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Cheap flights from Edmonton to Chicago from C$ 157

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 19/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YEG — CHI
1 Apr — 8 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Edmonton to Chicago are usually found in September or July, booked 48 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Edmonton to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Edmonton (YEG) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 27 March 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 238

One-way from

C$ 157

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 729
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 20/8-30/8
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 22m total
  • Edmonton to Chicago
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Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 19/7
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 24m total
  • Edmonton to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price (C$ 236 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 32 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Cheapest flights from Edmonton to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edmonton to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 March 2025.

Wed 20/88:05 a.m.YEG - ORD
Nonstop3h 34mWestJet
Sat 30/81:40 p.m.ORD - YEG
Nonstop3h 48mWestJet
Deal found 27/3C$ 238
Sat 23/88:05 a.m.YEG - ORD
Nonstop3h 40mUnited Airlines
Sun 31/85:00 a.m.ORD - YEG
1 stop10h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 26/3C$ 254
Thu 11/910:30 a.m.YEG - ORD
1 stop17h 53mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/94:00 p.m.ORD - YEG
1 stop7h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3C$ 303
Sat 31/58:05 a.m.YEG - ORD
Nonstop3h 40mAir Canada
Mon 2/69:14 p.m.ORD - YEG
1 stop12h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 27/3C$ 327
Sun 25/57:00 a.m.YEG - MDW
2 stops10h 45mDelta
Wed 28/512:48 p.m.MDW - YEG
1 stop8h 00mDelta
Deal found 26/3C$ 361
Sat 31/57:00 a.m.YEG - ORD
2 stops8h 30mDelta
Mon 2/68:40 a.m.ORD - YEG
1 stop8h 18mDelta
Deal found 27/3C$ 361
Thu 17/411:55 a.m.YEG - ORD
1 stop11h 04mAlaska Airlines
Tue 22/47:19 p.m.ORD - YEG
1 stop16h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 25/3C$ 498
Wed 23/412:05 a.m.YEG - MDW
1 stop15h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 28/48:01 p.m.MDW - YEG
2 stops22h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3C$ 635
Tue 22/49:45 a.m.YEG - MDW
1 stop6h 34mWestJet
Tue 29/412:48 p.m.MDW - YEG
1 stop8h 00mWestJet
Deal found 26/3C$ 735
Tue 29/48:00 a.m.YEG - MDW
2 stops25h 20mPorter Airlines
Mon 5/59:40 a.m.MDW - YEG
2 stops14h 55mPorter Airlines
Deal found 26/3C$ 773

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Edmonton

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Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

EdmontonChicago

YEG - ORD

YEGORD

Edmonton

Wed 20/8

8:05 a.m.-12:39 p.m.

Nonstop3h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 30/8

1:40 p.m.-4:28 p.m.

Nonstop3h 48m

C$ 238

EdmontonChicago

YEG - ORD

YEGORD

Edmonton

Sat 23/8

8:05 a.m.-12:45 p.m.

Nonstop3h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 31/8

5:00 a.m.-2:15 p.m.

1 stop10h 15m

C$ 254

EdmontonChicago

YEG - ORD

YEGORD

Edmonton

Thu 11/9

10:30 a.m.-5:23 a.m.

1 stop17h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 13/9

4:00 p.m.-10:56 p.m.

1 stop7h 56m

C$ 303

EdmontonChicago

YEG - ORD

YEGORD

Edmonton

Sat 31/5

8:05 a.m.-12:45 p.m.

Nonstop3h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/6

9:14 p.m.-8:24 a.m.

1 stop12h 10m

C$ 327

EdmontonChicago

YEG - MDW

YEGMDW

Edmonton

Sun 25/5

7:00 a.m.-6:45 p.m.

2 stops10h 45m

Chicago Midway

Wed 28/5

12:48 p.m.-7:48 p.m.

1 stop8h 00m

C$ 361

EdmontonChicago

YEG - ORD

YEGORD

Edmonton

Sat 31/5

7:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

2 stops8h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/6

8:40 a.m.-3:58 p.m.

1 stop8h 18m

C$ 361

EdmontonChicago

YEG - ORD

YEGORD

Edmonton

Thu 17/4

11:55 a.m.-11:59 p.m.

1 stop11h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 22/4

7:19 p.m.-10:54 a.m.

1 stop16h 35m

C$ 498

EdmontonChicago

YEG - MDW

YEGMDW

Edmonton

Wed 23/4

12:05 a.m.-4:40 p.m.

1 stop15h 35m

Chicago Midway

Mon 28/4

8:01 p.m.-5:57 p.m.

2 stops22h 56m

C$ 635

EdmontonChicago

YEG - MDW

YEGMDW

Edmonton

Tue 22/4

9:45 a.m.-5:19 p.m.

1 stop6h 34m

Chicago Midway

Tue 29/4

12:48 p.m.-7:48 p.m.

1 stop8h 00m

C$ 735

EdmontonChicago

YEG - MDW

YEGMDW

Edmonton

Tue 29/4

8:00 a.m.-10:20 a.m.

2 stops25h 20m

Chicago Midway

Mon 5/5

9:40 a.m.-11:35 p.m.

2 stops14h 55m

C$ 773

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Best time to book a flight from Edmonton to Chicago

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Edmonton to Chicago

How far ahead should I book a flight from Edmonton to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Edmonton to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

The best time to book flights from Edmonton to Chicago is 48 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edmonton to Chicago?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edmonton to Chicago (average of C$ 261). Flying from Edmonton to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 355). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from YEG to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Edmonton to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 March 2025.

When flying from Edmonton to Chicago, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 42% versus a flight at noon.

Rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 43.0 - 125.0 mm per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 125.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 43.0 mm.

Temperature in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -5.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated 27 March 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and Porter Airlines from Edmonton to Chicago to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,895 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
276 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
WestJet
7.2
Good
2,785 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Edmonton to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Edmonton to Chicago?

    If you book a flight to Chicago from Edmonton, you will be flying from Edmonton, which is the city’s only airport. Edmonton (YEG) is located 26.9 km from the centre of Edmonton. There are 0 flights from Edmonton to Chicago per day from 4 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Edmonton to Chicago round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Edmonton to Chicago is WestJet. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 238 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Air Canada, starting at C$ 254 and C$ 327 round-trip. WestJet is priced at 64% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Edmonton to Chicago one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Air Canada. According to our data, you can fly for as low as C$ 157. Users have also found prices from C$ 174 and C$ 183 on WestJet and United Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Edmonton to Chicago?

    While on average a flight from Edmonton to Chicago is generally C$ 357, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is C$ 158. When looking at the most popular route, (Edmonton - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay C$ 254 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Edmonton to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Edmonton to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Edmonton to Chicago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Edmonton to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Edmonton to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edmonton to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edmonton to Chicago?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edmonton to Chicago (average of C$ 261). Flying from Edmonton to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 355). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Edmonton to Chicago

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DeltaCheapestC$ 151AverageC$ 483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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WestJetCheapestC$ 230AverageC$ 360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 250AverageC$ 517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 308AverageC$ 584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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