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$104+ 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 8/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — CHI
Aug 16 — Aug 231
Sun 8/16
Sun 8/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Newark to Chicago are usually found in January or February, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Newark to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Newark to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 17, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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.
Thu 8/65:29 am
EWR
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ORD
Nonstop2h 46m
American Airlines
Sat 8/86:43 am
ORD
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EWR
Nonstop2h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/13$207
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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.
Thu 8/65:29 am
EWR
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ORD
Nonstop2h 46m
American Airlines
Mon 8/108:36 pm
ORD
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EWR
Nonstop2h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/13$208
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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.
Thu 9/1010:44 am
EWR
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ORD
Nonstop2h 45m
American Airlines
Sun 9/136:44 am
ORD
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EWR
Nonstop2h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/16$209
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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 8/46:56 am
EWR
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ORD
Nonstop2h 48m
American Airlines
Fri 8/78:36 pm
ORD
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EWR
Nonstop2h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/13$210
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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 8/45:30 am
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 45m
American Airlines
Tue 8/118:36 pm
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/14$211
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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.
Thu 9/172:20 pm
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 53m
American Airlines
Sat 9/196:01 pm
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 28m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/16$212
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1910:30 am
EWR
-
ORD
1 stop4h 34m
United Airlines
Sun 11/297:00 am
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/17$215
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/36:00 am
EWR
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MDW
1 stop5h 37m
Delta
Tue 10/61:28 pm
MDW
-
EWR
1 stop5h 02m
Delta
Deal found 7/15$217
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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.
Mon 8/1010:11 pm
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 50m
United Airlines
Wed 8/121:30 pm
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/16$217
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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.
Sun 8/236:50 am
EWR
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ORD
Nonstop2h 46m
American Airlines
Wed 8/266:43 am
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/17$218
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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.
Wed 10/76:55 am
EWR
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ORD
Nonstop2h 49m
American Airlines
Fri 10/96:43 am
ORD
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EWR
Nonstop2h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/17$219
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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 8/87:15 am
EWR
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ORD
Nonstop2h 45m
United Airlines
Sun 8/96:00 am
ORD
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EWR
Nonstop2h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/14$220

Find flight deals from Newark to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Newark (EWR) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 17, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$207
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$104
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$332

Good round-trip deal

$202 or less

Good one-way deal

$150 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Newark 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 July 17, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Newark Airport to Chicago that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

NewarkChicago

EWR - MDW

EWRMDW

Newark

Sat 9/19

6:00 am-9:07 am

1 stop4h 07m

Chicago Midway

Wed 9/23

1:19 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$227

NewarkChicago

EWR - MDW

EWRMDW

Newark

Tue 9/15

6:00 am-9:07 am

1 stop4h 07m

Chicago Midway

Thu 9/17

1:19 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$227

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Fri 9/18

6:59 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/19

6:40 am-2:13 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$227

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Wed 9/16

1:00 pm-4:14 pm

1 stop4h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/22

1:55 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$227

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Sun 8/9

7:15 am-9:00 am

Nonstop2h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/13

5:00 am-8:14 am

Nonstop2h 14m

$234

NewarkChicago

EWR - MDW

EWRMDW

Newark

Sun 10/25

6:00 am-12:05 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Chicago Midway

Wed 10/28

5:15 pm-12:58 am

1 stop6h 43m

$257

NewarkChicago

EWR - MDW

EWRMDW

Newark

Sat 9/12

6:00 am-9:07 am

1 stop4h 07m

Chicago Midway

Mon 9/14

1:19 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$257

NewarkChicago

EWR - MDW

EWRMDW

Newark

Fri 9/25

9:48 am-12:39 pm

1 stop3h 51m

Chicago Midway

Sat 9/26

9:29 am-3:59 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$257

NewarkChicago

EWR - MDW

EWRMDW

Newark

Thu 8/6

10:29 pm-9:51 am

1 stop12h 22m

Chicago Midway

Thu 8/13

11:06 am-9:28 pm

1 stop9h 22m

$286
Quickest round-trip

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Fri 10/2

9:45 pm-11:21 pm

Nonstop2h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/7

5:00 am-8:12 am

Nonstop2h 12m

$287

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Newark to Chicago in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Newark Airport-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Newark Airport-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Newark Airport-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Newark Airport-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Newark Airport-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Chicago (average of $214). Flying from Newark Airport to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $423). 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 July 17, 2026.

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 43% on airfare.

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 July 17, 2026.

The most flights from EWR to CHI are scheduled on a Friday (60 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (35 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Newark Airport to Chicago?

How often are flights from Newark to Chicago delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between Newark and Chicago have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 161 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Newark to Chicago flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Newark to Chicago flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.

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

Booking 73 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 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 July 11, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Newark Airport 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.

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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 July 17, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Newark Airport to Chicago to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,476 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
Delta
7.8
Good
8,476 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,476 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,006 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,476 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,825 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,476 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,794 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,476 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

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.

  • How long is the flight from Newark Airport to Chicago?

    Delta and United Airlines can get you from Newark Airport to Chicago in just under 2h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 22m. The distance between Newark Airport and Chicago is about 716 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Newark Airport to Chicago round-trip?

    Frontier, at $39, was found to be the cheapest airline from Newark Airport to Chicago.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and United Airlines. Frontier is 85% 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 Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $33. United Airlines flights start at $76 while deals on Delta start at $78 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 (87%), American Airlines (82%), Envoy Air( 80%).

  • 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 $904, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $109. The most popular route (Newark - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $207.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Chicago (average of $214). Flying from Newark Airport to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $423). 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 July 17, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$39Average$194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$113Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$148Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$171Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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