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Cheap flights from Chicago to Edmonton

O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG). 1,417 miles, 3h 25m nonstop.

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ORD to YEG at a glance

Computed from airline schedules and the fares we track for this route. Refreshed several times a day.

Distance
1,417 milesgreat-circle
Typical flight time
3h 25mnonstop, gate to gate
Nonstop airlines
UA1 airlineUnited
Nonstop flights per day
1all airlines combined
Cheapest month
February 2027over the next six months
Best day to fly
Tuesday16% less than Sunday
Time difference
1h behindEdmonton vs Chicago

Chicago to Edmonton

Round trips from $164

Per traveler, taxes and fees included. Lowest fare we found departs Tue, Feb 2.

Cheapest month: February 2027

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Chicago to Edmonton fares by month

Lowest round-trip economy fare per traveler in each of the next six months, taxes and fees included. Select a month to search that date.

  1. September 2026from Tue, Sep 29$223
  2. October 2026from Tue, Oct 6$178
  3. November 2026from Tue, Nov 10$180
  4. December 2026from Wed, Dec 9$182
  5. January 2027from Wed, Jan 13$167
  6. February 2027from Tue, Feb 2$164

Airlines flying Chicago to Edmonton

1 airline flies nonstop with 1 departures a day combined, plus 5 more with one stop.

Connecting options

Hubs where one airline can carry you on both legs, most choices first.

Which airport should I use?

Chicago has 2 airports. Fares can differ by $50 to $150 round trip between them, so check the alternatives before you book.

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Tips for this route

  • Only United flies this route nonstop, which keeps nonstop fares firm. A one-stop itinerary through DEN or YYZ is usually cheaper if you can spare the extra three to five hours.
  • February 2027 is the cheapest month to fly over the next six months, with round trips from $164; September 2026 is the most expensive at $223 and up, a difference of $59 per traveler.
  • Departing on a Tuesday averages 16% less than a Sunday on this route. If your dates are flexible, shift the outbound by a day or two and check the calendar view before you book.
  • Book 6 to 12 weeks ahead; fares climb in the last three weeks and around holidays.
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Chicago to Edmonton: common questions

How long is the flight from Chicago to Edmonton?

A nonstop flight from Chicago (ORD) to Edmonton (YEG) takes about 3h 25m gate to gate, covering 1,417 miles. Connecting itineraries add the layover, typically 2 to 5 hours more in total.

Which airlines fly nonstop from ORD to YEG?

United Airlines operates nonstop flights from Chicago (ORD) to Edmonton (YEG), with 1 nonstop departure a day between them. One-stop options connect through DEN, YYZ and YYC.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Edmonton?

Over the next six months, February 2027 has the lowest round-trip fares from Chicago (ORD) to Edmonton (YEG), starting at $164 per traveler including taxes and fees. Within any month, Tuesday departures average the lowest prices.

How far in advance should I book Chicago to Edmonton flights?

Book 6 to 12 weeks ahead; fares climb in the last three weeks and around holidays. Air1 Tickets includes free cancellation within 24 hours of booking on every fare, so you can lock in a good price and keep looking.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Edmonton?

Edmonton is 1 hour behind Chicago. ORD is on America/Chicago time and YEG on America/Edmonton time. Departure and arrival times in search results are always shown in local time at each airport.

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