Quebec to Chicago (YQB–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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AC4246
AC Air Canada
E7W
3:00 PM
ADT
5:02 PM
CDT
3h 2m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA3707
UA United
E7W
3:00 PM
ADT
5:02 PM
CDT
3h 2m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA3429
UA United
E7W
10:30 AM
CDT T2
2:03 PM
ADT
2h 33m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Quebec to Chicago
2 carriers, 15 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 15 Flights/wk 878 mi 3h 2m nonstop -2h behind 16 1-stop hubs

YQB–ORD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 878 miles in approximately 3h 2m. Beyond nonstop, 16 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop YQB–ORD service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
AC Air Canada 7 E7W 3h02 100% Star Alliance
UA United Airlines 7 E7W 3h02 100% Star Alliance
Aircraft on this route
E7W Embraer E175 – AC, UA
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: AC + UA (14 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, YQB to ORD direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
2
flights
Wed
2
flights
Thu
2
flights
Fri
2
flights
Sat
2
flights
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
15
Outbound / wk
8
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for YQB to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
16
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~30h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
762
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
YQB → ORD
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Arriving
100%
Return
ORD → YQB
30%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
30%
Arriving
100%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. YQB delays → ORD delays →

Other ways to reach Chicago from Quebec

Nearby airports with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Metric YQB→ORD YUL→ORD BTV→ORD
Distance from YQB 145 mi 181 mi
Nonstop airlines 2 6 5
Weekly flights 15 112 64
Flight time 3h 2m 2h 24m 2h 22m
Departure OTP 100%
Airports within 200 miles of YQB with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2h
Chicago is 2 hours behind Quebec.
YQB: ADT · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Quebec, it's 4:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
878 mi / 1,414 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 2m to 4h 28m.
Visa & Entry

Canadian citizens do not need a visa or ESTA to enter the United States for tourism or business stays up to 6 months. A valid Canadian passport is required for air travel. Land and sea crossings also accept a NEXUS card, enhanced driver's license, or FAST card. At the border, officers determine the length of stay and may ask for proof of ties to Canada and a return plan.

Getting from ORD

CTA Blue Line runs 24/7 from O'Hare to downtown Chicago (45 min, $5). Taxis use a flat-rate zone system; downtown is around $40–45 plus tip. Ride-shares are typically $30–50.The Airport Transit System (ATS) connects all terminals and parking. Metra commuter rail does not serve O'Hare directly; transfer downtown via Blue Line.

Chicago Climate

Continental climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and humid (25–32°C) with afternoon thunderstorms. Winters are cold (−10 to −2°C) with heavy snowfall that regularly delays flights December through March.

Spring and fall are mild but unpredictable. Pack layers. Lake Michigan moderates temperatures near the lakefront, but O'Hare sits inland and runs colder.

YQB–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Quebec to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance878 mi / 1,414 km
Flight time3h 2m to 4h 28m
Time difference-2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights15 out / 8 return
1-stop connections16 hubs
Origin: YQB
IATA / ICAOYQB / CYQB
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton
Passengers/yr1.7M
Elevation244 ft / 74 m
Destination: ORD
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about YQB to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from Quebec Jean Lesage International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 3h 2m to 4h 28m. The route covers 878 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Air Canada and United Airlines.
There are approximately 15 nonstop flights per week from YQB to ORD. The return direction has about 8 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through JFK, FRG, YWG, FPR, MBJ, FLL, MCO, CUN, YYZ, YUL, EWR, YOW, PUJ, CDG, AUS and PVR. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago is 2 hours behind Quebec.
Yes, return flights from ORD to YQB are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include YUL and BTV. 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 YQB to ORD

Quebec Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada and United Airlines. With 15 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

YQB to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from YQB to ORD ranges from 3 hours 2 minutes to 4 hours 28 minutes. The route covers a distance of 878 miles (1,414 km). There are approximately 15 weekly flights outbound and 8 return, totaling 23 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

16 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via JFK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Montréal (YUL) and Burlington (BTV).