New York will be glad to know that facility features a prayer room where you can have a private moment with your maker. This suite is located on the Mezzanine level of Terminal 2, atop the Delta Air Lines ticket desks, near USO.
  • ORD has four terminals; three domestic terminals 1, 2 and 3, and one international terminal 5. There are regular shuttles connecting between the domestic terminals. However, as the international terminal is not directly linked to any of the domestic terminals, there’s an Airport Transit System to get you there.
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Prefer to fly direct from Chicago to New York?

Find which airlines fly direct from O'Hare Intl to New York, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Chicago O'Hare Intl to New York

Monday

ANA, Aerolineas Argentinas, Air Europa, +31 more

ANA, Aerolineas Argentinas, +32 more

Tuesday

ANA, Aerolineas Argentinas, Air Europa, +30 more

ANA, Aerolineas Argentinas, +31 more

Wednesday

ANA, Aerolineas Argentinas, Air Europa, +31 more

ANA, Aerolineas Argentinas, +32 more

Thursday

ANA, Aerolineas Argentinas, Air Europa, +30 more

ANA, Aerolineas Argentinas, +31 more

Friday

ANA, Aerolineas Argentinas, Air Europa, +31 more

ANA, Aerolineas Argentinas, +32 more

Saturday

ANA, Aerolineas Argentinas, Air Europa, +30 more

ANA, Aerolineas Argentinas, +31 more

Sunday

ANA, Aerolineas Argentinas, Air Europa, +30 more

ANA, Aerolineas Argentinas, +31 more

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Direct returns

New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

ANA, Air Europa, Air France, +30 more

ANA, Air Europa, +31 more

Tuesday

ANA, Aerolineas Argentinas, Air Europa, +32 more

ANA, Aerolineas Argentinas, +33 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Europa, Air France, +30 more

ANA, Air Europa, +31 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Europa, Air France, +30 more

ANA, Air Europa, +31 more

Friday

ANA, Aerolineas Argentinas, Air Europa, +31 more

ANA, Aerolineas Argentinas, +32 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Europa, Air France, +30 more

ANA, Air Europa, +31 more

Sunday

ANA, Aerolineas Argentinas, Air Europa, +31 more

ANA, Aerolineas Argentinas, +32 more

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Cheapest flights to New York from Chicago found in 2024

Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Chicago to New York found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
29/5Wed
directDelta
2h 15mORD-LGA
£47
8/5Wed
directJetBlue
2h 28mORD-JFK
£47
26/6Wed
directDelta
2h 09mORD-LGA
£51
11/5Sat
1 stopSpirit Airlines
6h 00mORD-LGA
£59
2/5Thu
directSpirit Airlines
2h 15mORD-LGA
£71
26/5Sun
directUnited Airlines
2h 21mORD-LGA
£76
18/6Tue
directAmerican Airlines
2h 26mORD-JFK
£80
18/6Tue
directUnited Airlines
2h 20mORD-EWR
£84
17/6Mon
directAmerican Airlines
2h 04mORD-EWR
£87
12/5Sun
2 stopsFrontier
22h 09mORD-LGA
£95

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Last minute flights from Chicago to New York

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Chicago to New York that are departing in the next 10 days.
23/4Tue
directDelta
2h 20mORD-JFK
24/4Wed
directDelta
2h 59mJFK-ORD
£166
23/4Tue
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
9h 02mORD-LGA
24/4Wed
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
15h 35mLGA-ORD
£198
20/4Sat
directAmerican Airlines
2h 12mORD-LGA
20/4Sat
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
5h 09mLGA-ORD
£221
23/4Tue
directJetBlue
2h 25mORD-JFK
29/4Mon
directJetBlue
2h 50mJFK-ORD
£255
22/4Mon
directJetBlue
2h 25mORD-JFK
24/4Wed
directJetBlue
2h 50mJFK-ORD
£263
22/4Mon
multi-stopSouthwest
5h 45mORD-LGA
24/4Wed
multi-stopSouthwest
11h 25mLGA-ORD
£287
23/4Tue
directUnited Airlines
2h 18mORD-EWR
25/4Thu
directUnited Airlines
2h 39mEWR-ORD
£297
23/4Tue
multi-stopSouthwest
7h 55mORD-LGA
25/4Thu
multi-stopSouthwest
13h 35mLGA-ORD
£304
22/4Mon
directUnited Airlines
2h 12mORD-LGA
24/4Wed
multi-stopUnited Airlines
5h 01mLGA-ORD
£305
20/4Sat
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
4h 48mORD-JFK
20/4Sat
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
5h 05mJFK-ORD
£463

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Chicago - New York Flights

Departure:

Chicago (ORD)United States

Return flight deals:

New York - Chicago

Cabin classes:

£714
£1,631
£59

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