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$61+ Cheap flights from Newark (EWR) 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 8/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — CHI
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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$117
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$61
(CheapOair)

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June

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January

Average price

$294

Good round-trip deal

$203 or less

Good one-way deal

$121 or less
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Tue 7/15:00 amEWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 37mSpirit Airlines
Sat 7/59:28 pmORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$117
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Tue 7/87:54 pmEWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 42mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/156:00 amORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$137
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/1312:00 pmEWR - MDW
1 stop7h 07mDelta
Tue 9/165:25 pmMDW - EWR
1 stop6h 30mDelta
Deal found 6/11$157
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Fri 11/77:20 amEWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 45mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/106:35 pmORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$160
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/96:00 amEWR - ORD
1 stop5h 16mDelta
Wed 7/1611:01 amORD - EWR
1 stop3h 54mDelta
Deal found 6/11$167
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Tue 6/175:59 amEWR - MDW
1 stop5h 42mFrontier
Wed 6/1811:39 amMDW - EWR
1 stop12h 05mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$176
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Fri 10/311:36 amEWR - RFD
1 stop8h 22mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/63:00 pmRFD - EWR
1 stop5h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$188
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Tue 6/1711:04 amEWR - ORD
1 stop6h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/189:28 pmORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$192
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Fri 8/19:55 amEWR - MDW
1 stop5h 01mAllegiant Air
Mon 8/41:11 pmMDW - EWR
1 stop18h 54mAllegiant Air
Deal found 6/11$232
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 7/1010:12 amEWR - MDW
2 stops24h 29mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/164:27 pmMDW - EWR
1 stop18h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$291
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 10/911:55 amEWR - RFD
2 stops27h 23mAllegiant Air
Mon 10/1310:44 amRFD - EWR
2 stops21h 21mAllegiant Air
Deal found 6/10$369

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Newark Airport to Chicago that are best for you.

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NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Tue 7/1

5:00 am-6:37 am

Nonstop2h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/5

9:28 pm-12:46 am

Nonstop2h 18m

$117

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Tue 7/8

7:54 pm-9:36 pm

Nonstop2h 42m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/15

6:00 am-9:13 am

Nonstop2h 13m

$137

NewarkChicago

EWR - MDW

EWRMDW

Newark

Wed 7/9

6:00 am-8:44 am

1 stop3h 44m

Chicago Midway

Wed 7/9

5:05 pm-12:59 am

1 stop6h 54m

$157

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Fri 11/7

7:20 am-9:05 am

Nonstop2h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/11

6:35 pm-9:51 pm

Nonstop2h 16m

$160

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Wed 7/9

6:00 am-10:16 am

1 stop5h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/16

11:01 am-3:55 pm

1 stop3h 54m

$167

NewarkChicago

EWR - MDW

EWRMDW

Newark

Tue 6/17

5:59 am-10:41 am

1 stop5h 42m

Chicago Midway

Wed 6/18

11:39 am-12:44 am

1 stop12h 05m

$176

NewarkChicago

EWR - RFD

EWRRFD

Newark

Fri 10/3

11:36 am-6:58 pm

1 stop8h 22m

Chicago Greater Rockford

Mon 10/6

3:00 pm-9:27 pm

1 stop5h 27m

$188

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Sun 6/29

7:59 am-3:33 pm

2 stops32h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/21

5:10 pm-8:28 pm

Nonstop2h 18m

$211

NewarkChicago

EWR - MDW

EWRMDW

Newark

Fri 8/1

9:55 am-1:56 pm

1 stop5h 01m

Chicago Midway

Mon 8/4

1:11 pm-9:05 am

1 stop18h 54m

$232

NewarkChicago

EWR - MDW

EWRMDW

Newark

Thu 7/10

10:12 am-9:41 am

2 stops24h 29m

Chicago Midway

Wed 7/16

4:27 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop18h 38m

$291

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Newark Airport to Chicago trip
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United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom and priority boarding for MileagePlus members.


United's Polaris Lounges offer showers and dining for premium passengers.

Read more about United Airlinesby Harriet Baskas
Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seats offer 11 inches extra legroom, ideal for short flights.


Spirit's self-service bag drop saves time; print your boarding pass in advance.

Read more about Spirit Airlinesby Daniel Scheffler
Airports
EWR

Plan for long security waits at EWR. Arrive at least two hours early as wait times can vary greatly between checkpoints.

Read more about EWRby Brandon Schultz
ORD

For a quick city transfer, take the 'L' train from ORD to downtown Chicago, avoiding traffic delays common with taxis or rideshares.

Read more about ORDby Ramsey Qubein
Our travel experts
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Harriet Baskas

Expert on United Airlines

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Expert on Spirit Airlines

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Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on ORD

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Brandon Schultz

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Expert on EWR

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Best time to book a flight from Newark to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Newark with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Newark Airport to Chicago

How far ahead should I book a flight from Newark Airport to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Newark to Chicago. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

Booking 77 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Newark Airport to Chicago. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Newark Airport to Chicago?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Newark 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 June 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Newark Airport to Chicago is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 36% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Newark Airport to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Newark to Chicago. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Newark Airport to Chicago flight should consider departing on Tuesday 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 Newark Airport to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Newark 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from EWR to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (54 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (27 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 June 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from New York to Chicago, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. 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
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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
7,946 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
725 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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 Newark 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 flying from Newark Airport to Chicago round-trip?

    Spirit Airlines, at $117, was found to be the cheapest airline from Newark Airport to Chicago.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and Delta. Spirit Airlines is 51% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Newark Airport to Chicago one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $61. United Airlines flights start at $69 while deals on American Airlines start at $73 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Newark Airport to Chicago?

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

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Newark Airport to Chicago?

    Before booking your flight to Chicago from Newark Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Japan Airlines (92%), Spirit Airlines (85%), TAP AIR PORTUGAL( 76%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Newark Airport to Chicago?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Newark Airport to Chicago? While on average our users pay $676, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $47. The most popular route (Newark - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $94.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Newark to Chicago?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Newark 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 Newark Airport to Chicago?

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

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Top 4 airlines flying from Newark to Chicago

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Newark 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$66Average$151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$68Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$145Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$157Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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