What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl?

Southwest, Frontier, and JetBlue are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl

What airlines fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Spirit Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from New York according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

On average, it takes 2h 23m to fly from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport if you fly out of Newark (the most popular airport in New York) and into Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport). If you’re flying out of New York and into Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, then the flight time is around 2h 34m.

How many flights depart from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on average per week?

The number of flights available between New York and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 1,042 per week as of September 2025. The most frequent departure day is Thu, with 17% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

How many flights depart from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on average per day?

As of September 2025, there are 148 flights per day flying from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. The most common time of day flights depart is 3:00PM, with 45% of flights taking off at noon.

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The number of operators available for flights from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 6 as of September 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

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The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport. 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

The month of September is another great option to travel to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, with average flight prices from New York averaging around $197.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $297. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to depart from New York because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $389.

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Flying to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from New York in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $259 when looking at flights departing in the evening. Try not to purchase tickets at noon because they tend to be around $366. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport for around $251 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from New York for as low as $201 on momondo.

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

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As of September 2025, prices for New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights are approximately 26% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from New York in the past 72 hours is $131. The best round-trip flight deal from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $184.

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Chicago O'Hare Intl is 725.2 mi away from New York. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 2h 27m.
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The number of operators available for flights from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 6 as of September 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
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Based on momondo bookings for flights between New York and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, the leading plane model is Boeing 737-800, making up 21.66% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737 MAX 8 with 11.67%, Airbus A321neo with 9.38%, and Boeing 737-900 with 8.28%.
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momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is United Airlines, representing 32% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are American Airlines at 31%, Spirit Airlines at 18%, and Delta at 15%.

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Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $67	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,023 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
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Delta Flights From New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport
Delta flies from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport around 63 times per week, with 7,960 momondo users rating the airline 7.9/10. The cheapest Delta deal from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in the last 72 hours was $101 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $355 for Delta flights on this route.
United Airlines Flights From New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport
United Airlines (7.4/10 from 8,937 reviews) operates around 160 flights from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in any given week. The average United Airlines airfare for this route is around $311, with deals from around $149 rare but found on momondo. Referenced prices are for round-trip New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight searches in the last 72 hours.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

The month of September is another great option to travel to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, with average flight prices from New York averaging around $197.

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What cabin class options are available on New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

How have New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights are approximately 26% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl?

Southwest, Frontier, and JetBlue are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl

What airlines fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

How many flights depart from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on average per day?

As of September 2025, there are 148 flights per day flying from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. The most common time of day flights depart is 3:00PM, with 45% of flights taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on average per week?

The number of flights available between New York and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 1,042 per week as of September 2025. The most frequent departure day is Thu, with 17% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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