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$102+ 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 8/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — JFK
Aug 27 — Sep 31
Thu 8/27
Thu 9/3
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 July 28, 2026.

This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/159:40 am
ORD
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JFK
Nonstop2h 19m
JetBlue
Tue 8/183:40 pm
JFK
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ORD
Nonstop2h 55m
JetBlue
Deal found 7/23$198
This flygcity.se deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 flygcity.se is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/155:27 pm
ORD
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JFK
Nonstop2h 33m
JetBlue
Mon 8/178:00 pm
JFK
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ORD
Nonstop2h 58m
JetBlue
Deal found 7/23$199
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/256:30 pm
ORD
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JFK
Nonstop2h 36m
JetBlue
Sat 8/292:29 pm
JFK
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ORD
Nonstop2h 48m
JetBlue
Deal found 7/23$205
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/24:30 pm
ORD
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JFK
Nonstop2h 31m
American Airlines
Sat 9/52:59 pm
JFK
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ORD
Nonstop2h 59m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/26$206
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 9/26:00 am
ORD
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JFK
Nonstop2h 24m
Delta
Wed 9/22:59 pm
JFK
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ORD
Nonstop3h 02m
Delta
Deal found 7/27$207
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Sat 8/226:00 am
ORD
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JFK
Nonstop2h 17m
JetBlue
Sat 8/292:29 pm
JFK
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ORD
Nonstop2h 48m
JetBlue
Deal found 7/25$210
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/156:00 am
ORD
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JFK
Nonstop2h 24m
Delta
Sun 8/237:33 am
JFK
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 54m
Delta
Deal found 7/23$213
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/267:00 am
ORD
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JFK
Nonstop2h 27m
JetBlue
Sat 9/2612:59 pm
JFK
-
ORD
1 stop7h 02m
JetBlue
Deal found 7/23$214
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/226:00 am
ORD
-
JFK
Nonstop2h 17m
JetBlue
Wed 8/266:55 am
JFK
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 48m
JetBlue
Deal found 7/25$215
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/711:21 am
MLI
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JFK
1 stop7h 39m
American Airlines
Tue 10/1310:39 am
JFK
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MLI
1 stop6h 53m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/26$241
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/235:16 pm
MLI
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JFK
1 stop6h 43m
Delta
Tue 9/2910:55 am
JFK
-
MLI
1 stop6h 34m
Delta
Deal found 7/24$251
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/316:17 pm
STL
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JFK
1 stop16h 37m
Frontier
Thu 9/171:00 pm
JFK
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STL
1 stop21h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 7/23$251

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 July 28, 2026.

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Round-trip from

$198
(Super.com)

One-way from

$102
(Super.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$273

Good round-trip deal

$242 or less

Good one-way deal

$134 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 July 28, 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

Wed 9/9

1:29 pm-4:59 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 9/10

7:35 am-9:27 am

Nonstop2h 52m

$229

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/28

6:00 pm-9:37 pm

Nonstop2h 37m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 8/30

7:33 am-9:27 am

Nonstop2h 54m

$229

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/19

11:01 am-8:25 pm

1 stop8h 24m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 8/28

7:09 am-8:52 am

Nonstop2h 43m

$233

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/18

11:01 am-8:34 pm

1 stop8h 33m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 8/27

7:00 am-8:46 am

Nonstop2h 46m

$233

MolineNew York

MLI - JFK

MLIJFK

Moline Quad-City

Wed 9/23

5:16 pm-12:59 am

1 stop6h 43m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 9/29

10:55 am-4:29 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$241

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/17

6:00 am-9:17 am

Nonstop2h 17m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/24

1:20 pm-7:27 pm

1 stop7h 07m

$243

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/12

7:00 am-10:27 am

Nonstop2h 27m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 9/15

1:00 pm-7:01 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$243

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/6

8:20 pm-6:11 am

1 stop8h 51m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/9

1:00 pm-7:01 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$249

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/7

9:39 am-5:29 pm

1 stop6h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 10/16

1:20 pm-7:22 pm

1 stop7h 02m

$249

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/17

9:38 am-5:29 pm

1 stop6h 51m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/20

1:29 pm-7:01 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$249

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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 $135). Flying from Illinois to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $278). 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 July 28, 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 82% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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 July 28, 2026.

The most flights from USIL to JFK are scheduled on a Monday (65 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (48 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Illinois to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Illinois to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights typically cost between $182 and $348 in August.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $198 on JetBlue (Aug 15-Aug 18).

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Illinois to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 78 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.

Related info for your journey

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 30m. 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 $69 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 Kenya Airways (90%), Etihad Airways (90%) or Royal Air Maroc (90%) 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 $1,377, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $90. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl), you can expect to pay $207 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 $135). Flying from Illinois to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $278). 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 4 airlines flying from Illinois to John F Kennedy Intl

Discover the top 4 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 July 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$40Average$114FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$84Average$211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$93Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$157Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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