Flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to O'Hare International Airport is 2 hours 53 minutes. Chicago's timezone is UTC-5, making Chicago 1 hour behind New York.
Every week, there are 215 flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. To take off as soon as possible, pick the 06:33 JetBlue Airways flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure from JFK to ORD is 19:42 with Delta Air Lines.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
If you want to break up your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to O'Hare International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a city that appeals to you. The most popular stopovers on the JFK - ORD route include:
Buffalo Niagara International Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Pittsburgh International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to O'Hare International Airport is R 1,183. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 1,820. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book 9 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from JFK to ORD.
The cheapest month for tickets from John F. Kennedy International Airport to O'Hare International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Travelling from central New York to John F. Kennedy International Airport takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or hail a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 48 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Got an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to O'Hare International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near JFK:
Arriving at O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Reserve a hotel near ORD if you're catching a late flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
O'Hare International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 35 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 54 minutes.
When to fly to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
August is the busiest month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Chicago in February.
Book your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to O'Hare International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Chicago during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from JFK to ORD in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Chicago
As soon as you've locked in your flights from JFK to ORD, you'll need to find a place to stay in Chicago. Make one of these options your base for exploring this top destination:
Millennium Park and Art Institute of Chicago are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Chicago must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Complete your Chicago trip with hotels and a car rental
We don't just compare flights. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to O'Hare International Airport, explore our car rental deals that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Chicago stay.
