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$54+ Cheap flights from Illinois to New York State

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 9/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — JFK
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to New York

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to New York flight deals. Data was last updated July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$123
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$54
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$219

Good round-trip deal

$169 or less

Good one-way deal

$104 or less
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Tue 8/195:05 amORD - LGA
1 stop9h 53mSpirit Airlines
Sat 8/2310:59 amLGA - ORD
1 stop14h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$124
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 12/156:40 amORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 23mFrontier
Wed 12/1711:00 amJFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 45mFrontier
Deal found 7/29$127
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 9/36:00 amORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 10mDelta
Wed 9/32:40 pmLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 46mDelta
Deal found 7/28$137
This flygcity.se deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 9/68:34 amORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 26mJetBlue
Mon 9/810:31 amJFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 50mJetBlue
Deal found 7/28$141
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/36:00 amMDW - LGA
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Sat 9/67:30 amLGA - MDW
Nonstop2h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 7/30$142
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/36:20 pmORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 43mDelta
Wed 9/103:29 pmJFK - ORD
Nonstop3h 08mDelta
Deal found 7/30$142
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Sat 9/131:59 pmORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 18mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/1711:00 amJFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/28$146
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/276:00 amORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 04mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/39:29 amLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$147
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Sat 9/63:17 pmORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 13mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/87:22 pmEWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/28$158
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/198:12 pmORD - EWR
1 stop12h 14mSpirit Airlines
Fri 8/221:55 pmEWR - ORD
1 stop9h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/30$159
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Sun 11/165:56 pmMDW - EWR
Nonstop2h 04mFrontier
Wed 12/1710:30 amEWR - MDW
1 stop12h 02mFrontier
Deal found 7/28$160
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Tue 8/268:12 pmORD - EWR
1 stop12h 14mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/25:55 amEWR - ORD
1 stop8h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$161

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to New York 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 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to New York State that are best for you.

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Illinois

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New York

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Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/19

5:05 am-3:58 pm

1 stop9h 53m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 8/23

10:59 am-11:59 pm

1 stop14h 00m

$124

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/15

6:40 am-10:03 am

Nonstop2h 23m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 12/17

11:00 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$127

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/3

6:00 am-9:10 am

Nonstop2h 10m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 9/3

2:40 pm-4:26 pm

Nonstop2h 46m

$137

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/6

8:34 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/8

10:31 am-12:21 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$141

ChicagoNew York

MDW - LGA

MDWLGA

Chicago Midway

Wed 9/3

6:00 am-9:00 am

Nonstop2h 00m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 9/6

7:30 am-8:50 am

Nonstop2h 20m

$142

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/3

6:20 pm-10:03 pm

Nonstop2h 43m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/10

3:29 pm-5:37 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

$142

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/13

1:59 pm-5:17 pm

Nonstop2h 18m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/17

11:00 am-12:41 pm

Nonstop2h 41m

$146

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/27

6:00 am-9:04 am

Nonstop2h 04m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 9/3

9:29 am-11:07 am

Nonstop2h 38m

$147

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/6

3:17 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop2h 13m

Newark

Mon 9/8

7:22 pm-9:01 pm

Nonstop2h 39m

$158

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/19

8:12 pm-9:26 am

1 stop12h 14m

Newark

Fri 8/22

1:55 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop9h 27m

$159

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to New York

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to New York State

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to State of New York (average of $236). Flying from Illinois to State of New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $313). 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 NY?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 30, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to State of New York as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to State of New York

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to New York. 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 30, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to USNY are scheduled on a Wednesday (57 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (28 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 New York. Reviews last updated July 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Illinois to New York State have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Related info for your journey

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $54. Users have also found prices from $78 and $78 on American Airlines and JetBlue, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to New York that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Illinois to New York flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Illinois to New York?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Illinois to New York?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to New York 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 State of New York?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to State of New York (average of $236). Flying from Illinois to State of New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $313). 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 Illinois to New York

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to New York. 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 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$59Average$139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$73Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
FrontierCheapest$79Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$108Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$136Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$147Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$152Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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