Montréal to Chicago (YUL–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
YUL–ORD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines and Qantas lead the route. The flight covers 746 miles in approximately 2h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 126 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: AS, IB, PD | 14 | E70, E75 | 2h40-2h54 | Oneworld | AS, IB, PD | |
| QF Qantas | 0 | – | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Chicago from Montréal
| Metric | YUL→ORD | BTV→ORD | YOW→ORD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from YUL | – | 75 mi | 94 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 7 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 193 | 96 | 56 |
| Flight time | 2h 25m | 2h 42m | 2h 20m |
| Departure OTP | 76% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
YUL: EDT · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Montréal, it's 5:00 PM in Chicago.
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.
The 747 Express bus runs 24/7 from downtown Montréal (Berri-UQAM and Lionel-Groulx métro stations) to Trudeau in 45–60 minutes for CAD $11 with a OPUS card or $11 cash. STM métro does not reach the airport; the 747 Express bus handles the city-airport connection. Taxis from downtown are metered at roughly CAD $45–55.Uber and Lyft operate from designated pick-up zones at departures level. Driving via Highway 20 West is straightforward; the airport has structured parking directly attached to the terminal starting at CAD $5/30 min, with economy lots farther out.
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.
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.
YUL–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YUL to ORD
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and Qantas. With 193 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
YUL to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YUL to ORD ranges from 2 hours 25 minutes to 3 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 746 miles (1,200 km). There are approximately 193 weekly flights outbound and 148 return, totaling 341 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
126 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via YHM. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Burlington (BTV) and Ottawa (YOW).