Cheap flights from New York to Chicago (NYC - CHI)

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From New York to Chicago

Are flight prices decreasing from New York to Chicago due to COVID-19 (coronavirus)?

At this time, Cheapflights has noticed price decreases for many domestic flights due to COVID-19. Travel is not necessarily recommended at this time, and flights may be prone to cancellation: please check with local authorities in both New York and Chicago for travel alerts, and be sure to review the airline's cancellation policy and travel advisories before booking. For more information, please view our post on what to know about COVID-19 (coronavirus) and travel.

What safety measures are being taken by airlines flying from New York to Chicago to control the spread of COVID-19?

Delta is one of the many airlines that have implemented additional safety measures to control the spread of COVID-19. Some of the new policies that have been implemented to accommodate travelers flying from New York to Chicago are improved sanitation, HEPA filters, mask requirements, social distance seating (for a limited time), and pre-flight testing for antibodies and symptoms. Policies will vary by airline.

Which airlines flying from New York to Chicago have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Some of our airline partners flying from New York to Chicago have new flexible policies in place due to COVID-19. United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta are some of the carriers where you may find flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for airlines like United Airlines with this kind of flexibility.

Can I find flights from New York to Chicago for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from New York to Chicago for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $55, but on average you can expect to pay $62.

Are there nonstop flights from New York to Chicago for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from New York to Chicago under $100. A good price for a nonstop flight from New York to Chicago is less than $125.

Are there last-minute flights available from New York to Chicago for under $100?

There are currently 20+ open flights from New York to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $100.

How many flights depart from New York to Chicago on average per day?

Travelers can expect 6 flights from New York to Chicago on average per day.
Morning (6am - Noon) - 67% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 33% of flight departures

Is New York weather warmer or cooler than Chicago?

You can imagine temperatures to be in the 86 °F range in July. The weather in Chicago is generally colder than New York's. As flight availability is subject to become more limited as peak season approaches it is ideal to book in a timely manner.

How long is the flight from New York to Chicago?

For as low as $97, JetBlue can have you in Chicago from New York in 2h 37m. New York and Chicago are separated by a distance of 721 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

Spirit Airlines, at $55, was found to be the cheapest airline from New York to Chicago. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Frontier. These flights start at 69% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

$21 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines, with prices from $26.