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Get a United fare check: Chicago and Newark
The Chicago to Newark route at a glance
Business travelers fill a lot of the seats on this route between United's Chicago and Newark hubs. It's about 720 miles, roughly two hours, and Newark is one hour ahead of Chicago, so an early-morning departure can still get you into the New York area in time for a mid-morning meeting. Because both ends are major hubs, this route also carries a steady flow of connecting passengers, which can mean fuller planes even outside peak travel seasons.
Tips for this route
- Early-morning and evening flights are the ones business travelers want, so they can cost more.
- Storms at either end can cause delays. If you have a connection, leave room.
- If you’re heading into Manhattan, ask us to compare Newark with JFK and LaGuardia.
How it works
- Call 1-800-369-5081 or send a fare-check request with your dates and number of travelers.
- We check United fares between Chicago and Newark.
- You review the options and confirm before anything is booked.
Questions about this route
Are you United Airlines?
No. TravelonAir is an independent travel agency and is not affiliated with United Airlines.
Is this mostly a business travel route?
It's one of the busier business routes on this list, given how many companies have a presence in both cities.
Is there a time difference between Chicago and Newark?
Yes. Newark is one hour ahead of Chicago.
Can you compare New York airports?
Yes. Tell us which airports work for you and we’ll check the options.
Can you book the return flight too?
Yes. Tell us your dates for both directions, or ask for two one-way tickets. We’ll compare the options.