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$68+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) to Illinois

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JFK — ORD
Mar 30 — Apr 61
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Cheap flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Illinois

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$135
(JetBlue)

One-way from

$68
(JetBlue)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$256

Good round-trip deal

$185 or less

Good one-way deal

$99 or less
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From New York John F Kennedy Intl to Illinois
One-way flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Illinois
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($7 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Illinois
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This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/61:20 pmJFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 44mJetBlue
Tue 5/134:03 pmORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 26mJetBlue
Deal found 3/24$135
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/193:48 pmJFK - ORD
Nonstop3h 07mDelta
Sat 4/267:10 amORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 19mDelta
Deal found 3/24$143
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/208:59 amJFK - ORD
Nonstop3h 06mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/265:10 pmORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$144
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Thu 4/248:09 amJFK - STL
1 stop5h 44mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/289:18 amSTL - JFK
1 stop4h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$197
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/198:00 amJFK - MLI
1 stop7h 51mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/264:26 pmMLI - JFK
1 stop4h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$198
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/301:30 pmJFK - STL
1 stop5h 31mDelta
Tue 6/31:09 pmSTL - JFK
1 stop7h 51mDelta
Deal found 3/23$207
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Tue 5/69:00 amJFK - ORD
1 stop8h 41mFrontier
Tue 5/205:48 pmORD - JFK
1 stop12h 41mFrontier
Deal found 3/24$240
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Wed 5/76:00 amJFK - MDW
1 stop6h 26mFrontier
Wed 5/72:12 pmMDW - JFK
1 stop9h 23mFrontier
Deal found 3/24$240
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/77:15 amJFK - MDW
1 stop6h 13mDelta
Tue 6/101:09 pmMDW - JFK
1 stop9h 31mDelta
Deal found 3/24$254
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Thu 5/811:29 amJFK - ORD
1 stop8h 40mSun Country Air
Mon 5/128:05 pmORD - JFK
1 stop12h 55mSun Country Air
Deal found 3/24$255
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 4/46:59 amJFK - STL
1 stop11h 44mFrontier
Sat 4/54:57 pmSTL - JFK
1 stop6h 46mFrontier
Deal found 3/24$258
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Tue 8/263:00 pmJFK - BMI
1 stop8h 23mDelta
Tue 9/23:50 pmBMI - JFK
1 stop8h 17mDelta
Deal found 3/24$289

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New YorkChicago

JFK - ORD

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 5/6

1:20 pm-3:04 pm

Nonstop2h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/13

4:03 pm-7:29 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

$135

New YorkChicago

JFK - ORD

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 4/19

3:48 pm-5:55 pm

Nonstop3h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/26

7:10 am-10:29 am

Nonstop2h 19m

$143

New YorkChicago

JFK - ORD

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 4/20

8:59 am-11:05 am

Nonstop3h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/26

5:10 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$144

New YorkSt. Louis

JFK - STL

JFKSTL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 4/24

8:09 am-12:53 pm

1 stop5h 44m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 4/28

9:18 am-2:58 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$197

New YorkMoline

JFK - MLI

JFKMLI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 4/19

8:00 am-2:51 pm

1 stop7h 51m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 4/26

4:26 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop4h 37m

$198

New YorkSt. Louis

JFK - STL

JFKSTL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 5/30

1:30 pm-6:01 pm

1 stop5h 31m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 6/3

1:09 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$207

New YorkChicago

JFK - ORD

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 5/6

6:00 am-4:41 pm

1 stop11h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/20

5:48 pm-12:35 am

1 stop5h 47m

$240

New YorkChicago

JFK - MDW

JFKMDW

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/7

6:00 am-11:26 am

1 stop6h 26m

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/7

2:12 pm-12:35 am

1 stop9h 23m

$240

New YorkChicago

JFK - MDW

JFKMDW

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 6/7

7:15 am-12:28 pm

1 stop6h 13m

Chicago Midway

Tue 6/10

1:09 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop9h 31m

$254

New YorkChicago

JFK - ORD

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 5/8

11:29 am-7:09 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/12

8:05 pm-10:00 am

1 stop12h 55m

$255

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $323). 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 JFK to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 25, 2025.

When flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl to Illinois. 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 March 25, 2025.

The most flights from JFK to USIL are scheduled on a Sunday (45 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (26 on average).

Rainfall in Illinois by month

Plan your trip to Illinois by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Illinois ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Illinois when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Illinois by month

Plan your trip to Illinois by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Illinois, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Illinois. Reviews last updated March 25, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from New York to Illinois by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for JetBlue. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $68. Users have also found prices from $69 and $99 on Delta and American Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois are Air Europa (95%), GOL (87%) and Kenya Airways (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois?

    The cheapest flight price from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois is $68. On average you can expect to pay $418. The most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $135.

  • Can I find deals for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Illinois that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on John F Kennedy Intl to Illinois flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $323). 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 6 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to Illinois

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Illinois. 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 March 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$84Average$241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$88Average$144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$98Average$164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$117Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$119Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$137Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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