Flights from Chicago (ORD) to New York (LGA)

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Cheapest Flights from Chicago (ORD) to New York (LGA)

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Chicago to New York Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from Chicago (ORD) to New York (LGA)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest Chicago to New York flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top ORD to LGA routes and airport options. So, go ahead and treat yourself, your sweetheart, or the kids to an unforgettable holiday this year.

Chicago to New York Information

Traveling From
O'Hare Intl.
Origin Airport
Chicago
Origin Airport IATA Code
ORD
Traveling To
LaGuardia
Destination Airport
New York
Destination Airport IATA Code
LGA
Number of Airlines Serving
14
Average Flight Time
2 hours 10 mins
Direct Flight Time
2 hours 5 mins
Flight Price
AU$309

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from ORD to LGA?
You’ll barely finish an episode of your fave TV show before your wheels kiss the tarmac at LGA. The general flight time from ORD is a cruisy 2 hours and 8 minutes.
What airlines fly direct from O'Hare Airport to LGA?
There’s no need to fret about time-consuming stopovers or your belongings going ta-ta somewhere. You can select from a few airlines flying direct from O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA), such as American Airlines and United Airlines.
How many flights are there from O'Hare Airport to LaGuardia Airport?
At least 32 flights operate each day between O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA). So c’mon — it’s time to book that seat and get chummy with East Elmhurst.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Here’s an insider tip: Monday is typically the cheapest day to fly! Looking at flight demand on Wotif in 2021, we found that flights departing on a Monday generally had the lowest average price, closely followed by flights on a Saturday. You might want to think twice about flying on a Thursday though; generally, our data showed that it had the highest average ticket price.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
Guess what? It turns out that early in the week is the best time to score the cheapest plane tickets. Looking at flight demand on Wotif in 2021, we found that flights purchased on a Monday had the lowest airfares on average. Booking your plane ticket on the weekend also seems to score pretty good deals. However, airfares purchased on a Friday generally have a higher than average ticket value, so you might want to prepare your budget if you’re booking on that day.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
When comparing airfares booked through Wotif in 2021, our data shows February is one of the cheapest months to fly. On the other hand, the month of December can be one of the most expensive times to travel, with the highest average ticket price, so it’s best to get in early if December is your preferred travel month.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It’s possible to start comparing international airfares on Wotif up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to Wotif’s 2021 flight demand trends, you can bag a bargain with some of the cheapest airfares appearing just 1 week prior to travel.*According to flight demand on Wotif.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.
Address:
Hangar 7 Center
New York NY, 11371
United States
IATA code:
LGA
Longitude:
-73.871617
Latitude:
40.774252
Time zone:
America/New_York
Address:
10000 West O'Hare
Chicago IL, 60666
United States
IATA code:
ORD
Longitude:
-87.904876
Latitude:
41.976912
Time zone:
America/Chicago

Chicago to New York Flight Deals from AU$309

Considering a quick trip to New York, but not sure which is the best route for you? Well, you’re in luck! Wotif has done the hard work, so all you need to do is check out these flights from ORD to LGA. With heaps of cheap fares from Chicago, we guarantee you’ll be arriving to your holiday destination in style without emptying your bank account in the process.

It’s easy to book flights to New York from Chicago  

For a huge choice of flights, simply enter your travel dates and hit search and we’ll hunt out fantastic deals on one-way, return and multi-city airfares to New York from Chicago from 10 different airlines. If you click the ‘direct flights’ box, you see flights that’ll get you to New York in just 2 hour(s) and 5 mins, too.   

Snap up great deals on flights to New York from Chicago 

Choose from 77 flights a day on average, with prices starting at AU$309 and rising to AU$362 depending on the cabin class, travel dates, and airline carrier. And if you’re up for a last-minute getaway, you can get great deals on flights from Chicago to New York today!  

Find cheap airfares to New York from Chicago 

Here are our insider tips for bagging a flight bargain: 

  • Look for midweek flights and late night, early morning arrival and departure times
  • Check out other airports near Chicago and New York
  • Avoid peak season (prices tend to be lower in July)
  • Be flexible with your travel dates and you can usually get cheaper options  

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^Savings based on all package bookings made with Flight + Hotel on Wotif.com from , as compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings will vary based on origin/destination, length of trip, stay dates and selected travel supplier(s). Savings not available on all packages.