£78 Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to New York (LGA)

You can find one-way and return flights from Chicago, IL (ORD) to New York, NY (LGA) with Expedia. Flight prices vary based on the month and day of the week you want to travel, as well as the airline and how far in advance you book your ticket. Filter your search on Expedia by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest fares first, and use the Price Tracking tool to receive alerts when ORD to LGA ticket fares go up or down.

If you're looking for the cheapest time to fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA), January is typically your best bet! You can expect average return flight prices around £134 during this month. January is often cheaper because it falls after the busy holiday travel season, when demand for flights usually drops. Other budget-friendly months for this route include February and September.

Enter ORD to LGA and your travel dates, then apply the 'Nonstop' filter to see only direct flights.

Spirit Airlines is one of the cheapest airlines offering nonstop return flights from Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to New York, NY (LGA-LaGuardia), with tickets starting from around £120 for flights that can be booked for departure within the next year. Delta is one of the cheapest airlines offering connecting return flights on this route, with tickets starting from around £170. These prices are per adult for economy/coach class. Use Expedia's search tool to compare the prices and schedules of airlines that fly this route to find the best option for your plans and budget.

To find a cheap flight from Chicago, IL (ORD) to New York, NY (LGA), be flexible with your dates. Traveling outside of peak vacation months and booking a mid-week flight can help you save. Early morning and late night flights are often more affordable, too. Expedia allows you to compare flight times, airlines and routes all in one place to find low fares. You can also set up Price Tracking and receive alerts when fares go up or down.

The best time to fly is usually mid-week (Tuesday or Wednesday) and during early morning hours as flights tend to be cheaper, less crowded, and generally more on-time. Avoid major holidays and peak vacation seasons for smoother travel. Combining off-peak days and hours often gives the best combination of cost, comfort, and convenience.

Sort flights by "Departure (earliest)" on Expedia to find the earliest flight from Chicago, IL (ORD) to New York, NY (LGA). To compare more early flights, use the "Early Morning" and "Morning" filters in your search.

Direct flights from ORD to LGA usually take about 2 hours 20 minutes, traveling roughly 1,176 kilometers. If you opt for a connecting flight, expect to add around 4 hours 40 minutes to your journey. Keep in mind that actual flight times can vary due to wind patterns, weather, and air traffic.

Select the "Business class" and "First class" filters when looking for Chicago, IL (ORD) to New York, NY (LGA) flights on Expedia. This is the easiest way to compare prices, routes and flight times for your trip.

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Typically, booking a last minute flight from Chicago, IL (ORD) to New York, NY (LGA) will be more expensive than booking in advance. As the departure date approaches, there are usually fewer seats available which can drive up the cost. However, if there's some wiggle room with your travel dates and times, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.

Securing a Chicago, IL (ORD) to New York, NY (LGA) flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels all in one place. Select from our extensive range of stays and then add flights, activities and car rentals to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.

If you booked your Chicago, IL (ORD) to New York, NY (LGA) flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal if you'd like more information.