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Cheap flights from Newark Airport to Chicago from £70

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 28/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — CHI
1 Jul — 8 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Newark to Chicago are usually found in January or February, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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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 1 June 2026.

Sat 1/819:12
EWR
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ORD
Nonstop2h 48m
United Airlines
Tue 4/821:30
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 23m
United Airlines
Deal found 28/5£145
Tue 7/707:15
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 45m
United Airlines
Thu 9/706:00
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 31/5£146
Tue 7/706:00
EWR
-
ORD
1 stop5h 37m
Delta
Wed 8/717:18
ORD
-
EWR
1 stop5h 07m
Delta
Deal found 28/5£146
Fri 17/718:59
EWR
-
ORD
1 stop5h 54m
Delta
Thu 23/713:44
ORD
-
EWR
1 stop7h 45m
Delta
Deal found 29/5£150
Sat 25/706:00
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 42m
United Airlines
Mon 27/721:30
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 23m
United Airlines
Deal found 27/5£151
Sat 27/620:19
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 47m
United Airlines
Tue 30/616:40
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/6£153
Sat 13/620:19
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 48m
United Airlines
Tue 16/605:00
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 13m
United Airlines
Deal found 29/5£154
Wed 17/605:11
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 48m
American Airlines
Sat 20/620:20
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 18m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/6£155
Thu 17/907:30
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 43m
United Airlines
Mon 21/905:50
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 13m
United Airlines
Deal found 28/5£155
Tue 21/705:30
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 45m
American Airlines
Thu 23/706:42
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 18m
American Airlines
Deal found 29/5£157
Sat 13/620:19
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 48m
United Airlines
Sat 20/620:10
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 29/5£158
Fri 3/705:30
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 45m
American Airlines
Tue 7/720:09
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 21m
American Airlines
Deal found 29/5£159

Find 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 1 June 2026.

Round-trip from

£145

One-way from

£70

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£213

Good round-trip deal

£180 or less

Good one-way deal

£88 or less
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  • 1/8-4/8
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 11m total
  • Newark to Chicago
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  • 28/8
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 47m total
  • Newark to Chicago
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NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Sat 4/7

09:20-11:04

Nonstop2h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/7

06:00-09:12

Nonstop2h 12m

£190

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Wed 22/7

13:00-18:29

1 stop6h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 29/7

17:18-23:25

1 stop5h 07m

£191

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Tue 28/7

06:00-10:37

1 stop5h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/8

17:18-23:25

1 stop5h 07m

£191

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Sat 11/7

06:15-11:45

1 stop6h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 15/7

08:03-14:16

1 stop5h 13m

£191

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Fri 18/9

18:59-23:59

1 stop6h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 20/9

05:30-14:13

1 stop7h 43m

£198

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Fri 18/9

07:00-14:32

1 stop8h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 21/9

17:10-23:15

1 stop5h 05m

£206

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Tue 7/7

07:15-09:00

Nonstop2h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/7

08:40-12:06

Nonstop2h 26m

£213

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Wed 2/9

09:39-13:13

1 stop4h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/9

17:20-23:25

1 stop5h 05m

£221
Cheapest one-way

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Fri 17/7

18:59-23:53

1 stop5h 54m

£77

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Sat 31/10

11:45-16:49

1 stop6h 04m

£81

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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

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 £163). Flying from Newark Airport to Chicago in May is currently the most expensive (average of £307). 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 1 June 2026.

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 afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 50% versus a flight at midday.

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 1 June 2026.

The most flights from EWR to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (63 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (33 on average).

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

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 162 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?

Monday 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 14% 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.

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 44m. 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 (88%), Qatar Airways (85%), American Airlines( 80%).

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

    While on average a flight from Newark Airport to Chicago is generally £152, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £66. When looking at the most popular route, (Newark - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay £161 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 £163). Flying from Newark Airport to Chicago in May is currently the most expensive (average of £307). 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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