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Cheap flights from Newark Airport to Chicago from £46

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 28/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — CHI
21 Dec — 28 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Newark to Chicago are usually found in January or February, booked 36 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Newark to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Newark to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 November 2025.

Sat 13/1221:57EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 36mUnited Airlines
Mon 15/1219:40ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/11£105
Fri 12/1221:57EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 35mUnited Airlines
Mon 15/1218:05ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/11£109
Wed 17/1211:30EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 39mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/106:05ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/11£112
Fri 5/1211:30EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 39mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/1206:00ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/11£114
Sun 14/1208:00EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 48mUnited Airlines
Tue 16/1214:24ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/11£116
Wed 3/1211:35EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 21mSpirit Airlines
Sat 6/1215:26ORD - EWR
1 stop7h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 18/11£117
Thu 4/1206:00EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 42mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/1207:10ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/11£119
Wed 17/1210:00EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 23/1219:59ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/11£124
Wed 26/1108:00EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 48mUnited Airlines
Tue 16/1214:24ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/11£125
Thu 20/1111:35EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 21mSpirit Airlines
Thu 27/1116:51ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 08mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 19/11£127
Fri 12/1221:57EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 35mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/109:05ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/11£129

Cheap flight deals from Newark to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Newark (EWR) 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 21 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£84

One-way from

£46

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£168

Good one-way deal

£100 or less
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  • 2/1-5/1
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 52m total
  • Newark to Chicago
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  • 28/12
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 36m total
  • Newark to Chicago
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£5 potential savings vs. average return price).
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NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Wed 3/12

13:00-14:40

Nonstop2h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/12

07:10-10:20

Nonstop2h 10m

£109

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Mon 8/12

18:59-20:46

Nonstop2h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 13/12

19:40-23:02

Nonstop2h 22m

£109

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Fri 5/12

18:20-20:07

Nonstop2h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/12

16:25-19:48

Nonstop2h 23m

£114

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Wed 14/1

07:45-09:40

Nonstop2h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 15/1

06:05-09:15

Nonstop2h 10m

£120

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Tue 16/12

11:30-13:09

Nonstop2h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 22/12

21:10-00:26

Nonstop2h 16m

£124

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Mon 15/12

09:00-10:44

Nonstop2h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 18/12

07:10-10:26

Nonstop2h 16m

£132

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Mon 9/2

14:30-18:49

1 stop5h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 18/2

09:52-16:54

1 stop6h 02m

£136

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Thu 2/4

07:30-09:14

Nonstop2h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/4

06:00-09:10

Nonstop2h 10m

£143

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Fri 13/2

09:47-13:21

1 stop4h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 17/2

09:52-16:54

1 stop6h 02m

£148

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Sun 22/2

06:00-09:40

1 stop4h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/3

09:48-16:54

1 stop6h 06m

£158

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Best time to book a flight from Newark to Chicago

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Newark Airport to Chicago

How far ahead should I book a flight from Newark Airport to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Newark to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 14 November 2025.

The best time to book flights from Newark Airport to Chicago is 36 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Newark Airport to Chicago?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Chicago (average of £48). Flying from Newark Airport to Chicago in August is currently the most expensive (average of £122). 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 EWR to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Newark 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 21 November 2025.

When flying from Newark Airport to Chicago, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 55% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Newark Airport to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Newark 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 21 November 2025.

The most flights from EWR to CHI are scheduled on a Thursday (61 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (30 on average).

How often are flights from Newark to Chicago delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between Newark and Chicago have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 155 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Newark 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 Newark to Chicago flights?

Over the past year, New Pacific Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with no flights being classified as delayed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Newark 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 Newark Airport to Chicago?

    Departing from Newark Airport to Chicago will take you 2h 40m. The distance from Newark Airport to Chicago is about 716 mi. All flights are typically direct.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Newark Airport to Chicago?

    Before booking your flight to Chicago from Newark Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Japan Airlines (85%), Air Canada (74%), Qatar Airways( 72%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Newark Airport to Chicago?

    While on average a flight from Newark Airport to Chicago is generally £135, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £56. When looking at the most popular route, (Newark - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay £130 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Newark 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 Newark Airport to Chicago?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Chicago (average of £48). Flying from Newark Airport to Chicago in August is currently the most expensive (average of £122). 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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