Cheap flights from Newark Airport to Chicago from £84

EWR — CHI
2 Oct — 9 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Newark to Chicago are usually found in January or February, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Newark to Chicago

Sat 10/1013:45 -
1 stop11h 44m
Mon 12/1020:11 -
1 stop27h 51m
Deal found 1/9£177
Tue 15/911:35 -
1 stop7h 48m
Wed 16/915:50 -
1 stop8h 11m
Deal found 1/9£180
Thu 22/1013:45 -
1 stop11h 41m
Sat 24/1008:46 -
1 stop14h 43m
Deal found 29/8£187
Mon 16/1111:35 -
1 stop8h 10m
Thu 19/1109:51 -
1 stop13h 12m
Deal found 1/9£196
Fri 25/921:45 -
Nonstop2h 36m
Sun 27/905:00 -
Nonstop2h 13m
Deal found 28/8£197
Fri 16/1020:40 -
Nonstop2h 48m
Sun 18/1006:00 -
Nonstop2h 10m
Deal found 31/8£208
Thu 29/1011:35 -
1 stop8h 10m
Thu 5/1110:26 -
1 stop9h 53m
Deal found 30/8£210
Fri 18/920:29 -
Nonstop2h 46m
Mon 21/905:00 -
Nonstop2h 14m
Deal found 30/8£211
Wed 14/1006:00 -
1 stop5h 29m
Sat 17/1011:09 -
1 stop3h 49m
Deal found 2/9£212

Find flight deals from Newark to Chicago

Round-trip from

£177

One-way from

£84

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£202

Good round-trip deal

£215 or less

Good one-way deal

£92 or less
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 10/10-12/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 35m total
  • Newark to Chicago
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 6/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 48m total
  • Newark to Chicago
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price (£35 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£5 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Newark to Chicago (CHI).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Newark to Chicago (CHI).

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NewarkChicago

EWR Newark - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

EWRORD

Newark

Wed 7/10

13:00-16:32

1 stop4h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/10

17:29-23:16

1 stop4h 47m

£212

NewarkChicago

EWR Newark - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

EWRORD

Newark

Wed 14/10

06:00-10:29

1 stop5h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 17/10

11:09-15:58

1 stop3h 49m

£212

NewarkChicago

EWR Newark - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

EWRORD

Newark

Thu 11/2

09:40-12:37

1 stop3h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 15/2

17:45-23:03

1 stop4h 18m

£212

NewarkChicago

EWR Newark - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

EWRORD

Newark

Thu 17/9

13:00-16:13

1 stop4h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 19/9

15:40-23:57

1 stop7h 17m

£226
Fastest return journey

NewarkChicago

EWR Newark - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

EWRORD

Newark

Fri 18/9

23:00-00:28

Nonstop2h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 20/9

06:00-09:13

Nonstop2h 13m

£256

NewarkChicago

EWR Newark - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

EWRORD

Newark

Thu 1/10

09:10-10:53

Nonstop2h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/10

05:00-08:13

Nonstop2h 13m

£256

NewarkChicago

EWR Newark - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

EWRORD

Newark

Tue 15/9

06:00-07:41

Nonstop2h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 16/9

21:35-00:57

Nonstop2h 22m

£283

NewarkChicago

EWR Newark - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

EWRORD

Newark

Thu 15/10

08:00-09:42

Nonstop2h 42m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 16/10

06:00-09:10

Nonstop2h 10m

£317

NewarkChicago

EWR Newark - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

EWRORD

Newark

Sat 10/10

21:35-07:58

1 stop11h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/10

10:55-14:18

Nonstop2h 23m

£354
Cheapest one-way

NewarkChicago

EWR Newark - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

EWRORD

Newark

Sun 13/12

06:00-10:59

1 stop5h 59m

£106

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Best time to book a flight from Newark to Chicago

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Chicago (average of £147). Flying from Newark Airport to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of £277). 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?

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 morning, which can drop the price by up to 73% versus a flight at midday.

Weekly flight availability from Newark Airport to Chicago

The most flights from EWR to CHI are scheduled on a Tuesday (57 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (32 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Newark Airport to Chicago?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Newark Airport to Chicago flights typically cost between £161 and £262 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £177 on Frontier (10 Oct–12 Oct).

How often are flights from Newark to Chicago delayed?

About 14% of weekly flights between Newark and Chicago have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 157 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 at night 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 Sunday 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, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% of flights being delayed.

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

The best time to book flights from Newark Airport to Chicago is 83 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines from Newark Airport to Chicago by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.1

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BNA - ORD

My flight was 8 hours delayed, so I missed my connecting flight to Dublin. I understand it’s not the staff’s fault but the lack of sympathy and apology was appalling. I had been sat in the airport since 4am until 3pm and they did not seem understanding. Not good. Need better customer service.

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.1

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BNA - ORD

My flight was 8 hours delayed, so I missed my connecting flight to Dublin. I understand it’s not the staff’s fault but the lack of sympathy and apology was appalling. I had been sat in the airport since 4am until 3pm and they did not seem understanding. Not good. Need better customer service.

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from Newark Airport to Chicago?

    Departing from Newark Airport to Chicago will take you 2h 28m. The distance from Newark Airport to Chicago is about 716 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 (74%), American Airlines (65%), Air New Zealand( 60%).

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

    While on average a flight from Newark Airport to Chicago is generally £193, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £83. When looking at the most popular route, (Newark - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay £218 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?

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  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Chicago (average of £147). Flying from Newark Airport to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of £277). 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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