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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago to New York:

• Earliest: departs at 05:00 and lands at 07:20
• Latest: departs at 23:55 and lands at 02:15.

The flight takes about 2h 20m.

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Chicago to New York.

A nonstop flight from Chicago to New York takes 2h 20m, covering 1,841 km.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Chicago to New York range from ₪473 to ₪937, with an average of ₪661 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₪473 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 41% above the route average of ₪661. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average ₪274 round-trip via Miami (MIA), compared to ₪662 for direct flights.

JetBlue is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Delta has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Chicago to New York flights are:

• JetBlue: 87% on time
• Delta: 79% on time
• Southwest: 77% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 76% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge ₪106–₪302 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Chicago to New York flights, with 45% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 30%, evening flights for 24%, and night flights for 1%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about ₪709 to ₪6,182. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Chicago to New York flights:

• American Airlines
• Delta
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Based on prices from the last 5 days, flying between Chicago and New York is around ₪709 round-trip, with a flight time of about 2h 20m. Taking the train is much cheaper at around ₪579, with a trip time of about 20h 12m. The bus is similarly priced at around ₪543 and takes about 17h 05m. Compared to flying, recent train and bus fares are roughly 21% lower. However, those options take about 16+ hours longer each way.

One-way fares from Chicago to New York are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₪416, which is 22% below the typical average for this route.

Since New York is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) – daily rates from around ₪63:

• Ace
• Budget
• Hertz
• Dollar
• Avis

Near New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) – daily rates from around ₪48:

• Ace
• Budget
• Hertz
• Dollar
• Avis

Near Newark Airport (EWR) – daily rates from around ₪85:

• Ace
• Budget
• Alamo
• Dollar
• Hertz

Flights from Chicago to New York may depart from several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD), with arrivals available at airports in New York area such as Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA).

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Chicago to New York route, 24% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 31 minutes.

One-stop flights from Chicago to New York most commonly connect through:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 50% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 30% of one-stop connections
• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 9% of one-stop connections
• Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 3% of one-stop connections

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 24% on the Chicago to New York route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at ₪637 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at ₪836, a difference of ₪199. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

5 airlines operate flights between Chicago and New York. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• United Airlines
• American Airlines
• Delta
• Southwest
• JetBlue

Flying via Pittsburgh (PIT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 59m, compared with 4h 35m via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and 4h 43m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

New York is 1 hour ahead of Chicago (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in New York are Times Square, New York City Center and Columbus Circle. These are among the most viewed places in New York on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Chicago to New York flights:

• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• JetBlue: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Southwest: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

A speedy way to get to from one airport to the other is using the Orange Line on the Chicago L Train system. The train runs to and from the Midway Transportation Center just east of the terminal building.

Chicago O'Hare International has four pet relief areas, three of which are outside and one that is located inside of the airport past the security checkpoint. The outdoor areas are located at Terminal 1, Terminal 2, and Terminal 5, while the indoor area is situated in Terminal 3.

The Chicago Transit Authority Blue Line Train is the easiest way to get to the airport. The train runs 24 hours a day, and they offer more frequent service during morning and evening rush hour.

Just launch the app and request a ride from your location to be on your way to Chicago O'Hare International in no time. The cost of the trip will depend on your starting location and traffic conditions.