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$72+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Newark (EWR)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — EWR
Jan 26 — Feb 21
Sun 1/26
Sun 2/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Chicago to Newark are usually found in September or October, booked 30 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday 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 Newark (EWR). 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 January 21, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$119
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$74
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$217

Good round-trip deal

$181 or less

Good one-way deal

$110 or less
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Newark
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Newark. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Sat 3/15:15 amORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 08mSpirit Airlines
Thu 3/69:54 pmEWR - ORD
1 stop12h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/21$119
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/198:12 amMDW - EWR
1 stop11h 58mFrontier
Mon 2/2410:10 pmEWR - MDW
1 stop10h 22mFrontier
Deal found 1/21$122
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Wed 2/198:33 amORD - EWR
1 stop11h 37mFrontier
Fri 2/2110:10 pmEWR - ORD
1 stop10h 08mFrontier
Deal found 1/20$122
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 3/611:55 amORD - EWR
1 stop8h 14mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/96:00 amEWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$124
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Tue 2/112:50 pmORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 08mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/187:05 amEWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$147
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 3/15:05 pmMDW - EWR
1 stop5h 04mDelta
Tue 3/49:37 amEWR - MDW
1 stop4h 28mDelta
Deal found 1/21$159
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/184:58 pmORD - EWR
1 stop5h 11mDelta
Sat 2/225:11 pmEWR - ORD
1 stop5h 47mDelta
Deal found 1/20$163
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/208:50 amORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 15mUnited Airlines
Thu 2/209:29 pmEWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$217
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Mon 8/187:07 pmMDW - EWR
1 stop12h 58mAllegiant Air
Fri 8/229:55 amEWR - MDW
1 stop6h 07mAllegiant Air
Deal found 1/21$343
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 6/128:09 pmMDW - EWR
3 stops37h 33mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/169:55 amEWR - MDW
1 stop5h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$563

Find flights from Chicago to Newark within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Newark 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 January 21, 2025.

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ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/21

5:15 am-8:23 am

Nonstop2h 08m

Newark

Tue 2/25

3:57 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop9h 01m

$117

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/19

8:33 am-9:10 pm

1 stop11h 37m

Newark

Fri 2/21

10:10 pm-7:18 am

1 stop10h 08m

$122

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/6

11:55 am-9:09 pm

1 stop8h 14m

Newark

Sun 3/9

6:00 am-7:44 am

Nonstop2h 44m

$124

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/11

8:40 am-11:56 am

Nonstop2h 16m

Newark

Thu 2/13

7:05 am-8:52 am

Nonstop2h 47m

$147

ChicagoNewark

MDW - EWR

MDWEWR

Chicago Midway

Wed 2/19

6:00 am-12:15 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Newark

Wed 2/26

9:37 am-1:05 pm

1 stop4h 28m

$159

ChicagoNewark

MDW - EWR

MDWEWR

Chicago Midway

Fri 3/7

6:38 pm-9:09 pm

1 stop25h 31m

Newark

Fri 3/14

10:20 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop24h 36m

$161

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/18

4:58 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop5h 11m

Newark

Wed 2/26

1:10 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$163

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/3

6:00 am-9:05 am

Nonstop2h 05m

Newark

Thu 3/6

7:30 am-9:17 am

Nonstop2h 47m

$214

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/6

12:25 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$72

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/11

10:40 am-1:54 pm

Nonstop2h 14m

$74

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Compare providers for flights from Chicago to Newark

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Newark in January.
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*1 star
FareScanPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice 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-Newark Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Newark Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Newark Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Newark 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-Newark Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Newark

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Newark from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Newark

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Newark Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Newark. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to Newark Airport, you should look to book at least 30 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 Newark Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Newark Airport (average of $228). Flying from Chicago to Newark Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $307). 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 EWR?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Newark. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

When flying from Chicago to Newark Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 16% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Newark Airport?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Newark Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday 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 Newark Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Newark. 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 January 21, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to EWR are scheduled on a Monday (54 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (27 on average).

Rainfall in Newark by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Newark Airport ranges from 2.9 - 4.8 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Newark Airport when rainfall is around 2.9 in.

Temperature in Newark by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Newark 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 32.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Newark

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Newark. 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 Newark. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Frontier, Delta and United Airlines from Chicago to New York have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,985 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Allegiant Air
7.4
Good
801 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Newark. 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 Newark Airport round-trip?

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Newark Airport, with prices starting at $119. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $122 and $147, respectively. Spirit Airlines is 53% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Newark Airport one-way?

    $74 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and Spirit Airlines, with prices starting from $75 and $75, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Newark Airport?

    Before booking your flight to Newark Airport from Chicago, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Republic Airways (90%), Japan Airlines (80%), Spirit Airlines( 80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Newark Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay $917 for a flight from Chicago to Newark Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $49 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Newark) is currently priced at $60.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Newark Airport (average of $228). Flying from Chicago to Newark Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $307). 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 Newark

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Newark. 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$70Average$171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$126Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$146Average$241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$147Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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