How long is the flight from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport?

There are many flights that can get you from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport in 2h. Fly via Spirit Airlines, Frontier, or Southwest to get the fastest option. The distance between Chicago and New York LaGuardia Airport is about 722 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport round-trip?

Frontier, at $46, was found to be the cheapest airline from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and Delta. Frontier is currently priced 81% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport one-way?

One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $69 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $69 and Southwest from $69 one-way.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport?

Booking 70 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport (average of $68). Flying from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $137). 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 day to fly from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday 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 LaGuardia Airport

The most flights from CHI to LGA are scheduled on a Monday (78 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York LaGuardia 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 LaGuardia Airport when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York LaGuardia 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).

What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport?

While on average a flight from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport is generally $476, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $55. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - New York LaGuardia), you can expect to pay $63 for that flight.

What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport?

No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport consider choosing LATAM Airlines (80%), Royal Jordanian (73%) or Air New Zealand (72%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport?

The most popular airlines flying from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport are United Airlines, American Airlines and Spirit Airlines. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to LGA?

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 12% on flights from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to LaGuardia that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to LaGuardia flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Chicago to LaGuardia?

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

Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to LaGuardia?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to LaGuardia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

$57+ Flights from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport, NY

Most accurate provider	eDreams 3 stars
Most trusted provider	eDreams 3 stars
Round-trip from	$85 (Kiwi.com)
One-way from	$57 (Cheapflightsfares)
Popular in	August
Cheapest in	January
Average price	$247
Good round-trip deal	$152 or less
Good one-way deal	$101 or less

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Expedia	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*1 star
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Cheapflightsfares	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*2 stars
Ovago	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*2 stars
JustAirTicket	Price Accuracy-	Trust Score*1 star

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Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Frontier	Cheapest$46	Average$192	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$60	Average$137	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
Delta	Cheapest$130	Average$245	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
American Airlines	Cheapest$147	Average$259	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$151	Average$282	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Southwest	Cheapest$157	Average$291	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
JetBlue	Cheapest$211	Average$252	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%

$57+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to LaGuardia, NY (LGA)

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 11/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to New York LaGuardia are usually found in January or February, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport?

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What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport?

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