YOW - CHI

C$ 215 Find Cheap Flights from Ottawa to Chicago

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Cheap Flights from Ottawa to Chicago (YOW-CHI)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Ottawa 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.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Ottawa to Chicago

Wed, 30 Jul - Tue, 5 Aug
Porter Airlines Logo
8:35 a.m. - 4:24 p.m.YOW-MDW
8h 49m1 stop
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9:40 a.m. - 6:53 p.m.MDW-YOW
8h 13m1 stop
C$ 357Porter Airlines
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Fri, 11 Jul - Sun, 20 Jul
Porter Airlines Logo
11:00 a.m. - 4:24 p.m.YOW-MDW
6h 24m1 stop
Porter Airlines Logo
9:40 a.m. - 4:33 p.m.MDW-YOW
5h 53m1 stop
C$ 387Porter Airlines
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Fri, 25 Jul - Sun, 27 Jul
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5:55 a.m. - 4:24 p.m.YOW-MDW
11h 29m1 stop
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9:40 a.m. - 7:38 p.m.MDW-YOW
8h 58m1 stop
C$ 447
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Thu, 10 Jul - Sun, 27 Jul
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7:00 a.m. - 4:24 p.m.YOW-MDW
10h 24m1 stop
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9:40 a.m. - 4:33 p.m.MDW-YOW
5h 53m1 stop
C$ 472
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Fri, 4 Jul - Sun, 6 Jul
United Airlines Logo
5:25 p.m. - 6:53 p.m.YOW-ORD
2h 28mdirect
United Airlines Logo
6:15 p.m. - 9:35 p.m.ORD-YOW
2h 20mdirect
C$ 514United Airlines
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Tue, 1 Jul - Sun, 6 Jul
Air Canada Logo
6:00 a.m. - 9:52 a.m.YOW-ORD
4h 52m1 stop
Air Canada Logo
8:40 a.m. - 1:44 p.m.ORD-YOW
4h 04m1 stop
C$ 528Air Canada
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Fri, 4 Jul - Sun, 6 Jul
United Airlines Logo
7:29 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.YOW-ORD
5h 01m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:15 p.m. - 9:35 p.m.ORD-YOW
2h 20mdirect
C$ 535United Airlines
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Fri, 4 Jul - Sun, 6 Jul
Air Canada Logo
11:55 a.m. - 5:37 p.m.YOW-ORD
6h 42m1 stop
Air Canada Logo
8:40 a.m. - 1:44 p.m.ORD-YOW
4h 04m1 stop
C$ 537Air Canada
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Fri, 29 Aug - Tue, 2 Sep
WestJet Logo
6:00 a.m. - 4:44 p.m.YOW-ORD
11h 44m1 stop
WestJet Logo
5:30 p.m. - 4:19 p.m.ORD-YOW
21h 49m2 stops
C$ 647WestJet
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Thu, 28 Aug - Tue, 2 Sep
WestJet Logo
6:10 a.m. - 4:44 p.m.YOW-ORD
11h 34m2 stops
WestJet Logo
5:30 p.m. - 6:45 a.m.ORD-YOW
12h 15m1 stop
C$ 651WestJet
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Expert advice for your flight from Ottawa to Chicago

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarisation of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
Air Canada

Air Canada's priority check-in opens four hours before departure for higher fare classes and elite status.


Air Canada offers Preferred Economy seats with up to 10 cm extra legroom for an additional fee.

Read more about Air Canadaby Stefanie Waldek
United Airlines

United's Economy Plus seats offer up to 15 cm more legroom than standard economy seats.


United offers Priority Boarding for Zone 2, reducing the risk of gate-checking carry-ons.

Airports
YOW

Ottawa airport offers quick security lines due to low flight volume, making it efficient for business travelers.

Read more about YOWby Mark Stachiew
ORD

Take the CTA Blue Line from ORD to downtown Chicago in about 45 minutes, avoiding traffic delays.

Read more about ORDby Stefanie Waldek
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

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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Mark Stachiew

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Mark Stachiew

Mark Stachiew

Mark Stachiew has been exploring the world and writing about it for more than 30 years. His travel stories have appeared in numerous newspapers, magazines and online publications in Canada, the United States and beyond.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Ottawa to Chicago flights

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

What is the cheapest Ottawa to Chicago flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from Ottawa to Chicago.

Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from Ottawa to Chicago cost C$ 396 and was between Ottawa (YOW) and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD). On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is C$ 396.

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

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

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Chicago on a Tuesday and more expensive on a Monday. On your return trip to Ottawa, you should consider flying back on a Thursday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Ottawa 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 Ottawa to Chicago is May, where tickets cost C$ 463 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are November and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 634 and C$ 617 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Ottawa 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.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at C$ 527 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Ottawa 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 Ottawa 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 Ottawa to Chicago, you should book around 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 12 weeks before departure.


Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
High seasonAugust
Cheapest flightC$ 215
Best time to beat the crowds (5% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (1% more expensive on average)
Flight from Ottawa to Chicago Midway Airport

When to book flights from Ottawa to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Ottawa 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 Ottawa to Chicago

  • Is ORD wheelchair accessible?

    Yes. To assist you throughout O'Hare, each airline offers wheelchair assistance to passengers with mobility issues. You have to make earlier reservations to get these services. All terminals provide easier access with elevators. All elevator panel buttons feature braille and raised numerals. All restrooms located throughout the airport have wheelchair-accessible facilities. In addition, ORD features an adult changing room with restrooms, showers, and emergency pull cords.

  • How many terminals does ORD have?

    ORD features four terminals, including 1, 2, 3, and 5. Terminals 1-3 are referred to as the domestic terminals, and these three terminals are connected to each via pedestrian walkways. Terminal 5 is the leading international terminal and serves some domestic flights. The ATS offers train service rides to get to the terminals. You can also take the terminal transfer bus, which transports domestic arrival passengers between Terminals 1-3 and Terminal 5.

  • Does ORD feature a lounge?

    Yes. Terminal 5 features an AirFrance Lounge on the Airside near Gate M7. Concourses G, H, and L Feature American Admirals Clubs. Terminal 5 also features the Swissport Lounge in the airside of Terminal 5. Concourses B, C, and F feature a United Club lounge. ORD also features a SAS Lounge, a British Airways Lounge, and USO Lounge.

  • How do I get from ORD to the city center?

    ORD features several bus services, including CTA, PACE, and regional buses. You can also get on car rentals with several agencies outside the baggage claim levels. Several hotel shuttles depart from the "Bus/Shuttle Center," located on the main level of the parking garage between elevator centers 3 and 4. You can also get on taxi rides or rent a car and drive to your location.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Ottawa to Chicago?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Ottawa to Chicago was C$ 157 for a one-way ticket and C$ 261 for a round-trip.

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

    Ottawa is served by only 1 airport and there are 2 airports in Chicago. You will leave Ottawa from Ottawa and you will be arriving in Chicago at one of these airports: Chicago Midway or Chicago O'Hare Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Ottawa to Chicago?

    Only Air Canada offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Ottawa to Chicago flight route.

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

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Ottawa to Chicago flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Ottawa to Chicago?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Ottawa and Chicago.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Ottawa to Chicago?

    There are direct flights from Ottawa to Chicago on a daily basis.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Ottawa to Chicago are Porter Airlines and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of C$ 514 and an overall rating of 8.0, Porter Airlines is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of C$ 739 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Ottawa 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 Ottawa to Chicago.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chicago from Ottawa 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 Ottawa 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 Ottawa with another airline.

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

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 366 or less one-way and C$ 577 or less round-trip.
  • When getting on flights from Ottawa to Chicago, your journey starts from Ottawa International Airport (YOW). You can get to the airport via OC transport buses. Bus Route 97 offers a ride from the city to the airport. Alternatively, you can get taxis or ride-share apps to the airport. You can also get on charter buses from the city to the airport.
  • You can also opt to drive to the airport for convenient options. YOW provides parking options ranging from short-term to long-term. They are charged on 30-minute, 24-hour, and 30-day periods. The parking lots lie within walking distance of the terminal. It also features electric vehicle charging stations.
  • You can get baby care facilities at YOW when travelling with an infant. Feed and change your baby in comfort and privacy in the airport's Breastfeeding Room. They feature changing tables, rocking chairs, power charging outlets, and lockable doors for privacy. You can find international flights on Levels 2 and 1 of the arrivals hall. Also, most restrooms in the terminal have nursing rooms.
  • Another alternative for flights from Chicago is Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) which lies in the southwestern area of the city. It is closer to Chicago than ORD. It is also ideal for travelers that wish to avoid crowds.
  • Flights from YOW to Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) are provided by several airlines. Air Canada and United Airlines provide direct flights on this route. You can also get one-stop flights on the route. Delta Airlines also provide two-stop flights on the route with layovers in Detroit, Toronto, Minneapolis, Atlanta, and New York.

Prefer to fly direct from Ottawa to Chicago?

Find which airlines fly direct from Ottawa Airport to Chicago, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Ottawa to Chicago

Monday

United Airlines

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Tuesday

United Airlines

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Wednesday

United Airlines

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Thursday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Friday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Saturday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Sunday

United Airlines

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Chicago to Ottawa

Monday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Tuesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Wednesday

United Airlines

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Thursday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Friday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Saturday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Sunday

United Airlines

United Airlines

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Top 3 airlines serving from Ottawa to Chicago

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Ottawa 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.
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8.0
Porter AirlinesOverall score based on 288 reviews
7.6Food
8.2Boarding
8.1Comfort
7.0Entertainment
8.7Crew
Airline reviews

I love the 2 seats per row. More room. The crew were excellent.

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Apr 2025YHZ - YOW
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I love the 2 seats per row. More room. The crew were excellent.

It was amazing although they did bump us up to the front which gave us more leg room and a meal. The service was great! The staff were friendly. :)

Overall very good... staff were friendly and helpful. boarding was good for the most part, but a little hard to get our carry-on bags on there.... I think people should be directed to keep their coats and small bags with them until all the carry-ons are loaded, and then, if there is space, they can put their small bags and coats up top.. makes it much easier to put baggage up. i loved the internet feature, but the entertainment was not there unless you have your own Netflix or similar platform. My chair did not recline, which was very annoying, and the arms won't go up near the isle, which makes it tough to get in and out of the seat.

Staff were excellant. Only snacks served. Some turbulence so we were offered Free beer or wine.

The staff is always great. Just the fact that our flight was the only one delayed from Halifax when all other carries were still flying. It happen a year ago out of Toronto as well. All others were flying but our flight got cancelled 1 hr before the time of departure.

The only issue had when i mentioned about comfort was the man beside me was on the larger side and took about 1/3 of my seat where i was pressed against the wall/window of the plane for the trip.

The check-in staff, boarding staff, and flight crew were all very friendly. Really miss the Porter lounge in Ottawa.

Thanks for giving a beer to everyone in the seat infront of me and then telling me that I can’t have one because they are going to land. I guess I need to pay for a seat and then pick one in the very front of the plane

The flight was delayed by more than one hour. The terminal was consequently overcrowded and hot. We lost our car reservation and hit rush hour traffic in Boston, which added two hours stuck in traffic to our trip.

Awesome, the whole way through. Thank you, this is the new Canadian Airline benchmark.

It was fine, definitely older planes with no charging or anything. There’s no entertainment set up on board, but it is nice that they allow you to access the in flight entertainment from your phone without having to pay for the Wi-Fi and they do offer free texting.

I liked that the flight was nonstop from ORD to CIU for $200 round trip.

All flight attendants could benefit by taking an international flight on Qantas Airline. Qantas attendants are much more hospitable in every way. Much superior than and attendants on any US airline.

While the staff was pleasant and helpful, the following observations are for your awareness. There was some delay on the tarmac on take off and landing. The paid lunch/food offerings were limited. Entertainment was only available on WiFi at a cost.

The first flight was better in terms of the aircraft.

So far so good but food and entertainment are not available for this flight

Smooth flight. Boarding was chaotic. Could not hear the gate agent over the intercom. People were lined up in the wrong lines. Groups one and two were told to board through line one and group 3 through line 2. All very confusing. Once in the air, the flight was smooth. There was no entertainment option on this aircraft, even though it was a larger aircraft.

Overall poor for me I paid extra for seats with leg room and my regional flights exit row seats have less leg room then the others that's money that could have been saved and on my final flight home the flights air was not operating it was unbearably hot in the cabin I will be contacting United and filing a DOT complaint

It was my first time with United Airlines and I would say it was very good experience and best of all the flights were on time. Will definitely fly with United Airlines next time.

Very modern plane. Good seat spacing. Meals were good. Screens had tons of movies and worked

Just a little improvement on food but everything is excellent

They lost my checked in luggage, why do I pay for my cargo not arriving at the same destination as me?

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

Poor planning meant the plane was delayed an hour, then a thunder storm started and the ground staff couldn't work. Eventual arrival in Santiago was 3 hours late resulting in missed connections and the need to buy new tickets.

The take off was delayed as we were told that the baggages had to be rearranged to balance the weight. I only took a carry-on and a personal item, but the overhead bin was extremely small, even a normal size carryon can’t fit it, so they had to check it in for free. The seat was really tight and no entertainment at all.

flight was delayed 6 hours for weather, then cancelled because of the crash in toronto, but none of the links to cancel or rebook my flights are working

The pork noodles were disgusting. The tuna sandwich had hardly any tuna and the bread was stale. A salad would have been better. An apple or a muffin.

Air Canada is the worst but the only option for my route

Minimal food offered (crackers). Had to clean the seat with a wet wipe because of dried food.

They charge 5 dollars for plastic headphones for a flight of 1 hour! Seats are awful. Service is terrible.

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