How long is the flight from New York to Illinois?

The flight from New York 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 York) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Illinois), then the flight time is 2h 28m on average. If you fly from New York (another popular airport in New York) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 2h 34m.

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 York according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Illinois. Keep in mind that there are 7 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 York to Illinois on average per week?

The number of flights available between New York and Illinois is 1,050 per week as of February 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 19% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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

Delta, Frontier, and Spirit Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Illinois

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

150 flights are operational daily from New York to Illinois as of February 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 3:00PM, with 44% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

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

Prices for flights from New York to Illinois are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

As of February 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to Illinois.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York 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 York 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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ORD

2h 56mnonstop

6:31 am - 10:00 am

ORD

JFK

2h 29mnonstop

$87Frontier

Thu, May 14 - Mon, May 18

7:40 am - 9:22 am

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ORD

2h 42mnonstop

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2h 01mnonstop

$87Spirit Airlines

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12:02 pm - 7:11 pm

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ORD

8h 09m

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6:51 pm - 10:00 pm

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EWR

2h 09mnonstop

$88Spirit Airlines

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7:40 am - 9:22 am

LGA

ORD

2h 42mnonstop

5:58 pm - 8:59 pm

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2h 01mnonstop

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ORD

6h 36m

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2h 09mnonstop

$89Multiple Airlines

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3:00 pm - 10:27 pm

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8h 27m

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10h 43m

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2h 40mnonstop

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LGA

2h 05mnonstop

$125Southwest

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2h 40mnonstop

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2h 05mnonstop

$130Southwest

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11:25 am - 1:21 pm

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STL

2h 56mnonstop

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LGA

8h 34m

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$265American Airlines

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12:48 pm - 5:22 pm

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STL

5h 34m

1 stop

6:03 am - 9:33 am

STL

LGA

2h 30mnonstop

$269American Airlines

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Feb 18

LGA7:40 amNew York LaGuardia

2h 42m

ORD9:22 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 18

ORD5:58 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

2h 01m

LGA8:59 pmNew York LaGuardia

$87

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Mar 4

EWR11:05 pmNewark

2h 35m

ORD12:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 8

ORD6:51 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

2h 09m

EWR10:00 pmNewark

$88

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Feb 24

LGA4:59 pmNew York LaGuardia

7h 48m

1 stop

ORD11:47 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 25

ORD5:58 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

2h 01m

LGA8:59 pmNew York LaGuardia

$89

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Mar 18

JFK4:29 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

3h 00m

ORD6:29 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 25

ORD12:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

2h 24m

JFK3:29 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$89

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Mar 18

JFK4:29 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

3h 00m

ORD6:29 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 25

ORD12:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

2h 24m

JFK3:29 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$90

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Feb 26

JFK4:29 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

3h 00m

ORD6:29 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 4

ORD6:02 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

6h 01m

1 stop

JFK1:03 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$91

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6:31 am-10:00 am

Nonstop2h 29m

$87

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7:40 am-9:22 am

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5:58 pm-8:59 pm

Nonstop2h 01m

$87

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12:02 pm-7:11 pm

1 stop8h 09m

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6:51 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

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7:40 am-9:22 am

Nonstop2h 42m

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5:58 pm-8:59 pm

Nonstop2h 01m

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6:51 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

$89

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3:00 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop8h 27m

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8:22 pm-8:05 am

1 stop10h 43m

$124

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Sat 2/28

6:00 am-7:40 am

Nonstop2h 40m

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Mon 3/2

6:05 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$125

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Tue 2/24

6:00 am-7:40 am

Nonstop2h 40m

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Mon 3/2

6:05 am-9:10 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$130

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LGA - STL

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New York LaGuardia

Sat 2/14

11:25 am-1:21 pm

Nonstop2h 56m

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Sat 2/14

2:25 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 34m

$265

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LGA - STL

LGASTL

New York LaGuardia

Wed 5/6

12:48 pm-5:22 pm

1 stop5h 34m

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Wed 7/8

6:03 am-9:33 am

Nonstop2h 30m

$269

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Illinois?

The cheapest month to fly to Illinois from New York is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $186, 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 February, then flying in January is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $187.

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

The cheapest day to depart from New York to Illinois is on a Saturday when prices can be found for as low as $239. Flights from New York 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 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 to Illinois flight route?

Fly from Newark to Chicago Midway for the best New York - 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 York 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 for as low as $178 on momondo.

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

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

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

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Best Price Found	$88
Fastest flight time	2h 15m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Illinois	98 airports

The best one-way flight to Illinois from New York in the past 72 hours is $88. The best round-trip flight deal from New York to Illinois found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $58.

The fastest flight from New York to Illinois takes 2h 15m

Direct flights go from New York to Illinois every day.

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

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Illinois?
Prices for flights from New York to Illinois are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Illinois?
As of February 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to Illinois.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York 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 York 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 to Illinois?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between New York and Illinois, the leading plane model is Boeing 737-800, making up 14.07% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A321neo with 13.26%, Boeing 737-900 with 8.09%, and Boeing 737 MAX 8 with 7.13%.

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Frontier	PriceFrom $54	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.7 3,051 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $56	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,407 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines 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
United Airlines	PriceFrom $140	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,236 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $156	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,218 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $158	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,272 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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

Flights from New York to Illinois with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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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 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 to Illinois flight route?

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

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

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

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

Delta, Frontier, and Spirit Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Illinois

What airlines fly to Illinois?

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

150 flights are operational daily from New York to Illinois as of February 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 3:00PM, with 44% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

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

The number of flights available between New York and Illinois is 1,050 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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