What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Chicago?

Delta is the most popular carrier operating from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Chicago

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Chicago flights?

According to our data, Delta have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 12% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How often are flights from New York to Chicago delayed?

Historically, on average around 21% of flights between New York and Chicago have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 154 minutes.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

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

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

The required travel and health documents for your Chicago trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Q: How many flights depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago on average per week?

As of December 2025, there are 313 flights per week flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago. The most common day of the week flights depart is Wed, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

Q: How many flights depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago on average per day?

44 flights are operational daily from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 15:00, with 45% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The cheapest month to fly to Chicago from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around £111, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of January, then book flights to Chicago from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport during November instead. Flights to Chicago in November, while not as cheap as those in January, still average around £140.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as £121. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. The most expensive day to fly to Chicago is Thursday, with ticket prices averaging around £270.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

Flying to Chicago from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £201 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Flights at midday are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £301.

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around £180 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport for as low as £130 on momondo.

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Can stopping save me money on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago.

How have New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago flights are approximately 15% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best price found	£92
Fastest flight time	2h 48m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Chicago	3 airports

The best one-way flight to Chicago from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in the past 72 hours is £92. The best return flight deal from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £50.

The fastest flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago takes 2h 48m

Direct flights go from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago every day.

There are 3 airports in Chicago. From New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport there are direct flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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How far is New York John F Kennedy Intl to Chicago by plane?
New York John F Kennedy Intl and Chicago are 723.1 mi apart from one another. 2h 48m is a normal flight duration for this route.
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How old do you have to be to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The required travel and health documents for your Chicago trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago is Boeing 737-800, representing 13.77% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Embraer 175 at 11.50%, Airbus A321neo at 11.26%, and Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 at 7.78%.
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Based on momondo bookings for flights between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Chicago, the leading airline is JetBlue, making up 100% of the total bookings.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as £121. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. The most expensive day to fly to Chicago is Thursday, with ticket prices averaging around £270.

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What cabin class options are available on New York John F Kennedy Intl to Chicago flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on New York John F Kennedy Intl to Chicago flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago.

How have New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago flights are approximately 15% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Chicago?

Delta is the most popular carrier operating from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Chicago

How often are flights from New York to Chicago delayed?

Historically, on average around 21% of flights between New York and Chicago have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 154 minutes.

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

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Chicago flights?

According to our data, Delta have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 12% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago on average per day?

44 flights are operational daily from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 15:00, with 45% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago on average per week?

As of December 2025, there are 313 flights per week flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago. The most common day of the week flights depart is Wed, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

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