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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 606
Typical prices: C$ 548-C$ 934
WestJet, Air Canada
Tue 23/10Wed 31/10
ORD - YEG • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 278
Typical prices: C$ 241-C$ 541
Air Canada
Tue 6/11
ORD - YEG • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Edmonton. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
24 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 58% compared to booking last minute.
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April
Cheapest • 21% price drop
June
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Calgary (YYC)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 579 (round-trip)
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Shortest trip • 6h 33m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Edmonton (ORD-YEG)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Edmonton

Fri, 23 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
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5:30 p.m. - 12:44 a.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YEG Edmonton
8h 14m1 stop Calgary
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6:00 a.m. - 2:52 p.m.YEG  Edmonton-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 52m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 606Multiple Airlines
Tue, 1 Dec - Sat, 5 Dec
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7:05 a.m. - 5:59 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YEG Edmonton
10h 54m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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7:00 a.m. - 1:52 p.m.YEG  Edmonton-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 52m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 613Air Canada
Fri, 11 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec
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7:05 a.m. - 5:59 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YEG Edmonton
10h 54m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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1:50 a.m. - 10:07 a.m.YEG  Edmonton-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 17m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 613Air Canada
Wed, 25 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
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1:55 p.m. - 11:49 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YEG Edmonton
9h 54m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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7:00 a.m. - 1:52 p.m.YEG  Edmonton-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 52m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 613Air Canada
Tue, 1 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
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1:55 p.m. - 11:49 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YEG Edmonton
9h 54m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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7:00 a.m. - 1:52 p.m.YEG  Edmonton-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 52m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 613Air Canada
Tue, 3 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov
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1:55 p.m. - 11:49 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YEG Edmonton
9h 54m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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6:00 a.m. - 2:38 p.m.YEG  Edmonton-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 38m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 619Air Canada
Wed, 11 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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8:45 a.m. - 7:13 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YEG Edmonton
10h 28m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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6:50 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.YEG  Edmonton-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 10m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 619Air Canada
Wed, 11 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
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10:15 a.m. - 9:18 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YEG Edmonton
11h 03m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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12:05 a.m. - 8:23 a.m.YEG  Edmonton-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 18m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 626Air Canada
Thu, 29 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
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10:15 a.m. - 7:18 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YEG Edmonton
10h 03m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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6:00 a.m. - 2:38 p.m.YEG  Edmonton-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 38m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 626Air Canada
Fri, 6 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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8:45 a.m. - 7:13 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YEG Edmonton
10h 28m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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6:00 a.m. - 2:38 p.m.YEG  Edmonton-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 38m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 626Air Canada
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edmonton flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edmonton?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edmonton. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 28% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edmonton?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edmonton at C$ 549 round-trip.
•July (C$ 935) and March (C$ 906) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 70% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edmonton the cheapest?

Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edmonton are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 58% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Chicago to Edmonton

 
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on ORD

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Kaitlyn McInnis

Kaitlyn McInnis

Expert on YEG

Kaitlyn is a guidebook author and travel writer splitting her time between Atlantic Canada and Istanbul, Türkiye. She has visited over fifty countries and all seven continents, so she is very familiar with many hotels, airports and airlines around the globe. But her favorite type of vacation is sunbathing by the sea with a good book in hand.

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Key details for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edmonton flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

C$ 278
Beat the crowds with an average 38% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 64% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edmonton

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Your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edmonton flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edmonton?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edmonton.

  • How long does a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edmonton take?

    A direct flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edmonton takes 00m, covering 3,667 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edmonton?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edmonton flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edmonton range from C$ 548 to C$ 934, with an average of C$ 696 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 548 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edmonton flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 32% above the C$ 696 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edmonton?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 579 round-trip via Calgary (YYC), compared to C$ 664 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edmonton?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 57–C$ 98 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edmonton?

    The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines and Air Canada. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

  • Have flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edmonton changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 606 to C$ 2,002. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edmonton looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edmonton are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 315, which is 14% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Edmonton Airport (YEG)?

    Edmonton Airport (YEG) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 22 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Thrifty
    • Alamo
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Dollar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edmonton?

    Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edmonton usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at Edmonton (YEG).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edmonton pass through?

    One-stop flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edmonton most commonly connect through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) – 41% of one-stop connections
    • Calgary (YYC) – 34% of one-stop connections
    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) – 3% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edmonton?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edmonton. Friday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 630 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 891, a difference of C$ 261.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edmonton?

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 33m, compared with 7h 06m via Calgary (YYC) and 7h 49m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Edmonton?

    Edmonton is 1 hour behind Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (Mountain Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edmonton flights?

    Among airlines operating Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edmonton flights:

    • United Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edmonton flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in First Class
    • Air Canada: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edmonton flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average C$ 630, about C$ 261 less than Sunday fares (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 58% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edmonton trip for April. Fares historically average C$ 549 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 386 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Calgary Airport (YYC) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 579 round-trip on this route – about C$ 86 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Edmonton Airport.

    • Renaissance Edmonton Airport Hotel
    • Fairfield by Marriott Edmonton International Airport

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