John F Kennedy Intl

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

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CHI — JFK
jun. 17 — jun. 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to New York John F Kennedy Intl are usually found in January or September, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to John F Kennedy Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to John F Kennedy Intl (JFK). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$120
(JetBlue)

One-way from

$79
(JetBlue)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$288

Good round-trip deal

$317 or less

Good one-way deal

$156 or less
From Chicago (CHI) to New York John F Kennedy Intl
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to New York John F Kennedy Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($20 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Chicago (CHI) to New York John F Kennedy Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to New York John F Kennedy Intl.

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Cheapest flights from Chicago to John F Kennedy Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 6/11. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/64:05 pmORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 23mJetBlue
sáb. 11/151:15 pmJFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 53mJetBlue
Deal found 6/11$120
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.
mar. 7/14:59 pmORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 21mAmerican Airlines
mar. 7/157:30 amJFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$139
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/26:24 pmORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 43mDelta
mar. 8/127:35 pmJFK - ORD
Nonstop3h 18mDelta
Deal found 6/10$167
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/1311:39 amMDW - JFK
1 stop12h 03mFrontier
mié. 8/206:00 amJFK - MDW
1 stop9h 01mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$174
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/262:40 pmORD - JFK
1 stop8h 47mFrontier
sáb. 9/66:15 amJFK - ORD
1 stop6h 10mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$224
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.
mié. 7/21:09 pmMDW - JFK
1 stop4h 21mDelta
mar. 7/87:22 amJFK - MDW
1 stop6h 07mDelta
Deal found 6/12$291

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

Fly from

Chicago

Fly to

John F Kennedy Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 11/6

4:05 pm-7:28 pm

Nonstop2h 23m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

sáb. 11/15

1:15 pm-3:08 pm

Nonstop2h 53m

$120

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 7/1

4:59 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 7/15

7:30 am-9:13 am

Nonstop2h 43m

$139

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 8/2

6:24 pm-10:07 pm

Nonstop2h 43m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 8/12

7:35 pm-9:53 pm

Nonstop3h 18m

$167

ChicagoNew York

MDW - JFK

MDWJFK

Chicago Midway

mié. 8/13

11:39 am-12:42 am

1 stop12h 03m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mié. 8/20

6:00 am-2:01 pm

1 stop9h 01m

$174

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 9/13

5:45 pm-12:40 am

1 stop5h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

sáb. 9/20

6:15 am-11:25 am

1 stop6h 10m

$222

ChicagoNew York

MDW - JFK

MDWJFK

Chicago Midway

mié. 7/2

1:09 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop4h 21m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 7/8

7:22 am-12:29 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$291

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 8/20

6:00 am-9:12 am

Nonstop2h 12m

$79

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 10/22

12:54 pm-4:18 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

$88

ChicagoNew York

MDW - JFK

MDWJFK

Chicago Midway

mar. 8/19

8:00 am-7:39 am

1 stop22h 39m

$94

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 9/2

2:40 pm-12:27 am

1 stop8h 47m

$100

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to John F Kennedy Intl

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 90 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $236). Flying from Chicago to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 CHI to JFK?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to John F Kennedy Intl. 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.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 68% on flights from Chicago to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 CHI to JFK are scheduled on a Thursday (56 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (29 on average).

Rainfall in John F Kennedy Intl by month

Plan your trip to John F Kennedy Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport ranges from 2.8 - 4.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.5 in. February is typically the driest time to visit New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in John F Kennedy Intl by month

Plan your trip to John F Kennedy Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, 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 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing John F Kennedy Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 John F Kennedy Intl. Reviews last updated junio 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Chicago to New York, see what other customers have to say about Delta, JetBlue and American Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is JetBlue. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $120 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Delta, starting at $139 and $167 round-trip. These flights start at 47% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is JetBlue, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $79. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport for a low price.

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

    Consider Royal Air Maroc (91%), Etihad Airways (89%) or Qatar Airways (86%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is $88. On average you can expect to pay $2,048. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl), can usually be booked for $97.

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

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

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to John F Kennedy Intl.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to John F Kennedy Intl?

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $236). Flying from Chicago to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 Chicago to John F Kennedy Intl

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to John F Kennedy Intl. 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
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$62Average$138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$86Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
FrontierCheapest$100Average$170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$105Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$137Average$240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$203Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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