How long is the flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago?

Departing from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago will take you 2h 25m. The distance between New York LaGuardia Airport and Chicago is about 722 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago round-trip?

Currently priced at $70, Spirit Airlines will fly you from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Frontier and JetBlue - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $96 and $114, respectively. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 72% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago?

The best time to book flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago is 70 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago

The most flights from LGA to CHI are scheduled on a Wednesday (81 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (26 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

What are the most popular routes from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago?

The most popular route from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago is New York LaGuardia - Chicago O'Hare Intl. You may also consider New York LaGuardia - Chicago Midway or New York LaGuardia - Chicago Greater Rockford.

What are the cheapest flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago?

Looking for the cheapest flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago? While on average our users pay $588, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $69. The most popular route (New York LaGuardia - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $62.

What are the most reliable airlines from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago?

Before booking your flight to Chicago from New York LaGuardia Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Republic Airways (93%), KLM (81%), Japan Airlines( 79%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago?

The most popular airlines flying from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago are American Airlines, JetBlue and Delta. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Tuesday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 36 days in advance to save up to 100% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 36 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $251, or $405 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago?

January is one of the best times of the year to fly to Chicago from New York LaGuardia Airport. Prices for January average $237 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $86. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of August. Opting for a January flight can save you 18% on your journey compared to booking in August

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LGA to CHI?

It’s optimal to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 25% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Can I find deals for flights from LaGuardia to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on LaGuardia to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from LaGuardia to Chicago?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from LaGuardia to Chicago.

Can I find deals for business class flights from LaGuardia to Chicago?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from LaGuardia to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

$70+ Cheap Flights from New York LaGuardia Airport, NY to Chicago

Round-trip from	$129 (Cheapflightsfares)
One-way from	$70 (Southwest)
Popular in	June
Cheapest in	September
Average price	$212
Good round-trip deal	$218 or less
Good one-way deal	$134 or less

Southwest offers free snacks and non-alcoholic drinks, enhancing your short-haul flight experience.

Enjoy in-flight entertainment with early-release movies and live TV on Southwest flights.

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$70	Average$181	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
Frontier	Cheapest$96	Average$350	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
JetBlue	Cheapest$114	Average$229	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Delta	Cheapest$140	Average$302	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
American Airlines	Cheapest$147	Average$270	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$149	Average$296	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Southwest	Cheapest$154	Average$259	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%

$70+ Cheap flights from LaGuardia, NY (LGA) to Chicago (CHI)

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