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$54+ Cheap flights from Illinois to New York, NY (NYC)

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 7/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — NYC
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
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 junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$117
(Southwest)

One-way from

$54
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$233

Good round-trip deal

$177 or less

Good one-way deal

$116 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 junio 12, 2025.

This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/82:20 pmMDW - LGA
Nonstop2h 05mSouthwest
mar. 7/159:35 pmLGA - MDW
Nonstop2h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$117
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 7/128:00 pmORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 22mUnited Airlines
mar. 7/152:20 pmLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$118
This iWofly 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 iWofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/29:28 pmORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 18mSpirit Airlines
mar. 7/85:00 amEWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$120
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 FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/188:12 pmORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 19mSpirit Airlines
dom. 9/215:35 pmLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$121
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/157:10 amORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 18mUnited Airlines
mar. 7/226:00 amEWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$137
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 American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/15:10 pmORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 04mAmerican Airlines
jue. 7/105:45 amLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$141
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/84:00 pmORD - LGA
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
mar. 7/156:00 amLGA - ORD
1 stop7h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$157
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/29:24 amMDW - EWR
1 stop5h 35mDelta
mar. 7/86:00 amEWR - MDW
1 stop3h 44mDelta
Deal found 6/11$157
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/95:35 amORD - EWR
1 stop5h 36mDelta
sáb. 7/126:00 amEWR - ORD
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Deal found 6/11$157
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.
mar. 7/18:05 pmORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 27mDelta
vie. 7/48:30 pmLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 51mDelta
Deal found 6/10$158

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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 junio 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to New York that are best for you.

Fly from

Illinois

Fly to

New York

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoNew York

MDW - LGA

MDWLGA

Chicago Midway

mar. 7/8

2:20 pm-5:25 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

New York LaGuardia

mar. 7/15

9:35 pm-10:55 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$117

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 7/12

8:00 pm-11:22 pm

Nonstop2h 22m

New York LaGuardia

mar. 7/15

2:20 pm-3:57 pm

Nonstop2h 37m

$118

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 7/2

9:28 pm-12:46 am

Nonstop2h 18m

Newark

mar. 7/8

5:00 am-6:37 am

Nonstop2h 37m

$120

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 - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 9/3

8:12 pm-11:31 pm

Nonstop2h 19m

New York LaGuardia

dom. 9/7

5:35 pm-7:17 pm

Nonstop2h 42m

$121

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 7/15

11:46 am-3:12 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

Newark

mié. 7/23

6:00 am-7:38 am

Nonstop2h 38m

$137

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 - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 7/1

5:10 pm-8:14 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

New York LaGuardia

jue. 7/10

5:45 am-7:23 am

Nonstop2h 38m

$141

ChicagoNewark

MDW - EWR

MDWEWR

Chicago Midway

mié. 7/2

9:24 am-3:59 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Newark

mar. 7/8

6:00 am-8:44 am

1 stop3h 44m

$157

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 7/8

4:00 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop6h 20m

New York LaGuardia

mar. 7/15

6:00 am-12:45 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$157

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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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to New York (average of $236). Flying from Illinois to New York 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 IL to NYC?

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 junio 12, 2025.

When flying from Illinois to New York, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to 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 junio 12, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to NYC are scheduled on a Thursday (184 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (70 on average).

Rainfall in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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

Temperature in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York, 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 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 junio 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Illinois to New York to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,925 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois to New York. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    $54 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $69 and $73, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to New York?

    While some choose either Chicago O'Hare Intl - New York LaGuardia or Chicago O'Hare Intl - Newark, Chicago O'Hare Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl is the most popular route from Illinois to New York.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Illinois to New York?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Illinois to New York consider choosing Royal Air Maroc (91%), Etihad Airways (89%) or Qatar Airways (86%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to New York?

    The cheapest flight price from Illinois to New York 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 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?

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

  • 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 New York?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to New York (average of $236). Flying from Illinois to New York 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 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$61Average$131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$73Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
FrontierCheapest$100Average$170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$105Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$137Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$147Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$150Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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