What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Illinois?

Delta, JetBlue, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Illinois

How long is the flight from New York to Illinois?

The flight from New York to Illinois depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Newark (a popular airport in New York) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Illinois), then the flight time is 2h 36m on average. If you fly from New York (another popular airport in New York) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 2h 46m.

How many flights depart from New York to Illinois on average per week?

As of October 2026, 947 flights take off from New York and land in Illinois each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Sun, with 20% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How many flights depart from New York to Illinois on average per day?

As of October 2026, 135 flights take off from New York and land in Illinois each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 10:00, with 45% of daily flights taking off at midday.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Illinois?

Prices for flights from New York to Illinois are updated daily.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Illinois?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Illinois.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Illinois?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Illinois may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Illinois. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

₹ 12,840 Cheap Flights from New York to Illinois in 2026/27

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07:10 - 09:02LGA New York LaGuardia-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 52mdirect

11:35 - 14:59ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia

2h 24mdirect

₹ 24,348Delta

Mon, 7 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec

17:35 - 19:25LGA New York LaGuardia-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 50mdirect

11:30 - 14:38ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia

2h 08mdirect

₹ 24,443Delta

Thu, 19 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

08:30 - 10:05LGA New York LaGuardia-MDW Chicago Midway

2h 35mdirect

05:00 - 08:05MDW Chicago Midway-LGA New York LaGuardia

2h 05mdirect

₹ 24,633Southwest

Thu, 10 Dec - Thu, 17 Dec

07:15 - 09:06LGA New York LaGuardia-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 51mdirect

17:50 - 21:01ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia

2h 11mdirect

₹ 24,633Delta

Thu, 19 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

08:47 - 10:30LGA New York LaGuardia-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 43mdirect

17:50 - 21:01ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia

2h 11mdirect

₹ 24,728Delta

Thu, 19 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

07:00 - 17:05LGA New York LaGuardia-MDW Chicago Midway

11h 05m2 stops Denver Intl Birmingham

07:35 - 20:30MDW Chicago Midway-LGA New York LaGuardia

11h 55m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Lambert-St Louis

₹ 25,204Southwest

Tue, 10 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov

06:40 - 12:00JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

6h 20m1 stop Boston Logan Intl

13:00 - 19:59ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

5h 59m1 stop Boston Logan Intl

₹ 25,204JetBlue

Wed, 11 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov

06:40 - 12:00JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

6h 20m1 stop Boston Logan Intl

13:00 - 21:29ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

7h 29m1 stop Boston Logan Intl

₹ 25,299JetBlue

Wed, 11 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov

08:21 - 10:07LGA New York LaGuardia-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 46mdirect

18:30 - 21:50ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia

2h 20mdirect

₹ 25,299United Airlines

Wed, 16 Dec - Sun, 3 Jan

08:00 - 17:10LGA New York LaGuardia-MDW Chicago Midway

10h 10m1 stop Kansas City

09:25 - 12:30MDW Chicago Midway-LGA New York LaGuardia

2h 05mdirect

₹ 25,299Southwest

Mon, 16 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov

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11:35 - 18:45EWR Newark-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

8h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

09:51 - 00:03ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-EWR Newark

13h 12m1 stop Orlando

₹ 30,340Frontier

Fri, 30 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov

06:30 - 17:47LGA New York LaGuardia-MDW Chicago Midway

12h 17m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

12:20 - 20:59MDW Chicago Midway-LGA New York LaGuardia

7h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

₹ 30,340Frontier

Sun, 1 Nov - Sat, 7 Nov

22:14 - 09:17EWR Newark-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

12h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

10:19 - 21:53ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-EWR Newark

10h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

₹ 30,910Frontier

Thu, 29 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov

09:29 - 18:45LGA New York LaGuardia-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

10h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

10:29 - 20:59ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia

9h 30m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

₹ 32,242Frontier

Sun, 1 Nov - Sat, 7 Nov

10:00 - 11:46LGA New York LaGuardia-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 46mdirect

07:00 - 10:09ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia

2h 09mdirect

₹ 33,478United Airlines

Sun, 1 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov

10:20 - 12:10LGA New York LaGuardia-MDW Chicago Midway

2h 50mdirect

05:00 - 08:05MDW Chicago Midway-LGA New York LaGuardia

2h 05mdirect

₹ 33,478Southwest

Sun, 1 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov

06:00 - 17:03EWR Newark-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

12h 03m1 stop Orlando

09:51 - 00:03ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-EWR Newark

13h 12m1 stop Orlando

₹ 34,049Frontier

Tue, 27 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct

11:35 - 18:45EWR Newark-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

8h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

09:51 - 00:03ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-EWR Newark

13h 12m1 stop Orlando

₹ 34,144Frontier

Fri, 30 Oct - Tue, 10 Nov

06:30 - 17:47LGA New York LaGuardia-MDW Chicago Midway

12h 17m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

12:20 - 20:59MDW Chicago Midway-LGA New York LaGuardia

7h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

₹ 34,334Frontier

Thu, 29 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov

16:30 - 18:20LGA New York LaGuardia-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 50mdirect

07:00 - 10:15ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia

2h 15mdirect

₹ 34,429Delta

Sun, 1 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov

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07:10 - 09:02LGA New York LaGuardia-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 52mdirect

11:35 - 14:59ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia

2h 24mdirect

₹ 24,348Delta

Mon, 7 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec

17:35 - 19:25LGA New York LaGuardia-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 50mdirect

11:30 - 14:38ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia

2h 08mdirect

₹ 24,443Delta

Thu, 19 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

08:30 - 10:05LGA New York LaGuardia-MDW Chicago Midway

2h 35mdirect

05:00 - 08:05MDW Chicago Midway-LGA New York LaGuardia

2h 05mdirect

₹ 24,633Southwest

Thu, 10 Dec - Thu, 17 Dec

07:15 - 09:06LGA New York LaGuardia-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 51mdirect

17:50 - 21:01ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia

2h 11mdirect

₹ 24,633Delta

Thu, 19 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

08:47 - 10:30LGA New York LaGuardia-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 43mdirect

17:50 - 21:01ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia

2h 11mdirect

₹ 24,728Delta

Thu, 19 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

19:55 - 21:25LGA New York LaGuardia-MDW Chicago Midway

2h 30mdirect

05:00 - 08:05MDW Chicago Midway-LGA New York LaGuardia

2h 05mdirect

₹ 25,299Southwest

Sat, 21 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov

08:21 - 10:07LGA New York LaGuardia-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 46mdirect

18:30 - 21:50ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia

2h 20mdirect

₹ 25,299United Airlines

Wed, 16 Dec - Sun, 3 Jan

09:55 - 11:54JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 59mdirect

10:40 - 14:04ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

2h 24mdirect

₹ 25,299Delta

Mon, 21 Dec - Tue, 5 Jan

22:00 - 23:30LGA New York LaGuardia-MDW Chicago Midway

2h 30mdirect

05:00 - 08:05MDW Chicago Midway-LGA New York LaGuardia

2h 05mdirect

₹ 25,394Southwest

Sat, 21 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov

07:30 - 09:27JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 57mdirect

06:00 - 09:24ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

2h 24mdirect

₹ 25,394Delta

Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov

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Delta flights from New York to Illinois

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Delta

7 Dec

LGA07:10New York LaGuardia

2h 52m

ORD09:02Chicago O'Hare Intl

8 Dec

ORD11:35Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 24m

LGA14:59New York LaGuardia

₹ 24,348

Delta

19 Nov

LGA17:35New York LaGuardia

2h 50m

ORD19:25Chicago O'Hare Intl

23 Nov

ORD11:30Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 08m

LGA14:38New York LaGuardia

₹ 24,443

Delta

19 Nov

LGA07:15New York LaGuardia

2h 51m

ORD09:06Chicago O'Hare Intl

23 Nov

ORD17:50Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 11m

LGA21:01New York LaGuardia

₹ 24,633

United Airlines flights from New York to Illinois

Our best United Airlines deals on New York to Illinois flight tickets

United Airlines

16 Dec

LGA08:21New York LaGuardia

2h 46m

ORD10:07Chicago O'Hare Intl

3 Jan

ORD18:30Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 20m

LGA21:50New York LaGuardia

₹ 25,299

United Airlines

18 Dec

LGA21:30New York LaGuardia

2h 45m

ORD23:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

2 Jan

ORD18:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 15m

LGA21:15New York LaGuardia

₹ 25,394

United Airlines

25 Nov

LGA06:05New York LaGuardia

2h 46m

ORD07:51Chicago O'Hare Intl

27 Nov

ORD13:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 15m

LGA16:15New York LaGuardia

₹ 25,489

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LGA New York LaGuardia - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Mon 7/12

07:10-09:02

Nonstop2h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/12

11:35-14:59

Nonstop2h 24m

₹ 24,348

New YorkChicago

LGA New York LaGuardia - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Thu 19/11

17:35-19:25

Nonstop2h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 23/11

11:30-14:38

Nonstop2h 08m

₹ 24,443

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LGA New York LaGuardia - MDW Chicago Midway

LGAMDW

New York LaGuardia

Thu 10/12

08:30-10:05

Nonstop2h 35m

Chicago Midway

Thu 17/12

05:00-08:05

Nonstop2h 05m

₹ 24,633

New YorkChicago

LGA New York LaGuardia - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Thu 19/11

07:15-09:06

Nonstop2h 51m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 23/11

17:50-21:01

Nonstop2h 11m

₹ 24,633

New YorkChicago

LGA New York LaGuardia - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Thu 19/11

08:47-10:30

Nonstop2h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 23/11

17:50-21:01

Nonstop2h 11m

₹ 24,728

New YorkChicago

LGA New York LaGuardia - MDW Chicago Midway

LGAMDW

New York LaGuardia

Tue 10/11

07:00-17:05

2 stops11h 05m

Chicago Midway

Sat 14/11

07:35-20:30

2 stops11h 55m

₹ 25,204

New YorkChicago

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/11

06:40-12:00

1 stop6h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 17/11

13:00-19:59

1 stop5h 59m

₹ 25,204

New YorkChicago

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/11

06:40-12:00

1 stop6h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/11

13:00-21:29

1 stop7h 29m

₹ 25,299

New YorkChicago

LGA New York LaGuardia - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Wed 16/12

08:21-10:07

Nonstop2h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/1

18:30-21:50

Nonstop2h 20m

₹ 25,299

New YorkChicago

LGA New York LaGuardia - MDW Chicago Midway

LGAMDW

New York LaGuardia

Mon 16/11

08:00-17:10

1 stop10h 10m

Chicago Midway

Wed 18/11

09:25-12:30

Nonstop2h 05m

₹ 25,299

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from New York to Illinois

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Illinois?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Illinois. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around ₹ 18,451. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of January, then book flights to Illinois from New York during February instead. Flights to Illinois in February, while not as cheap as those in January, still average around ₹ 21,304.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Illinois?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Illinois from New York is on a Friday. momondo users have found tickets for Friday departures for as low as ₹ 19,193. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from New York to Illinois on a Tuesday will generally be more expensive and average around ₹ 35,455. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Illinois?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Illinois is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from New York to Illinois in the morning for as low as ₹ 28,077. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Illinois is at midday when prices are around ₹ 35,455.

What is the cheapest New York to Illinois flight route?

Fly from Newark to Chicago Midway for the best New York - Illinois flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to Illinois?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Illinois from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Illinois for around ₹ 24,317 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Illinois from New York for as low as ₹ 16,834 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on New York to Illinois flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to Illinois flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on New York to Illinois flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between New York to Illinois.

Cheap New York to Illinois flight deals and tips

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Best price found	₹ 12,840
Fastest flight time	2h 36m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Illinois	98 airports

The best one-way flight to Illinois from New York in the past 72 hours is ₹ 12,840. The best return flight deal from New York to Illinois found on momondo in the last 72 hours is ₹ 24,348.

The fastest flight from New York to Illinois takes 2h 36m

Direct flights go from New York to Illinois every day.

There are 98 airports in Illinois. From New York there are direct flights to Chicago Midway (MDW).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from New York to Illinois

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Illinois?
Prices for flights from New York to Illinois are updated daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Illinois?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Illinois.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Illinois?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Illinois may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Illinois. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from New York to Illinois?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from New York to Illinois is Boeing 737-800, representing 20.92% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 12.85%, Airbus A321 (sharklets) at 7.51%, and Airbus A321neo at 6.87%.

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Can I find flights from New York to Illinois with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for New York to Illinois flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights from New York to Illinois?

momondo helps you find the best flight between New York and Illinois by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select flights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

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