Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Chicago?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from £89 to £194. The lowest price recently found on this route was £66.

Question 1

Can stopping save me money on New York to Chicago flights?

Accepted Answer

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between New York to Chicago.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Flying to Chicago from New York in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £191 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Flights at midday are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £369.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 4

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month to fly to Chicago from New York is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around £136, 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 during February instead. Flights to Chicago in February, while not as cheap as those in January, still average around £136.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around £173 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 for as low as £122 on momondo.

Question 7

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Chicago?

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from £89 to £194.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £66.

Question 8

How many flights depart from New York to Chicago on average per day?

Accepted Answer

The number of flights available between New York and Chicago is 123 per day as of January 2026. The most frequent departure time is 15:00, with 44% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

Question 9

What cabin class options are available on New York to Chicago flights?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 10

How many flights depart from New York to Chicago on average per week?

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, there are 862 flights per week flying from New York to Chicago. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 19% of flights taking off on this day.

Question 11

How long does it take to fly to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

On average, it takes 2h 48m to fly from New York to Chicago if you fly out of New York (the most popular airport in New York) and into Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Chicago). If you’re flying out of Newark and into Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, then the flight time is around 2h 48m.

Question 12

How often are flights from New York to Chicago delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 18% 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 159 minutes.

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

According to our data, United Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 14% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 14

What is the cheapest New York to Chicago flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl for the best New York - Chicago flight prices

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as £118. 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 £292.

Question 16

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

Spirit Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Chicago

Question 17

How have New York to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, prices for New York to Chicago flights are approximately 18% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 18

Is flying the fastest way to get from New York to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

Based on just travel duration our users have found a flight from New York to Chicago to be the fastest option to their destination at just 2h 35m. If travel time is less of a concern you may want to look into booking some alternative forms of transportation like a train from New York to Chicago or a bus from New York to Chicago.

Question 19

Is flying the cheapest way to get from New York to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

Planning to book a flight from New York to Chicago can be a safe bet when looking for a low-cost deal to your destination. Currently, a train and a bus are priced higher than the cost of a flight. You can search prices for a train from New York starting at £131 to Chicago or a bus from New York to Chicago starting at £132 if that is your preferred method of transportation.

Question 20

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from New York to Chicago are updated daily.

Question 21

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

The number of operators available for flights from New York to Chicago is 1 as of January 2026.

Question 22

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Chicago.

Question 23

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

Accepted Answer

The necessary travel and health documents for your Chicago trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Fastest flight time	2h 48m
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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Chicago?

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 £118. 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 £292.

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

Flying to Chicago from New York in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £191 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Flights at midday are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £369.

What is the cheapest New York to Chicago flight route?

Fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl for the best New York - Chicago flight prices

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

What cabin class options are available on New York to Chicago flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on New York 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 to Chicago flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between New York to Chicago.

How have New York to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for New York to Chicago flights are approximately 18% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Chicago?

Spirit Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Chicago

How often are flights from New York to Chicago delayed?

Historically, on average around 18% 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 159 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?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday 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, United Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 14% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from New York to Chicago on average per day?

The number of flights available between New York and Chicago is 123 per day as of January 2026. The most frequent departure time is 15:00, with 44% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from New York to Chicago on average per week?

As of January 2026, there are 862 flights per week flying from New York to Chicago. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 19% of flights taking off on this day.

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