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Flight deals from Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $393. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

New York.$393 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Jan, returning Sat, 6 Feb.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 30 Jan, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $393, select.

New York.$393 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct, returning Sat, 31 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $393, select.

New York.$393 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Dec, returning Tue, 5 Jan.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 21 Dec, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $393, select.

New York.$393 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Nov, returning Wed, 2 Dec.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $393, select.

New York.$393 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Feb, returning Wed, 10 Feb.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $393, select.

New York.$393 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Dec, returning Wed, 3 Feb.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 17 Dec, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 3 Feb, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $393, select.

New York.$393 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Dec, returning Wed, 30 Dec.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 17 Dec, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 30 Dec, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $393, select.

New York.$393 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Jan, returning Wed, 13 Jan.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $393, select.

New York.$393 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct, returning Tue, 3 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $393, select.

New York.$393 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Nov, returning Mon, 16 Nov.Return flight with American Airlines.Outbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $393, select.

New York.$406 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Feb, returning Tue, 2 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 27 Feb, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $406, select.

New York.$406 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Apr, returning Sat, 24 Apr.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 20 Apr, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 24 Apr, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $406, select.

New York.$407 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Mar, returning Mon, 8 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 4 Mar, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 8 Mar, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $407, select.

New York.$416 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar, returning Thu, 1 Apr.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $416, select.

New York.$421 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Jun, returning Tue, 8 Jun.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 5 Jun, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 8 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $421, select.

New York.$435 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Jan, returning Thu, 4 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 4 Mar, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $435, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy flights are currently cheapest in October.

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Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy: Alternative routes

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Chicago to New York: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$393
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	2 hrs, 28 mins
Most popular airline	American Airlines
Average flights per week	479

Finding cheap flights from Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy?

The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy is $393. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy?

2 hours and 28 minutes is the average flight time from Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy.

Which airlines fly direct from Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy?

American Airlines, LATAM Airlines and Delta fly direct from Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy.

How many flights are there a week from Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy?

As of October 2026, there are 479 flights per week flying from Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy?

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy Airport on Monday, 26 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 28 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to New York John F. Kennedy?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to New York John F. Kennedy but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to New York?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to New York is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy with?

The cheapest airline that flies to New York John F. Kennedy is Delta .

Flying from Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): What you need to know

Your journey comes together at Chicago's main airport, Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Explore the options for reserving a flight from Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) departing from this terminal.
2 hours 25 minutes is the average duration of a direct Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport flight.
New York is one hour ahead of Chicago. New York John F. Kennedy International Airport is located in New York, which runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
There are 56 direct services a week between Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). This is the most popular route when departing from Chicago.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Chicago to JFK.
July is a busy travel month. If you're taking off then or during a major holiday like Christmas or Thanksgiving, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.

Airports in Chicago

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

You can find a direct flight from Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) out of Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
At ORD, there's a good selection of carriers operating direct flights from Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, including:
The airline most travellers choose when flying between ORD and JFK is Delta.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate on this route is Delta.
The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
70% of flights departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

MDW is around 16 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take 25 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to JFK flight:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance of 76%. This figure shows how often flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on time.
The address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.

Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

From the centre of Chicago, RFD is around 145 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to get there by car and 2 hours or so if you're on public transport.
Make catching an early Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these hotels close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your departure gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
The on-time performance record of RFD is 71%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.

About New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport flight.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.

Getting from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York

From New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, central New York is around 24 kilometres away. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It'll take around 50 minutes to get there using public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport is $177. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $393. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Book two months before your departure date. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Chicago to JFK.
July is when you're most likely to land a bargain on a Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a better deal is available on plane tickets from Chicago to JFK.
Lock in a cheap flight from Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). July is the busiest month to visit New York. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in December.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Chicago to JFK plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).

More about New York

Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring New York:
Central Park and Statue of Liberty are just two of the top attractions to put on your New York itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Explore more of the United States

Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of New York. Around 137 kilometres away to the southwest, check out popular attractions including Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Baltimore is another standout destination in the United States and is around 290 kilometres southwest of New York. No trip is complete without experiencing National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.