YEG - CHI

C$ 170 Find Cheap Flights from Edmonton to Chicago

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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 283
Overall average: C$ 339
WestJet
Fri 10/4Mon 13/4
YEG - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 884
Air Canada
Sat 1/8Wed 5/8
YEG - ORD • Direct
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Security lines at YEG are generally stress-free.
Take the CTA Blue Line from ORD to downtown Chicago.
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Cheapest • from C$ 283 (round-trip)
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Cheap Flights from Edmonton to Chicago (YEG-CHI)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Edmonton to Chicago that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Edmonton to Chicago

Fri, 10 Apr - Mon, 13 Apr
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6:00 a.m. - 1:35 p.m.
YEG
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ORD
6h 35m
1 stop
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2:20 p.m. - 9:16 p.m.
ORD
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YEG
7h 56m
1 stop
C$ 283WestJet
Fri, 10 Apr - Mon, 13 Apr
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6:00 a.m. - 1:35 p.m.
YEG
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ORD
6h 35m
1 stop
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2:20 p.m. - 9:16 p.m.
ORD
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YEG
7h 56m
1 stop
C$ 286WestJet
Mon, 6 Apr - Mon, 13 Apr
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6:00 a.m. - 1:35 p.m.
YEG
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ORD
6h 35m
1 stop
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2:20 p.m. - 9:16 p.m.
ORD
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YEG
7h 56m
1 stop
C$ 287WestJet
Fri, 3 Apr - Fri, 10 Apr
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6:00 a.m. - 1:35 p.m.
YEG
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ORD
6h 35m
1 stop
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2:20 p.m. - 5:16 p.m.
ORD
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YEG
27h 56m
1 stop
C$ 326WestJet
Fri, 10 Apr - Mon, 13 Apr
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6:00 a.m. - 1:35 p.m.
YEG
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ORD
6h 35m
1 stop
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2:20 p.m. - 8:08 a.m.
ORD
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YEG
18h 48m
1 stop
C$ 327WestJet
Thu, 2 Apr - Fri, 10 Apr
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6:15 p.m. - 1:35 p.m.
YEG
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ORD
18h 20m
1 stop
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2:20 p.m. - 9:17 p.m.
ORD
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YEG
7h 57m
1 stop
C$ 328WestJet
Tue, 5 May - Sun, 10 May
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6:25 p.m. - 6:54 p.m.
YEG
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ORD
23h 29m
2 stops
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5:30 p.m. - 10:55 p.m.
ORD
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YEG
6h 25m
1 stop
C$ 351Multiple Airlines
Wed, 22 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr
Delta Logo
9:15 a.m. - 6:36 p.m.
YEG
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MDW
8h 21m
1 stop
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9:29 a.m. - 4:55 p.m.
MDW
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YEG
8h 26m
1 stop
C$ 402Delta
Mon, 27 Apr - Fri, 1 May
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7:40 a.m. - 5:58 p.m.
YEG
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MDW
9h 18m
2 stops
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9:27 a.m. - 4:55 p.m.
MDW
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YEG
8h 28m
2 stops
C$ 403Delta
Mon, 6 Apr - Mon, 13 Apr
Delta Logo
9:15 a.m. - 6:40 p.m.
YEG
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MDW
8h 25m
1 stop
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9:27 a.m. - 8:55 p.m.
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YEG
12h 28m
2 stops
C$ 413Delta
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Edmonton to Chicago flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Edmonton to Chicago to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Edmonton to Chicago flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Edmonton to Chicago costs C$ 832 on the route between Edmonton (YEG) and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD). It is also the most popular route.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edmonton to Chicago?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Edmonton to Chicago clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Edmonton to Chicago, Friday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Tuesday is the most expensive. Flying from Chicago back to Edmonton, the best deals are generally found on Saturday, with Wednesday being the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Edmonton to Chicago, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Edmonton to Chicago is May, where tickets cost C$ 286 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 550 and C$ 545 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Edmonton to Chicago?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of C$ 423, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Edmonton to Chicago?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Edmonton to Chicago, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Edmonton to Chicago, you should book around 7 weeks before departure, which saves you about 62% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 21 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Edmonton to Chicago

 
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

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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

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.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flightC$ 170
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 28% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (8% more expensive on average)
Flight from Edmonton to Chicago O'Hare Airport

When to book flights from Edmonton to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Edmonton to Chicago based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Edmonton to Chicago

  • Can I change my fare class after my flight booking?

    Yes, with Delta Air Lines, you can change your flight for a change fee if you have a non-refundable ticket. WestJet allows changes up till two hours before the flight. If you modify your fare class within 24 hours of making the booking, the only thing you’ll owe is any difference in the fare.

  • Can I bring my own food or drinks on the flight?

    Some airlines allow you to bring your food and drinks onto the airplane. For example, Air Canada allows alcohol content not exceeding 70% in checked baggage. Many airlines permit passengers to transport solid food items in their carry-on or checked bags. However, if you have gel or liquid food items larger than 3.4 oz, it’s recommended that you place these items in your checked bags if feasible.

  • Are there any airline lounges available at the airport?

    Yes. United Airlines has multiple United Club locations in terminals 1 and 2 of Chicago’s O'Hare International Airport. In Terminal 3, American Airlines has the Admirals Club lounge. In Terminal 5, there are two British Airways Lounges and a Delta Sky Club. Booking these airlines will give you the chance to enjoy amenities such as food and beverage services, Wi-Fi, business facilities, and comfortable seating.

  • Can I travel with my pet from Edmonton to Chicago?

    It’s possible. Many airlines, including Air Canada, allow passengers to bring their 2-4 pets on board or transport them in the cargo hold on flights from Edmonton to Chicago. Air Canada allows only animals 10 kg (22 lbs) or lighter, which includes the weight of the carrier.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Edmonton to Chicago?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Edmonton to Chicago was C$ 170 for a one-way ticket and C$ 283 for a round-trip.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Edmonton to Chicago?

    When flying out of Edmonton you will be using Edmonton. You will be landing at one of these airports: Chicago Midway or Chicago O'Hare Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Edmonton to Chicago?

    The Airbus A319 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Edmonton to Chicago flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Edmonton to Chicago?

    SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Edmonton and Chicago, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Edmonton to Chicago, Delta or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Edmonton to Chicago are Delta and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of C$ 398 and an overall rating of 7.9, Delta is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of C$ 399 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Edmonton to Chicago?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Edmonton to Chicago.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Edmonton to Chicago?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chicago from Edmonton is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Edmonton to Chicago?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Chicago with an airline and back to Edmonton with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Edmonton to Chicago?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Chicago from Edmonton up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Edmonton to Chicago

  • From Edmonton, you’ll have two options for flying into Chicago: O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Midway International Airport (MDW). ORD, located northwest of downtown Chicago, is a major global hub with multiple airlines. MDW, on the southwest side, is known for its convenient location near downtown Chicago.
  • When flying to Chicago, most airlines include one or more stops. For layovers in Calgary (YYC) or Ottawa (YOW), consider flying Air Canada. Westjet offers layovers in Atlanta (ATL), Calgary (YYC), Detroit (DTW), Minneapolis (MSP), and Vancouver (YVR). If you’d prefer a layover in Seattle (SEA), book your Edmonton to Chicago flight with Alaska Airlines.
  • This flight route emits over 2,000 kg (4,400 lbs) of CO2 per traveler. You can help protect the environment by choosing to book on airlines that are working to reduce their environmental impact. We recommend booking Delta Air Lines, Air Canada, and WestJet, which have all invested in more fuel-efficient aircrafts and bio fuels.
  • If you have specific medical requirements that need attention while traveling, Air Canada has the option to request additional seating and arrangements for some medical needs. Also, Delta Air Lines allows you to make special requests, for example, bringing a service animal.
  • As a citizen of Canada, traveling from Edmonton to Chicago for tourism doesn't require a visa if your stay is for 180 days or less. However, you’ll need to have a valid passport, a return or onward ticket, and sufficient funds to cover your expenses during your stay in Chicago.

Reviews of the top 4 airlines flying from Edmonton to Chicago

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Edmonton to Chicago. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Edmonton to Chicago? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
DeltaOverall score based on 8205 reviews
8.1Boarding
8.5Crew
7.2Food
7.8Entertainment
7.9Comfort
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First flight out and was 85 minutes delayed. Notification came out way too late

4.0 OkayJason, Feb 2026
SEA - SLC
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First flight out and was 85 minutes delayed. Notification came out way too late

Delta flights recently are always delayed AND at jfk tney get the gates further away (need To walk 20’ to get to them/all the way at the end of the terminal). Not sure whats happening but price doesnt match experience!

Boarding was efficient and smooth. Departure time was on time. Arrival to Detroit was early. Average food . Average crew service Very average cabin comfort. Nothing spectacular one way ir another, except for the excellent on time performance.

Everything I mentioned earlier - the airbus was more comfortable indeed and the experience was further enhanced.

Delta continues to set the benchmark for traveler-friendly service with minimal disruption and clear communication within the mainland US (coast to coast). I am consistently pleased to be a Delta customer, and this experience once again met my expectations. There was a brief delay departing from MIA due to a technical issue that required the aircraft to return to the gate. However, the situation was handled professionally and transparently. Fortunately, my planned layover allowed ample buffer time, so the adjustment caused no stress. Overall, another smooth and reassuring experience.

Good experience and the flight landed early. There was no food I had or entertainment.

Flight was delayed and no reasons provided. After the passengers were boarded, the crew made announcement that the captain has jot arrived and he would take another 15 mins. All passengers patiently sat until the captain came and started. Terrible experience!

Flight was delayed. No information on why it was delayed. After we boarded the flight, , the crew made announcement that the captain hs not arrived and he will take 15 mins more to arrive. Passengers were just sitting patiently for the captain to arrive and start, Terrible experience.

Awful - both legs. The check in was awful, getting on the plane required walking down a spiral staircase (dangerous), then taking a bus about 5 miles out from the terminal. The seat was broken (I was in business), there was no internet during the flight (both legs). The aircraft was very old. I saw rust in some place, tape holding things up in the bathroom. This was an unacceptable experience for such a long haul flight.

Totally worth the miles to upgrade to Delta Comfort. Plenty of legroom.

No real complaints. The in flight food was much better than I expected. The in flight entertainment was excellent.

From pre boarding to flight attendant, crew and baggage handler, excellent. Didn’t lost my luggage like West jet.

Crew was great (professional, attentive, prompt). Snacks for 4 hrs flight is deplorable.

Horrible Flight significantly delayed. Not due to united issue. But trying to rebook connection flight and get information about overnight accommodation was difficult. Agent did not seem to care or have any interest to help.

United Airlines is my preferred airlines and I am thankful for Gary who also help support me on the phone to switch my flight literally last min.

This Japanese airline provides great service and very helpful in assisting their passengers.

Seated dude next to me even though lots of empty rows. But main thing was we sat on the tarmac after landing for 30 minutes because of, in the words of the dude who sat next to me, “operational incompetence”. We got changing directions about where to pick up gate checked bags. Pilot and flight attendant were awesome though.

It was a pretty standard flight... until the almost hour and a half spent on the taxi way. I get that the weather has been poor but the delay had nothing to do with the weather and more to do with a plane with several issues tying up the gate. I get that that happens from time to time but this has been EVERY flight I've been on for the past 5 years and I fly 3 to 5 times a year. This isn't just United... it's American, it's Delta. It's an issue with the entire industry. I work for UPS and packages on a cargo plane get better service than people do these days. Anymore I HATE flying.

I so appreciate the crew members on each flight of United. They are outstanding.

Reliable, nice crew, I fly often on that flight and I like it all.

Plane was one hour late. Hardly any space for our carry-ons. Stressful to catch connections.

I like the wider seats, Plus lots of legroom, Lacking entertainment, no tv or screen to play with

8 hrs. Of waiting instead of couple of hours..the only good thing I'm still able to go to my destination...

When flying premium on a two our flight a light lunch would have been nice considering the price you pay. A Kit Kat bar and bag of chips is rather cheap service.

I was seated near a "stinky" person. That's not the fault of Westjet🙁😶‍🌫️

The keg from Edmonton to Toronto My wife found it very cold. Other than that great flight.

my carry-on bag was delayed and I did not receive it until the day of my return at the airport. This delay caused me significant inconvenience, as I did not have access to my personal belongings for the duration of my trip. I had expected to rely on my carry-on items, and being without them negatively impacted my travel experience.

Technology issues at the bag-check counter caused a delay, and we were unable to check out our bags, ultimately missing our flight. They offered no assistance other than telling us to book another flight out of Calgary. We arrived with plenty of time; if there hadn't been an issue with the kiosk and the length of the lines due to the technical issues, we could have made it home.

Worst check in and bag drop off experience. Staff were incredibly rude given that it’s the WestJet system that is faulty.

The staff at the airport and on the plane were wonderful I especially wanna acknowledge the staff who boarded us at the Calgary airport. The women who helped us board at the airport were incredible… they were so kind and sweet…I very happy with WestJet and I am hoping I can fly more often to Canada.

Delayed on tarmac and missed next Air Canada flight by few minutes. Theh should have waited for me.

Terrible… Luggage’s missing for 5-days. Not expedited despite notifying them that insulin and ozempic were in bags and required refrigeration. I’m extremely disappointed. Meds were useless upon delivery as ice pack had dissolved and meds were warm and not useable because their efficacy and potency are now questionable . I’m so disappointed and expecting a full refund for the checked in bags.

It's kindof ridiculous that your system is even asking me about this since my flight was canceled and I wasn't rescheduled.

Flight issues, landing in Van rough. Attendant on flight to Vancouver was excellent. Delays in Edmonton not your fault but was frustrating

Bad experience flying with air Canada . Seats not comfortable . Checked bag was delayed and was bought home next day by airport employee. Had to buy toiletries since bag was delayed . No compensation was even suggested . Will not fly air canada again

Bad service as well. Another 3hr delayed flight from chicago to Charlotte.

No issues other than paying twice for my seat selection.

The plane in use lacked an entertainment system (perhaps because it was still being updated?). It was an overnight flight so it wasn't terrible but still. The actual seat was adequate but not great. As an economy flyer, food review is largely irrelevant. I am unhappy with this race to the bottom for services provided especially as it applies to baggage restrictions.

As usual, terrible. Delayed flight, missed connection and wasted hours at the airport. The only reason I use this airline is because of limited options.

Terrible. 3 missed flights and 24 hours delayed with lost bag and promised $100 compensation from United and absolutely nothing from them…

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