Illinois

$59+ Cheap flights from New Jersey to Illinois

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EWR — ORD
May 22 — May 291
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Cheapest flights from New Jersey to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Jersey to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 22, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/146:29 pm
LGA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 42m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 6/161:49 pm
ORD
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 11m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/20$134
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/126:29 pm
LGA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/191:59 pm
ORD
-
LGA
1 stop8h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20$135
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Thu 5/76:29 pm
LGA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 42m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 5/201:49 pm
ORD
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 11m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/20$136
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/3011:30 am
EWR
-
MDW
Nonstop2h 30m
Frontier
Sun 5/37:30 am
MDW
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 4/17$137
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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.
Sat 5/25:59 am
EWR
-
ORD
1 stop6h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/712:59 pm
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/18$137
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/202:57 pm
LGA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 35m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 6/231:50 pm
ORD
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 17m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/17$137
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/2611:30 am
EWR
-
MDW
Nonstop2h 30m
Frontier
Mon 5/47:30 am
MDW
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 4/17$138
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/182:45 pm
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 26m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 7/215:06 pm
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 22m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/17$138
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/56:29 pm
LGA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 42m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 5/61:49 pm
ORD
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 11m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/17$138
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Sat 4/2511:30 am
EWR
-
MDW
Nonstop2h 30m
Frontier
Sat 5/27:30 am
MDW
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 4/19$139
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Tue 6/232:45 pm
EWR
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 26m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 6/305:06 pm
ORD
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 22m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/19$139
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/46:29 pm
LGA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 42m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 5/61:49 pm
ORD
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 11m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/19$139

Find flight deals from New Jersey to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Jersey to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated April 22, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$134
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$59
(Frontier)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$275

Good round-trip deal

$72 or less

Good one-way deal

$61 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for New York (NYC)-Chicago (CHI) flight deals.
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From New Jersey to Illinois
One-way flight from New Jersey to Illinois
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($30 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New Jersey to Illinois.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from New Jersey to Illinois.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Jersey to Illinois 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 April 22, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Jersey to Illinois that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Tue 6/30

2:45 pm-4:11 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/1

5:06 pm-8:28 pm

Nonstop2h 22m

$149

New YorkChicago

LGA - MDW

LGAMDW

New York LaGuardia

Fri 5/29

6:00 am-7:25 am

Nonstop2h 25m

Chicago Midway

Tue 6/2

8:15 am-11:20 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$155

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Wed 5/6

7:10 am-8:49 am

Nonstop2h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/12

12:50 pm-4:08 pm

Nonstop2h 18m

$173

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Sat 6/13

5:55 pm-8:02 pm

Nonstop3h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/16

6:00 am-9:12 am

Nonstop2h 12m

$177

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Fri 6/19

9:40 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/23

6:00 am-9:12 am

Nonstop2h 12m

$177

New YorkChicago

LGA - MDW

LGAMDW

New York LaGuardia

Thu 7/2

6:00 am-7:20 am

Nonstop2h 20m

Chicago Midway

Sun 7/5

5:20 am-8:20 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$177

New YorkChicago

LGA - MDW

LGAMDW

New York LaGuardia

Wed 7/1

6:00 am-7:20 am

Nonstop2h 20m

Chicago Midway

Sat 7/4

6:05 am-9:05 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$177

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Wed 7/8

6:00 am-11:53 am

1 stop6h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/11

6:00 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$187

PhiladelphiaChicago

PHL - MDW

PHLMDW

Philadelphia

Wed 5/27

11:35 am-12:40 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/30

4:20 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop4h 15m

$187

New YorkChicago

LGA - MDW

LGAMDW

New York LaGuardia

Thu 5/28

6:00 am-7:25 am

Nonstop2h 25m

Chicago Midway

Sun 5/31

5:20 am-8:20 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$196

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Best time to book a flight from New Jersey to Illinois

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Jersey to Illinois

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NJ to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from New Jersey 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 April 22, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from New Jersey to Illinois in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 49% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Jersey to Illinois?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New Jersey to Illinois. Price data was last updated on April 18, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New Jersey to Illinois 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.

Weekly flight availability from New Jersey to Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from New Jersey 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 April 22, 2026.

The most flights from USNJ to USIL are scheduled on a Monday (58 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (23 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New Jersey to Illinois?

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 April 22, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from New Jersey to Illinois to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Jersey to Illinois. 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 New Jersey to Illinois?

    Airlines like Spirit Airlines, Southwest, and United Airlines fly from New Jersey to Illinois in about 2h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. New Jersey and Illinois are separated by a distance of 722 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Jersey to Illinois one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $33. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from New Jersey to Illinois for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Jersey to Illinois that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Jersey to Illinois flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Jersey to Illinois?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Jersey to Illinois?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Jersey 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.

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Alternative routes for New Jersey to Illinois

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Top 5 airlines flying from New Jersey to Illinois

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from New Jersey 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 April 22, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$55Average$157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$68Average$149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$101Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$145Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$164Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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