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$51+ Cheap flights from New York State to Illinois

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — ORD
ene. 15 — ene. 221
jue. 1/15
jue. 1/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from New York to Illinois

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 diciembre 16, 2025.

This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
mié. 12/318:37 pmLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 30mSpirit Airlines
mar. 1/64:38 pmORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/15$84
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
mié. 12/318:37 pmLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 30mSpirit Airlines
lun. 1/54:38 pmORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/14$102
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mié. 12/316:55 amEWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 36mSpirit Airlines
lun. 1/59:34 amORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/15$111
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
jue. 12/256:55 amEWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 36mSpirit Airlines
lun. 1/59:34 amORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/15$116
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sáb. 12/276:55 amEWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 36mSpirit Airlines
sáb. 1/104:38 pmORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 08mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/13$120
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
dom. 12/286:55 amEWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 36mSpirit Airlines
jue. 1/84:38 pmORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 08mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/14$121
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
mié. 12/3111:00 amJFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 57mFrontier
lun. 1/56:40 amORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 24mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$122
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
mié. 12/316:55 amEWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 36mSpirit Airlines
jue. 1/88:43 pmORD - EWR
1 stop13h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/15$123
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mié. 12/316:55 amEWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 36mSpirit Airlines
sáb. 1/39:34 amORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/14$124
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
mar. 12/236:00 amLGA - ORD
1 stop13h 39mSpirit Airlines
dom. 1/115:53 pmORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/15$130
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mié. 12/316:55 amEWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 36mSpirit Airlines
dom. 1/49:34 amORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/15$134
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
jue. 12/258:37 pmLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 30mSpirit Airlines
mar. 1/64:38 pmORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/15$134

Find 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 diciembre 16, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$83
(Frontier)

One-way from

$51
(CheapOair)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$272

Good round-trip deal

$137 or less

Good one-way deal

$93 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($22 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 diciembre 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York State to Illinois that are best for you.

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NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

dom. 1/18

9:05 pm-10:42 pm

Nonstop2h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 1/20

10:48 am-11:27 pm

1 stop11h 39m

$107

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

mar. 1/20

1:00 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop11h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 1/22

8:43 pm-11:42 am

1 stop13h 59m

$119

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

mié. 5/13

9:05 pm-10:43 pm

Nonstop2h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 5/17

4:47 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop2h 08m

$120

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

lun. 3/2

6:00 am-6:52 pm

1 stop13h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 3/4

12:44 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop8h 54m

$124

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

jue. 2/19

9:55 am-7:45 pm

1 stop10h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 2/20

5:58 pm-8:59 pm

Nonstop2h 01m

$127

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

vie. 5/8

8:48 pm-9:12 am

1 stop13h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 5/11

9:04 am-12:04 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$137

New YorkChicago

JFK - ORD

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

sáb. 1/17

7:00 pm-8:53 pm

Nonstop2h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 1/22

7:01 am-10:30 am

Nonstop2h 29m

$139

New YorkChicago

LGA - MDW

LGAMDW

New York LaGuardia

jue. 1/15

6:00 am-7:40 am

Nonstop2h 40m

Chicago Midway

dom. 1/18

7:15 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$139

New YorkChicago

JFK - ORD

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

dom. 1/18

7:50 am-9:49 am

Nonstop2h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 1/20

1:57 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

$139

New YorkChicago

JFK - ORD

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

lun. 1/19

7:50 am-9:49 am

Nonstop2h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 1/21

6:25 pm-9:59 pm

Nonstop2h 34m

$139

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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 State to Illinois

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of New York to Illinois (average of $55). Flying from State of New York to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of $106). 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 NY 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 diciembre 16, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from State of New York to Illinois in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 37% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from State of New York to Illinois?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Illinois. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their State of New York to Illinois flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from State of New York 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 diciembre 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from New York State to Illinois. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,049 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,186 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

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.

  • How long is the flight from State of New York to Illinois?

    Departing from State of New York to Illinois will take you 2h 37m. The distance from State of New York to Illinois is about 716 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from State of New York to Illinois one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from State of New York to Illinois are Frontier ($29), Spirit Airlines ($32), and JetBlue ($67).

  • 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 State of New York to Illinois?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of New York to Illinois (average of $55). Flying from State of New York to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of $106). 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 diciembre 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$55Average$202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$67Average$186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$87Average$229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$101Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$118Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$147Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$153Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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