Calgary to Chicago (YYC–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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1,382 mi airlines 42/wk
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WS1610
WS WestJet
737
9:00 AM
MDT
1:35 PM
CDT
3h 35m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA1655
UA United
738
12:32 PM
MDT
5:04 PM
CDT
3h 32m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AC4026
AC Air Canada
B38M
12:33 PM
MDT
5:05 PM
CDT
3h 32m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AV2181
AV avianca
B38M
12:33 PM
MDT
5:05 PM
CDT
3h 32m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AA4161
AA American
E75
1:30 PM
MDT
6:10 PM
CDT
3h 40m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AA3777
AA American
E75
1:30 PM
MDT TE
6:10 PM
CDT
3h 40m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA764
UA United
319
8:40 AM
CDT T1
11:12 AM
MDT
3h 32m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AC4027
AC Air Canada
B38M
8:41 AM
CDT T1
11:31 AM
MDT
3h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AA4161
AA American
E75
9:41 AM
CDT T3
12:50 PM
MDT
4h 9m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AA3777
AA American
E70
9:41 AM
CDT T3
12:50 PM
MDT
4h 9m
M T W T F S S
Prices
WS1611
WS WestJet
737
2:20 PM
CDT T5
5:15 PM
MDT
3h 55m
M T W T F S S
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Calgary to Chicago
5 carriers, 42 flights/week nonstop.
5 Airlines 42 Flights/wk 1,382 mi 3h 32m nonstop +1h ahead 66 1-stop hubs

YYC–ORD is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Air Canada and avianca lead the route. The flight covers 1,382 miles in approximately 3h 32m. Beyond nonstop, 66 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop YYC–ORD service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
AA American Airlines 14 E75 3h40 79% Oneworld
AC Air Canada 7 B38M 3h32 79% Star Alliance
AV avianca 7 B38M 3h32 79% Star Alliance
UA United Airlines 7 738 3h32 79% Star Alliance
WS WestJet 7 737 3h35 79%
Aircraft on this route
737 Boeing 737-700 – WS
738 Boeing 737-800 – UA
B38MAC, AV
E75 Embraer E175 – AA
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: AC + AV + UA (21 flights/wk, 50%)
Oneworld: AA (14 flights/wk, 33%)
Unaffiliated: WS (7 flights/wk, 17%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, YYC to ORD direction.
Mon
6
flights
Tue
6
flights
Wed
6
flights
Thu
6
flights
Fri
6
flights
Sat
6
flights
Sun
6
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
6
Nonstop flights
42
Outbound / wk
35
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for YYC to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
66
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~35h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
3,341
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
YYC → ORD
79%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
79%
Arriving
79%
Return
ORD → YYC
44%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
44%
Arriving
92%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. YYC delays → ORD delays →

Other ways to reach Chicago from Calgary

Nearby airports with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Metric YYC→ORD FCA→ORD
Distance from YYC 194 mi
Nonstop airlines 5 1
Weekly flights 42 5
Flight time 3h 32m 3h 31m
Departure OTP 79%
Airports within 200 miles of YYC with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Chicago is 1 hour ahead of Calgary.
YYC: MDT · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Calgary, it's 7:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
1,382 mi / 2,224 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 32m to 3h 40m.
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.

YYC–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Calgary to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance1,382 mi / 2,224 km
Flight time3h 32m to 3h 40m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)5
Weekly flights42 out / 35 return
1-stop connections66 hubs
Origin: YYC
IATA / ICAOYYC / CYYC
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton
Passengers/yr18.0M
Elevation3,557 ft / 1,084 m
Destination: ORD
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about YYC to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from Calgary International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 3h 32m to 3h 40m. The route covers 1,382 miles.
5 airlines operate nonstop service: American Airlines, Air Canada, avianca, United Airlines and WestJet.
There are approximately 42 nonstop flights per week from YYC to ORD. The return direction has about 35 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through YLW, BZN, DTW, CMH, YHM, CVG, MAF, SCF, BED, DAL, TEB, IAD, RDU, LGA, APF, OPF, BZE, SLC, MSP, DFW, ATL, KOA, DEN, LUX, SAN, YUL, LIR, YWG, PUJ, LAS, PHX, YYZ, YVR, LAX, AMS, YOW, IAH, FRA, LHR, SFO, BNA, SEA, JFK, EWR, ANC, MCO, NRT, GDL, PSP, SNA, MEX, TPA, TUS, FLL, CDG, CUN, PVR, BFI, PTY, SJD, MBJ, CZM, ZIH, NAS, OGG and HNL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago is 1 hour ahead of Calgary.
Yes, return flights from ORD to YYC are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include FCA. 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 YYC to ORD

Calgary International Airport (YYC) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Air Canada, avianca, United Airlines and WestJet. With 42 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.

YYC to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from YYC to ORD ranges from 3 hours 32 minutes to 3 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,382 miles (2,224 km). There are approximately 42 weekly flights outbound and 35 return, totaling 77 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

66 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via YLW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Kalispell (FCA).