What is the cheapest airline that flies from Alberta to Chicago?

WestJet, United Airlines, and Air Canada are the most popular carriers operating from Alberta to Chicago

How long does it take to fly to Chicago?

Flight times from Alberta to Chicago vary, but if you’re flying out of Calgary and flying into Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 3h 27m on average. Another popular route from Alberta to Chicago is flying from Edmonton to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, which will take roughly 5h 43m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

How many flights depart from Alberta to Chicago on average per week?

The number of flights available between Alberta and Chicago is 14 per week as of December 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 43% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

How many flights depart from Alberta to Chicago on average per day?

2 flights are operational daily from Alberta to Chicago as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 12:00p.m., with 92% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

Which airlines fly to Chicago?

WestJet, United Airlines and Air Canada are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Alberta according to our data. WestJet is the first choice among our users, with 50% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Alberta to Chicago?

Prices for flights from Alberta to Chicago are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Alberta to Chicago?

As of December 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Alberta to Chicago.

How old do you have to be to fly from Alberta to Chicago?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Alberta to Chicago.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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12:15 p.m. - 4:43 p.m.

YYC

ORD

3h 28mdirect

5:30 p.m. - 8:19 p.m.

ORD

YYC

3h 49mdirect

C$ 203WestJet

Thu, 21 May - Sat, 30 May

12:15 p.m. - 4:43 p.m.

YYC

ORD

3h 28mdirect

5:30 p.m. - 8:19 p.m.

ORD

YYC

3h 49mdirect

C$ 204WestJet

Sun, 24 May - Sat, 30 May

2:13 p.m. - 11:59 p.m.

YYC

ORD

8h 46m1 stop

8:45 a.m. - 11:35 a.m.

ORD

YYC

3h 50mdirect

C$ 222United Airlines

Tue, 3 Feb - Wed, 4 Feb

8:00 a.m. - 5:48 p.m.

YYC

ORD

8h 48m1 stop

3:55 p.m. - 12:14 a.m.

ORD

YYC

9h 19m1 stop

C$ 242Air Canada

Tue, 3 Feb - Wed, 4 Feb

6:15 a.m. - 11:59 p.m.

YYC

ORD

16h 44m1 stop

8:45 a.m. - 11:35 a.m.

ORD

YYC

3h 50mdirect

C$ 251United Airlines

Mon, 2 Feb - Tue, 3 Feb

9:00 a.m. - 1:35 p.m.

YYC

ORD

3h 35mdirect

4:19 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.

ORD

YYC

30h 26m1 stop

C$ 252Multiple Airlines

Fri, 23 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb

5:35 a.m. - 3:10 p.m.

YYC

ORD

8h 35m1 stop

3:55 p.m. - 12:14 a.m.

ORD

YYC

9h 19m1 stop

C$ 254Air Canada

Thu, 22 Jan - Mon, 2 Feb

7:00 a.m. - 5:44 p.m.

YYC

ORD

9h 44m1 stop

2:20 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.

ORD

YYC

3h 55mdirect

C$ 255Multiple Airlines

Fri, 16 Jan - Fri, 23 Jan

6:30 a.m. - 4:16 p.m.

YYC

MDW

8h 46m1 stop

11:45 a.m. - 8:54 p.m.

MDW

YYC

10h 09m1 stop

C$ 309Delta

Sat, 31 Jan - Sat, 7 Feb

6:30 a.m. - 1:09 p.m.

YYC

MDW

5h 39m1 stop

1:51 p.m. - 8:54 p.m.

MDW

YYC

8h 03m1 stop

C$ 336Delta

Fri, 30 Jan - Fri, 6 Feb

WestJet flights from Alberta to Chicago

Our best WestJet deals on Alberta to Chicago flight tickets

WestJet

21 May

YYC12:15 p.m.Calgary

3h 28m

ORD4:43 p.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl

30 May

ORD5:30 p.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl

3h 49m

YYC8:19 p.m.Calgary

C$ 203

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WestJet

24 May

YYC12:15 p.m.Calgary

3h 28m

ORD4:43 p.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl

30 May

ORD5:30 p.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl

3h 49m

YYC8:19 p.m.Calgary

C$ 204

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WestJet

17 Apr

YEG6:00 a.m.Edmonton

6h 35m

1 stop

ORD1:35 p.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl

27 Apr

ORD5:30 p.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl

7h 55m

1 stop

YEG12:25 a.m.Edmonton

C$ 260

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United Airlines flights from Alberta to Chicago

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United Airlines

3 Feb

YYC2:13 p.m.Calgary

8h 46m

1 stop

ORD11:59 p.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl

4 Feb

ORD8:45 a.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl

3h 50m

YYC11:35 a.m.Calgary

C$ 222

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United Airlines

2 Feb

YYC6:15 a.m.Calgary

16h 44m

1 stop

ORD11:59 p.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl

3 Feb

ORD8:45 a.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl

3h 50m

YYC11:35 a.m.Calgary

C$ 251

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United Airlines

13 Jan

YYC6:15 a.m.Calgary

9h 49m

1 stop

ORD5:04 p.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl

20 Jan

ORD8:45 a.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl

3h 50m

YYC11:35 a.m.Calgary

C$ 259

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CalgaryChicago

YYC - ORD

YYCORD

Calgary

Thu 21/5

12:15 p.m.-4:43 p.m.

Nonstop3h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 30/5

5:30 p.m.-8:19 p.m.

Nonstop3h 49m

C$ 203

CalgaryChicago

YYC - ORD

YYCORD

Calgary

Sun 24/5

12:15 p.m.-4:43 p.m.

Nonstop3h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 30/5

5:30 p.m.-8:19 p.m.

Nonstop3h 49m

C$ 204

CalgaryChicago

YYC - ORD

YYCORD

Calgary

Tue 3/2

2:13 p.m.-11:59 p.m.

1 stop8h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/2

8:45 a.m.-11:35 a.m.

Nonstop3h 50m

C$ 222

CalgaryChicago

YYC - ORD

YYCORD

Calgary

Tue 3/2

8:00 a.m.-5:48 p.m.

1 stop8h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/2

3:55 p.m.-12:14 a.m.

1 stop9h 19m

C$ 242

CalgaryChicago

YYC - ORD

YYCORD

Calgary

Mon 2/2

6:15 a.m.-11:59 p.m.

1 stop16h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/2

8:45 a.m.-11:35 a.m.

Nonstop3h 50m

C$ 251

CalgaryChicago

YYC - ORD

YYCORD

Calgary

Fri 23/1

9:00 a.m.-1:35 p.m.

Nonstop3h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/2

4:19 p.m.-9:45 p.m.

1 stop30h 26m

C$ 252

CalgaryChicago

YYC - ORD

YYCORD

Calgary

Thu 22/1

5:35 a.m.-3:10 p.m.

1 stop8h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/2

3:55 p.m.-12:14 a.m.

1 stop9h 19m

C$ 254

CalgaryChicago

YYC - ORD

YYCORD

Calgary

Fri 16/1

7:00 a.m.-5:44 p.m.

1 stop9h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 23/1

2:20 p.m.-5:15 p.m.

Nonstop3h 55m

C$ 255

CalgaryChicago

YYC - MDW

YYCMDW

Calgary

Sat 31/1

6:30 a.m.-4:16 p.m.

1 stop8h 46m

Chicago Midway

Sat 7/2

11:45 a.m.-8:54 p.m.

1 stop10h 09m

C$ 309

CalgaryChicago

YYC - MDW

YYCMDW

Calgary

Fri 30/1

6:30 a.m.-1:09 p.m.

1 stop5h 39m

Chicago Midway

Fri 6/2

1:51 p.m.-8:54 p.m.

1 stop8h 03m

C$ 336

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Alberta to Chicago

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of February is another great option to travel to Chicago, with average flight prices from Alberta averaging around C$ 280.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as C$ 609. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Tuesday because tickets tend to average around C$ 997. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Chicago.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Alberta to Chicago when you can find flight prices for as low as C$ 364. Flying to Chicago in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. At noon is when there is more demand to fly to Chicago, so prices are often more expensive at around C$ 1,487 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Alberta to Chicago flight route?

Fly from Calgary to Chicago O'Hare Intl for the best Alberta - Chicago flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Alberta when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around C$ 354 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Alberta for as low as C$ 227 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Alberta to Chicago flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Alberta to Chicago flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Alberta to Chicago flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Alberta to Chicago.

Cheap Alberta to Chicago flight deals and tips

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Best price found	C$ 162
Fastest flight time	3h 27m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Chicago	3 airports

The best one-way flight to Chicago from Alberta in the past 72 hours is C$ 162. The best round-trip flight deal from Alberta to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is C$ 363.

The fastest flight from Alberta to Chicago takes 3h 27m

Direct flights go from Alberta to Chicago every day.

There are 3 airports in Chicago. From Alberta there are direct flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Alberta to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Alberta to Chicago are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Alberta to Chicago?
As of December 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Alberta to Chicago.
How old do you have to be to fly from Alberta to Chicago?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Alberta to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Alberta to Chicago?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Alberta to Chicago is Boeing 737-700, representing 22.09% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737-700 Passenger/BBJ1 (winglets) at 18.92%, Airbus A319 at 16.80%, and Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 14.22%.

Best airlines flying from Alberta to Chicago

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Air Canada	PriceFrom C$ 149	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,534 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
WestJet	PriceFrom C$ 176	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 3,204 reviews	Search WestJet flights
Delta	PriceFrom C$ 184	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,005 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 185	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,055 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 194	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,092 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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