Nonstop flights from Chicago to New York take about 2h 30m, with 4 airlines flying the route.
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Chicago and New York are about 711 miles apart. New York is 1 hour ahead of Chicago. The scheduled nonstop takes around 2 hours 30 minutes.
There are many flights a day from O'Hare to all three New York airports.
| Airline | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| American Airlines | ORD O'Hare International Airport | JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport |
| Delta Air Lines | ORD O'Hare International Airport | JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport |
| JetBlue | ORD O'Hare International Airport | JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport |
| American Airlines | ORD O'Hare International Airport | LGA LaGuardia Airport |
| Delta Air Lines | ORD O'Hare International Airport | LGA LaGuardia Airport |
| United Airlines | ORD O'Hare International Airport | LGA LaGuardia Airport |
| United Airlines | ORD O'Hare International Airport | EWR Newark Liberty International Airport |
Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.
16 miles (26 km) from the city centre. 62.6 million passengers in 2025
| How | Route | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Train | Subway (A via Howard Beach, or E/J/Z via Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av) or LIRR to Jamaica, then AirTrain JFK | $11.75 by subway including $8.75 AirTrain; LIRR $14-16 plus $8.75 AirTrain |
9 miles (14 km) from the city centre. 47 million passengers in 2025
| How | Route | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | NJ Transit train from New York Penn Station plus AirTrain Newark | about 1h | $16.80 |
| Bus | PATH plus NJ Transit bus 62 (runs when trains do not) | – | $4.90 |
32.6 million passengers in 2025
| How | Route | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Bus | M60 Select Bus Service from Upper Manhattan (125th St area) to all terminals | $3 |
| Bus | Subway to Jackson Heights-Roosevelt Av, then free Q70 LaGuardia Link bus | $3 |
Domestic travel within the United States: no passport or visa is needed, but adults must show a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID at airport security.
Since May 7, 2025, every air traveler 18 or older needs a REAL ID-compliant driver's license, an enhanced driver's license, a valid passport, or another TSA-accepted ID to fly within the US. Travelers without acceptable ID are denied passage through the checkpoint. REAL ID cards show a star at the top.
Spring (Apr-Jun) and early autumn (Sep-Oct) bring average highs of roughly 62-80F. Visitor numbers are fairly even through the year, with slight peaks around Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
Busiest: Nov-Dec (holiday season).
| Month | Avg high | Avg low |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 39.5°F (4°C) | 27.9°F (-2°C) |
| Feb | 42.2°F (6°C) | 29.5°F (-1°C) |
| Mar | 49.9°F (10°C) | 35.8°F (2°C) |
| Apr | 61.8°F (17°C) | 45.5°F (8°C) |
| May | 71.4°F (22°C) | 55°F (13°C) |
| Jun | 79.7°F (27°C) | 64.4°F (18°C) |
| Jul | 84.9°F (29°C) | 70.1°F (21°C) |
| Aug | 83.3°F (29°C) | 68.9°F (21°C) |
| Sep | 76.2°F (25°C) | 62.3°F (17°C) |
| Oct | 64.5°F (18°C) | 51.4°F (11°C) |
| Nov | 54°F (12°C) | 42°F (6°C) |
| Dec | 44.3°F (7°C) | 33.8°F (1°C) |
A nonstop flight from Chicago to New York is typically scheduled for about 2 hours 30 minutes. Flights with a connection take longer, depending on the layover.
As of October 2026, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, JetBlue and United Airlines fly nonstop between Chicago and New York.
Nonstop flights leave from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and arrive at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
New York is about 711 miles (1,144 km) from Chicago, measured between the city centres.
New York is 1 hour ahead of Chicago.
Domestic travel within the United States: no passport or visa is needed, but adults must show a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID at airport security. This applies to US citizens; other nationalities should check their own requirements.
One option is subway (A via Howard Beach, or E/J/Z via Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av) or LIRR to Jamaica, then AirTrain JFK and costs $11.75 by subway including $8.75 AirTrain; LIRR $14-16 plus $8.75 AirTrain.
Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.