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Chicago to New York: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$35
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time2 hrs, 24 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week454

Finding cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare International to New York John F. Kennedy: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago O'Hare International to New York John F. Kennedy is C$70. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 24 minutes is the average flight time from Chicago O'Hare International to New York John F. Kennedy.
American Airlines, Delta and LATAM Airlines fly direct from Chicago O'Hare International to New York John F. Kennedy.
As of November 2025, there are 454 flights per week flying from Chicago O'Hare International to New York John F. Kennedy.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare International to New York John F. Kennedy is usually December.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport on Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 24 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to New York John F. Kennedy but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to New York is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to New York John F. Kennedy.

Traveling from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know

  • A direct flight from O'Hare International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport takes an average of 2 hours 22 minutes. The timezone in New York is UTC-4, which is 1 hour ahead of Chicago.

  • Every week, there are 143 flights from O'Hare International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. If you want to get going early, pick the 06:33 JetBlue Airways flight. If you're keen to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight from ORD to JFK is 19:42 with Delta Air Lines.

  • Peak months like August or vacation periods such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is wise.

  • American Airlines is your gateway to exploring New York (and perhaps some other great corners of United States!). Look through the direct flights from O'Hare International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • To break up your flight from O'Hare International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that appeals to you. The top stopovers on the ORD - JFK route are:

    • Cleveland Hopkins International Airport

    • General Mitchell International Airport

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • C$35 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from O'Hare International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Return flights start from C$70. These fares can change based on availability.

  • Book 11 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from ORD to JFK.

  • July is the cheapest month for flight tickets from O'Hare International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Finding a cheap ticket from ORD to JFK is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from O'Hare International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Enter your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.

Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

Arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

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Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York

  • From John F. Kennedy International Airport, New York is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 48 minutes to get to the center driving.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 20 minutes.

When to fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • The quietest month for a flight from O'Hare International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit New York based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Lock in your flight from O'Hare International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport for July if you want to explore New York during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 30ºC.

  • Look for cheap flight tickets from ORD to JFK in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 8ºC on average.

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