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$61+ 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 7/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — CHI
Mai 7 — Mai 141
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Cheap flight deals from New Jersey to Chicago

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 April 7, 2026.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mi 4/226:15 pm
LGA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Sa 4/254:28 pm
ORD
-
LGA
1 stop5h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$114
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Di 4/146:30 am
LGA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 31m
Spirit Airlines
Mi 4/222:09 pm
ORD
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 11m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/3$117
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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.
Di 4/146:30 am
LGA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 31m
Spirit Airlines
Di 4/212:09 pm
ORD
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 11m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/6$118
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Di 4/216:15 pm
LGA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Di 4/2811:07 am
ORD
-
LGA
1 stop5h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$119
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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.
Fr 4/246:15 pm
LGA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Di 4/2811:07 am
ORD
-
LGA
1 stop5h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/6$120
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mi 4/1511:30 am
EWR
-
MDW
Nonstop2h 30m
Frontier
Fr 4/177:30 am
MDW
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 4/3$121
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Fr 4/1710:08 am
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 34m
Spirit Airlines
Mo 4/2012:47 pm
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 07m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/2$121
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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.
Fr 4/246:15 pm
LGA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 42m
Spirit Airlines
Di 4/287:15 pm
ORD
-
LGA
1 stop13h 45m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/6$121
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Fr 4/1711:30 am
EWR
-
MDW
Nonstop2h 30m
Frontier
So 4/197:30 am
MDW
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 4/3$122
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Do 4/1610:08 am
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 34m
Spirit Airlines
Fr 4/1712:47 pm
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 07m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/2$122
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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.
Do 5/216:29 pm
LGA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 42m
Spirit Airlines
Do 5/281:49 pm
ORD
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 11m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/6$122
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Fr 4/1711:30 am
EWR
-
MDW
Nonstop2h 30m
Frontier
Mo 4/202:15 pm
MDW
-
EWR
1 stop10h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 4/3$123

Find 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 April 7, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$112
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$61
(CheapOair)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$262

Good round-trip deal

$66 or less

Good one-way deal

$72 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for New York (NYC)-Chicago (CHI) flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for New York (NYC)-Chicago (CHI) flights.
From New Jersey to Chicago (CHI)
One-way flight from New Jersey to Chicago (CHI)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($32 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New Jersey to Chicago (CHI).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from New Jersey to Chicago (CHI).

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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 April 7, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Jersey to Chicago that are best for you.

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Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Mo 4/13

10:54 pm-12:22 am

Nonstop2h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Di 4/14

6:01 pm-9:09 pm

Nonstop2h 08m

$138

Atlantic CityChicago

ACY - ORD

ACYORD

Atlantic City

Mi 5/6

7:12 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop29h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

So 5/10

3:44 pm-12:02 pm

1 stop19h 18m

$158

TrentonChicago

TTN - ORD

TTNORD

Trenton-Mercer

Fr 5/1

7:14 pm-3:23 pm

1 stop21h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Di 5/5

3:55 pm-9:37 am

1 stop16h 42m

$171

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Sa 7/4

8:04 pm-9:54 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fr 7/24

8:07 pm-11:39 pm

Nonstop2h 32m

$177

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Di 6/30

9:00 pm-10:48 pm

Nonstop2h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Do 7/9

6:00 am-9:09 am

Nonstop2h 09m

$177

Atlantic CityChicago

ACY - ORD

ACYORD

Atlantic City

Do 4/16

5:16 pm-12:24 am

1 stop8h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

So 4/19

5:05 am-6:32 pm

1 stop12h 27m

$179

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Mi 6/10

6:00 am-7:41 am

Nonstop2h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mo 6/15

7:05 am-10:25 am

Nonstop2h 20m

$182
Quickest round-trip

New YorkChicago

LGA - MDW

LGAMDW

New York LaGuardia

Do 4/30

7:25 am-8:50 am

Nonstop2h 25m

Chicago Midway

Fr 5/1

7:50 pm-10:55 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$187

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Mi 5/6

6:00 am-7:44 am

Nonstop2h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

So 5/10

6:00 am-9:12 am

Nonstop2h 12m

$187

TrentonChicago

TTN - ORD

TTNORD

Trenton-Mercer

Fr 4/24

3:52 pm-12:27 am

1 stop9h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mo 4/27

6:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop16h 59m

$187

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Best time to book a flight from New Jersey to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from New Jersey with our price prediction graph.
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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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Jersey to Chicago (average of $48). Flying from New Jersey to Chicago in August is currently the most expensive (average of $150). 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 April 7, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from New Jersey to Chicago in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 49% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Jersey to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New Jersey to Chicago. Price data was last updated on April 4, 2026.

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

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 April 7, 2026.

The most flights from USNJ to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (58 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (38 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New Jersey to Chicago?

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 28m. Fly via Spirit Airlines, Frontier, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. New Jersey and Chicago are separated by a distance of 716 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 Frontier ($33), Spirit Airlines ($37), and United Airlines ($74).

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

  • 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: Japan Airlines (84%), Qatar Airways (81%), ANA (79%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from New Jersey to Chicago is $83. On average you can expect to pay $619. The most popular route, (Newark - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $98.

  • 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Jersey to Chicago (average of $48). Flying from New Jersey to Chicago in August is currently the most expensive (average of $150). 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 5 airlines flying from New Jersey to Chicago

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$39Average$172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$68Average$150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$101Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$144Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$164Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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