Vancouver to Chicago (YVR–MDW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Vancouver to Chicago
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 1,773 mi 3h 12m nonstop +2h ahead 42 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between YVR and MDW, connecting options are available through 42 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for YVR to MDW.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
42
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~31h
Longest
BZN ~4h 51m APA ~5h 11m DSM ~5h 48m SDF ~6h 36m SCF ~6h 41m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,784
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
YVR → MDW
54%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
54%
Arriving
100%
Return
MDW → YVR
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Arriving
60%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. YVR delays → MDW delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Chicago from Vancouver

Nearby airports with service to Chicago Midway International Airport.
Metric YVR→MDW YYJ→MDW
Distance from YVR – 39 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 1 –
Flight time 3h 12m –
Departure OTP 54% –
Victoria (YYJ) to Chicago flights
Airports within 200 miles of YVR with service to Chicago Midway International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+2h
Chicago is 2 hours ahead of Vancouver.
YVR: PDT · MDW: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Vancouver, it's 8:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
1,773 mi / 2,853 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 12m.
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.

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

The Canada Line SkyTrain connects Waterfront Station in downtown Vancouver to the airport in 26 minutes for CAD $4.45 (Compass card, add-fare zone from zone 2). Trains run every 6–8 minutes from 05:00 to 01:00.Taxis to the airport from downtown cost CAD $35–45; Uber and Lyft operate from a designated ride-share zone at the Domestic and International terminals. Driving via Highway 99 South takes 20–35 minutes in normal traffic; budget more during evening rush on the Oak Street Bridge approach.

Facts

YVR–MDW Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Vancouver to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance1,773 mi / 2,853 km
Flight time3h 12m
Time difference+2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections42 hubs
Origin: YVR
Full nameVancouver International Airport
IATA / ICAOYVR / CYVR
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver
Passengers/yr26.5M
Elevation14 ft / 4 m
Destination: MDW
Full nameChicago Midway International Airport
IATA / ICAOMDW / KMDW
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr20.7M
Elevation620 ft / 189 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about YVR to MDW flights.
Nonstop flights from Vancouver International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport take approximately 3h 12m. The route covers 1,773 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from YVR to MDW.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BZN, APA, DSM, SDF, SCF, GSP, PIT, VNY, CVG, SJC, OAK, YYZ, GPT, TEB, SNA, HOU, PBI, BOS, ICT, MCO, FLL, SMF, SFO, SEA, MSP, PDX, LAX, DEN, LAS, PHX, MIA, ATL, DFW, SAN, SLC, EWR, ORD, GDL, IAH, CUN, PSP and SJD. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago is 2 hours ahead of Vancouver.
Yes, return flights from MDW to YVR are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include YYJ. 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 YVR to MDW

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

YVR to MDW Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from YVR to MDW ranges from 3 hours 12 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,773 miles (2,853 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

42 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via BZN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Victoria (YYJ).