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Cheap flights from New York to Chicago from ₹ 6,124

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 8/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — CHI
4 Dec — 11 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Chicago are usually found in January or February, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from New York to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 November 2025.

Wed 3/1212:59LGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 32mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/1215:26ORD - LGA
1 stop7h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/11₹ 9,052
Sat 22/1119:53LGA - ORD
1 stop12h 50mSpirit Airlines
Mon 24/1110:59ORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/11₹ 11,182
Sat 22/1111:05EWR - ORD
1 stop13h 01mSpirit Airlines
Mon 24/1114:01ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/11₹ 11,626
Mon 1/1211:35EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 21mSpirit Airlines
Wed 3/1214:01ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/11₹ 11,981
Sat 6/1217:40LGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 42mDelta
Mon 8/1220:25ORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 14mDelta
Deal found 3/11₹ 12,070
Wed 3/1208:00EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 48mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/1206:00ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/11₹ 12,158
Fri 5/1215:25EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 44mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/1209:15ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/11₹ 12,691
Thu 13/1110:15LGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 42mUnited Airlines
Mon 17/1111:00ORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/11₹ 12,691
Sat 15/1107:30LGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 42mDelta
Mon 17/1117:50ORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 11mDelta
Deal found 1/11₹ 12,780
Mon 15/1221:57EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 35mUnited Airlines
Thu 15/106:05ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/11₹ 13,046
Mon 15/1220:50LGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 40mDelta
Tue 20/117:20ORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 10mDelta
Deal found 3/11₹ 13,134
Thu 13/1109:01EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 42mUnited Airlines
Fri 14/1119:51ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/11₹ 13,223

Cheap flight deals from New York to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) 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 4 November 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 9,052

One-way from

₹ 6,124

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

₹ 20,234

Good round-trip deal

₹ 15,705 or less

Good one-way deal

₹ 6,122 or less
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 3/12-10/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 48m total
  • New York to Chicago
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 15/12
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 47m total
  • New York to Chicago
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New York to Chicago that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 454,620 searches. Data last updated 4 November 2025.
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New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Sat 6/12

17:40-19:22

Nonstop2h 42m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/12

20:25-23:39

Nonstop2h 14m

₹ 12,070

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Thu 4/12

21:57-23:32

Nonstop2h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/12

19:40-23:02

Nonstop2h 22m

₹ 12,158

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Sat 6/12

18:20-20:07

Nonstop2h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/12

21:08-00:13

Nonstop2h 05m

₹ 12,158

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Wed 19/11

11:30-13:17

Nonstop2h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 19/11

20:25-23:44

Nonstop2h 19m

₹ 12,158

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Fri 5/12

15:25-17:09

Nonstop2h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/12

09:15-12:28

Nonstop2h 13m

₹ 12,691

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Fri 5/12

16:15-17:57

Nonstop2h 42m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/12

06:00-09:07

Nonstop2h 07m

₹ 12,691

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Fri 5/12

16:15-17:57

Nonstop2h 42m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/12

07:00-10:07

Nonstop2h 07m

₹ 13,223

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Wed 3/12

14:25-16:04

Nonstop2h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/12

06:00-09:07

Nonstop2h 07m

₹ 13,844

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Sun 11/1

07:45-09:40

Nonstop2h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 14/1

18:13-21:29

Nonstop2h 16m

₹ 13,933

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Fri 9/1

11:30-13:15

Nonstop2h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 13/1

15:35-18:51

Nonstop2h 16m

₹ 13,933

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Chicago

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Chicago

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from New York to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 31 October 2025.

Booking 64 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New York to Chicago. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Chicago?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Chicago (average of ₹ 4,881). Flying from New York to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 11,182). 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 NYC to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 4 November 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from New York to Chicago in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 53% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from New York to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 2 November 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Chicago flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New York to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from New York 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 4 November 2025.

The most flights from NYC to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (188 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (78 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated 4 November 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines and Spirit Airlines from New York to Chicago to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,038 reviews
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Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,038 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,038 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

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.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,115 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,038 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

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

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  • How long is the flight from New York to Chicago?

    For as low as ₹ 12,158, United Airlines can have you in Chicago from New York in 2h 35m. There are 1152 km between New York and Chicago. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from New York to Chicago round-trip?

    Currently priced at ₹ 7,859, American Airlines will fly you from New York to Chicago and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. American Airlines is 63% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York to Chicago?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from New York to Chicago are Atlas Air (100%), Finnair (100%) and Gulf Air (90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to Chicago?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for ₹ 5,247. While the most popular route (Newark - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for ₹ 57,064 on average, our data indicates ₹ 19,647 when flying from New York to Chicago.

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

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

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Chicago?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Chicago (average of ₹ 4,881). Flying from New York to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 11,182). 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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American AirlinesCheapest₹ 7,859Average₹ 21,884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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