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$48+ Cheap flights from Illinois to John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK)

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 3/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — JFK
feb. 25 — mar. 41
mié. 2/25
mié. 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to John F Kennedy Intl

Cheapest flights from Illinois to John F Kennedy Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to John F Kennedy Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 26, 2026.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
mié. 3/1112:05 pm
ORD
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JFK
Nonstop2h 24m
Frontier
mié. 3/184:29 pm
JFK
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ORD
Nonstop3h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 1/25$78
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
dom. 2/156:40 am
ORD
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JFK
Nonstop2h 24m
Frontier
dom. 2/2211:03 am
JFK
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 1/25$80
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
vie. 2/206:40 am
ORD
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JFK
Nonstop2h 24m
Frontier
jue. 2/264:29 pm
JFK
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 1/25$81
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
jue. 3/1212:05 pm
ORD
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JFK
Nonstop2h 24m
Frontier
jue. 3/194:29 pm
JFK
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 1/23$82
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 2/111:55 am
ORD
-
JFK
Nonstop2h 24m
Frontier
dom. 2/84:04 pm
JFK
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$84
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
jue. 2/2612:05 pm
ORD
-
JFK
Nonstop2h 24m
Frontier
lun. 3/211:03 am
JFK
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 1/23$85
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
vie. 4/246:31 am
ORD
-
JFK
Nonstop2h 29m
Frontier
lun. 4/2711:04 am
JFK
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 1/24$86
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
lun. 2/236:40 am
ORD
-
JFK
Nonstop2h 24m
Frontier
vie. 2/2711:03 am
JFK
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$87
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
jue. 3/1912:05 pm
ORD
-
JFK
Nonstop2h 24m
Frontier
mar. 3/244:29 pm
JFK
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 1/25$88
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
dom. 2/156:40 am
ORD
-
JFK
Nonstop2h 24m
Frontier
vie. 2/2711:03 am
JFK
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 1/25$89
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
jue. 2/1912:22 pm
MDW
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JFK
1 stop11h 41m
Frontier
mié. 2/251:00 pm
JFK
-
MDW
1 stop7h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 1/25$138
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
lun. 2/232:19 pm
MDW
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JFK
1 stop9h 44m
Frontier
mié. 2/251:00 pm
JFK
-
MDW
1 stop7h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 1/24$144

Find flight deals from Illinois to John F Kennedy Intl

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to John F Kennedy Intl flight deals. Data was last updated enero 26, 2026.

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Round-trip from

$78
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One-way from

$48
(Priceline)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$158

Good round-trip deal

$125 or less

Good one-way deal

$87 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to John F Kennedy Intl 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 enero 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport that are best for you.

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ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 2/17

6:04 am-9:20 am

Nonstop2h 16m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

sáb. 2/21

9:25 pm-11:26 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

$117

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 3/5

12:41 pm-4:02 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

lun. 3/9

8:59 pm-11:00 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

$119

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 3/18

10:40 am-1:59 pm

Nonstop2h 19m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

lun. 3/23

8:05 am-10:00 am

Nonstop2h 55m

$137

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 2/27

7:00 am-10:27 am

Nonstop2h 27m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

dom. 3/1

8:10 am-9:56 am

Nonstop2h 46m

$137

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 2/26

7:00 am-10:27 am

Nonstop2h 27m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

dom. 3/1

8:10 am-9:56 am

Nonstop2h 46m

$137

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 2/7

2:30 pm-6:04 pm

Nonstop2h 34m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

dom. 2/8

11:20 am-1:14 pm

Nonstop2h 54m

$137

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 2/26

7:00 am-10:27 am

Nonstop2h 27m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

jue. 2/26

3:52 pm-5:43 pm

Nonstop2h 51m

$137

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 2/24

10:36 am-1:59 pm

Nonstop2h 23m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mié. 3/4

8:10 am-9:56 am

Nonstop2h 46m

$137

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 2/9

7:40 am-2:58 pm

1 stop6h 18m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

vie. 2/13

9:25 pm-11:26 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

$150

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 2/24

6:04 am-9:20 am

Nonstop2h 16m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

vie. 3/13

8:59 pm-10:56 pm

Nonstop2h 57m

$156

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $37). Flying from Illinois to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $121). 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 IL to JFK?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 enero 26, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Illinois to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 73% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Illinois to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on January 24, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Illinois to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Monday 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 Illinois to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois 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 enero 26, 2026.

The most flights from USIL to JFK are scheduled on a Friday (51 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (28 on average).

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Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 Illinois to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Departing from Illinois to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport will take you 2h 16m. Illinois and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are separated by a distance of 738 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $29 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include JetBlue from $68 and Delta from $73 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    The most popular flight routes from Illinois to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are Chicago O'Hare Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl, Chicago Midway - New York John F Kennedy Intl and Lambert-St Louis - New York John F Kennedy Intl.

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

    Consider Qantas Airways (100%), Kenya Airways (83%) or Republic Airways (82%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Illinois to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.

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

    While on average a flight from Illinois to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is generally $764, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $36. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl), you can expect to pay $71 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Illinois to John F Kennedy Intl?

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $37). Flying from Illinois to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $121). 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 5 airlines flying from Illinois to John F Kennedy Intl

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 enero 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$37Average$115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$40Average$105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$83Average$199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$86Average$226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$157Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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