Popular in | June | High demand for flights, 10% potential price rise |
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Cheapest in | February | Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop |
Average price | $190 | Average for round-trip flights in January 2023 |
Round-trip from | $108 | From New York to Chicago |
One-way from | $42 | One-way flight from New York to Illinois |
Newark
Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7h 15mChicago O'Hare Intl
Newark
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10h 40mSpirit Airlines
Newark
Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7h 00mChicago O'Hare Intl
Newark
1 stop
7h 02mSpirit Airlines
New York LaGuardia
Chicago Midway
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28h 05mChicago Midway
New York LaGuardia
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18h 20mFrontier
Newark
Moline Quad-City
1 stop
9h 49mMoline Quad-City
Newark
1 stop
9h 01mAmerican Airlines
Newark
Moline Quad-City
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29h 48mMoline Quad-City
Newark
1 stop
14h 23mMultiple Airlines
Newark
Moline Quad-City
1 stop
13h 29mMoline Quad-City
Newark
1 stop
16h 45mUnited Airlines
Newark
Greater Peoria
1 stop
22h 19mGreater Peoria
Newark
1 stop
25h 21mMultiple Airlines
Newark
Greater Peoria
1 stop
22h 19mGreater Peoria
Newark
2 stops
12h 22mMultiple Airlines
Newark
Greater Peoria
2 stops
22h 18mGreater Peoria
Newark
2 stops
21h 26mMultiple Airlines
Newark
Chicago O'Hare Intl
1 stop
7h 15mChicago O'Hare Intl
Newark
1 stop
10h 40mSpirit Airlines
Newark
Chicago O'Hare Intl
1 stop
7h 21mChicago O'Hare Intl
Newark
1 stop
7h 17mSpirit Airlines
Newark
Chicago O'Hare Intl
1 stop
7h 00mChicago O'Hare Intl
Newark
1 stop
7h 02mSpirit Airlines
Newark
Chicago O'Hare Intl
1 stop
7h 20mChicago O'Hare Intl
Newark
1 stop
8h 43mSpirit Airlines
Newark
Moline Quad-City
2 stops
29h 48mMoline Quad-City
Newark
1 stop
14h 23mMultiple Airlines
New York LaGuardia
Chicago O'Hare Intl
1 stop
21h 27mFrontier
New York LaGuardia
Moline Quad-City
2 stops
48h 34mMultiple Airlines
New York LaGuardia
Greater Peoria
2 stops
42h 17mMultiple Airlines
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They lost my luggage on my way to NY and then again on my way to SF, horrible
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They lost my luggage on my way to NY and then again on my way to SF, horrible
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They lost my luggage on my way to NY and then again on my way to SF, horrible
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They lost my luggage on my way to NY and then again on my way to SF, horrible
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They lost my luggage on my way to NY and then again on my way to SF, horrible
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They lost my luggage on my way to NY and then again on my way to SF, horrible
January
$217
February
$197
March
$234
April
$288
May
$287
June
$365
July
$364
August
$285
September
$297
October
$259
November
$299
December
$257
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Illinois. Flying to Illinois in June will prove the most costly. There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.
NYC - CHI Price | $188 - $367 |
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CHI Temperature | 23 - 73.4 °F |
CHI Rainfall | 1.7 - 4.9 inches |
Brush up on your American history before your flight to Chicago: Home of President Abraham Lincoln, Lake Michigan, and ‘da Chicago Bears, Illinois has something for everyone. Whether you’re a history buff or a sports fanatic, it’s worth booking flights to Illinois.
The 21st state, located is the heart of the Midwest, is easy to get to thanks to two airports and one of the largest train stations in the country. Flights to Illinois are serviced by major airlines and Amtrak trains head right into the center of Chicago.
In between shopping and sports, make sure to visit one of Illinois’ numerous museums before boarding your Illinois flight home. The Burpee Museum of Natural History in Rockford features dinosaur fossils while the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum in Springfield is the largest presidential library in the country. Tourists booking Illinois flights to Chicago can explore the John G. Shedd Aquarium, the Field Museum of Natural History, the Art Institute of Chicago, and the Museum of Science and Industry (Chicago).
Book a flight to Illinois to experience a plethora of cultures wrapped into one state.
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Winters along the Great Lakes are long and cold. From late November into April, there is plenty of snow, icy winds, and sub-freezing temperatures, but it’s also the best time to find cheap flights to Illinois. Conversely, July and August can be hot and sticky and good Illinois flight and hotel deals are usually available. Spring and fall tend to have perfect weather and are great times to visit, although the tornado season is March through May.Chicago summers can have temperatures well into the 90s with humidity to match. Winters are cold and raw with temperatures in the teens and occasional blizzards. Mild winters are not uncommon, but if booking Illinois flight and travel plans during the winter it’s advisable to pack with snow and cold in mind.
Peak Season:
Winter is a prime time for skiing and snowmobiling in Illinois. Summer is the peak of the festival season in the Chicago area with major events taking place in the parks and neighborhoods every weekend, despite the heat and humidity. While many tourists gather on the great state of Illinois during the summer season, it’s more likely cheap flights to Illinois will be available during the winter months.
Off Season:
September can be the most enjoyable and mildest month of the year to visit Chicago, but there is less going on during this period. Fall is a wonderful time to visit the rest of the state and enjoy the milder temperatures and changing foliage. January to March is when Chicago is least busy and deals on hotels are usually attainable. However, it can be cold and windy.
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A tough city to drive in, Chicago has convenient public transportation, taxis are easy to come by, and many areas are a pleasure to walk through. The Chicago Transit Authority operates the “L” (or “El”) a system of elevated trains that run 24 hours a day. There is also a River Bus that runs during rush hour in the summer, and the city is becoming increasingly bike friendly.
Except for Chicago, Illinois is mostly a quiet, rural state. Yet Amtrak trains, numerous commuter railroads, and, to a lesser extent, buses make getting around on public transportation feasible. Cycling is also generally easy on the state’s flat plains.
Once you reach your destination, check for local transportation, but be prepared to rent a car.
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