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$65+ 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 5/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — CHI
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$120
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$65
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$249

Good round-trip deal

$220 or less

Good one-way deal

$117 or less
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This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/295:39 pmEWR - ORD
1 stop7h 26mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/39:08 pmORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$120
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/246:30 pmLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 37mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/97:35 pmORD - LGA
1 stop13h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$141
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/248:30 pmEWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 42mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/256:00 amORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$147
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/203:55 pmJFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 39mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/224:44 pmORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$153
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/281:20 pmJFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 44mJetBlue
Sat 5/314:03 pmORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 26mJetBlue
Deal found 4/29$157
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/148:25 amLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 41mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/178:00 pmORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$157
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/309:45 pmLGA - MDW
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Tue 7/17:20 pmMDW - LGA
Nonstop2h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$157
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/125:49 pmEWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 38mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/168:30 pmORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$159
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/35:45 amPHL - ORD
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/68:00 amORD - PHL
1 stop10h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$166
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Tue 5/66:30 amLGA - ORD
1 stop11h 11mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/135:51 amORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$171
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Thu 7/105:45 amPHL - ORD
Nonstop2h 30mFrontier
Sun 7/138:24 amORD - PHL
Nonstop2h 20mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$171
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Fri 5/306:39 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 16mFrontier
Tue 6/34:54 pmMDW - PHL
1 stop6h 05mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$176

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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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Jersey to Chicago that are best for you.

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New Jersey

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Depart

Return

Price

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Thu 5/29

5:55 am-7:27 am

Nonstop2h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/29

7:35 pm-9:07 am

1 stop12h 32m

$120

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Sat 5/24

6:30 pm-8:07 pm

Nonstop2h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/9

7:35 pm-10:00 am

1 stop13h 25m

$141

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Sat 5/24

8:30 pm-10:12 pm

Nonstop2h 42m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/25

6:00 am-9:13 am

Nonstop2h 13m

$147

New YorkChicago

JFK - ORD

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 5/20

3:55 pm-5:34 pm

Nonstop2h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/22

4:44 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop2h 16m

$153

New YorkChicago

JFK - ORD

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/28

1:20 pm-3:04 pm

Nonstop2h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/31

4:03 pm-7:29 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

$157

New YorkChicago

LGA - MDW

LGAMDW

New York LaGuardia

Fri 5/30

9:45 pm-11:00 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Chicago Midway

Tue 7/1

7:20 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$157

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Wed 5/14

8:25 am-10:06 am

Nonstop2h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/17

8:00 pm-11:18 pm

Nonstop2h 18m

$157

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Tue 8/12

5:49 pm-7:27 pm

Nonstop2h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/16

8:30 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

$159

PhiladelphiaChicago

PHL - ORD

PHLORD

Philadelphia

Sun 8/3

5:45 am-7:15 am

Nonstop2h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/6

8:00 am-7:01 pm

1 stop10h 01m

$166

PhiladelphiaChicago

PHL - ORD

PHLORD

Philadelphia

Thu 7/10

5:45 am-7:15 am

Nonstop2h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/13

8:24 am-11:44 am

Nonstop2h 20m

$171

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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 May 1, 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 May 1, 2025.

The most flights from USNJ to CHI are scheduled on a Thursday (55 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (22 on average).

Rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from New Jersey to Chicago to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,924 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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.

  • 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 Spirit Airlines ($65), JetBlue ($69), and Delta ($69).

  • 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 LaGuardia - Chicago O'Hare Intl, New York John F Kennedy Intl - 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%), Republic Airways (90%), Japan Airlines (87%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from New Jersey to Chicago is $47. On average you can expect to pay $637. The most popular route, (New York LaGuardia - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $63.

  • 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$66Average$152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$68Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$147Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$157Average$323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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