Winnipeg to Chicago (YWG–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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AC3920
AC Air Canada
E7W
2:20 PM
CDT
4:45 PM
CDT
2h 25m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AV2179
AV avianca
E75L
2:20 PM
CDT
4:45 PM
CDT
2h 25m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA5639
UA United
E7W
5:57 PM
CDT
8:13 PM
CDT
2h 16m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AC3681
AC Air Canada
E75L
9:15 AM
CDT T2
11:57 AM
CDT
2h 42m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA5475
UA United
E7W
12:10 PM
CDT T2
2:45 PM
CDT
2h 35m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Winnipeg to Chicago
3 carriers, 21 flights/week nonstop.
3 Airlines 21 Flights/wk 707 mi 2h 16m nonstop 29 1-stop hubs

YWG–ORD is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada, avianca and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 707 miles in approximately 2h 16m. Beyond nonstop, 29 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop YWG–ORD service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
AC Air Canada 7 E7W 2h25 61% Star Alliance
AV avianca 7 E75L 2h25 61% Star Alliance
UA United Airlines 7 E7W 2h16 61% Star Alliance
Aircraft on this route
E75L Embraer E175 Long Wing – AV
E7W Embraer E175 – AC, UA
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: AC + AV + UA (21 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, YWG to ORD direction.
Mon
3
flights
Tue
3
flights
Wed
3
flights
Thu
3
flights
Fri
3
flights
Sat
3
flights
Sun
3
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
3
Nonstop flights
21
Outbound / wk
14
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for YWG to ORD.
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One-Stop Connections
29
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~33h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,242
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
YWG → ORD
61%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
61%
Arriving
80%
Return
ORD → YWG
66%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
66%
Arriving
83%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. YWG delays → ORD delays →

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Chicago is 0 hours the same as Winnipeg.
YWG: CDT · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Winnipeg, it's 6:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
707 mi / 1,138 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 16m to 2h 25m.
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.

YWG–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Winnipeg to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance707 mi / 1,138 km
Flight time2h 16m to 2h 25m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)3
Weekly flights21 out / 14 return
1-stop connections29 hubs
Origin: YWG
IATA / ICAOYWG / CYWG
TimezoneAmerica/Winnipeg
Passengers/yr4.2M
Elevation783 ft / 239 m
Destination: ORD
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about YWG to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 2h 16m to 2h 25m. The route covers 707 miles.
3 airlines operate nonstop service: Air Canada, avianca and United Airlines.
There are approximately 21 nonstop flights per week from YWG to ORD. The return direction has about 14 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through YHM, SDF, MEM, YLW, IAD, BED, SCF, PSP, LAX, IAH, PLS, SJD, ATL, MCO, CUN, DEN, LAS, FLL, YYZ, YOW, MSP, LIR, YVR, YYC, YUL, PHX, PUJ, PVR and MBJ. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from ORD to YWG are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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 YWG to ORD

Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada, avianca and United Airlines. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

YWG to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from YWG to ORD ranges from 2 hours 16 minutes to 2 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 707 miles (1,138 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 35 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

29 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via YHM. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.