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Cheapest return flight
₹ 23,480
Typical prices: ₹ 16,937-₹ 33,432
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Mon 24/9Tue 25/9
EWR - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
₹ 25,484
Typical prices: ₹ 16,918-₹ 33,436
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Sun 30/9Mon 1/10
EWR - ORD • Direct
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Cheapest • 24% average savings
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Most punctual • 89% on-time
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 37% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 32% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg ₹ 19,094 (return)
Shortest trip • 4h 12m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Newark to Chicago (EWR-CHI)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Newark to Chicago

Thu, 24 Sep - Fri, 25 Sep
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22:29 - 09:20EWR  Newark-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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15:50 - 01:01ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-EWR Newark
8h 11m1 stop Orlando
₹ 23,480Frontier
Tue, 1 Dec - Thu, 3 Dec
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22:30 - 07:05EWR  Newark-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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08:10 - 20:26ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-EWR Newark
11h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
₹ 25,198Frontier
Wed, 30 Sep - Thu, 1 Oct
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07:17 - 09:00EWR  Newark-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 43mdirect
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21:35 - 00:57ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-EWR Newark
2h 22mdirect
₹ 25,484United Airlines
Wed, 7 Oct - Thu, 8 Oct
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11:10 - 12:54EWR  Newark-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 44mdirect
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05:00 - 08:12ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-EWR Newark
2h 12mdirect
₹ 26,821United Airlines
Tue, 29 Sep - Thu, 1 Oct
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08:00 - 09:45EWR  Newark-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 45mdirect
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05:00 - 08:12ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-EWR Newark
2h 12mdirect
₹ 26,916United Airlines
Mon, 28 Sep - Fri, 2 Oct
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06:00 - 07:42EWR  Newark-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 42mdirect
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16:00 - 19:30ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-EWR Newark
2h 30mdirect
₹ 27,298United Airlines
Tue, 6 Oct - Sat, 10 Oct
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09:40 - 12:59EWR  Newark-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 19m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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18:08 - 00:58ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-EWR Newark
5h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
₹ 27,393Delta
Mon, 5 Oct - Tue, 6 Oct
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20:40 - 22:28EWR  Newark-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 48mdirect
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21:35 - 00:57ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-EWR Newark
2h 22mdirect
₹ 27,680United Airlines
Sat, 26 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep
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14:50 - 16:34EWR  Newark-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 44mdirect
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12:09 - 15:30ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-EWR Newark
2h 21mdirect
₹ 28,348United Airlines
Tue, 22 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep
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19:14 - 21:00EWR  Newark-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 46mdirect
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09:00 - 12:26ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-EWR Newark
2h 26mdirect
₹ 28,730United Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Newark Airport to Chicago flights

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How much is a return flight from Newark Airport to Chicago?

Return flights from Newark Airport to Chicago start at ₹ 23,480. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from ₹ 16,937 to ₹ 33,432. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 23,480 on Frontier.

What is the cheapest Newark Airport to Chicago flight route?

Newark Airport (EWR) to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) is the cheapest Newark Airport to Chicago route, averaging ₹ 15,545 return. Other Newark Airport to Chicago routes average ₹ 25,123, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Newark Airport to Chicago?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Newark Airport to Chicago and is 6% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 13% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Newark Airport to Chicago?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Newark Airport to Chicago at ₹ 16,512 return.
  • July (₹ 30,829) and June (₹ 30,066) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 86% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Newark Airport to Chicago the cheapest?

Flights from Newark Airport to Chicago are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 37% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Newark Airport to Chicago flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

₹ 11,454
Best time to beat the crowds (25% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (23% more expensive on average)
Flights from Newark Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Newark to Chicago

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

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Newark to Chicago 
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 Newark Airport to Chicago flight questions, answered

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

  • What lounges are there for passengers at Newark Liberty International Airport?

    There are a few different lounges for passengers to relax in at Newark Liberty International Airport, including the American Airlines Admirals Club and the Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge, which are located in Terminal A. In Terminal B, you will find locations for the Art & Lounge, Delta Sky Club, and United Club.

  • Does Newark Liberty International Airport have any facilities for families?

    There are several family restrooms throughout Newark Liberty International Airport that are equipped with things such as changing tables, sitting areas, and outlets. Each terminal also has a nursing room that is meant to allow parents to quietly feed or change their little one.

  • Does O'Hare International Airport have an on-site hotel?

    The Hilton Chicago O’Hare Airport Hotel is located directly in Terminal 2 and is connected to the rest of the terminals by an underground walkway. There are also several hotels that are nearby, such as the Aloft Chicago O’Hare, which is less than a 5min drive away and has a free airport shuttle that runs every 30min.

  • How can I travel from downtown Chicago to Chicago Midway International Airport?

    If you decide to drive from Chicago Midway International Airport to the city center, it will normally take you between 15 and 20min if there isn’t any additional traffic. You can also take public transport by grabbing the metro line Orange, and you’ll arrive in around 30min. A one-way metro ticket costs around $2.50.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Newark Airport to Chicago flights?

    Among airlines operating Newark Airport to Chicago flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: 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 Newark Airport to Chicago?

    2 airlines operate flights between Newark Airport and Chicago. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • American Airlines

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Newark Airport to Chicago?

    Flights from Newark Airport to Chicago usually depart from Newark (EWR) and may arrive at several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Newark Airport to Chicago 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
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy class 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 Newark Airport to Chicago?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Newark Airport to Chicago:

    • 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 Newark Airport to Chicago?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average ₹ 19,094 return via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared with ₹ 24,498 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Newark Airport to Chicago?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge ₹ 3,818–₹ 9,544 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 Newark Airport to Chicago pass through?

    One-stop flights from Newark Airport to Chicago most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 46% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) – 30% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) – 9% 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 Newark Airport to Chicago?

    On the Newark Airport to Chicago route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 17%. Saturday is the cheapest day at ₹ 23,194 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at ₹ 27,775 – a ₹ 4,581 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 Newark Airport to Chicago?

    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 Newark Airport to Chicago route, 13% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 37 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Newark Airport to Chicago spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Newark Airport to Chicago flights, with 48% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 26%, Evening flights for 21%, and Night flights for 5%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago are Millennium Park, River North, and Magnificent Mile. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Newark Airport to Chicago?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Newark Airport to Chicago:

    • Earliest: departs at 05:23 and lands at 08:11
    • Latest: departs at 23:00 and lands at 01:48.

    The flight takes about 2h 48m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Newark Airport to Chicago flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 34% above the route average of ₹ 24,437. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Newark Airport to Chicago?

    A direct flight from Newark Airport to Chicago takes 2h 48m, covering 1,818 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Newark Airport to Chicago?

    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 Newark Airport to Chicago 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 ₹ 23,480 to ₹ 218,383. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Newark Airport to Chicago looking right now?

    One-way fares from Newark Airport to Chicago are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 13,840, which is 18% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does United Airlines's on-time performance compare to other airlines on Newark Airport to Chicago 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 Newark Airport to Chicago flights are:

    • United Airlines: 89% on time
    • American Airlines: 85% on time
    • Spirit Airlines: 72% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 87% of the time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Newark Airport to Chicago?

    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 Newark Airport to Chicago?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 12m, compared to 4h 41m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 5h 49m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What is the time difference between Newark Airport and Chicago?

    Chicago is 1 hour behind Newark Airport (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available in Chicago?

    Since Chicago is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) – daily rates from around ₹ 1,624:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Ace

    Near Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) – daily rates from around ₹ 3,066:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Rent-A-Wreck

    Near Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) – daily rates from around ₹ 2,901:

    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Budget
    • Avis
    • National

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Newark Airport to Chicago flight?

    Return flights from Newark Airport to Chicago range from ₹ 16,937 to ₹ 33,432, with an average of ₹ 24,437 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 16,937 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Newark Airport to Chicago flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Newark Airport to Chicago flights:

    • • American Airlines
    • • 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 Newark Airport to Chicago 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 Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average ₹ 23,194 – about ₹ 4,581 less than Monday (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 37% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Newark Airport to Chicago trip for January. Fares historically average ₹ 16,512 return in that month – typically ₹ 14,317 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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. 89% of United Airlines flights from Newark Airport to Chicago arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 87%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours37 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 ₹ 19,094 return on this route – about ₹ 5,405 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chicago Midway Airport.
    - DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago Midway Airport
    - Skylark Motel
  • When you travel from New York to Chicago, your flight will depart from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Newark Liberty International Airport is considered to be a major hub for United Airlines, so you will find that this company services many trips for this route.
  • When you reach your destination of Chicago, there are two main airports that you may land at, which are O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). While O'Hare International Airport is just under 15 miles from Chicago’s business district, Chicago Midway International Airport is approximately 8 miles from the city center.
  • It’s possible to book nonstop flights from New York to Chicago, and there are a few different airlines that commonly service these, including American Airlines and United Airlines. You may also have a flight with a layover, which could be operated by companies such as Spirit Airlines.
  • If you need to travel from downtown New York to Newark Liberty International Airport, you have a few different options. Those that choose to drive can expect the trip to take between 25 and 30min. If you would like to take public transport, you can grab bus lines 107 and 37, which will bring you to the airport in just under an hour. A one-way ticket will cost you around $2.75.
  • Those that will be traveling with pets should keep in mind that O’Hare International Airport has a designated pet relief zone in each of its terminals. There are also a few areas outside of the airport where you can bring your furry friend to relieve itself and stretch its legs.

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