John F Kennedy Intl

$50+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK)

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CHI — JFK
Feb 25 — Mar 41
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The best prices from Chicago to New York John F Kennedy Intl are usually found in January or September, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to John F Kennedy Intl (JFK). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$98
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$50
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$188

Good round-trip deal

$305 or less

Good one-way deal

$109 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago (CHI)-New York John F Kennedy Intl flight deals.
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From Chicago (CHI) to New York John F Kennedy Intl
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to New York John F Kennedy Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($14 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to John F Kennedy Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to John F Kennedy Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/135:48 pmORD - JFK
1 stop5h 47mFrontier
Tue 5/276:00 amJFK - ORD
1 stop6h 32mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$98
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Tue 4/14:40 pmMDW - JFK
1 stop7h 03mFrontier
Tue 4/89:00 amJFK - MDW
1 stop11h 45mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$100
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sat 5/31:12 pmORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 18mJetBlue
Sat 5/38:29 pmJFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 51mJetBlue
Deal found 2/20$141
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 4/1211:36 amORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 22mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/158:59 amJFK - ORD
Nonstop3h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$148
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Mon 3/32:00 pmORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 22mDelta
Thu 3/68:00 amJFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 55mDelta
Deal found 2/20$155
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Tue 3/252:55 pmMDW - JFK
1 stop7h 19mDelta
Wed 4/27:15 amJFK - MDW
1 stop11h 47mDelta
Deal found 2/20$223

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Chicago

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John F Kennedy Intl

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Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/13

5:48 pm-12:35 am

1 stop5h 47m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 5/27

6:00 am-11:32 am

1 stop6h 32m

$98

ChicagoNew York

MDW - JFK

MDWJFK

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/1

4:40 pm-12:43 am

1 stop7h 03m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/8

9:00 am-7:45 pm

1 stop11h 45m

$100

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/1

1:12 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop2h 18m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 5/1

8:29 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop2h 51m

$141

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/12

11:36 am-2:58 pm

Nonstop2h 22m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/15

8:59 am-11:05 am

Nonstop3h 06m

$148

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/27

10:05 am-1:29 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 3/5

8:00 am-9:55 am

Nonstop2h 55m

$155

ChicagoNew York

MDW - JFK

MDWJFK

Chicago Midway

Tue 3/25

2:55 pm-11:14 pm

1 stop7h 19m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/2

7:15 am-6:02 pm

1 stop11h 47m

$223

ChicagoNew York

MDW - JFK

MDWJFK

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/1

4:40 pm-12:43 am

1 stop7h 03m

$50

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/6

5:48 pm-12:35 am

1 stop5h 47m

$50

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/15

1:22 pm-4:43 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

$74

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/5

10:05 am-1:30 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$78

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to John F Kennedy Intl in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to John F Kennedy Intl

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Chicago to John F Kennedy Intl including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 53 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $236). Flying from Chicago to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 CHI to JFK?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to John F Kennedy Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 61% on flights from Chicago to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 February 20, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to JFK are scheduled on a Thursday (48 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

Rainfall in John F Kennedy Intl by month

Plan your trip to John F Kennedy Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport ranges from 2.8 - 4.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.5 in. February is typically the driest time to visit New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in John F Kennedy Intl by month

Plan your trip to John F Kennedy Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, 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 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing John F Kennedy Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 John F Kennedy Intl. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Chicago to New York, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Delta and JetBlue. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $98 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are JetBlue and Delta, starting at $141 and $155 round-trip. These flights start at 56% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $50. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and JetBlue, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport for a low price.

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

    Consider Qantas Airways (83%), Alaska Airlines (80%) or China Airlines (77%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is $73. On average you can expect to pay $1,281. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl), can usually be booked for $111.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to John F Kennedy Intl?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to John F Kennedy Intl.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to John F Kennedy Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to John F Kennedy Intl by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $236). Flying from Chicago to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 4 airlines flying from Chicago to John F Kennedy Intl

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$62Average$134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$84Average$209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$95Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$137Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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