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Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chicago from C$ 161

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 4/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — CHI
20 avr. — 27 avr.1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Vancouver Intl to Chicago are usually found in January or April, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Vancouver Intl to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Vancouver Intl (YVR) 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 15 avril 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 291

One-way from

C$ 217

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 446

Good round-trip deal

C$ 464 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 232 or less
25/5-25/5
  • 25/5-25/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 15m total
  • Vancouver to Chicago
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29/5
  • 29/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 14m total
  • Vancouver to Chicago
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Vancouver Intl to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver Intl to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 avril 2025.

ven. 25/711:35 p.m.YVR - ORD
Nonstop4h 03mAir Canada
dim. 27/77:35 p.m.ORD - YVR
Nonstop4h 43mAir Canada
Deal found 15/4C$ 224
ven. 25/76:15 p.m.YVR - ORD
1 stop16h 24mWestJet
dim. 27/75:30 p.m.ORD - YVR
1 stop7h 05mWestJet
Deal found 15/4C$ 256
dim. 25/57:00 a.m.YVR - ORD
1 stop7h 44mMultiple Airlines
dim. 25/56:59 p.m.ORD - YVR
1 stop21h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4C$ 291
mar. 22/76:45 a.m.YVR - MDW
2 stops9h 18mDelta
dim. 27/71:00 p.m.MDW - YVR
2 stops11h 22mDelta
Deal found 15/4C$ 342
jeu. 5/612:30 p.m.YVR - ORD
1 stop9h 29mDelta
lun. 9/66:15 p.m.ORD - YVR
1 stop6h 44mDelta
Deal found 15/4C$ 342
sam. 10/511:00 p.m.YVR - MDW
1 stop12h 34mMultiple Airlines
mar. 13/59:34 a.m.MDW - YVR
2 stops14h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4C$ 368
jeu. 12/611:54 p.m.YVR - ORD
Nonstop4h 06mAmerican Airlines
dim. 15/68:04 p.m.ORD - YVR
Nonstop4h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 14/4C$ 368
jeu. 15/56:15 a.m.YVR - ORD
Nonstop4h 17mUnited Airlines
lun. 26/55:02 a.m.ORD - YVR
1 stop10h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/4C$ 394
sam. 26/46:00 a.m.YVR - ORD
1 stop6h 48mAlaska Airlines
dim. 27/46:00 a.m.ORD - YVR
1 stop8h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 15/4C$ 509
jeu. 29/57:00 a.m.YVR - MDW
2 stops31h 54mPorter Airlines
dim. 1/69:40 a.m.MDW - YVR
2 stops13h 21mPorter Airlines
Deal found 15/4C$ 752
mer. 13/87:30 p.m.YVR - MDW
2 stops12h 21mWestJet
lun. 18/89:20 a.m.MDW - YVR
2 stops13h 15mWestJet
Deal found 15/4C$ 998

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chicago that are best for you.

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Vancouver Intl

Fly to

Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverChicago

YVR - ORD

YVRORD

Vancouver Intl

ven. 25/7

11:35 p.m.-5:38 a.m.

Nonstop4h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dim. 27/7

7:35 p.m.-10:18 p.m.

Nonstop4h 43m

C$ 224

VancouverChicago

YVR - ORD

YVRORD

Vancouver Intl

ven. 25/7

6:15 p.m.-12:39 p.m.

1 stop16h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dim. 27/7

5:30 p.m.-10:35 p.m.

1 stop7h 05m

C$ 256

VancouverChicago

YVR - ORD

YVRORD

Vancouver Intl

dim. 25/5

7:00 a.m.-4:44 p.m.

1 stop7h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dim. 25/5

6:59 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

1 stop21h 31m

C$ 291

VancouverChicago

YVR - MDW

YVRMDW

Vancouver Intl

mar. 22/7

6:45 a.m.-6:03 p.m.

2 stops9h 18m

Chicago Midway

dim. 27/7

1:00 p.m.-10:22 p.m.

2 stops11h 22m

C$ 342

VancouverChicago

YVR - ORD

YVRORD

Vancouver Intl

jeu. 5/6

12:30 p.m.-11:59 p.m.

1 stop9h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 9/6

6:15 p.m.-10:59 p.m.

1 stop6h 44m

C$ 342

VancouverChicago

YVR - ORD

YVRORD

Vancouver Intl

jeu. 12/6

11:54 p.m.-6:00 a.m.

Nonstop4h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dim. 15/6

8:04 p.m.-10:58 p.m.

Nonstop4h 54m

C$ 368

VancouverChicago

YVR - ORD

YVRORD

Vancouver Intl

jeu. 15/5

6:15 a.m.-12:32 p.m.

Nonstop4h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 26/5

5:02 a.m.-1:36 p.m.

1 stop10h 34m

C$ 394

VancouverChicago

YVR - MDW

YVRMDW

Vancouver Intl

ven. 30/5

9:30 a.m.-10:14 p.m.

1 stop10h 44m

Chicago Midway

lun. 2/6

6:25 a.m.-11:59 p.m.

1 stop19h 34m

C$ 423

VancouverChicago

YVR - ORD

YVRORD

Vancouver Intl

sam. 26/4

6:00 a.m.-2:48 p.m.

1 stop6h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dim. 27/4

6:00 a.m.-12:33 p.m.

1 stop8h 33m

C$ 509

VancouverChicago

YVR - MDW

YVRMDW

Vancouver Intl

mer. 7/5

4:35 p.m.-8:19 a.m.

1 stop13h 44m

Chicago Midway

dim. 18/5

5:20 p.m.-11:10 a.m.

2 stops19h 50m

C$ 562

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Best time to book a flight from Vancouver Intl to Chicago

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chicago

How far ahead should I book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Vancouver Intl to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2025.

Booking 87 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chicago. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chicago?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Vancouver Intl 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 15 avril 2025.

When flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chicago, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 35% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Vancouver Intl to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 23 June 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Vancouver Intl Airport to Chicago flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Vancouver Intl 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 15 avril 2025.

The most flights from YVR to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 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 15 avril 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Porter Airlines and Delta from Vancouver to Chicago to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,871 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,871 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,871 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
281 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,871 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,918 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,871 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,658 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,871 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,871 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chicago round-trip?

    WestJet, at C$ 300, was found to be the cheapest airline from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chicago.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air Canada and Delta. WestJet is 41% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chicago one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chicago are WestJet (C$ 225), Air Canada (C$ 229), and Delta (C$ 236).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Vancouver Intl Airport 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Chicago on time: Avianca (94%), Air Canada (85%), United Airlines (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chicago?

    On average you can expect to pay C$ 1,180 for a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is C$ 183 while the most popular route, (Vancouver Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at C$ 224.

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

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Vancouver Intl 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Chicago?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chicago (average of C$ 261). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport 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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WestJetCheapestC$ 301AverageC$ 420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 329AverageC$ 560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapestC$ 361AverageC$ 571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 369AverageC$ 549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 392AverageC$ 539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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