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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, 31 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov
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14:36 - 16:23EWR  Newark-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 47mdirect
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10:42 - 13:57ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-EWR Newark
2h 15mdirect
₹ 23,022United Airlines
Thu, 24 Sep - Sun, 27 Sep
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09:10 - 10:54LGA  New York LaGuardia-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 44mdirect
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10:03 - 13:26ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
2h 23mdirect
₹ 23,022United Airlines
Sat, 26 Sep - Sun, 27 Sep
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19:29 - 23:31LGA  New York LaGuardia-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 02m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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17:00 - 20:25ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
2h 25mdirect
₹ 23,969United Airlines
Fri, 18 Sep - Sun, 27 Sep
United Airlines Logo
07:30 - 09:13EWR  Newark-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 43mdirect
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06:00 - 09:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-EWR Newark
2h 10mdirect
₹ 24,633United Airlines
Thu, 1 Oct - Sat, 3 Oct
United Airlines Logo
10:25 - 14:26LGA  New York LaGuardia-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 01m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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08:50 - 14:09ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
4h 19m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
₹ 24,917United Airlines
Wed, 7 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct
United Airlines Logo
20:40 - 22:28EWR  Newark-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 48mdirect
United Airlines Logo
06:00 - 09:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-EWR Newark
2h 10mdirect
₹ 25,296United Airlines
Wed, 7 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct
United Airlines Logo
06:00 - 07:39LGA  New York LaGuardia-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 39mdirect
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17:00 - 20:25ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
2h 25mdirect
₹ 25,296United Airlines
Mon, 28 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep
Delta Logo
20:45 - 22:18LGA  New York LaGuardia-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 33mdirect
Delta Logo
20:15 - 23:39ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
2h 24mdirect
₹ 26,243Delta
Wed, 7 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct
Frontier Logo
06:15 - 11:51LGA  New York LaGuardia-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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08:30 - 19:44ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
10h 14m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
₹ 26,433Frontier
Tue, 27 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
Delta Logo
17:30 - 19:20LGA  New York LaGuardia-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 50mdirect
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06:00 - 09:12ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
2h 12mdirect
₹ 26,527Delta
Booking Insights

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 ₹ 25,296. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from ₹ 16,557 to ₹ 32,683. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 25,296 on United Airlines.

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 ₹ 20,821 return. Other New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport routes average ₹ 23,993, 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 ₹ 16,011 return.
  • June (₹ 29,085) and July (₹ 28,991) 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

₹ 11,369
Best time to beat the crowds (26% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (24% more expensive on average)
Flights from Newark 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?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • 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 ₹ 17,289 return via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared with ₹ 23,472 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 ₹ 3,316–₹ 9,473 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 ₹ 21,506 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at ₹ 26,338 – a ₹ 4,832 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 Millennium Park, River North, and Magnificent Mile. 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 ₹ 23,439. 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 ₹ 25,296 to ₹ 178,874. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x 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 ₹ 13,103, which is 22% 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 ₹ 1,612 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 ₹ 16,557 to ₹ 32,683, with an average of ₹ 23,439 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 16,557 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 ₹ 21,506 – about ₹ 4,832 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 ₹ 16,011 return in that month – typically ₹ 13,074 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 ₹ 17,289 return on this route – about ₹ 6,183 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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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

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

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

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

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