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$59+ 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 1/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — NYC
Dec 3 — Dec 101
Wed 12/3
Wed 12/10
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 November 3, 2025.

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Round-trip from

$86
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$59
(Trip.com)

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December

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January

Average price

$209

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$88 or less

Good one-way deal

$56 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 November 3, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2010:00 amORD - LGA
1 stop5h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/237:30 amLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$86
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Tue 11/186:40 amORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 23mFrontier
Thu 11/207:00 amJFK - ORD
1 stop11h 13mFrontier
Deal found 11/2$86
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/114:57 pmORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 03mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/158:59 amLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/3$87
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Fri 11/2811:48 amORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 20mFrontier
Wed 12/31:00 pmJFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 57mFrontier
Deal found 11/2$87
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/1810:52 amORD - LGA
1 stop11h 29mSpirit Airlines
Thu 11/2012:59 pmLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/3$88
This Flybillet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Flybillet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/61:24 pmORD - JFK
1 stop10h 35mFrontier
Mon 12/81:00 pmJFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 57mFrontier
Deal found 11/2$88
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Tue 11/1810:52 amORD - LGA
1 stop7h 08mSpirit Airlines
Wed 11/194:59 pmLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/2$89
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/136:40 amORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 23mFrontier
Mon 11/1710:00 amJFK - ORD
1 stop7h 56mFrontier
Deal found 11/3$89
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 12/210:59 amORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 05mSpirit Airlines
Fri 12/58:41 pmLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/2$90
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2010:59 amORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 05mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/2212:59 pmLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/3$91
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Sat 11/157:34 pmORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 08mSpirit Airlines
Fri 11/217:30 amLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/2$92
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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.
Tue 11/116:40 amORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 23mFrontier
Tue 11/186:20 amJFK - ORD
1 stop5h 54mFrontier
Deal found 11/1$92

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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 November 3, 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

Sat 12/6

10:30 am-1:45 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 12/8

8:50 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$136

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/8

8:55 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 12/8

8:15 pm-9:57 pm

Nonstop2h 42m

$137

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/27

8:20 am-11:35 am

Nonstop2h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 12/6

8:00 pm-9:52 pm

Nonstop2h 52m

$137

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/6

11:00 am-2:11 pm

Nonstop2h 11m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 12/6

6:15 pm-7:57 pm

Nonstop2h 42m

$137

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/9

11:51 am-2:59 pm

Nonstop2h 08m

Newark

Thu 12/11

7:00 am-8:47 am

Nonstop2h 47m

$137

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/3

6:00 am-9:07 am

Nonstop2h 07m

Newark

Mon 12/8

7:00 am-8:47 am

Nonstop2h 47m

$137

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/16

6:05 pm-9:28 pm

Nonstop2h 23m

Newark

Wed 12/17

8:00 am-9:48 am

Nonstop2h 48m

$137

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/12

5:20 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 1/20

8:40 pm-10:34 pm

Nonstop2h 54m

$138

ChicagoNew York

MDW - LGA

MDWLGA

Chicago Midway

Thu 1/29

5:55 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 2/2

9:45 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$139

ChicagoNew York

MDW - LGA

MDWLGA

Chicago Midway

Thu 1/8

7:15 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 1/12

6:00 am-7:40 am

Nonstop2h 40m

$139

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to New York

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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 $37). Flying from Illinois to New York in July is currently the most expensive (average of $104). 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 November 3, 2025.

When flying from Illinois to New York, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 42% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Illinois to New York?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Illinois to New York. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Illinois to New York flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings 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 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 November 3, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to NYC are scheduled on a Monday (178 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (61 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 $136, Delta can have you in New York from Illinois in 2h 15m. Airlines will cover a distance of 731 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    $61 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and United Airlines, with prices starting from $69 and $69, 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 Hawaiian Airlines (100%), Kenya Airways (94%) or Etihad Airways (94%) 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 $35. On average you can expect to pay $1,039. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl), can usually be booked for $68.

  • 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 $37). Flying from Illinois to New York in July is currently the most expensive (average of $104). 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 November 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$42Average$133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$42Average$164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$92Average$232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$103Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$146Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$147Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$157Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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