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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Chicago from C$ 227

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3:55 p.m. - 12:22 a.m.
YOW
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ORD
9h 27m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:05 p.m. - 5:25 p.m.
ORD
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YOW
28h 20m
1 stop
C$ 408Multiple Airlines
Mon, 23 Mar - Wed, 25 Mar
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3:55 p.m. - 12:22 a.m.
YOW
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ORD
9h 27m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:01 p.m. - 5:25 p.m.
ORD
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YOW
22h 24m
1 stop
C$ 410Multiple Airlines
Fri, 20 Mar - Wed, 25 Mar
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11:00 a.m. - 12:40 a.m.
YOW
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ORD
14h 40m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:31 p.m. - 5:25 p.m.
ORD
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YOW
20h 54m
1 stop
C$ 418Multiple Airlines
Wed, 11 Mar - Wed, 18 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:55 p.m. - 12:40 a.m.
YOW
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ORD
9h 45m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:31 p.m. - 5:25 p.m.
ORD
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YOW
20h 54m
1 stop
C$ 419Multiple Airlines
Wed, 11 Mar - Wed, 18 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:55 p.m. - 10:20 a.m.
YOW
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ORD
19h 25m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:05 p.m. - 5:25 p.m.
ORD
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YOW
28h 20m
1 stop
C$ 421Multiple Airlines
Sun, 22 Mar - Wed, 25 Mar
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6:25 p.m. - 9:40 a.m.
YOW
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MDW
16h 15m
1 stop
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5:35 p.m. - 5:35 p.m.
MDW
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YOW
23h 00m
1 stop
C$ 425Multiple Airlines
Wed, 3 Jun - Mon, 8 Jun
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3:55 p.m. - 12:40 a.m.
YOW
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ORD
9h 45m
1 stop
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6:01 p.m. - 12:59 p.m.
ORD
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YOW
17h 58m
2 stops
C$ 426Multiple Airlines
Wed, 11 Mar - Wed, 18 Mar
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6:45 a.m. - 6:29 p.m.
YOW
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ORD
12h 44m
2 stops
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6:01 p.m. - 5:25 p.m.
ORD
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YOW
22h 24m
1 stop
C$ 430Multiple Airlines
Mon, 23 Mar - Wed, 25 Mar
WestJet Logo
5:55 a.m. - 6:14 p.m.
YOW
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MDW
13h 19m
2 stops
WestJet Logo
6:36 p.m. - 5:35 p.m.
MDW
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YOW
21h 59m
2 stops
C$ 558WestJet
Wed, 3 Jun - Sat, 6 Jun
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11:00 a.m. - 3:20 p.m.
YOW
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MDW
5h 20m
1 stop
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11:00 a.m. - 5:29 p.m.
MDW
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YOW
5h 29m
1 stop
C$ 562Porter Airlines
Sun, 29 Mar - Sun, 5 Apr

WestJet flights from Ottawa to Chicago

Our best WestJet deals on Ottawa to Chicago flight tickets
WestJet
28 May
YOW6:15 p.m.Ottawa
23h 25m
2 stops
ORD4:40 p.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl
31 May
ORD5:30 p.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl
18h 00m
2 stops
YOW12:30 p.m.Ottawa
C$ 504
WestJet
28 May
YOW6:15 p.m.Ottawa
23h 25m
2 stops
ORD4:40 p.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl
31 May
ORD5:30 p.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 10m
1 stop
YOW5:40 a.m.Ottawa
C$ 526
WestJet
27 May
YOW7:20 a.m.Ottawa
10h 20m
1 stop
ORD4:40 p.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl
3 Jun
ORD5:30 p.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 10m
1 stop
YOW5:40 a.m.Ottawa
C$ 532

Porter Airlines flights from Ottawa to Chicago

Our best Porter Airlines deals on Ottawa to Chicago flight tickets
Porter Airlines
29 Mar
YOW11:00 a.m.Ottawa
5h 20m
1 stop
MDW3:20 p.m.Chicago Midway
5 Apr
MDW11:00 a.m.Chicago Midway
5h 29m
1 stop
YOW5:29 p.m.Ottawa
C$ 562
Porter Airlines
3 Jun
YOW11:00 a.m.Ottawa
6h 50m
1 stop
MDW4:50 p.m.Chicago Midway
6 Jun
MDW10:25 a.m.Chicago Midway
7h 29m
1 stop
YOW6:54 p.m.Ottawa
C$ 591
Porter Airlines
12 Mar
YOW6:45 a.m.Ottawa
4h 20m
1 stop
MDW10:05 a.m.Chicago Midway
19 Mar
MDW4:15 p.m.Chicago Midway
5h 14m
1 stop
YOW10:29 p.m.Ottawa
C$ 595

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Return

Price

OttawaChicago

YOW - ORD

YOWORD

Ottawa

Mon 23/3

3:55 p.m.-12:22 a.m.

1 stop9h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 25/3

12:05 p.m.-5:25 p.m.

1 stop28h 20m

C$ 408

OttawaChicago

YOW - ORD

YOWORD

Ottawa

Fri 20/3

3:55 p.m.-12:22 a.m.

1 stop9h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 25/3

6:01 p.m.-5:25 p.m.

1 stop22h 24m

C$ 410

OttawaChicago

YOW - ORD

YOWORD

Ottawa

Wed 11/3

11:00 a.m.-12:40 a.m.

2 stops14h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 18/3

7:31 p.m.-5:25 p.m.

1 stop20h 54m

C$ 418

OttawaChicago

YOW - ORD

YOWORD

Ottawa

Wed 11/3

3:55 p.m.-12:40 a.m.

1 stop9h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 18/3

7:31 p.m.-5:25 p.m.

1 stop20h 54m

C$ 419

OttawaChicago

YOW - ORD

YOWORD

Ottawa

Sun 22/3

3:55 p.m.-10:20 a.m.

1 stop19h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 25/3

12:05 p.m.-5:25 p.m.

1 stop28h 20m

C$ 421

OttawaChicago

YOW - MDW

YOWMDW

Ottawa

Wed 3/6

6:25 p.m.-9:40 a.m.

1 stop16h 15m

Chicago Midway

Mon 8/6

5:35 p.m.-5:35 p.m.

1 stop23h 00m

C$ 425

OttawaChicago

YOW - ORD

YOWORD

Ottawa

Wed 11/3

3:55 p.m.-12:40 a.m.

1 stop9h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 18/3

6:01 p.m.-12:59 p.m.

2 stops17h 58m

C$ 426

OttawaChicago

YOW - ORD

YOWORD

Ottawa

Mon 23/3

6:45 a.m.-6:29 p.m.

2 stops12h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 25/3

6:01 p.m.-5:25 p.m.

1 stop22h 24m

C$ 430

OttawaChicago

YOW - MDW

YOWMDW

Ottawa

Wed 3/6

5:55 a.m.-6:14 p.m.

2 stops13h 19m

Chicago Midway

Sat 6/6

6:36 p.m.-5:35 p.m.

2 stops21h 59m

C$ 558

OttawaChicago

YOW - MDW

YOWMDW

Ottawa

Sun 29/3

11:00 a.m.-3:20 p.m.

1 stop5h 20m

Chicago Midway

Sun 5/4

11:00 a.m.-5:29 p.m.

1 stop5h 29m

C$ 562

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of June is another great option to travel to Chicago, with average flight prices from Ottawa averaging around C$ 485.

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 Saturday when prices can be found for as low as C$ 683. 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 Sunday because tickets tend to average around C$ 891. 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 Ottawa to Chicago when you can find flight prices for as low as C$ 708. Flying to Chicago in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to Chicago, so prices are often more expensive at around C$ 836 per ticket.

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You could potentially save up to 74% on your flight if you consider stops on a Ottawa to Chicago flight.

How have Ottawa to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of February 2026, prices for Ottawa to Chicago flights are approximately 99% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Cheap Ottawa to Chicago (YOW to CHI) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

C$ 345

Fastest flight time

2h 20m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Chicago

3 airports
The best one-way flight to Chicago from Ottawa in the past 72 hours is C$ 345. The best round-trip flight deal from Ottawa to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is C$ 559.
The fastest flight from Ottawa to Chicago takes 2h 20m
Direct flights go from Ottawa to Chicago every day.
There are 3 airports in Chicago. From Ottawa there are direct flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).
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  • How far is Ottawa to Chicago by plane?

    A flight from Ottawa to Chicago will travel around 1035.5 km. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 2h 20m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Ottawa Airport to Chicago?

    Prices for flights from Ottawa Airport to Chicago refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Ottawa Airport 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 Ottawa Airport to Chicago.

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

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chicago can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chicago. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Ottawa to Chicago?

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Best airlines flying from Ottawa to Chicago

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Porter AirlinesPriceFrom C$ 315Free CancellationRating
7.9
416 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom C$ 456Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,299 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom C$ 496Free CancellationRating
7.1
10,722 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From Ottawa to Chicago

    Across 21 United Airlines flights from Ottawa to Chicago this week, the average price was C$ 622, with the best United Airlines deals starting from C$ 456 round-trip. 9,299 users have rated United Airlines on momondo, with an average score of 7.4/10.

  • Air Canada Flights From Ottawa to Chicago

    Across 10,722 Air Canada reviews on momondo, the average score is 7.1/10. Air Canada flies from Ottawa to Chicago about 21 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from C$ 496 to C$ 667. Price data is based on momondo searches in the last 72 hours.

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