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Today’s best flight deals from Calgary to Chicago

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September 14 - October 4

Cheapest

YYC - Chicago

$227

$259

Round trip

September 14 - September 20

Cheapest

YYC - Chicago

$254

$259

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September 15 - September 21

Cheapest

YYC - Chicago

$255

$259

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September 15 - September 20

Cheapest

YYC - Chicago

$261

$259

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September 1 - September 19

YYC - Chicago

$283

$264

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December 1 - December 5

Best

YYC - Chicago

$397

$264

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December 9 - December 11

Best

YYC - Chicago

$394

$264

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August 25 - August 27

YYC - Chicago

$366

$265

Round trip

September 3 - September 6

YYC - Chicago

$319

$265

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August 6 - August 18

Earliest

YYC - Chicago

$316

$266

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Calgary to Chicago

Right now, only 8% of recent fares from Calgary to Chicago are classified as a good price. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Calgary to Chicago, fares typically range from $241–$460, with a median of $328. Current fares are above the typical level for this route. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Calgary to Chicago? The data indicates that February is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $168. January also offers lower prices, with a median of $203, followed by November at a median of $267. Planning your trip during these months could result in significant savings.
A typical journey from Calgary to Chicago takes approximately 9h 29m, including connections. Most itineraries on this route connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2. Only 35.2% of recent fares are for direct flights from Calgary to Chicago, meaning you will likely have at least one stop.
The distance between Calgary and Chicago is approximately 2247 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance typically involves a longer travel time, especially when accounting for connections, which are common on this route.

How much is a round trip from Calgary to Chicago

Regular price: $197 - $415

Prices for flights from Calgary to Chicago are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Calgary to Chicago is between $197 and $415. The current lowest deal is $259 with WestJet, for travel from September 14 to October 4.

now $259

Low $197

High $415

The cheapest time to fly from Calgary to Chicago

The cheapest month to fly from Calgary to Chicago is February, with a median price of $168. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $746. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $168

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $746

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Direct flights from Calgary to Chicago

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Last-minute flights going from Calgary to Chicago

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

YYC - Chicago

Air Canada

Calgary (YYC) - Chicago (ORD)

Air Canada

$316

$266

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

YYC - Chicago

Deutsche Luft Hansa

Calgary (YYC) - Chicago (ORD)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$365

$296

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

YYC - Chicago

Deutsche Luft Hansa

Calgary (YYC) - Chicago (ORD)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$356

$309

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

YYC - Chicago

Deutsche Luft Hansa

Calgary (YYC) - Chicago (ORD)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$356

$309

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

YYC - Chicago

Deutsche Luft Hansa

Calgary (YYC) - Chicago (ORD)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$366

$265

One-way

Fri, Aug 28

⌛ Last-Minute

YYC - Chicago

Deutsche Luft Hansa

Calgary (YYC) - Chicago (ORD)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$363

$308

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Calgary to Chicago

9 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 17

$496  →  $297

40%

5 nights

Nov 26 - Dec 1

$469  →  $296

37%

6 nights

Nov 26 - Dec 2

$463  →  $296

36%

7 nights

Nov 26 - Dec 3

$463  →  $296

36%

Popular Airports to fly from Calgary to Chicago

Calgary - Chicago route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Calgary to Chicago are above the typical level, with 8% good prices historically.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Calgary to Chicago, with a median price of $168.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 9h 29m on average

Flights from Calgary to Chicago typically take 9h 29m, with 35.2% of deals being direct.

✈️ Airlines & availability

WestJet offers direct flights

WestJet offers direct flights from Calgary to Chicago. Deals for this route are frequent, with 1.03 deals per day.

🏆 Airline highlight

WestJet has direct flights

WestJet is the only airline with direct flights from Calgary to Chicago, based on recent deals.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider flying in February for better prices

To find better prices, consider flying in February, when the median price is $168.

Calgary main airports to depart from

Calgary International (YYC)

Cheapest

Calgary International is a great choice for flights from Calgary to Chicago, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~10 km from Calgary city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$264

Chicago main airports to arrive at

O Hare International (ORD)

Cheapest

O'Hare International Airport is a major hub for flights to Chicago, offering many connections from Calgary.

📍 ~25 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car, train, and bus).

💸 Flights from ~$264

Chicago Midway International (MDW)

Chicago Midway International Airport is a convenient option for travelers flying from Calgary to Chicago.

📍 ~15 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car, train, and bus).

💸 Flights from ~$294

Chicago Rockford International (RFD)

Chicago Rockford International Airport serves the wider Chicago area for flights from Calgary.

📍 ~120 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car and bus).

💸 Flights from ~$390

Airports nearby Chicago used as alternative

General Mitchell International (MKE)

General Mitchell International offers excellent proximity to Chicago with high-frequency flight options and direct rail access.

📍 ~135 km from Chicago (reachable by rail; travel time can be affected by heavy traffic).

💸 Flights from ~$430

South Bend International (SBN)

South Bend International is geographically the closest alternative to Chicago, with direct commuter rail connections.

📍 ~120 km from Chicago (reachable by rail).

💸 Flights from ~$439

Gerald R. Ford International (GRR)

Cheapest

Gerald R. Ford International is a major regional hub, offering a wide range of cabin classes.

📍 ~205 km from Chicago (reachable by car; requires a significant drive).

💸 Flights from ~$356

Dane County Regional (MSN)

Dane County Regional is a reliable regional airport with consistent service and less congestion.

📍 ~200 km from Chicago (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$504

Fort Wayne International (FWA)

Fort Wayne International provides stable regional service and is an alternative for southeastern Chicago suburbs.

📍 ~235 km from Chicago (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$490

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chicago

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Calgary to Chicago is 28-59 days prior to departure. Flights booked within this period typically average around $294. Booking within 7-13 days of departure also shows a favorable average price of $329. However, prices tend to increase significantly for last-minute bookings, with flights purchased 0-6 days out averaging $689.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Calgary to Chicago is considered to be $241 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $328. Prices can go higher, with 75% of flights costing up to $460. These figures are based on pricing trends observed over the last 90 days.

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Calgary to Chicago, with a median price of $168. January also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $203. While November had a median of $267, the overall annual median price for this route is $328, indicating that certain months offer substantial savings compared to the yearly average.