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$61+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) to Illinois

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NYC — ORD
Jun 19 — Jun 261
Thu 6/19
Thu 6/26
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Cheap flight deals from New York to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New York to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated June 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$118
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$61
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$272

Good round-trip deal

$203 or less

Good one-way deal

$120 or less
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Cheapest flights from New York to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 14, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/189:33 pmEWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 37mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/215:10 pmORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/14$118
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/2411:04 amEWR - ORD
1 stop6h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/29:28 pmORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/14$130
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/185:35 pmLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 42mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/218:12 pmORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$135
This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/158:30 pmJFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 58mJetBlue
Sat 7/196:16 amORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 13mJetBlue
Deal found 6/12$137
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/19:50 amLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 55mDelta
Sat 7/57:10 amORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 19mDelta
Deal found 6/13$137
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/67:30 amLGA - MDW
Nonstop2h 20mSouthwest
Mon 9/86:05 pmMDW - LGA
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 6/12$137
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
Thu 8/285:45 amLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 38mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/26:00 amORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/14$140
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.
Thu 9/117:30 amEWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 40mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/158:40 pmORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$143
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
Tue 8/127:20 amLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 37mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/152:05 pmORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/14$143
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.
Thu 11/69:00 amJFK - ORD
Nonstop3h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/911:45 amORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$146
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/133:29 pmJFK - ORD
Nonstop3h 08mDelta
Sat 8/167:00 amORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 23mDelta
Deal found 6/13$147
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/2710:55 pmLGA - ORD
1 stop26h 04mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/25:51 amORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13$154

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 June 14, 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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Return

Price

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Thu 9/11

9:33 pm-11:10 pm

Nonstop2h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/13

5:10 pm-8:28 pm

Nonstop2h 18m

$118

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Tue 6/24

11:04 am-4:34 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/2

9:28 pm-12:46 am

Nonstop2h 18m

$130

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Sat 10/18

5:35 pm-7:17 pm

Nonstop2h 42m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/21

8:12 pm-11:31 pm

Nonstop2h 19m

$135

New YorkChicago

JFK - ORD

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 7/15

8:30 pm-10:28 pm

Nonstop2h 58m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/16

6:16 am-9:29 am

Nonstop2h 13m

$137

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Tue 7/1

9:50 am-11:45 am

Nonstop2h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/16

6:59 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop2h 31m

$137

New YorkChicago

LGA - MDW

LGAMDW

New York LaGuardia

Sat 9/6

7:30 am-8:50 am

Nonstop2h 20m

Chicago Midway

Sun 9/7

5:55 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$137

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Thu 8/28

5:45 am-7:23 am

Nonstop2h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/2

6:00 am-9:04 am

Nonstop2h 04m

$140

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Tue 8/12

7:20 am-8:57 am

Nonstop2h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/15

2:05 pm-5:27 pm

Nonstop2h 22m

$143

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Thu 9/11

7:30 am-9:10 am

Nonstop2h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/15

8:40 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop2h 19m

$143

New YorkChicago

JFK - ORD

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 8/13

3:29 pm-5:37 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/3

7:00 am-10:23 am

Nonstop2h 23m

$147

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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 June 14, 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 June 14, 2025.

The most flights from NYC to USIL are scheduled on a Wednesday (168 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (111 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 June 14, 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
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

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

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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
4,283 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

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
7,958 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

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
8,793 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

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
2,923 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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 $61. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and American Airlines, 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 John F Kennedy Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Newark - Chicago O'Hare Intl and New York LaGuardia - 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 Qatar Airways (85%), Etihad Airways (85%) and China Airlines (84%).

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

    While on average a flight from New York to Illinois is generally $606, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $69. When looking at the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay $97 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 June 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$66Average$154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$68Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$84Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
FrontierCheapest$98Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$137Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$147Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$152Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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