LaGuardia

$55+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to LaGuardia, NY (LGA)

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CHI — LGA
Apr 2 — Apr 91
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to LaGuardia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to LaGuardia (LGA). 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 March 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$91
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$55
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$254

Good round-trip deal

$168 or less

Good one-way deal

$89 or less
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From Chicago (CHI) to New York LaGuardia
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to New York LaGuardia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($12 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Chicago (CHI) to New York LaGuardia.
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to LaGuardia
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Sun 5/115:51 amORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 09mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/187:55 pmLGA - ORD
1 stop13h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/26$91
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/246:15 pmMDW - LGA
Nonstop2h 10mSouthwest
Tue 5/276:10 amLGA - MDW
Nonstop2h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 3/26$137
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/176:00 amORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 11mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/207:00 amLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$143
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Tue 5/66:17 amORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 06mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/612:55 pmLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$144
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Thu 5/86:00 amORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 10mDelta
Tue 5/136:05 amLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 37mDelta
Deal found 3/26$149
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/17:00 amORD - LGA
1 stop12h 10mSouthwest
Tue 5/67:40 amLGA - ORD
1 stop10h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 3/27$174
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/87:00 amORD - LGA
1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/127:55 pmLGA - ORD
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$186
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/244:41 pmMDW - LGA
1 stop5h 28mFrontier
Thu 5/16:30 amLGA - MDW
1 stop8h 04mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$198
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 5/28:40 amORD - LGA
1 stop12h 20mFrontier
Mon 5/56:30 amLGA - ORD
1 stop6h 33mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$228

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to LaGuardia that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport that are best for you.

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Chicago

Fly to

LaGuardia

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Price

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/11

5:51 am-9:00 am

Nonstop2h 09m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 5/18

7:55 pm-8:50 am

1 stop13h 55m

$91

ChicagoNew York

MDW - LGA

MDWLGA

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/24

6:15 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 5/27

6:10 am-7:30 am

Nonstop2h 20m

$137

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/17

6:00 am-9:11 am

Nonstop2h 11m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 4/20

7:00 am-8:41 am

Nonstop2h 41m

$143

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/6

12:11 pm-3:17 pm

Nonstop2h 06m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 5/6

6:00 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$146

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/8

6:00 am-9:10 am

Nonstop2h 10m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 5/13

6:05 am-7:42 am

Nonstop2h 37m

$149

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/1

7:00 am-8:10 pm

1 stop12h 10m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 5/6

7:40 am-4:45 pm

1 stop10h 05m

$174

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/8

7:00 am-10:00 pm

1 stop14h 00m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 5/12

7:55 pm-8:50 am

1 stop13h 55m

$186

ChicagoNew York

MDW - LGA

MDWLGA

Chicago Midway

Thu 4/24

4:41 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop5h 28m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 5/1

6:30 am-1:34 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$198

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/2

8:40 am-10:00 pm

1 stop12h 20m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 5/9

5:30 pm-11:11 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$228

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/26

5:55 am-9:00 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$55

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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 LaGuardia in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 LaGuardia 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 LaGuardia Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-New York LaGuardia Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-New York LaGuardia 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 LaGuardia Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport trip
Airlines
United Airlines

Basic Economy allows a personal item only; no carry-on bags without extra fees.


Economy Plus offers extra legroom seats at the front of the economy cabin.

Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seats offer 11 inches more legroom and larger tray tables.


Spirit's self-service bag drop saves time; print your boarding pass in advance.

Airports
ORD

For a quick snack before your flight, grab Garrett Popcorn near gate B8, a Chicago favorite.

Read more about ORDby Ramsey Qubein
LGA

For a smooth ride to Manhattan, take a taxi from LGA; it's often cheaper than rideshares and readily available.

Read more about LGAby Brandon Schultz
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Harriet Baskas

Expert on United Airlines

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on ORD

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An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Brandon Schultz

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Expert on LGA

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to LaGuardia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to LaGuardia from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to LaGuardia. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

Booking 61 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport (average of $199). Flying from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $268). 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 LGA?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to LaGuardia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 20% on flights from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to LaGuardia. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday 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 LaGuardia Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to LaGuardia. 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 28, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to LGA are scheduled on a Thursday (77 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).

Rainfall in LaGuardia by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York LaGuardia 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 LaGuardia Airport when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in LaGuardia by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York LaGuardia 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 LaGuardia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to LaGuardia. 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 LaGuardia. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Chicago to New York, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to LaGuardia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport round-trip?

    Spirit Airlines, at $91, was found to be the cheapest airline from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Southwest and American Airlines. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 59% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $55 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $69 and United Airlines from $75 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport consider choosing Air France (100%), Republic Airways (88%) or Delta (88%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    While on average a flight from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport is generally $428, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $49. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - New York LaGuardia), you can expect to pay $65 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to LaGuardia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to LaGuardia flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to LaGuardia?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to LaGuardia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to LaGuardia 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 LaGuardia Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport (average of $199). Flying from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $268). 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 Chicago to LaGuardia

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to LaGuardia. 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 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$58Average$120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$73Average$211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$109Average$219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$145Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$147Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$148Average$272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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