What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Illinois?

Frontier, Delta, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Illinois

What airlines fly to Illinois?

American Airlines, Delta and JetBlue are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Illinois from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 38% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Illinois. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Illinois on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois?

As of February 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois?

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 John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Illinois trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Illinois. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Q: How many flights depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois on average per day?

The number of flights available between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Illinois is 34 per day as of February 2026. The most frequent departure time is 3:00PM, with 56% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

Q: How many flights depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois on average per week?

The number of flights available between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Illinois is 242 per week as of February 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 19% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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Frontier flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois

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Apr 17

JFK11:04 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

2h 56m

ORD1:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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ORD6:31 amChicago O'Hare Intl

2h 29m

JFK10:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$86

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Apr 19

JFK11:04 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

2h 56m

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2h 29m

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$87

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Feb 27

JFK11:03 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

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ORD6:02 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

6h 01m

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$91

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Feb 17

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2h 16m

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$161

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1 stop7h 18m

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Illinois?

The cheapest month to fly to Illinois from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $163, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to Illinois during the month of January, then flying in December is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $179.

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

The cheapest day to depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois is on a Saturday when prices can be found for as low as $239. Flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $294. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Illinois is in the evening. Flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois during this time can be as low as $208. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $304.

What is the cheapest New York John F Kennedy Intl to Illinois flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Illinois from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Illinois for around $236 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Illinois from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport for as low as $178 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on New York John F Kennedy Intl to Illinois flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on New York John F Kennedy Intl to Illinois 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 John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois.

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Best Price Found	$88
Fastest flight time	2h 41m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Illinois	98 airports

The best one-way flight to Illinois from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in the past 72 hours is $88. The best round-trip flight deal from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $124.

The fastest flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois takes 2h 41m

Direct flights go from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois every day.

There are 98 airports in Illinois. From New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport there are direct flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Lambert-St Louis (STL).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois?
Prices for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois?
As of February 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois?
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 John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Illinois?
The required travel and health documents for your Illinois trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Illinois. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois is Boeing 737-800 (14.62% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A321neo (11.51%), Embraer 175 (10.69%), and Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 (8.33%).

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Frontier	PriceFrom $54	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.7 3,051 reviews	Search Frontier flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $74	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,893 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Delta	PriceFrom $79	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,138 reviews	Search Delta flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $96	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,407 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $157	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,218 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $217	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,236 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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Finding the right flight to Illinois from New York is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Illinois quick and easy, saving you time and money.

Can I find flights from New York to Illinois with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Illinois from New York on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Illinois is in the evening. Flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois during this time can be as low as $208. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $304.

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What cabin class options are available on New York John F Kennedy Intl to Illinois flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on New York John F Kennedy Intl to Illinois 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 John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Illinois?

Frontier, Delta, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Illinois

What airlines fly to Illinois?

How many flights depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois on average per day?

The number of flights available between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Illinois is 34 per day as of February 2026. The most frequent departure time is 3:00PM, with 56% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois on average per week?

The number of flights available between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Illinois is 242 per week as of February 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 19% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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