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Cheap flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago from £78

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 15/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — CHI
11 Sep — 18 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Chicago are usually found in January or December, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 August 2026.

Mon 24/806:55 -
Nonstop2h 48m
Mon 14/907:00 -
Nonstop2h 27m
Deal found 10/8£158
Sun 13/907:35 -
Nonstop2h 52m
Wed 16/906:00 -
Nonstop2h 21m
Deal found 11/8£161
Fri 28/820:00 -
Nonstop2h 58m
Tue 1/909:35 -
Nonstop2h 19m
Deal found 11/8£161
Wed 16/915:01 -
Nonstop2h 58m
Thu 17/906:00 -
Nonstop2h 21m
Deal found 11/8£163
Sat 22/819:35 -
Nonstop3h 17m
Wed 2/906:00 -
Nonstop2h 24m
Deal found 11/8£164
Tue 15/913:00 -
1 stop7h 01m
Sat 19/907:00 -
Nonstop2h 27m
Deal found 11/8£165
Thu 10/912:59 -
1 stop7h 02m
Mon 14/907:00 -
Nonstop2h 27m
Deal found 11/8£166
Sun 13/908:10 -
Nonstop2h 48m
Fri 18/907:00 -
Nonstop2h 27m
Deal found 11/8£167
Tue 8/906:55 -
Nonstop2h 47m
Thu 10/910:59 -
Nonstop2h 21m
Deal found 11/8£168
Fri 25/908:10 -
Nonstop2h 48m
Fri 2/1015:00 -
1 stop7h 51m
Deal found 11/8£169
Tue 1/915:40 -
Nonstop2h 55m
Wed 2/918:30 -
Nonstop2h 36m
Deal found 10/8£170
Fri 23/1019:35 -
Nonstop3h 08m
Sun 25/1006:10 -
Nonstop2h 17m
Deal found 11/8£170

Find flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) to Chicago (CHI). 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 12 August 2026.

Round-trip from

£158

One-way from

£78

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£230

Good round-trip deal

£219 or less

Good one-way deal

£120 or less
JetBlue
  • JetBlue
  • 24/8-14/9
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 15m total
  • New York to Chicago
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Delta
  • Delta
  • 15/9
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 45m total
  • New York to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price (£28 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£4 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Chicago 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 12 August 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

New YorkChicago

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 29/8

15:00-17:06

Nonstop3h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/9

06:00-09:24

Nonstop2h 24m

£164

New YorkChicago

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/9

10:30-12:17

Nonstop2h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/9

11:17-17:30

1 stop5h 13m

£174

New YorkChicago

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 15/9

07:35-09:27

Nonstop2h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 15/9

13:55-20:09

1 stop5h 14m

£174

New YorkChicago

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 29/8

19:35-21:52

Nonstop3h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 30/8

06:00-09:24

Nonstop2h 24m

£175

New YorkChicago

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/9

19:35-21:52

Nonstop3h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/9

10:25-13:49

Nonstop2h 24m

£175

New YorkChicago

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/12

06:00-13:26

1 stop8h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/12

14:50-23:52

1 stop8h 02m

£187

New YorkChicago

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/9

14:30-23:08

1 stop9h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/9

15:00-23:51

1 stop7h 51m

£187

New YorkChicago

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/12

06:00-13:26

1 stop8h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/12

14:50-23:52

1 stop8h 02m

£187
Fastest return journey

New YorkChicago

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 7/9

07:06-08:51

Nonstop2h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 14/9

07:00-10:27

Nonstop2h 27m

£198

New YorkChicago

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 18/9

20:05-21:58

Nonstop2h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/10

13:00-16:20

Nonstop2h 20m

£198

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Best time to book a flight from John F Kennedy Intl to Chicago

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago (average of £124). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of £230). 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 JFK to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 August 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 25% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

Weekly flight availability from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl to Chicago. 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 12 August 2026.

The most flights from JFK to CHI are scheduled on a Tuesday (55 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (36 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago flights typically cost between £164 and £306 in August.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £158 on JetBlue (24 Aug–14 Sept).

How often are flights from New York to Chicago delayed?

About 24% of weekly flights between New York and Chicago have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 150 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Chicago 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 Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Chicago flights?

Over the past year, American Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago?

The price you pay for your flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 47 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated 12 August 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago, such as American Airlines and JetBlue. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,913 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.1

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.2

Crew

7.9

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hiram K,Sept 2023

JFK - CLT

Worst Airlines - services suck. Stuck at JFK whole night with 2 small kids - they didnt care even infant baby. Never ever fly American Airlines again - Peace !!
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,913 reviews
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,913 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.1

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.2

Crew

7.9

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hiram K,Sept 2023

JFK - CLT

Worst Airlines - services suck. Stuck at JFK whole night with 2 small kids - they didnt care even infant baby. Never ever fly American Airlines again - Peace !!
JetBlue
7.1
Good
3,034 reviews
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,913 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.1

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.2

Crew

7.9

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hiram K,Sept 2023

JFK - CLT

Worst Airlines - services suck. Stuck at JFK whole night with 2 small kids - they didnt care even infant baby. Never ever fly American Airlines again - Peace !!

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago?

    For as low as £164, Delta can have you in Chicago from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in 3h 06m. There are 738 mi between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Chicago. Most flights are nonstop.

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  • What are the cheapest flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago?

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago (average of £124). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of £230). 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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