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$71+ 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 9/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — NYC
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
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 September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$108
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$71
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$187

Good round-trip deal

$88 or less

Good one-way deal

$58 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 September 16, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Mon 9/2911:13 amORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 05mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/303:13 pmLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$108
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/96:00 amORD - LGA
1 stop9h 29mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/153:29 pmLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$109
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/211:13 amORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/612:56 pmLGA - ORD
1 stop7h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$110
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 10/156:58 pmORD - LGA
1 stop13h 02mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/223:29 pmLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$111
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Mon 11/176:40 amORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 23mFrontier
Mon 11/244:07 pmJFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 52mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$111
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/1111:55 amORD - LGA
1 stop10h 30mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/1411:59 amLGA - ORD
1 stop12h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/13$113
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/206:40 amORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 23mFrontier
Fri 10/2411:00 amJFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 45mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$113
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Mon 9/296:30 amORD - LGA
1 stop12h 59mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/27:59 pmLGA - ORD
1 stop14h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$114
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Wed 10/156:40 amORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 23mFrontier
Wed 10/229:00 amJFK - ORD
1 stop5h 47mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$114
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/411:57 amORD - LGA
1 stop8h 08mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/63:29 pmLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$115
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sat 10/115:45 pmORD - JFK
1 stop5h 48mFrontier
Wed 10/1511:00 amJFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 45mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$115
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 10/305:50 pmORD - JFK
1 stop5h 43mFrontier
Sun 11/211:00 amJFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 45mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$116

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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 September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to New York that are best for you.

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ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/7

4:00 pm-7:17 pm

Nonstop2h 17m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 10/8

8:30 pm-10:07 pm

Nonstop2h 37m

$137

ChicagoNew York

MDW - LGA

MDWLGA

Chicago Midway

Wed 10/8

7:20 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 10/18

8:15 am-9:40 am

Nonstop2h 25m

$142

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/17

8:00 pm-11:24 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 10/21

9:18 am-10:55 am

Nonstop2h 37m

$142

ChicagoNew York

MDW - LGA

MDWLGA

Chicago Midway

Wed 11/5

7:15 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 11/10

7:15 am-8:45 am

Nonstop2h 30m

$142

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/19

6:00 am-9:07 am

Nonstop2h 07m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 11/24

11:15 am-12:57 pm

Nonstop2h 42m

$142

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/11

2:00 pm-5:17 pm

Nonstop2h 17m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 10/14

8:25 am-10:02 am

Nonstop2h 37m

$142

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/27

7:00 am-10:07 am

Nonstop2h 07m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 12/2

4:15 pm-5:57 pm

Nonstop2h 42m

$142

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/15

6:30 pm-9:54 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 10/20

8:25 am-10:02 am

Nonstop2h 37m

$142

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/7

7:05 pm-10:14 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 12/8

5:45 am-7:13 am

Nonstop2h 28m

$146

ChicagoNew York

MDW - JFK

MDWJFK

Chicago Midway

Wed 10/29

2:06 pm-12:33 am

1 stop9h 27m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/5

6:20 am-12:41 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$147

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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 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 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 September 16, 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 September 16, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to NYC are scheduled on a Monday (189 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (131 on average).

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.

  • How long is the flight from Illinois to New York?

    For as low as $142, United Airlines can have you in New York from Illinois in 2h 05m. Airlines will cover a distance of 722 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 one-way?

    $73 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 Southwest, with prices starting from $74 and $74, 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 Jordanian (100%), LATAM Airlines (88%) or Royal Air Maroc (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 $78. On average you can expect to pay $1,058. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl), can usually be booked for $81.

  • 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 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$46Average$202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$60Average$140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$73Average$233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$105Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$147Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$147Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$162Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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