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Cheap Flights from New York to Chicago (NYC-ORD)

 
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Recent return flight deals from New York to O'Hare Intl

Sat, 17 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
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13:00 - 19:14JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 14m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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09:38 - 17:29ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 51m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
€202JetBlue
Sat, 17 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
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13:00 - 19:14JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 14m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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06:10 - 09:30ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
2h 20mdirect
€216JetBlue
Tue, 29 Sep - Sat, 3 Oct
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13:00 - 19:01JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 01m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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09:38 - 17:29ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 51m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
€219JetBlue
Wed, 30 Sep - Sat, 3 Oct
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13:00 - 19:01JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 01m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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09:38 - 17:29ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 51m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
€220JetBlue
Wed, 28 Oct - Fri, 6 Nov
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13:26 - 19:29JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 03m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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13:00 - 21:29ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
7h 29m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
€222JetBlue
Wed, 30 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct
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13:00 - 19:01JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 01m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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07:05 - 10:33ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
2h 28mdirect
€224JetBlue
Fri, 30 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
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20:30 - 09:35LGA  New York LaGuardia-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
14h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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10:26 - 20:46ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
9h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
€225Frontier
Thu, 1 Oct - Sun, 4 Oct
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05:55 - 22:59EWR  Newark-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
18h 04m1 stop Orlando
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06:00 - 09:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-EWR Newark
2h 10mdirect
€226Frontier
Tue, 6 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
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08:10 - 09:59JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 49mdirect
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13:00 - 19:59ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 59m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
€226JetBlue
Wed, 23 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep
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13:00 - 19:01JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 01m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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09:38 - 17:29ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 51m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
€227JetBlue
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Price, demand, and travel trends for New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Return flights from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport start at €202. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from €150 to €297. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was €202 on JetBlue.

What is the cheapest New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight route?

New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) is the cheapest New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport route, averaging €189 return. Other New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport routes average €218, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and is 9% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 12% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at €145 return.
  • June (€264) and July (€263) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 81% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are cheapest 7 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 35% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

€105
Best time to beat the crowds (26% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (24% more expensive on average)
Flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from New York to O'Hare Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York to O'Hare Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from New York to O'Hare Intl: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from New York to O'Hare Intl 
StephenFlew with United Airlines-Jan 2025
Don't bring a carry on roller bag. It won't fit. They will gate check it. It will take forever.
yvgeniFlew with United Airlines-Jan 2024
Check the weather before flying , and don’t rely on getting on time to your destination

Your New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • JetBlue: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    4 airlines operate flights between New York and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • American Airlines
    • Delta
    • JetBlue

  • Which airports can I use when flying from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flights from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport may depart from several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA). Flights usually arrive at Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average €157 return via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared with €213 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge €30–€86 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 45% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) – 6% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    On the New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 19%. Saturday is the cheapest day at €195 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at €239 – a €44 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport route, 15% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 55 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights, with 46% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 26%, Evening flights for 24%, and Night flights for 4%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are Magnificent Mile, Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, and McCormick Place. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 05:23 and lands at 08:12
    • Latest: departs at 23:00 and lands at 01:49.

    The flight takes about 2h 49m.

  • How expensive are last-minute New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 32% above the route average of €213. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    A direct flight from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 2h 49m, covering 1,878 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    No. A passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about €202 to €1,925. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about €118, which is 23% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does United Airlines's on-time performance compare to other airlines on New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    United Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while American Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights are:

    • United Airlines: 87% on time
    • American Airlines: 85% on time
    • Delta: 84% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 85% of the time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flying via Indianapolis (IND) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 13m, compared to 4h 21m via Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky (CVG) and 4h 22m via Pittsburgh (PIT).

  • What is the time difference between New York and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 1 hour behind New York (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD)?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around €15 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    · Europcar
    · Hertz
    · Dollar
    · Ace

  • How much should I expect to pay for a New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport range from €150 to €297, with an average of €213 over the past 12 months. Anything below €150 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights:

    • • American Airlines
    • • Delta
    • • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average €195 – about €44 less than Sunday (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 7 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 35% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport trip for January. Fares historically average €145 return in that month – typically €119 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, United Airlines is the strongest pick on this route. 87% of United Airlines flights from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 85%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours55 minutes, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages €157 return on this route – about €56 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Tuesday

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Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue, +1 more

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Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue, +1 more

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Friday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue, +1 more

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Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

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Direct returns

Chicago O'Hare Intl to New York

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue, +1 more

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