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

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Chicago to Edmonton
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-1h behind 29 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between ORD and YEG, connecting options are available through 29 hubs.

Also explore ORD Routes YEG Routes ORD Live Flights YEG Live Flights ORD Delays YEG Delays
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for ORD to YEG.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
29
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~26h
Longest
MKC ~7h 6m RAP ~7h 18m SLC ~7h 32m GSP ~8h 14m ATL ~8h 35m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,625
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
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.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
ORD → YEG
57%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
57%
Arriving
87%
Return
YEG → ORD
94%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
94%
Arriving
83%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ORD delays → YEG delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 5:00 PM in Edmonton.
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.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to ORD

CTA Blue Line runs 24/7 from downtown Loop stations to O'Hare (45 min, $5). Pace buses serve suburbs. Ride-shares cost $35–55 from downtown depending on traffic; add 30+ minutes during rush hour on the Kennedy Expressway.Economy parking lots E/F connect via ATS people mover. Terminal 5 (international) is separate from Terminals 1–3; allow extra time for inter-terminal transfers.

Facts

ORD–YEG Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago to Edmonton route.
Route details
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections29 hubs
Origin: ORD
Full nameChicago O'Hare International Airport
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m
Destination: YEG
Full nameEdmonton International Airport
IATA / ICAOYEG / CYEG
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton
Passengers/yr8.5M
Elevation2,373 ft / 723 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ORD to YEG flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MKC, RAP, SLC, GSP, ATL, YYC, SJD, YOW, PUJ, MBJ, CUN, DEN, PVR, AUS, YUL, MCO, LAX, LAS, YVR, YYZ, AMS, PHX, MSP, SEA, HNL, IAH, OGG, YWG and PSP. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Edmonton is 1 hour behind Chicago.
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.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

29 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via MKC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.