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

Delta, JetBlue, 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 4 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 July 2026, there are 4 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 37 per day as of July 2026. The most frequent departure time is 7:00AM, with 41% 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 264 per week as of July 2026. The most frequent departure day is Fri, with 20% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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$191JetBlue

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Jul 22

JFK7:59 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

3h 03m

ORD10:02 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Jul 28

ORD6:54 amChicago O'Hare Intl

6h 00m

1 stop

JFK1:54 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$214

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Jul 4

JFK10:11 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

2h 54m

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Jul 28

ORD4:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

2h 34m

JFK8:04 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$218

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Jul 25

JFK7:59 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

3h 03m

ORD10:02 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Jul 28

ORD4:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

2h 34m

JFK8:04 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$219

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Aug 16

JFK8:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

2h 58m

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2h 33m

JFK9:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$191

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Aug 10

JFK7:09 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

2h 43m

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ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

2h 17m

JFK9:17 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$193

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JFK7:05 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

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ORD8:51 amChicago O'Hare Intl

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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 May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $28, 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 May, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $28.

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 $227. Flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $291. 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 $216. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $328.

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 from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 $243 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 $174 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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	$150
Fastest flight time	2h 46m
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 $150. 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 $216.

The fastest flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois takes 2h 46m

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 July 2026, there are 4 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 (21.76% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Embraer 175 (12.73%), Airbus A220-300 (11.19%), and Boeing 737 MAX 8 (9.68%).

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Frontier	PriceFrom $44	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.6 2,847 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Delta	PriceFrom $74	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,451 reviews	Search Delta flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $98	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 3,008 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $157	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,766 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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