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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago to Newark Airport:

• Earliest: departs at 05:00 and lands at 07:20
• Latest: departs at 23:55 and lands at 02:15.

The flight takes about 2h 20m.

Only Economy class is available on flights from Chicago to Newark Airport.

A direct flight from Chicago to Newark Airport takes 2h 20m, covering 1,818 km.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from Chicago to Newark Airport range from $240 to $465, with an average of $340 over the past 12 months. Anything below $240 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 42% above the $340 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average $340 return, compared with $410 via a stopover through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

United Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while American Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Chicago to Newark Airport flights are:

• United Airlines: 81% on time
• American Airlines: 73% on time
• Frontier: 69% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 78% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $57–$143 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Chicago to Newark Airport flights, with 43% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 26%, Evening flights for 26%, and Night flights for 5%.

American Airlines is the only airline on the Chicago to Newark Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

One-way fares from Chicago to Newark Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $223, which is 17% below the typical average for this route.

Newark Airport (EWR) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $40 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Ace
• Budget
• Alamo
• Hertz
• Dollar

Flights from Chicago to Newark Airport may depart from several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD). Flights usually arrive at Newark (EWR).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Chicago to Newark Airport route, 22% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 34m.

One-stop flights from Chicago to Newark Airport most commonly connect through:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 56% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) – 25% of one-stop connections
• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) – 14% of one-stop connections
• Orlando (MCO) – 4% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 22% on flights from Chicago to Newark Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $325 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $414, a difference of $89.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Chicago and Newark Airport. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• United Airlines
• American Airlines

Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 40m, compared to 5h 02m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 7h 37m via Fort Lauderdale (FLL).

Newark Airport is 1 hour ahead of Chicago (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Among airlines operating Chicago to Newark Airport flights:

• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

The AirTrain at EWR serves destinations within the airport and connects travelers to Newark Liberty International Airport Train Station for public rail transportation. Car rental agencies are located in the consolidated Rental Car Center on Levels 1 through 3.

Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) has pet-friendly facilities for travelers with pets or service animals. Pet grooming services are offered through Airport Pet Lodge, located just off Airport Drive east of the airport. Overnight lodging for pets is also available.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) has several lounges. These include Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge in Terminal A near Gate A20, Delta Sky Club in Terminal A near Gate A8 and United Club in Terminal C near Gates C74 and C123.