What airlines fly to Illinois?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Spirit Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Illinois from State of New York according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 40% 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 State of New York to Illinois on average per week?

As of January 2026, there are 1,293 flights per week flying from State of New York to Illinois. The most common day of the week flights depart is Fri, with 17% of flights taking off on this day.

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

As of January 2026, 184 flights take off from State of New York and land in Illinois each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 3:00PM, with 41% of daily flights taking off at noon.

How long is the flight from State of New York to Illinois?

The flight from State of 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 Buffalo (a popular airport in State of New York) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Illinois), then the flight time is 1h 48m on average. If you fly from Rochester (another popular airport in State of New York) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 1h 52m.

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

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

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

Prices for flights from New York to Illinois were last updated today.

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

As of January 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?

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 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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6:05 am - 4:42 pm

JFK

ORD

11h 37m1 stop

6:40 am - 10:04 am

ORD

JFK

2h 24mnonstop

$94Frontier

Wed, Feb 11 - Mon, Feb 16

9:05 pm - 10:42 pm

EWR

ORD

2h 37mnonstop

8:43 pm - 11:42 am

ORD

EWR

13h 59m1 stop

$94Spirit Airlines

Sat, Jan 31 - Mon, Feb 2

9:30 pm - 11:00 pm

LGA

MDW

2h 30mnonstop

6:45 pm - 9:50 pm

MDW

LGA

2h 05mnonstop

$115Southwest

Wed, Mar 11 - Wed, Mar 18

9:45 pm - 11:15 pm

LGA

MDW

2h 30mnonstop

6:05 am - 9:10 am

MDW

LGA

2h 05mnonstop

$122Southwest

Mon, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 3

8:00 am - 9:44 am

SYR

ORD

2h 44mnonstop

7:35 am - 10:32 am

ORD

SYR

1h 57mnonstop

$209United Airlines

Thu, Feb 5 - Sun, Feb 8

4:45 pm - 6:10 pm

SYR

ORD

2h 25mnonstop

6:26 am - 3:35 pm

ORD

SYR

8h 09m1 stop

$212American Airlines

Thu, Feb 19 - Wed, Feb 25

7:03 am - 1:15 pm

SYR

ORD

7h 12m1 stop

7:35 am - 10:32 am

ORD

SYR

1h 57mnonstop

$219United Airlines

Fri, Jan 30 - Sun, Feb 1

5:50 pm - 10:05 pm

SYR

ORD

5h 15m1 stop

6:25 pm - 12:19 am

ORD

SYR

4h 54m1 stop

$229Delta

Fri, Feb 27 - Tue, Mar 3

11:25 am - 1:21 pm

LGA

STL

2h 56mnonstop

3:33 pm - 6:59 pm

STL

LGA

2h 26mnonstop

$266American Airlines

Sat, Feb 14 - Sun, Feb 15

8:30 am - 2:49 pm

JFK

STL

7h 19m1 stop

9:59 am - 6:30 pm

STL

JFK

7h 31m1 stop

$301Delta

Thu, Feb 5 - Sun, Feb 8

Frontier flights from State of New York to Illinois

Our best Frontier deals on State of New York to Illinois flight tickets

Frontier

Feb 11

JFK6:05 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

11h 37m

1 stop

ORD4:42 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 16

ORD6:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

2h 24m

JFK10:04 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$94

Frontier

Jan 29

JFK4:29 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

3h 00m

ORD6:29 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 29

ORD8:25 amChicago O'Hare Intl

2h 24m

JFK11:49 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$95

Frontier

Jan 16

JFK4:24 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

3h 00m

ORD6:24 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jan 17

ORD12:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

2h 24m

JFK3:24 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$96

Spirit Airlines flights from State of New York to Illinois

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on State of New York to Illinois flight tickets

Spirit Airlines

Jan 31

EWR9:05 pmNewark

2h 37m

ORD10:42 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 2

ORD8:43 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

13h 59m

1 stop

EWR11:42 amNewark

$94

Spirit Airlines

Feb 2

EWR9:05 pmNewark

2h 37m

ORD10:42 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 3

ORD10:48 amChicago O'Hare Intl

11h 39m

1 stop

EWR11:27 pmNewark

$95

Spirit Airlines

Jan 22

EWR9:05 pmNewark

2h 37m

ORD10:42 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jan 25

ORD4:38 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

2h 08m

EWR7:46 pmNewark

$96

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Wed 2/11

6:05 am-4:42 pm

1 stop11h 37m

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Mon 2/16

6:40 am-10:04 am

Nonstop2h 24m

$94

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9:05 pm-10:42 pm

Nonstop2h 37m

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8:43 pm-11:42 am

1 stop13h 59m

$94

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LGA - MDW

LGAMDW

New York LaGuardia

Wed 3/11

9:30 pm-11:00 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Chicago Midway

Wed 3/18

6:45 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$115

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LGA - MDW

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New York LaGuardia

Mon 2/2

9:45 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Chicago Midway

Tue 2/3

6:05 am-9:10 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$122

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SYR - ORD

SYRORD

Syracuse Hancock Intl

Thu 2/5

8:00 am-9:44 am

Nonstop2h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/8

7:35 am-10:32 am

Nonstop1h 57m

$209

SyracuseChicago

SYR - ORD

SYRORD

Syracuse Hancock Intl

Thu 2/19

4:45 pm-6:10 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/25

6:26 am-3:35 pm

1 stop8h 09m

$212

SyracuseChicago

SYR - ORD

SYRORD

Syracuse Hancock Intl

Fri 1/30

7:03 am-1:15 pm

1 stop7h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/1

7:35 am-10:32 am

Nonstop1h 57m

$219

SyracuseChicago

SYR - ORD

SYRORD

Syracuse Hancock Intl

Fri 2/27

5:50 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/3

6:25 pm-12:19 am

1 stop4h 54m

$229

New YorkSt. Louis

LGA - STL

LGASTL

New York LaGuardia

Sat 2/14

11:25 am-1:21 pm

Nonstop2h 56m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 2/15

3:33 pm-6:59 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

$266

New YorkSt. Louis

JFK - STL

JFKSTL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 2/5

8:30 am-2:49 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 2/8

9:59 am-6:30 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$301

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from State of New York to Illinois

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Illinois?

The cheapest month to fly to Illinois from State of New York is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $182, 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 State of New York to Illinois is on a Saturday when prices can be found for as low as $237. Flights from State of 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 State of New York to Illinois during this time can be as low as $209. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $307.

What is the cheapest New York to Illinois flight route?

Fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl 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 State of New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Illinois for around $237 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Illinois from State of New York for as low as $168 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 State of New York to Illinois flights?

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

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Best Price Found	$105
Fastest flight time	1h 40m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Illinois	98 airports

The best one-way flight to Illinois from State of New York in the past 72 hours is $105. The best round-trip flight deal from State of New York to Illinois found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $148.

The fastest flight from State of New York to Illinois takes 1h 40m

Direct flights go from State of New York to Illinois every day.

There are 98 airports in Illinois. From State of New York there are direct flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW).

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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 were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Illinois?
As of January 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?
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 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 State of New York to Illinois?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between State of New York and Illinois, the leading plane model is Boeing 737-800, making up 17.30% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A321neo with 10.57%, Boeing 737 MAX 8 with 7.98%, and Embraer 175 with 7.57%.

Best airlines flying from State of New York to Illinois

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Frontier	PriceFrom $55	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.7 3,057 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $67	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,298 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $85	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,887 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Delta	PriceFrom $101	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,035 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $118	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,145 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $152	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,099 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $153	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,254 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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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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