What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Chicago flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Chicago flights?

According to our data, United Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 12% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How often are flights from New York to Chicago delayed?

Historically, on average around 15% of flights between New York and Chicago have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 160 minutes.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What airlines fly to Chicago?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from New York LaGuardia Airport according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 38% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago on average per day?

65 flights are operational daily from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 2:00PM, with 42% of flights per day taking off at noon.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York LaGuardia to Chicago?

United Airlines, Delta, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from New York LaGuardia to Chicago

How many flights depart from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago on average per week?

As of December 2025, there are 460 flights per week flying from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 18% of flights taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago?

Prices for flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago were last updated today.

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There are 7 operators available for flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York LaGuardia Airport and Chicago?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from New York LaGuardia Airport, with most prices found around $218. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in January, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago during February average around $221.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $292. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago for around $373.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is in the evening. Flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago during this time can be as low as $271. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $367.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from New York LaGuardia Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $261 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from New York LaGuardia Airport for as low as $209 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on New York LaGuardia to Chicago flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on New York LaGuardia to Chicago flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago flights are approximately 22% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to Chicago from New York LaGuardia Airport in the past 72 hours is $139. The best round-trip flight deal from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $205.

The fastest flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago takes 2h 20m

Direct flights go from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago every day.

There are 2 airports near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW)

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How far is New York LaGuardia to Chicago by plane?
The straight-line distance from New York LaGuardia to Chicago is 716.4 mi. Typically, this will take 2h 25m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago?
Prices for flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago were last updated today.
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There are 7 operators available for flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between New York LaGuardia Airport and Chicago, the leading plane model is Boeing 737-800, making up 21.93% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A321neo with 10.74%, Boeing 737 MAX 8 with 10.38%, and Airbus A321 (sharklets) with 6.78%.
What is the most popular airline from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago is United Airlines (31% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are American Airlines (26%), Delta (16%), and Southwest (14%).

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Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $67	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,171 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
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Delta Flights From New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago
Delta flight deals from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago start from $141 round-trip. Over the 49 Delta flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $313 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.
Southwest Flights From New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago
The best Southwest deal for New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago flight tickets found on momondo in the last 72 hours was $151, round-trip. It should be noted that an average Southwest flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at $273 round-trip. Southwest operates 30 flights out of New York LaGuardia Airport into Chicago in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 4,252 Southwest reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 7.9/10.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is in the evening. Flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago during this time can be as low as $271. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $367.

What is the cheapest New York LaGuardia to Chicago flight route?

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What cabin class options are available on New York LaGuardia to Chicago flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on New York LaGuardia to Chicago flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago flights are approximately 22% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York LaGuardia to Chicago?

United Airlines, Delta, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from New York LaGuardia to Chicago

What airlines fly to Chicago?

How often are flights from New York to Chicago delayed?

Historically, on average around 15% of flights between New York and Chicago have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 160 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Chicago flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Chicago flights?

According to our data, United Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 12% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago on average per day?

65 flights are operational daily from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 2:00PM, with 42% of flights per day taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago on average per week?

As of December 2025, there are 460 flights per week flying from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 18% of flights taking off on this day.

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