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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from ر.ق.‏ 640. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chicago O'Hare International to New York John F. Kennedy flights are currently cheapest in June.

Direct flights from Chicago O'Hare International to New York John F. Kennedy

Chicago to New York: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundر.ق.‏ 291
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time2 hrs, 27 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week506

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 ر.ق.‏ 598. 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 27 minutes is the average flight time from Chicago O'Hare International to New York John F. Kennedy.
American Airlines, Qatar Airways and Republic Airways fly direct from Chicago O'Hare International to New York John F. Kennedy.
As of May 2026, there are 506 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 July.
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 Saturday, 4 July 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 27 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, jetBlue offers the cheapest flight tickets to New York John F. Kennedy.

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

  • Around 2 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from O'Hare International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport.

  • The timezone in New York is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Chicago.

  • You can choose from 143 weekly O'Hare International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flights. The 07:04 departure with Delta Air Lines is the earliest flight available. JetBlue Airways operates the latest service of the day at 19:25.

  • Leave plenty of time to catch your ORD to JFK flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.

  • With direct flights from O'Hare International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport operated by a number of airlines, flying to New York (and then other destinations in United States) is a breeze. You can travel nonstop with:

  • The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is American Airlines.

  • With 75.11% of services arriving as planned, Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier offering ORD to JFK flights.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from O'Hare International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between ORD and JFK:

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

    • General Mitchell International Airport

    • Cleveland Hopkins International Airport

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

  • Currently, ر.ق.‏ 291 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ر.ق.‏ 598. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Score cheap tickets from ORD to JFK by booking eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • July is the cheapest month for flights from O'Hare International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.

  • Picking up cheap flights from ORD to JFK is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.

  • Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from O'Hare International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of O'Hare International Airport, data shows 74.85% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • To reach O'Hare International Airport from central Chicago, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip on public transport usually takes 55 minutes.

  • Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near ORD. Whether you have an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

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

  • You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.

  • From John F. Kennedy International Airport, New York is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 20 minutes.

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

  • July is the most popular month for flights from O'Hare International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to New York in May.

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

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

Explore more of United States

  • New York has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be explored. About 129 kilometres south-west of New York, a visit to Philadelphia will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

  • Boston is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 306 kilometres north-east of New York. No trip is complete without a visit to Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.

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