What is the cheapest airline that flies from New Jersey to Illinois?

American Airlines, Southwest, and JetBlue are the most popular carriers operating from New Jersey to Illinois

How long is the flight from New Jersey to Illinois?

The flight from New Jersey to Illinois depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Newark (a popular airport in New Jersey) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Illinois), then the flight time is 2h 23m on average. If you fly from Atlantic City (another popular airport in New Jersey) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 6h 40m.

How many flights depart from New Jersey to Illinois on average per day?

As of September 2025, there are 225 flights per day flying from New Jersey to Illinois. The most common time of day flights depart is 7:00AM, with 54% of flights taking off at noon.

What airlines fly to Illinois?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Spirit Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Illinois from New Jersey according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 48% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Illinois. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Illinois on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from New Jersey to Illinois on average per week?

1,580 flights are operational weekly from New Jersey to Illinois as of September 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 17% of flights per week taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New Jersey to Illinois?

Prices for flights from New Jersey to Illinois refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New Jersey to Illinois?

As of September 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from New Jersey to Illinois.

How old do you have to be to fly from New Jersey to Illinois?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New Jersey to Illinois.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Illinois 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 Illinois. 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 cheapest month to fly to Illinois?

The cheapest month to fly to Illinois from New Jersey is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $184, 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 February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $189.

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

The cheapest day to depart from New Jersey to Illinois is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $328. Flights from New Jersey to Illinois on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $402. 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 Jersey to Illinois during this time can be as low as $267. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $399.

What is the cheapest New Jersey to Illinois flight route?

Fly from Newark to Chicago Midway for the best New Jersey - Illinois flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Illinois from New Jersey when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Illinois for around $252 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Illinois from New Jersey for as low as $200 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on New Jersey to Illinois flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on New Jersey 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 Jersey to Illinois flights?

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Best Price Found	$84
Fastest flight time	2h 00m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Illinois	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Illinois from New Jersey in the past 72 hours is $84. The best round-trip flight deal from New Jersey to Illinois found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $96.

The fastest flight from New Jersey to Illinois takes 2h 00m

Direct flights go from New Jersey to Illinois every day.

There is 1 airport near Illinois: Chicago Midway (MDW)

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How many operators does momondo search for flights from New Jersey to Illinois?
As of September 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from New Jersey to Illinois.
How old do you have to be to fly from New Jersey to Illinois?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New Jersey to Illinois.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Illinois?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Illinois 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 Illinois. 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 Jersey to Illinois?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from New Jersey to Illinois is Boeing 737-800, representing 15.09% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A321neo at 13.75%, Boeing 737-900 at 12.65%, and Boeing 757-200 at 8.50%.

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Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $67	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,019 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $91	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,174 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Delta	PriceFrom $101	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,957 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $153	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $158	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,924 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from New Jersey to Illinois

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Illinois?

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

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 Jersey to Illinois during this time can be as low as $267. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $399.

What is the cheapest New Jersey to Illinois flight route?

Fly from Newark to Chicago Midway for the best New Jersey - Illinois flight prices

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

What cabin class options are available on New Jersey to Illinois flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on New Jersey 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 Jersey to Illinois flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between New Jersey to Illinois.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New Jersey to Illinois?

American Airlines, Southwest, and JetBlue are the most popular carriers operating from New Jersey to Illinois

What airlines fly to Illinois?

How many flights depart from New Jersey to Illinois on average per day?

As of September 2025, there are 225 flights per day flying from New Jersey to Illinois. The most common time of day flights depart is 7:00AM, with 54% of flights taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from New Jersey to Illinois on average per week?

1,580 flights are operational weekly from New Jersey to Illinois as of September 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 17% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from New Jersey to Illinois?

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