CHI - LGA

£53 Find Cheap Flights from Chicago to New York

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Chicago to LaGuardia departing on 28/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap Flight Deals from Chicago to New York (CHI-LGA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Chicago to New York that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from Chicago to LaGuardia

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Chicago to LaGuardia.
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05:55 - 09:00ORD-LGA
2h 05mdirect
18:30 - 20:07LGA-ORD
2h 37mdirect
£55Spirit Airlines
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Tue, 6 May - Wed, 14 May
05:55 - 09:00ORD-LGA
2h 05mdirect
19:59 - 08:50LGA-ORD
13h 51m1 stop
£70Spirit Airlines
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Tue, 6 May - Wed, 14 May
07:00 - 10:12ORD-LGA
2h 12mdirect
20:55 - 22:41LGA-ORD
2h 46mdirect
£106Delta
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Wed, 28 May - Wed, 28 May
07:00 - 10:11ORD-LGA
2h 11mdirect
06:25 - 08:00LGA-ORD
2h 35mdirect
£115United Airlines
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Thu, 8 May - Sun, 11 May
06:00 - 09:10ORD-LGA
2h 10mdirect
20:55 - 22:41LGA-ORD
2h 46mdirect
£116Delta
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Thu, 8 May - Mon, 12 May
07:00 - 16:00ORD-LGA
8h 00m1 stop
07:40 - 16:45LGA-ORD
10h 05m1 stop
£130Southwest
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Mon, 5 May - Wed, 7 May
06:00 - 09:11ORD-LGA
2h 11mdirect
06:25 - 08:00LGA-ORD
2h 35mdirect
£134United Airlines
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Sun, 27 Apr - Sun, 4 May
07:47 - 19:04ORD-LGA
10h 17m1 stop
22:55 - 23:52LGA-ORD
25h 57m1 stop
Thu, 15 May - Thu, 22 May
05:51 - 09:00ORD-LGA
2h 09mdirect
22:55 - 23:52LGA-ORD
25h 57m1 stop
Thu, 15 May - Thu, 22 May
13:30 - 21:50ORD-LGA
7h 20m1 stop
14:00 - 21:30LGA-ORD
8h 30m1 stop
£184Southwest
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Wed, 23 Apr - Fri, 25 Apr

Expert advice for your flight from Chicago to LaGuardia 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarisation of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are specific to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.

KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
American Airlines

Main Cabin Extra offers early boarding and complimentary alcoholic drinks.


Basic Economy has late boarding and no free checked bags.

Delta

Delta's Comfort Plus offers up to 3 inches more legroom than Main Cabin.


Free Wi-Fi for SkyMiles members on most domestic flights.

Read more about Deltaby Stefanie Waldek
United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers up to 6 inches more legroom than standard economy seats.


Purchase Priority Boarding to secure overhead bin space, placing you in Zone 2.

Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seat offers 20-inch width and 11 inches more legroom.


Spirit's Go Big fare includes priority check-in and Big Front Seat.

Airports
ORD

O'Hare's security lines can exceed 30 minutes during peak times. Arrive early to avoid delays.

Read more about ORDby Stefanie Waldek
LGA

For a quick ride to Manhattan, consider the M60 or Q70 buses with luggage racks for convenience.

Read more about LGAby Laura Ratliff
Our travel experts
Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, The Points Guy, and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta, United Airlines and ORD

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or out at sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Joe Cortez

Joe Cortez

Expert on Spirit Airlines

Joe Cortez

Joe Cortez

Joe Cortez is a seasoned managing editor in aviation with over a decade of industry experience. His work has been featured on prominent platforms such as FlyerTalk and TripSavvy, establishing him as a respected voice in aviation journalism.

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Laura Ratliff

Laura Ratliff

Expert on LGA

Laura Ratliff

Laura Ratliff

Laura Ratliff is a New York-based writer and editor. She lives in downtown Brooklyn with her husband and their beloved dogs. Originally from Texas, she now considers New York City her home. She typically spends more than 200,000 miles on a plane each year and stays in plenty of hotels.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to LaGuardia flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chicago to LaGuardia to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport.
Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport cost £77 and was between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) and New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA). On average, the best prices are found if you fly from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA). The average price for a return flight for this route is £77.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to New York?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
When flying from Chicago to New York, you should consider leaving on a Friday and avoid Thursdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Chicago, you’ll find the best rates on Tuesdays and the most expensive ones on Thursdays.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport is September, where tickets cost £135 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £202 and £200 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 4 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Chicago to New York

Low season

February

High season

May
Best time to beat the crowds (8% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.

When to book flights from Chicago to LaGuardia

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to LaGuardia based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

Flights from Chicago to LaGuardia: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Chicago to LaGuardia 
VictorFlew with Spirit AirlinesORD-LGAFeb 2025
Spirit landing at LGA makes life so easy to get to the city!
FreddyFlew with SouthwestMDW-LGAJul 2024
On a stormy day, be prepare for delays.
AlexanderFlew with Spirit AirlinesORD-LGAMay 2024
Know your connection options — specially when LaGuardia Airport (LGA) only has buses going to/from the airport to the rest of the city. Luckily, the one to the subway station (Q70) is free-of-charge to ride on!

FAQs for booking Chicago to New York flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport was £69 for a one-way ticket and £71 for a return.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Chicago to New York?

    American Airlines, Delta, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Chicago to New York flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to New York?

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago to New York flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to New York?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Chicago and New York, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Chicago to New York?

    There are direct flights from Chicago to New York on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to New York?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to New York.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to New York?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New York from Chicago is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to New York?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to New York with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to New York?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to New York from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight from New York to Chicago? 25% of our users found flights on this route for New York or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Chicago to New York?

Find which airlines fly direct from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Chicago to New York LaGuardia

Monday

American Airlines, Delta, Southwest, +2 more

American Airlines, Delta, +3 more

Tuesday

American Airlines, Delta, Southwest, +2 more

American Airlines, Delta, +3 more

Wednesday

American Airlines, Delta, Southwest, +2 more

American Airlines, Delta, +3 more

Thursday

American Airlines, Delta, Southwest, +2 more

American Airlines, Delta, +3 more

Friday

American Airlines, Delta, Southwest, +2 more

American Airlines, Delta, +3 more

Saturday

American Airlines, Delta, Southwest, +2 more

American Airlines, Delta, +3 more

Sunday

American Airlines, Delta, Southwest, +2 more

American Airlines, Delta, +3 more

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Direct returns

New York LaGuardia to Chicago

Monday

American Airlines, Delta, Southwest, +2 more

American Airlines, Delta, +3 more

Tuesday

American Airlines, Delta, Southwest, +2 more

American Airlines, Delta, +3 more

Wednesday

American Airlines, Delta, Southwest, +2 more

American Airlines, Delta, +3 more

Thursday

American Airlines, Delta, Southwest, +2 more

American Airlines, Delta, +3 more

Friday

American Airlines, Delta, Southwest, +2 more

American Airlines, Delta, +3 more

Saturday

American Airlines, Delta, Southwest, +2 more

American Airlines, Delta, +3 more

Sunday

American Airlines, Delta, Southwest, +2 more

American Airlines, Delta, +3 more

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