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Cheap flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago from £77

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 2/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGA — CHI
27 Aug — 3 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York LaGuardia to Chicago are usually found in January or February, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from LaGuardia to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from LaGuardia to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 July 2026.

Tue 18/820:30
LGA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 54m
Delta
Tue 25/810:30
ORD
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 18m
Delta
Deal found 28/7£156
Wed 2/906:11
LGA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 49m
American Airlines
Wed 2/920:25
ORD
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 26/7£156
Tue 25/814:55
LGA
-
ORD
1 stop4h 42m
United Airlines
Tue 1/912:00
ORD
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 27/7£163
Sat 22/817:55
LGA
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 02m
Delta
Mon 24/819:05
ORD
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 29m
Delta
Deal found 28/7£164
Sun 20/907:20
LGA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 40m
United Airlines
Fri 15/106:00
ORD
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 23/7£165
Tue 8/918:50
LGA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 41m
Delta
Mon 14/906:00
ORD
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 15m
Delta
Deal found 26/7£167
Sat 15/821:27
LGA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 32m
United Airlines
Mon 17/819:45
ORD
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 24/7£168
Thu 13/806:00
LGA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 29m
Delta
Tue 18/807:05
ORD
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 14m
Delta
Deal found 28/7£171
Sat 5/914:55
LGA
-
ORD
1 stop4h 42m
United Airlines
Sun 6/908:00
ORD
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 26/7£172
Thu 20/807:30
LGA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 36m
Delta
Fri 21/820:12
ORD
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 32m
Delta
Deal found 28/7£172
Wed 26/819:29
LGA
-
ORD
1 stop5h 11m
United Airlines
Sat 29/818:29
ORD
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 26/7£173
Sat 29/810:20
LGA
-
ORD
1 stop5h 07m
United Airlines
Sat 29/818:29
ORD
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 27/7£175

Find flight deals from LaGuardia to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from LaGuardia (LGA) 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 28 July 2026.

Round-trip from

£156

One-way from

£77

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£269

Good round-trip deal

£186 or less

Good one-way deal

£110 or less
Delta
  • Delta
  • 25/8-1/9
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 03m total
  • New York to Chicago
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American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 2/9
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 57m total
  • New York to Chicago
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Customise your flight search to find flights from LaGuardia 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 28 July 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Wed 19/8

07:30-09:06

Nonstop2h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 25/8

06:00-09:09

Nonstop2h 09m

£156

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Tue 25/8

07:30-09:06

Nonstop2h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/9

17:40-21:07

Nonstop2h 27m

£156

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Wed 2/9

06:10-07:50

Nonstop2h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/9

18:00-21:25

Nonstop2h 25m

£167

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Thu 13/8

06:00-07:29

Nonstop2h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 14/8

20:12-23:44

Nonstop2h 32m

£171

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Fri 18/9

21:27-22:59

Nonstop2h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 20/9

07:00-10:17

Nonstop2h 17m

£172

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Thu 29/10

08:10-09:56

Nonstop2h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/11

07:00-10:09

Nonstop2h 09m

£172

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Thu 20/8

07:30-09:06

Nonstop2h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 21/8

20:12-23:44

Nonstop2h 32m

£172

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Sat 24/10

07:15-08:57

Nonstop2h 42m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 26/10

07:00-10:16

Nonstop2h 16m

£178
Fastest return journey

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Sun 30/8

11:25-13:00

Nonstop2h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/9

06:00-09:09

Nonstop2h 09m

£178

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Wed 14/10

06:00-07:36

Nonstop2h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 22/10

06:00-09:12

Nonstop2h 12m

£178

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Best time to book a flight from LaGuardia to Chicago

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago (average of £154). Flying from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of £263). 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 LGA to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from LaGuardia 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 28 July 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 16% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from LaGuardia 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 28 July 2026.

The most flights from LGA to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (86 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago flights typically cost between £156 and £304 in August.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £156 on Delta (25 Aug–1 Sept).

How often are flights from New York to Chicago delayed?

About 18% of weekly flights between New York and Chicago have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 159 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?

Saturday 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 New York to Chicago flights?

Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago, you should look to book at least 37 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from LaGuardia to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 25 July 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago flight should consider departing on Monday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from LaGuardia to Chicago. 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 New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago?

    Departing from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago will take you 2h 36m. New York LaGuardia Airport and Chicago are separated by a distance of 731 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago on time: Endeavor Airlines (100%), Republic Airways (96%), Air France (90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago?

    On average you can expect to pay £196 for a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is £81 while the most popular route, (New York LaGuardia - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at £155.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from LaGuardia to Chicago 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 New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago (average of £154). Flying from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of £263). 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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