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$79+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) to Illinois

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JFK — ORD
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
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Cheap flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Illinois

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Round-trip from

$137
(JetBlue)

One-way from

$79
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$268

Good round-trip deal

$207 or less

Good one-way deal

$127 or less
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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/158:30 pmJFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 58mJetBlue
sáb. 7/196:16 amORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 13mJetBlue
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.
mié. 8/133:29 pmJFK - ORD
Nonstop3h 08mDelta
sáb. 8/167:00 amORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 23mDelta
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.
mar. 7/292:30 pmJFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 44mAmerican Airlines
mar. 8/54:36 pmORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$173
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.
sáb. 9/201:01 pmJFK - MDW
1 stop11h 08mFrontier
mar. 9/238:00 amMDW - JFK
1 stop22h 28mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$182
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/196:00 amJFK - ORD
1 stop8h 33mFrontier
lun. 8/256:00 pmORD - JFK
1 stop12h 39mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$206
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.
mié. 9/173:16 pmJFK - MLI
1 stop8h 09mAmerican Airlines
lun. 9/2210:51 amMLI - JFK
1 stop5h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$230
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/2410:00 amJFK - MDW
1 stop9h 36mDelta
mar. 12/29:30 amMDW - JFK
1 stop7h 42mDelta
Deal found 6/12$238
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/1611:40 amJFK - STL
1 stop7h 13mAmerican Airlines
lun. 8/45:15 amSTL - JFK
1 stop7h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$239
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jue. 7/176:20 amJFK - STL
1 stop8h 14mFrontier
sáb. 7/192:52 pmSTL - JFK
1 stop8h 50mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$241
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.
mié. 8/138:00 amJFK - STL
1 stop5h 31mDelta
mar. 8/1911:02 amSTL - JFK
1 stop7h 33mDelta
Deal found 6/11$242
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.
mié. 9/33:45 pmJFK - MLI
1 stop8h 03mDelta
sáb. 9/64:59 pmMLI - JFK
1 stop7h 07mDelta
Deal found 6/11$249
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.
jue. 8/78:20 amJFK - PIA
1 stop8h 23mAmerican Airlines
mar. 8/127:00 amPIA - JFK
1 stop9h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$270

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois that are best for you.

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New YorkChicago

JFK - ORD

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 7/15

8:30 pm-10:28 pm

Nonstop2h 58m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 7/23

6:16 am-9:29 am

Nonstop2h 13m

$137

New YorkChicago

JFK - ORD

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mié. 8/13

3:29 pm-5:37 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 8/16

7:00 am-10:23 am

Nonstop2h 23m

$157

New YorkChicago

JFK - ORD

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 7/29

2:30 pm-4:14 pm

Nonstop2h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 8/5

4:36 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

$173

New YorkChicago

JFK - MDW

JFKMDW

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 9/9

1:01 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop10h 57m

Chicago Midway

mar. 9/16

8:00 am-12:40 am

1 stop15h 40m

$184

New YorkChicago

JFK - ORD

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 8/19

6:00 am-1:33 pm

1 stop8h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 8/25

6:00 pm-7:39 am

1 stop12h 39m

$206

New YorkMoline

JFK - MLI

JFKMLI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mié. 9/17

3:16 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop8h 09m

Moline Quad-City

lun. 9/22

10:51 am-5:17 pm

1 stop5h 26m

$230

New YorkSt. Louis

JFK - STL

JFKSTL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mié. 7/16

11:40 am-5:53 pm

1 stop7h 13m

Lambert-St Louis

lun. 8/4

5:15 am-1:39 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$239

New YorkSt. Louis

JFK - STL

JFKSTL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

jue. 7/17

6:20 am-1:34 pm

1 stop8h 14m

Lambert-St Louis

sáb. 7/19

2:52 pm-12:42 am

1 stop8h 50m

$241

New YorkSt. Louis

JFK - STL

JFKSTL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mié. 8/13

8:00 am-12:31 pm

1 stop5h 31m

Lambert-St Louis

mar. 8/19

11:02 am-7:35 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$242

New YorkMoline

JFK - MLI

JFKMLI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mié. 9/3

3:45 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop8h 03m

Moline Quad-City

sáb. 9/6

4:59 pm-1:06 am

1 stop7h 07m

$249

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois 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 JFK to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

When flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl to Illinois. 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 junio 12, 2025.

The most flights from JFK to USIL are scheduled on a Wednesday (49 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (22 on average).

Rainfall in Illinois by month

Plan your trip to Illinois by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Illinois 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 Illinois when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Illinois by month

Plan your trip to Illinois by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Illinois, 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 Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated junio 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from New York to Illinois by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

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
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

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.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,925 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

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.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $79. Users have also found prices from $89 and $98 on JetBlue and Frontier, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois?

    The most popular route from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois is New York John F Kennedy Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl. You may also consider New York John F Kennedy Intl - Chicago Midway or New York John F Kennedy Intl - Lambert-St Louis.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois are Qatar Airways (85%), Etihad Airways (85%) and China Airlines (84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois?

    The cheapest flight price from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois is $69. On average you can expect to pay $606. The most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $97.

  • Can I find deals for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Illinois that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on John F Kennedy Intl to Illinois flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Illinois 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 York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois 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 6 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to Illinois

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Illinois. 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$84Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$88Average$147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$98Average$200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$117Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$137Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$178Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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