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Cheap flights from New York to Chicago from £40

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 21/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — CHI
28 Mar — 4 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Chicago are usually found in January or November, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from New York to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 February 2026.

Wed 29/412:59
LGA
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ORD
Nonstop2h 37m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 2/508:58
ORD
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 06m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 25/2£67
Mon 9/307:40
LGA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 42m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 17/319:31
ORD
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 05m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 23/2£67
Mon 23/320:30
LGA
-
ORD
1 stop12h 55m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 30/319:31
ORD
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 05m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 26/2£74
Sun 12/406:30
LGA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 31m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 19/408:58
ORD
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 06m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 26/2£75
Sat 11/406:30
LGA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 31m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 18/408:58
ORD
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 06m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 25/2£78
Thu 20/810:04
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 32m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 31/806:00
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 09m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 24/2£80
Wed 29/412:04
EWR
-
ORD
1 stop8h 43m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 2/515:31
ORD
-
EWR
1 stop7h 12m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 24/2£81
Mon 6/406:30
LGA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 31m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 7/419:31
ORD
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 05m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 24/2£82
Mon 11/521:29
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 36m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 18/517:09
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 23/2£85
Wed 27/512:59
LGA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 37m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 6/608:58
ORD
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 06m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 25/2£86
Fri 10/422:54
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 17/416:28
ORD
-
EWR
1 stop7h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2£86
Thu 26/322:54
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 28m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 30/318:01
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 08m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 24/2£87

Find flight deals from New York to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) 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 26 February 2026.

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£67

One-way from

£40

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January

Average price

£160

Good round-trip deal

£42 or less

Good one-way deal

£49 or less
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  • 4h 43m total
  • New York to Chicago
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  • 21/3
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  • 2h 38m total
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New York 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 26 February 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkChicago

JFK - ORD

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 11/4

15:15-17:11

Nonstop2h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 18/4

06:04-09:29

Nonstop2h 25m

£107

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Thu 16/4

07:30-09:23

Nonstop2h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 20/4

06:00-09:14

Nonstop2h 14m

£107

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Thu 7/5

07:00-08:44

Nonstop2h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/5

06:00-09:12

Nonstop2h 12m

£109

New YorkChicago

JFK - ORD

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 16/4

08:19-10:28

Nonstop3h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 20/4

06:04-09:29

Nonstop2h 25m

£109

New YorkChicago

JFK - ORD

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 15/4

15:24-17:41

Nonstop3h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 25/4

06:04-09:29

Nonstop2h 25m

£109

New YorkChicago

JFK - ORD

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 6/5

10:24-12:26

Nonstop3h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/5

18:31-22:00

Nonstop2h 29m

£109

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Mon 16/3

09:10-10:55

Nonstop2h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 18/3

10:00-13:26

Nonstop2h 26m

£127

New YorkChicago

JFK - ORD

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 26/5

15:45-17:49

Nonstop3h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 29/5

18:31-22:00

Nonstop2h 29m

£127

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Sat 16/5

07:30-09:17

Nonstop2h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 16/5

14:40-18:01

Nonstop2h 21m

£135

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Fri 27/3

06:15-08:03

Nonstop2h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 30/3

06:00-09:15

Nonstop2h 15m

£138

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Chicago

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from New York to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 20 February 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York to Chicago, you should look to book at least 64 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 month to book a flight from New York to Chicago?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Chicago (average of £35). Flying from New York to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of £88). 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 NYC to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 26 February 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from New York to Chicago in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 32% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from New York to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 21 February 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from New York to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from New York 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 26 February 2026.

The most flights from NYC to CHI are scheduled on a Thursday (184 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (63 on average).

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 158 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 at night 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.

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 26 February 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New York to Chicago, such as Southwest, Delta, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very Good
4,301 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.
Southwest
8.0
Very Good
4,301 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very Good
4,301 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very Good
4,301 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,349 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very Good
4,301 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,357 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very Good
4,301 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,493 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very Good
4,301 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Related info for your journey

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

    Departing from New York to Chicago will take you 2h 41m. New York and Chicago are separated by a distance of 738 mi. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from New York to Chicago round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines (£85), offers the cheapest pricing from New York to Chicago. Spirit Airlines is priced at 51% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to Chicago one-way?

    £30 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on JetBlue and American Airlines, with prices starting from £50 and £58, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Chicago?

    Most travelers choose New York John F Kennedy Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Newark - Chicago O'Hare Intl or New York LaGuardia - Chicago O'Hare Intl when deciding on the best route from New York to Chicago.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from New York to Chicago consider choosing Malaysia Airlines (100%), Qatar Airways (85%) or Iberia (83%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    The cheapest flight price from New York to Chicago is £36. On average you can expect to pay £91. The most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for £109.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to Chicago?

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

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Chicago (average of £35). Flying from New York to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of £88). 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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Top airline flying from New York to Chicago

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Spirit AirlinesCheapest£85Average£135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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