Travelling from Chicago to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): What you need to know
Start your journey at one of Chicago's main airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Explore your options for booking a flight from Chicago to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) leaving from either of these.
2 hours 25 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Chicago to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight.
The timezone in New York is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Chicago. John F. Kennedy International Airport is located in New York.
With 53 direct flights a week between the two airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is the busiest route. JetBlue Airways operates the earliest flight at 6am. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest departure from ORD to JFK is with JetBlue Airways at 7:41pm.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Chicago to JFK.
During high season, expect extended wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Chicago to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) can be booked from this terminal.
Popular carriers that offer direct flights from Chicago to John F. Kennedy International Airport leaving from ORD include:
The most frequently booked airline between ORD and JFK is Delta Air Lines.
Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 75.11% of its services landing on time.
The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes around 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a convenient hotel close to O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to John F. Kennedy International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
74.85% of flights that leave from O'Hare International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is around 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to JFK flight:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77.88%.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is roughly 137 kilometres from central Chicago. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey of around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay near Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Chicago to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights arrive when they should. At RFD, that figure is 76.19%.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:
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Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Chicago to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
Central New York is around 19 kilometres from John F. Kennedy International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.
Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Rs8,196 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to John F. Kennedy International Airport. A return flight starts from Rs15,204. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
To snap up cheap flights from Chicago to JFK, book your ticket two months ahead of your planned departure.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding when to fly. May is the quietest month to visit New York. July is when most people book flights from Chicago to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
Lock in a Chicago to JFK flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in New York to range from 18ºC to 30ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chicago to John F. Kennedy International Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC and 8ºC.
More about New York
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to John F. Kennedy International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring New York:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Central Park, Manhattan Skyline and Statue of Liberty are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned New York itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of New York. Around 137 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Baltimore is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 290 kilometres south-west of New York. No trip is complete without visiting Baltimore Aquarium, National Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.