Chicago to Edmonton (MDW–YEG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Chicago to Edmonton
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 1,431 mi 3h 27m nonstop -1h behind 46 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between MDW and YEG, connecting options are available through 46 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MDW to YEG.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
46
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~22h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
986
Candidates
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Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Other ways to reach Edmonton from Chicago

Nearby airports with service to Edmonton International Airport.
Metric MDW→YEG ORD→YEG MKE→YEG
Distance from MDW 15 mi 81 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 3 1
Weekly flights 1 4
Flight time 3h 27m 4h 7m 2h 53m
Departure OTP 100%
Airports within 200 miles of MDW with service to Edmonton International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Edmonton is 1 hour behind Chicago.
MDW: CDT · YEG: MDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 5:00 PM in Edmonton.
Distance & Flight Time
1,431 mi / 2,304 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 27m.
Visa & Entry

US passport holders enter Canada without a visa for stays up to 6 months. No eTA is needed when arriving by air with a US passport. Passport must be valid for the duration of the stay. A return or onward ticket and proof of funds may be requested at the border.

MDW–YEG Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago to Edmonton route.
Route details
Distance1,431 mi / 2,304 km
Flight time3h 27m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections46 hubs
Origin: MDW
IATA / ICAOMDW / KMDW
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr20.7M
Elevation620 ft / 189 m
Destination: YEG
IATA / ICAOYEG / CYEG
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton
Passengers/yr8.5M
Elevation2,373 ft / 723 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MDW to YEG flights.
Nonstop flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Edmonton International Airport take approximately 3h 27m. The route covers 1,431 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from MDW to YEG. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through YVR, MKE, RAP, PWK, CPR, YYC, DSM, MKC, YWG, PDK, ORD, YYZ, IAD, SLC, YOW, AUS, YLW, GSP, YHU, CPS, LGB, OTH, SAT, SCF, SMF, ATL, TUS, PDX, TRM, SNA, PSP, IAH, BCT, UDD, MCO, SJD, CUN, MBJ, PUJ, LAX, DEN, LAS, SEA, PHX, MSP and SFO. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Edmonton is 1 hour behind Chicago.
Yes, return flights from YEG to MDW are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include ORD and MKE. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from MDW to YEG

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and Edmonton International Airport (YEG) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

MDW to YEG Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MDW to YEG ranges from 3 hours 27 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,431 miles (2,304 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

46 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via YVR. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chicago (ORD) and Milwaukee (MKE).