Flights New York City — Chicago

Q: Which airlines fly from New York to Chicago?

Regular service is provided by American Airlines, United Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, and other carriers. In total, more than 15 companies operate on this route.

Q: Which airport does the flight arrive at?

Flights from New York arrive at Chicago's main airports: O'Hare (ORD) or Midway (MDW). Information about the specific terminal will be provided on your ticket.

Cheap flights New York City — Chicago

Below you can see the best deals on New York City — Chicago flights for the upcoming dates. Compare direct and connecting flights from different airlines and pick the ticket that suits you best.

The lowest price in the next 2 months is on July 14 — from 6 660 ₽.

Top 10 cheap flights New York City — Chicago

Direct flights New York City — Chicago

Offers on non-stop flights from New York City to Chicago for the upcoming dates. A direct flight is faster and more convenient — especially when travelling with luggage or children.

The fastest non-stop flight takes about 1 h.

Top 10 direct flights New York City — Chicago

About the New York City — Chicago flight

On this page, you can find and book flights from New York to Chicago. The distance between the cities is 1,147 km, and with approximately 401 flights per week, it is easy to find a convenient departure time.

Flights are operated by major US airlines, including United Airlines, American Airlines, and JetBlue. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the low-price calendar and checking in advance how to get to New York airports and the most convenient ways to get from Chicago airport to the city center.

Return route: Chicago → New York City tickets

Flight schedule New York City — Chicago

The table shows direct flights New York City → Chicago for the selected date. The flight takes about 2h 31m. Regular flights are operated by United Airlines, American Airlines, Delta and Alaska Airlines. Departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport and LaGuardia Airport, arrivals at O'Hare International Airport, Chicago Midway International Airport and Midway International Airport.

Each row shows: local departure time, destination city and airport, flight number with airline, terminal or gate and status. Click a flight to open its details and switch to search. To view another day, change the date above the table.

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When to fly

The warmest month in Chicago is July, with an average temperature of 26.5°C, while the coldest is January, when temperatures drop to -5°C. Rainfall peaks in May, with about 126 mm of precipitation.

The lowest airfares are recorded in September—flights start from 4,670 ₽. The most expensive month to travel is June, when the starting ticket price is from 8,531 ₽.

September is considered the optimal time for a trip: pleasant weather (around 23.5°C) is combined with the lowest fares. We recommend avoiding June if your goal is to save as much as possible on your flight.

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Flight prices by day New York City — Chicago

Below is the calendar of lowest prices for New York City — Chicago flights by day. Pick a convenient date and see the fare instantly. The cheapest flights on this route start at 4,670 RUB in September, the most expensive reach around 10,368 RUB in June. If your dates are flexible, the calendar helps you pick the lowest fare for the period you need. To view round-trip prices, switch to the “Round-trip” tab above the calendar and pick a departure date — the right-side calendar will then highlight the lowest return fares for each day.

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How to book New York City — Chicago flights smarter

Book your tickets 3–4 weeks before your planned departure date, as prices on this popular route tend to rise significantly closer to the travel day.
Choose flights departing on a Tuesday or Wednesday—these are traditionally the cheapest days to fly between New York and Chicago, with tickets starting from 4,670 ₽.
Consider offers from low-cost carriers, such as Frontier or JetBlue, if you're traveling without checked baggage, but be sure to check carry-on weight limits before paying.
Use the price trend chart and the calendar on this page to compare flight costs for nearby dates and find the best fare.

Airlines

More than 20 airlines operate on this route, with American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta Air Lines leading in the number of flights. About 401 flights are operated weekly, most of which are non-stop. You can find detailed information on departure times, aircraft types, and available fares in the interactive list below; click on a carrier's card to view the schedule by day of the week.

United AirlinesUA
120/wk
WebsiteFleet: 956165 M pax/yr
- Direct flight LGA → ORD73/wk
  Ave. duration
  2h 44m
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
- Direct flight EWR → ORD47/wk
  Ave. duration
  2h 45m
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
30.0%Open →
American AirlinesAA
105/wk
WebsiteFleet: 965211 M pax/yr
- Direct flight LGA → ORD44/wk
  Ave. duration
  2h 52m
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
- Direct flight EWR → ORD25/wk
  Ave. duration
  2h 45m
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
- Direct flight JFK → ORD19/wk
  Ave. duration
  2h 56m
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
- Direct flight HPN → ORD17/wk
  Ave. duration
  2h 42m
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
26.2%Open →
DeltaDL
59/wk
WebsiteFleet: 986190 M pax/yr
- Direct flight LGA → ORD31/wk
  Ave. duration
  2h 52m
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
- Direct flight JFK → ORD27/wk
  Ave. duration
  2h 53m
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
- Direct flight JFK → MDW1/wk
14.6%Open →
Alaska AirlinesAS
21/wk
WebsiteFleet: 31545 M pax/yr
- Direct flight LGA → ORD10/wk
  Ave. duration
  2h 42m
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
- Direct flight EWR → ORD8/wk
  Ave. duration
  2h 44m
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
- Direct flight JFK → ORD3/wk
  Ave. duration
  2h 52m
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
5.2%Open →
Spirit AirlinesNK
18/wk
WebsiteFleet: 20544.1 M pax/yr
- Direct flight EWR → ORD9/wk
  Ave. duration
  2h 31m
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
- Direct flight LGA → ORD9/wk
  Ave. duration
  2h 34m
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
4.6%Open →
Southwest AirlinesWN
15/wk
WebsiteFleet: 817140 M pax/yr
- Direct flight LGA → MDW15/wk
  Ave. duration
  2h 17m
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
3.8%Open →
JetBlueB6
14/wk
WebsiteFleet: 30742.5 M pax/yr
- Direct flight JFK → ORD14/wk
  Ave. duration
  2h 47m
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
3.5%Open →
Air New ZealandNZ
8/wk
WebsiteFleet: 10816 M pax/yr
- Direct flight LGA → ORD4/wk
  Ave. duration
  1h
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
- Direct flight EWR → ORD3/wk
1.9%Open →
Frontier AirlinesF9
6/wk
WebsiteFleet: 15329 M pax/yr
- Direct flight EWR → MDW3/wk
- Direct flight JFK → ORD3/wk
  Ave. duration
  2h 56m
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
1.4%Open →
Air CanadaAC
4/wk
WebsiteFleet: 20346 M pax/yr
- Direct flight EWR → ORD4/wk
0.9%Open →
Air EuropaUX
4/wk
WebsiteFleet: 5011.5 M pax/yr
- Direct flight JFK → ORD4/wk
0.9%Open →
British AirwaysBA
4/wk
WebsiteFleet: 29243 M pax/yr
- Direct flight JFK → ORD2/wk
  Ave. duration
  2h 54m
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
- Direct flight EWR → ORD1/wk
  Ave. duration
  2h 34m
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
0.9%Open →

Cities and airports on the New York City — Chicago route

Flights New York City — Chicago depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport, LaGuardia Airport and Westchester County Airport and land at O'Hare International Airport, Chicago Midway International Airport, Midway International Airport and Chicago Rockford International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries and airports on this route: airlines, schedules and travel guides.

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New York City

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Chicago

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United States

About the city Getting there Weather About United States

Departure airports

John F. Kennedy International AirportJFK
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Newark Liberty International AirportEWR
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LaGuardia AirportLGA
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Westchester County AirportHPN
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New York Skyports Seaplane BaseNYS
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Arrival airports

O'Hare International AirportORD
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Chicago Midway International AirportMDW
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Midway International AirportNOH
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Chicago Rockford International AirportRFD
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FAQ: New York City — Chicago flights

How long is the flight from New York to Chicago?

The average direct flight time is about 2 hours 15 minutes. The flight distance between the cities is 1,147 km.

Which airlines fly from New York to Chicago?

Regular service is provided by American Airlines, United Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, and other carriers. In total, more than 15 companies operate on this route.

Are there direct flights on this route?

Yes, dozens of direct flights are operated daily. This is one of the most popular flight routes in the US.

How much is the cheapest ticket?

Airfare prices constantly change based on demand and seasonality. You can see the current minimum for the coming months in the low-price calendar on this page.

Which airport does the flight arrive at?

Flights from New York arrive at Chicago's main airports: O'Hare (ORD) or Midway (MDW). Information about the specific terminal will be provided on your ticket.

Where else to fly from New York City

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Where else to fly to Chicago

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