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$65+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) to Illinois

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NYC — ORD
may. 6 — may. 131
mar. 5/6
mar. 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$120
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One-way from

$65
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$249

Good round-trip deal

$199 or less

Good one-way deal

$117 or less
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This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
jue. 5/295:39 pmEWR - ORD
1 stop7h 26mSpirit Airlines
mar. 6/39:08 pmORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$120
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 5/246:30 pmLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 37mSpirit Airlines
lun. 6/97:35 pmORD - LGA
1 stop13h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$141
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
sáb. 5/248:30 pmEWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 42mUnited Airlines
dom. 5/256:00 amORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$147
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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. 5/203:55 pmJFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 39mAmerican Airlines
jue. 5/224:44 pmORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$153
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
mié. 5/281:20 pmJFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 44mJetBlue
sáb. 5/314:03 pmORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 26mJetBlue
Deal found 4/29$157
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
mié. 5/148:25 amLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 41mUnited Airlines
sáb. 5/178:00 pmORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$157
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 5/309:45 pmLGA - MDW
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
mar. 7/17:20 pmMDW - LGA
Nonstop2h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$157
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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. 8/125:49 pmEWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 38mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 8/168:30 pmORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$159
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mar. 5/66:30 amLGA - ORD
1 stop11h 11mMultiple Airlines
mar. 5/135:51 amORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$171
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mié. 7/168:00 amJFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 57mDelta
jue. 7/247:00 amORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 23mDelta
Deal found 4/29$177
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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. 7/165:05 pmLGA - ORD
Nonstop3h 06mDelta
jue. 7/246:59 pmORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 31mDelta
Deal found 4/29$177
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mié. 6/43:55 pmEWR - MDW
1 stop6h 32mDelta
mar. 6/106:00 amMDW - EWR
1 stop5h 39mDelta
Deal found 4/30$179

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New York 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 mayo 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to Illinois that are best for you.

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New York

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Illinois

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Price

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

jue. 5/29

5:55 am-7:27 am

Nonstop2h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 5/29

7:35 pm-9:07 am

1 stop12h 32m

$120

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

sáb. 5/24

6:30 pm-8:07 pm

Nonstop2h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 6/9

7:35 pm-10:00 am

1 stop13h 25m

$141

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

sáb. 5/24

8:30 pm-10:12 pm

Nonstop2h 42m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 5/25

6:00 am-9:13 am

Nonstop2h 13m

$147

New YorkChicago

JFK - ORD

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 5/20

3:55 pm-5:34 pm

Nonstop2h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 5/22

4:44 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop2h 16m

$153

New YorkChicago

JFK - ORD

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mié. 5/28

1:20 pm-3:04 pm

Nonstop2h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 5/31

4:03 pm-7:29 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

$157

New YorkChicago

LGA - MDW

LGAMDW

New York LaGuardia

vie. 5/30

9:45 pm-11:00 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Chicago Midway

mar. 7/1

7:20 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$157

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

mié. 5/14

8:25 am-10:06 am

Nonstop2h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 5/17

8:00 pm-11:18 pm

Nonstop2h 18m

$157

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

mar. 8/12

5:49 pm-7:27 pm

Nonstop2h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 8/16

8:30 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

$159

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

mar. 5/6

6:30 am-4:41 pm

1 stop11h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 5/13

5:51 am-9:00 am

Nonstop2h 09m

$171

New YorkChicago

JFK - ORD

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mié. 7/16

8:00 am-9:57 am

Nonstop2h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 7/24

7:00 am-10:23 am

Nonstop2h 23m

$177

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Illinois

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Illinois?

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

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 mayo 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New York to Illinois as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from New York to Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from New York 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 mayo 1, 2025.

The most flights from NYC to USIL are scheduled on a Wednesday (181 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (56 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 mayo 1, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from New York to Illinois, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. 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
9,968 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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
9,968 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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
2,924 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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 New York to Illinois. 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 to fly from New York to Illinois one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $65. However, be on the lookout for offers from JetBlue and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from New York to Illinois for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Illinois?

    The most popular flight routes from New York to Illinois are New York LaGuardia - Chicago O'Hare Intl, New York John F Kennedy Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl and Newark - Chicago O'Hare Intl.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York to Illinois?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from New York to Illinois are GOL (88%), Kenya Airways (85%) and Republic Airways (84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to Illinois?

    While on average a flight from New York to Illinois is generally $335, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $75. When looking at the most popular route, (New York LaGuardia - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay $63 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York 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 to Illinois?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from New York 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 7 airlines flying from New York to Illinois

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from New York 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 mayo 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$37Average$161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$68Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$85Average$235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
FrontierCheapest$98Average$221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$140Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$148Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$148Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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