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What is the cheapest month to fly to New York?
The cheapest month to fly to New York from Chicago is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $154, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of January is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $158.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New York?
The cheapest day to depart from Chicago to New York is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $250. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to depart from Chicago because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $354.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to New York?
Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to New York is in the evening. Flights from Chicago to New York during this time can be as low as $253. Flights to New York are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of $359. Departure times at noon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.
What is the cheapest Chicago to New York flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to New York?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New York from Chicago when booking 10 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New York for around $225 when searching 10 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New York from Chicago for as low as $165 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Chicago to New York flights?
There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago to New York flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to New York?
Spirit Airlines, JetBlue, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to New York
What airlines fly to New York?
American Airlines, United Airlines and Spirit Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to New York from Chicago according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to New York. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to New York on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Chicago to New York on average per day?
157 flights are operational daily from Chicago to New York as of March 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 10:00AM, with 44% of flights per day taking off at noon.
How many flights depart from Chicago to New York on average per week?
As of March 2025, 1,102 flights take off from Chicago and land in New York each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.
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Is flying the fastest way to get from Chicago to New York?
We’ve found that taking a flight from Chicago to New York with Southwest is more time-efficient when based simply on travel duration. A train from Chicago to New York or a bus from Chicago to New York can take you longer than a 2h 00m flight.
Is flying the cheapest way to get from Chicago to New York?
Expect a flight to be one of the cheapest options available to you for travel. Currently, a flight has deals available from $56. While they may not be the most cost-effective options currently available a train from Chicago to New York or a bus from Chicago to New York can also be options worth looking into if other factors outside of cost are a higher priority.
How far is Chicago to New York by plane?
There are 710.8 mi between Chicago and New York. Flights usually cover this in 2h 00m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to New York?
Prices for flights from Chicago to New York are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to New York?
As of March 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Chicago to New York.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to New York?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to New York.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?
The required travel and health documents for your New York trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at New York. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Chicago to New York?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Chicago to New York is Boeing 737-800, representing 16.61% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 11.34%, Airbus A320neo at 10.79%, and Airbus A319 at 9.97%.
What is the most popular airline from Chicago to New York?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Chicago to New York is Spirit Airlines (38% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are United Airlines (23%), American Airlines (22%), and Delta (10%).
Best airlines flying from Chicago to New York
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| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $58 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 7,877 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $63 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 7,895 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $73 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.3 2,937 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $95 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.0 3,274 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $137 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $147 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,605 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $148 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 4,282 reviews |
Delta Flights From Chicago to New York
Delta operates around 63 flights from Chicago to New York every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been $312, but momondo users have found Delta deals from Chicago to New York from as low as $63 round-trip. Delta has been scored 8.0/10 in 7,895 reviews.
Southwest Flights From Chicago to New York
The best Southwest deal for Chicago to New York flight tickets found on momondo in the last 72 hours was $148, round-trip. It should be noted that an average Southwest flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at $273 round-trip. Southwest operates 38 flights out of Chicago into New York in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 4,282 Southwest reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 8.0/10.
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Can I find flights from Chicago to New York with flexible booking policies on momondo?
momondo does allow users to show only those flights to New York from Chicago which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.
How can momondo help me find flights from Chicago to New York?
Once all potential Chicago to New York flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.
I’m not ready to book a flight from Chicago to New York right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
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