Cheap flights from Chicago to New York City

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Flight deals from Chicago to New York City

Below you can see the best deals on flights Chicago — New York City for upcoming dates. Direct and connecting flights from various airlines — compare prices and choose the right ticket.

The lowest price for the next 2 months is on 23 September, from $81.

Top 10 cheap flights from Chicago to New York City

F9
F9
$ 94

Chicago — New York City

15:50—01:01
14 Sep 2026
8 h 11 m
1 stop
F9
F9
$ 116

Chicago — New York City

11:50—01:03
26 Aug 2026
12 h 13 m
1 stop
DL
$ 117

Chicago — New York City

06:00—09:09
2 Sep 2026
2 h 9 m
Direct flight
DL
$ 117

Chicago — New York City

07:05—10:19
2 Sep 2026
2 h 14 m
Direct flight
DL
$ 117

Chicago — New York City

09:30—12:46
2 Sep 2026
2 h 16 m
Direct flight
DL
$ 117

Chicago — New York City

10:30—13:48
2 Sep 2026
2 h 18 m
Direct flight
DL
$ 117

Chicago — New York City

14:25—17:47
2 Sep 2026
2 h 22 m
Direct flight
DL
$ 117

Chicago — New York City

06:00—09:24
2 Sep 2026
2 h 24 m
Direct flight
DL
$ 117

Chicago — New York City

19:05—22:34
2 Sep 2026
2 h 29 m
Direct flight
DL
$ 117

Chicago — New York City

11:30—15:00
2 Sep 2026
2 h 30 m
Direct flight

Prices were found in the last 72 hours and may change — check the exact price when you continue.

When is the best time to book a flight from Chicago to New York City?

The price of a flight from Chicago to New York City changes depending on how far ahead you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, book around 28 days before departure, when the average ticket costs about $1,099. Fares also tend to climb as the departure date gets closer.

About the Chicago — New York City flight

Looking for cheap flights from Chicago to New York City? Compare fares from different airlines, check the flight schedule and travel time — and book your Chicago — New York City ticket online at the best price.

The route has direct flights — around 1,302 flights per week, flights are operated by United Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Alaska Airlines and 8 more airlines, a nonstop flight takes about 2 h 9 min, the distance between the cities is around 1,147 km.

Planning your trip? You may find our New York City travel guide, how to get from the airport into town and New York City weather forecast useful. To catch a low fare, use the low-price calendar and the monthly price chart on this page.

Facts about this route

from $77Min. price
DecemberCheapest
JunePeak season
YesDirect flights
1,147 kmDistance
2 h 9 minTravel time
32Airlines
1302 / wkFlights

Flight schedule from Chicago to New York City

The table shows direct flights from Chicago to New York City on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 2 h 9 min. Regular flights are operated by United Airlines, American Airlines, Delta and Alaska Airlines. Departures from O'Hare International Airport, Chicago Midway International Airport and Midway International Airport airports, arrivals at John F. Kennedy International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport and LaGuardia Airport.

For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.

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Flight ticket prices by day: Chicago — New York City

Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Chicago — New York City by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $77 in December, and the most expensive are around $135 in June. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.

 
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Prices by month

Average one-way fares from Chicago to New York City by month. Tickets are usually cheapest in January (around $108) and priciest in December (about $166) — use the table and chart below to pick the best time to fly.

MonthAverage priceLevelMonthAverage priceLevelMonthAverage priceLevel
Jan$108lowMay$138mediumSep$131medium
Feb$110lowJun$149highOct$135medium
Mar$124mediumJul$163highNov$155high
Apr$131mediumAug$152highDec$166high

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

Weather in New York City: it is warmest in July (up to 30 °C on average) and coolest in January (around 5 °C). The driest month is October.

Tickets are usually cheapest in December and most expensive in June. Compare prices and weather by month in the charts below to pick the best time to fly.

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How to get the best deal on a Chicago — New York City ticket

  • Book ahead: fares for Chicago — New York City are usually lower 3–8 weeks before departure than at the last minute.
  • Play with your dates — Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday departures are often cheaper than Friday and Sunday.
  • Chicago is served by more than one airport — compare fares and travel time to each before you book.
  • The cheapest month to fly to New York City is usually December — plan your trip around it if your dates are flexible.
  • Compare direct and connecting flights: nonstop is faster, while a connection is sometimes noticeably cheaper.
  • Watch the low-price calendar and the monthly price trend on this page — they make it easier to catch a good date.
  • Travelling light? Pick a cabin-baggage-only fare — tickets without checked luggage are noticeably cheaper.
  • Get to the airport in good time — about 2–3 hours before an international departure and roughly an hour before a domestic one.

Airlines

Flights on the Chicago — New York City route are operated by 12 airlines; United Airlines runs the most flights (around 31% of all flights). Compare carriers, flight shares and schedules below.

  • United AirlinesUA
    133x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 956165M pax/year
    • Direct flight ORD → LGA73x/week
      Duration
      2h 19m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    • Direct flight ORD → EWR60x/week
      Duration
      2h 17m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    30.6%Open →
  • American AirlinesAA
    102x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 965211M pax/year
    • Direct flight ORD → LGA49x/week
      Duration
      2h 14m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    • Direct flight ORD → HPN20x/week
      Duration
      2h 17m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    • Direct flight ORD → EWR18x/week
      Duration
      2h 19m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    • Direct flight ORD → JFK15x/week
      Duration
      2h 40m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    23.4%Open →
  • DeltaDL
    61x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 986190M pax/year
    • Direct flight ORD → LGA31x/week
      Duration
      2h 15m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    • Direct flight ORD → JFK30x/week
      Duration
      2h 24m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    14.1%Open →
  • Alaska AirlinesAS
    47x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 31545M pax/year
    • Direct flight ORD → LGA19x/week
      Duration
      2h 8m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    • Direct flight ORD → EWR19x/week
      Duration
      2h 19m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    • Direct flight ORD → JFK9x/week
      Duration
      2h 30m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    • Direct flight ORD → HPN1x/week
    10.8%Open →
  • Spirit AirlinesNK
    21x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 20544.1M pax/year
    • Direct flight ORD → EWR12x/week
      Duration
      2h 9m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    • Direct flight ORD → LGA9x/week
    4.9%Open →
  • Southwest AirlinesWN
    16x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 817140M pax/year
    • Direct flight MDW → LGA16x/week
      Duration
      2h 5m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    3.8%Open →
  • JetBlueB6
    14x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 30742.5M pax/year
    • Direct flight ORD → JFK14x/week
      Duration
      2h 18m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    3.2%Open →
  • Virgin AtlanticVS
    6x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 415.3M pax/year
    • Direct flight ORD → JFK6x/week
      Duration
      2h 28m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    1.5%Open →
  • Frontier AirlinesF9
    6x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 15329M pax/year
    • Direct flight MDW → EWR3x/week
    • Direct flight ORD → JFK3x/week
    1.3%Open →
  • Air EuropaUX
    5x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 5011.5M pax/year
    • Direct flight ORD → JFK5x/week
      Duration
      2h 23m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    1.2%Open →
  • Air New ZealandNZ
    4x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 10816M pax/year
    • Direct flight ORD → LGA3x/week
    • Direct flight ORD → EWR2x/week
    1.0%Open →
  • Air FranceAF
    2x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 22045M pax/year
    • Direct flight ORD → JFK2x/week
    0.5%Open →

Cities and airports on the Chicago — New York City route

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

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About the cityHow to get thereWeatherAll about the country United States
Arrival

New York City

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United States
About the cityHow to get thereWeatherAll about the country United States
Departure airports
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Frequently asked questions about the Chicago — New York City flight

How long is the flight from Chicago to New York City?

A nonstop Chicago — New York City flight takes about 2 h 9 min — the distance between the cities is around 1,147 km.

How far is it from Chicago to New York City?

The distance from Chicago to New York City is about 1,147 km, which a nonstop flight covers in around 2 h 9 min.

Are there direct flights from Chicago to New York City?

Yes, there are nonstop flights Chicago — New York City — around 1,302 flights per week.

Which airlines fly from Chicago to New York City?

Airlines operating Chicago — New York City include United Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Alaska Airlines, Spirit Airlines. See the full list with schedules in the "Airlines" section on this page.

Which airports do Chicago — New York City flights use?

Flights from Chicago depart from O'Hare International Airport, Chicago Midway International Airport, Midway International Airport, and arrive at John F. Kennedy International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport, LaGuardia Airport. If a city has more than one airport, check which one your ticket uses before you travel.

How much is a ticket from Chicago to New York City?

The price of a Chicago — New York City ticket depends on your travel date, season and demand: it is usually cheapest to fly in December, and most expensive in June. Tickets typically cost between $77 and $135. Check the current lowest fare and low-price calendar on this page.

When is the best time to book flights Chicago — New York City?

Flights Chicago — New York City are usually cheaper when booked in advance — a few weeks before departure and away from peak dates; the most budget-friendly month to fly is December. Compare prices by month in the price trend chart on this page.

How can I find the cheapest flights from Chicago to New York City?

To catch a low fare Chicago — New York City, book a few weeks in advance, keep your dates flexible, and compare airlines and connecting options. The low-price calendar and monthly price chart on this page show the cheapest days and months at a glance: the most budget-friendly month to fly is usually December.

How early should I arrive at the airport?

For international flights, plan to be at the airport about 2–3 hours before departure, and around an hour before a domestic flight. Allow extra time during busy travel seasons and at large hubs, where check-in and security lines can be longer.

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