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$70+ Cheap flights from New Jersey to Chicago (CHI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — CHI
Aug 25 — Sep 11
Mon 8/25
Mon 9/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from New Jersey to Chicago

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Jersey to Chicago flight deals. Data was last updated August 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$127
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$70
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$269

Good round-trip deal

$39 or less

Good one-way deal

$68 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($32 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flights from New Jersey to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Jersey to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 20, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/3110:47 amPHL - ORD
Nonstop2h 33mFrontier
Sun 9/76:10 amORD - PHL
Nonstop2h 15mFrontier
Deal found 8/19$127
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/116:00 amPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 11mFrontier
Sun 9/148:06 amMDW - PHL
Nonstop2h 01mFrontier
Deal found 8/19$127
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/3110:47 amPHL - ORD
Nonstop2h 33mFrontier
Sun 9/146:10 amORD - PHL
Nonstop2h 15mFrontier
Deal found 8/19$128
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/126:00 amPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 11mFrontier
Mon 9/228:15 amMDW - PHL
Nonstop2h 01mFrontier
Deal found 8/19$128
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/710:21 amPHL - ORD
Nonstop2h 37mFrontier
Thu 9/186:10 amORD - PHL
Nonstop2h 15mFrontier
Deal found 8/20$129
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/55:01 amPHL - MDW
1 stop8h 43mFrontier
Sun 10/128:25 amMDW - PHL
Nonstop2h 02mFrontier
Deal found 8/19$129
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/2610:16 pmPHL - ORD
1 stop18h 01mFrontier
Sun 9/286:10 amORD - PHL
Nonstop2h 15mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$130
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/2512:00 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 10mFrontier
Thu 9/114:56 pmMDW - PHL
1 stop7h 01mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$130
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/2512:18 pmPHL - ORD
1 stop5h 39mFrontier
Sun 9/146:10 amORD - PHL
Nonstop2h 15mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$131
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/46:00 amPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 11mFrontier
Sun 9/148:06 amMDW - PHL
Nonstop2h 01mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$131
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/38:10 amPHL - ORD
1 stop16h 48mFrontier
Sun 10/56:10 amORD - PHL
Nonstop2h 15mFrontier
Deal found 8/19$132
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/311:28 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 13mFrontier
Sun 9/710:13 amMDW - PHL
1 stop20h 22mFrontier
Deal found 8/19$132

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from New Jersey to Chicago that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Jersey to Chicago that are best for you.

Fly from

New Jersey

Fly to

Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PhiladelphiaChicago

PHL - ORD

PHLORD

Philadelphia

Sun 8/31

10:47 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/4

6:10 am-9:25 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$127

PhiladelphiaChicago

PHL - ORD

PHLORD

Philadelphia

Sun 8/31

10:47 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/15

6:10 am-9:25 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$128

PhiladelphiaChicago

PHL - ORD

PHLORD

Philadelphia

Thu 10/16

4:10 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/20

11:51 am-3:00 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

$128

PhiladelphiaChicago

PHL - ORD

PHLORD

Philadelphia

Sun 8/31

10:47 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/12

6:10 am-9:25 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$128

PhiladelphiaChicago

PHL - ORD

PHLORD

Philadelphia

Sun 8/31

10:47 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/11

6:10 am-9:25 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$128

PhiladelphiaChicago

PHL - ORD

PHLORD

Philadelphia

Sun 8/31

10:47 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/14

6:10 am-9:25 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$128

PhiladelphiaChicago

PHL - MDW

PHLMDW

Philadelphia

Sun 9/14

6:00 am-7:11 am

Nonstop2h 11m

Chicago Midway

Fri 9/19

8:15 am-11:16 am

Nonstop2h 01m

$128

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Sat 9/13

7:30 am-9:02 am

Nonstop2h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/15

8:20 pm-11:38 pm

Nonstop2h 18m

$138

New YorkChicago

JFK - ORD

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 9/4

10:30 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/16

6:45 am-9:59 am

Nonstop2h 14m

$142

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Thu 11/6

1:24 pm-2:56 pm

Nonstop2h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/11

8:41 am-7:11 pm

1 stop9h 30m

$142

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Best time to book a flight from New Jersey to Chicago

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Jersey to Chicago

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Jersey to Chicago?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Jersey to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from New Jersey 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 time of day to fly from NJ to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from New Jersey to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 20, 2025.

When flying from New Jersey to Chicago, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from New Jersey to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from New Jersey to Chicago. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated August 20, 2025.

The most flights from USNJ to CHI are scheduled on a Wednesday (56 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (29 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Jersey to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from New Jersey to Chicago?

    There are many flights that can get you from New Jersey to Chicago in 2h 32m. Fly via Frontier, Delta, or JetBlue to get the fastest option. New Jersey and Chicago are separated by a distance of 731 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Jersey to Chicago one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from New Jersey to Chicago are American Airlines ($70), United Airlines ($70), and Southwest ($70).

  • What are the most popular routes from New Jersey to Chicago?

    When deciding which route to take from New Jersey to Chicago consider New York John F Kennedy Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl, New York LaGuardia - Chicago O'Hare Intl or Newark - Chicago O'Hare Intl as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New Jersey to Chicago?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from New Jersey to Chicago on time: Spirit Airlines (91%), Japan Airlines (87%), ANA (77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New Jersey to Chicago?

    The cheapest flight price from New Jersey to Chicago is $88. On average you can expect to pay $650. The most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $90.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Jersey to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New Jersey to Chicago?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Jersey to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Jersey 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Jersey to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Jersey to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from New Jersey 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.

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Top 4 airlines flying from New Jersey to Chicago

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from New Jersey to Chicago. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$66Average$164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$101Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$146Average$321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$156Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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