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Cheap flights from Toronto to Chicago from C$ 188

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 29/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YTO — CHI
25 Feb — 4 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Toronto to Chicago are usually found in April or March, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Toronto (YTO) 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 20 February 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 290

One-way from

C$ 188

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

C$ 405

Good round-trip deal

C$ 282 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 175 or less
Porter Airlines
  • Porter Airlines
  • 20/3-24/3
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 32m total
  • Toronto to Chicago
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 29/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 5h 22m total
  • Toronto to Chicago
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (C$ 28 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Toronto (YTO) to Chicago (CHI).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Toronto (YTO) to Chicago (CHI).

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Cheapest flights from Toronto to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Toronto to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 February 2025.

Thu 20/33:50 p.m.YTZ - MDW
Nonstop1h 50mPorter Airlines
Mon 24/35:35 p.m.MDW - YTZ
Nonstop1h 42mPorter Airlines
Deal found 19/2C$ 290
Fri 30/57:25 a.m.YTZ - ORD
1 stop4h 59mAir Canada
Mon 2/610:40 a.m.ORD - YTZ
1 stop6h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 18/2C$ 296
Fri 6/62:00 p.m.YYZ - ORD
1 stop5h 53mAir Canada
Sun 8/610:40 a.m.ORD - YYZ
1 stop6h 18mAir Canada
Deal found 19/2C$ 304
Sat 22/37:55 p.m.YYZ - ORD
1 stop13h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/36:25 p.m.ORD - YYZ
2 stops28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2C$ 318
Mon 17/39:30 a.m.YTZ - MDW
Nonstop1h 50mAir Transat
Thu 20/35:35 p.m.MDW - YTZ
Nonstop1h 42mAir Transat
Deal found 19/2C$ 325
Sat 12/46:30 a.m.YYZ - MDW
1 stop13h 03mWestJet
Sun 20/410:20 a.m.MDW - YYZ
1 stop24h 14mWestJet
Deal found 20/2C$ 347
Sun 4/58:15 a.m.YYZ - ORD
Nonstop1h 55mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/58:25 p.m.ORD - YYZ
Nonstop1h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/2C$ 351
Thu 20/310:20 a.m.YYZ - MDW
1 stop3h 16mDelta
Mon 24/32:55 p.m.MDW - YYZ
1 stop6h 43mDelta
Deal found 19/2C$ 351
Fri 18/49:45 a.m.YYZ - ORD
1 stop7h 23mDelta
Sat 19/45:00 p.m.ORD - YYZ
1 stop4h 55mDelta
Deal found 20/2C$ 359
Fri 18/49:30 a.m.YTZ - MDW
Nonstop1h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 19/412:55 p.m.MDW - YTZ
Nonstop1h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2C$ 361
Sat 3/51:15 p.m.YYZ - ORD
Nonstop1h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/59:45 a.m.ORD - YYZ
1 stop6h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 19/2C$ 367
Sun 16/36:30 a.m.YYZ - ORD
1 stop16h 17mWestJet
Sat 22/37:10 p.m.ORD - YYZ
1 stop17h 23mWestJet
Deal found 18/2C$ 378

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Fly from

Toronto

Fly to

Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

TorontoChicago

YTZ - MDW

YTZMDW

Toronto Island

Thu 20/3

3:50 p.m.-4:40 p.m.

Nonstop1h 50m

Chicago Midway

Mon 24/3

5:35 p.m.-8:17 p.m.

Nonstop1h 42m

C$ 290

TorontoChicago

YTZ - ORD

YTZORD

Toronto Island

Fri 30/5

7:25 a.m.-11:24 a.m.

1 stop4h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/6

10:40 a.m.-5:50 p.m.

1 stop6h 10m

C$ 296

TorontoChicago

YYZ - ORD

YYZORD

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 6/6

7:00 a.m.-7:59 a.m.

Nonstop1h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/6

10:40 a.m.-5:58 p.m.

1 stop6h 18m

C$ 304

TorontoChicago

YYZ - ORD

YYZORD

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 22/3

7:55 p.m.-8:35 a.m.

1 stop13h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 25/3

6:25 p.m.-11:55 p.m.

2 stops28h 30m

C$ 318

TorontoChicago

YTZ - MDW

YTZMDW

Toronto Island

Mon 17/3

9:30 a.m.-10:20 a.m.

Nonstop1h 50m

Chicago Midway

Thu 20/3

5:35 p.m.-8:17 p.m.

Nonstop1h 42m

C$ 325

TorontoChicago

YYZ - MDW

YYZMDW

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 12/4

6:30 a.m.-6:33 p.m.

1 stop13h 03m

Chicago Midway

Sun 20/4

10:20 a.m.-11:34 a.m.

1 stop24h 14m

C$ 347

TorontoChicago

YYZ - ORD

YYZORD

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 4/5

8:15 a.m.-9:10 a.m.

Nonstop1h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/5

1:00 p.m.-3:46 p.m.

Nonstop1h 46m

C$ 351

TorontoChicago

YYZ - MDW

YYZMDW

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 20/3

10:20 a.m.-12:36 p.m.

1 stop3h 16m

Chicago Midway

Mon 24/3

2:55 p.m.-10:38 p.m.

1 stop6h 43m

C$ 351

TorontoChicago

YYZ - ORD

YYZORD

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 18/4

9:45 a.m.-4:08 p.m.

1 stop7h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 19/4

5:00 p.m.-10:55 p.m.

1 stop4h 55m

C$ 359

TorontoChicago

YTZ - MDW

YTZMDW

Toronto Island

Fri 18/4

9:30 a.m.-10:20 a.m.

Nonstop1h 50m

Chicago Midway

Sat 19/4

12:55 p.m.-3:37 p.m.

Nonstop1h 42m

C$ 361

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Best time to book a flight from Toronto to Chicago

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Travel insights for flights from Toronto to Chicago

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Toronto to Chicago including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Toronto to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Toronto to Chicago, you should look to book at least 77 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Toronto to Chicago (average of C$ 261). Flying from Toronto 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 YTO to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Toronto 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 20 February 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 66% on flights from Toronto to Chicago by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Toronto to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Toronto to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 30 June 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Toronto to Chicago flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Toronto to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Toronto to Chicago. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 20 February 2025.

The most flights from YTO to CHI are scheduled on a Thursday (55 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (40 on average).

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 20 February 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Porter Airlines and Air Transat from Toronto to Chicago by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Toronto to Chicago Travel Guide

O’Hare International Airport is on the northwest side of the city in Chicago. It’s about 14 miles away from the city centre. The airport was built to take over for Midway originally. It’s a busy airport that is a hub for major airlines like United and American Airlines.

Midway International Airport used to be the main airport in Chicago until O’Hare came along. This airport is still the second busiest one in the state of Illinois though. This is a major hub for Southwest Airlines.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Toronto to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve Toronto to Chicago flights?

    Flying out of Toronto to go to Chicago, you’ll show up to board your flight at Pearson International Airport in Toronto. Your flight will be heading for either Chicago O’Hare or Chicago Midway International Airport. You’ll find a variety of options for this route. You can fly direct, with one-stop, or more. There is a large range of prices for these flights.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Toronto to Chicago?

    You can find a lot of direct flights from Toronto to Chicago. American Airlines has a few from Pearson to O’Hare. They’re about two hours long. Air Canada flies the same route. United also flies non-stop between Pearson and O’Hare.

  • What are the stopover options between Toronto to Chicago?

    American Airlines has one-stop flights that land in Charlotte on the way to Chicago. This stopover varies in the time it adds to your travel day. You could be looking at six and a half hours, but also up to eleven hours. Delta makes a stopover in Detroit on the way to either Midway or O’Hare. These flights are only a few hours longer than the direct flights. Air Canada has a route that goes through Montreal before landing at O’Hare.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Toronto to Chicago?

    While you do need your passport because you’re passing over the border into the US, you do not need a visa if you’re only going for a leisure trip. If you will be working or going to school, or investing on your trip, then you will need some kind of visa.

  • How can passengers contribute to sustainability when flying from Toronto to Chicago?

    Pack a little if you want to minimize your carbon footprint when traveling from Toronto to Chicago. It is one of the easiest strategies for travelers to boost sustainable development. This is accurate since flying efficiently reduces the weight of the airplane, which in turn reduces fuel consumption. Before you even get to the runway, flying out of a green airport will reduce your carbon impact. These airports reduce their emissions through the use of alternative energy, the purchase of biofuels, or the application of green design principles during additions and upgrades.

  • What sustainability practices does Toronto Pearson International Airport offer?

    By 2030, Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) wants to have net-zero carbon emissions. It includes "Scope 1" emissions from the fleet of vehicles and natural gas consumption of the airport, as well as "Scope 2" emissions from the production of the airport's electrical needs. The airport's Scope 2 emissions, which make up 93% of emission levels within its operational procedures, will be totally eradicated by cutting power use and transitioning to 100% green sources. Toronto Pearson  Airport will continue to prioritize operational management while concentrating on indirect "Scope 3" emissions.

  • Which alternative means of transportation is available along this route?

    If you intend to travel from Toronto to Chicago without adding to global warming emissions, a flight is your best bet. Flying is the most environmentally beneficial form of transportation since it allows for the most efficient long-distance transportation of people. However, you should opt for nonstop flights, as they consume less fuel per passenger as compared to connecting flights. Alternatively, you can opt for Amtrak trains which are more sustainable compared to trains as they produce at least 50% fewer carbon emissions. The best part is some of these trains adopt green energy; hence are sustainable.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Toronto to Chicago is Porter Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 290 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air Canada and Air Transat, starting at C$ 296 and C$ 325 round-trip. Users have found that Porter Airlines is 26% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Toronto to Chicago are Air Canada (C$ 188), Air Transat (C$ 188), and Porter Airlines (C$ 190).

  • What are the most popular routes from Toronto to Chicago?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Toronto to Chicago?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Toronto to Chicago on time: Emirates (90%), Republic Airways (89%), ANA (84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Toronto to Chicago?

    On average you can expect to pay C$ 1,415 for a flight from Toronto to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is C$ 189 while the most popular route, (Toronto Pearson Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at C$ 304.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Toronto 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 Toronto to Chicago?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Toronto to Chicago (average of C$ 261). Flying from Toronto 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 267AverageC$ 367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 315AverageC$ 431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 350AverageC$ 463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 354AverageC$ 541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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WestJetCheapestC$ 451AverageC$ 611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Helpful tips for your next trip to Chicago

Get useful tips and recommendations to enhance your travel experience on your next trip to Chicago. Learn about must-visit attractions, local customs, transportation options, weather conditions, and other valuable tips to make your trip more enjoyable and hassle-free.
  • Flights from Toronto to Chicago depart from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ). The airport demonstrates its dedication to sustainability by using solar power to run its everyday activities.
  • United Airlines flying along this route endorses sustainability practices. The airline is adopting the use of Sustainable Aviation fuel (SAF) in its fleet and doing away with old planes while adopting modern ones which are fuel efficient.
  • Before booking your flight ticket, look for a green airport to reduce your carbon footprint. If you need information about sustainable airports like Chicago O’Hare (ORD), explore the carbon Airport Accreditation list.

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