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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 543
Typical prices: C$ 516-C$ 690
Air Canada
Mon 26/11Thu 29/11
YQB - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 617
Typical prices: C$ 516-C$ 690
Lufthansa
Mon 26/11Thu 29/11
YQB - ORD • Direct
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You can fly direct with United Airlines and American Airlines. Average duration is 3h 07m
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Cheapest • 33% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 498 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 34m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Québec City to Chicago (YQB-CHI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Québec City to Chicago

Thu, 26 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
Air Canada Logo
3:05 p.m. - 7:52 p.m.YQB  Québec City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 47m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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7:05 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YQB Québec City
5h 55m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 543Air Canada
3+ days ago
Sat, 5 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
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5:55 a.m. - 11:07 a.m.YQB  Québec City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 12m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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7:05 a.m. - 2:01 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YQB Québec City
5h 56m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 600Air Canada
3+ days ago
Thu, 26 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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10:55 a.m. - 3:02 p.m.YQB  Québec City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 07m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
Air Canada Logo
1:55 p.m. - 10:36 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YQB Québec City
7h 41m2 stops Toronto Island Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 600Air Canada
3+ days ago
Thu, 26 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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6:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.YQB  Québec City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 30m1 stop Newark
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11:02 a.m. - 2:35 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YQB Québec City
2h 33mdirect
C$ 615Lufthansa
3+ days ago
Thu, 26 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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3:16 p.m. - 5:25 p.m.YQB  Québec City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 09mdirect
Lufthansa Logo
11:02 a.m. - 2:35 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YQB Québec City
2h 33mdirect
C$ 617Lufthansa
3+ days ago
Thu, 3 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
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3:16 p.m. - 5:25 p.m.YQB  Québec City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 09mdirect
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3:35 p.m. - 10:47 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YQB Québec City
6h 12m1 stop Newark
C$ 620United Airlines
2 days ago
Wed, 27 Jan - Fri, 29 Jan
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8:29 a.m. - 10:29 a.m.YQB  Québec City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 00mdirect
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5:55 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YQB Québec City
2h 35mdirect
C$ 624United Airlines
2 days ago
Thu, 26 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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6:00 a.m. - 1:09 p.m.YQB  Québec City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 09m1 stop Newark
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1:55 p.m. - 10:36 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YQB Québec City
7h 41m2 stops Toronto Island Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 635Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, 12 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
American Airlines Logo
2:00 p.m. - 10:32 p.m.YQB  Québec City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 32m2 stops Philadelphia Charlotte Douglas
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6:29 a.m. - 12:51 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YQB Québec City
5h 22m1 stop Philadelphia
C$ 1,271American Airlines
11 hours ago
Thu, 3 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
American Airlines Logo
1:45 p.m. - 6:26 a.m.YQB  Québec City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
17h 41m2 stops Philadelphia Milwaukee-Mitchell
American Airlines Logo
9:20 p.m. - 12:51 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YQB Québec City
14h 31m2 stops Cleveland Hopkins Intl Philadelphia
C$ 2,648American Airlines
3+ days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Québec City to Chicago flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Québec City to Chicago?

Round-trip flights from Québec City to Chicago typically range from C$ 516 to C$ 690. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 543, on Air Canada.

What is the cheapest Québec City to Chicago flight route?

Québec City (YQB) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) is the cheapest Québec City to Chicago route, averaging C$ 601 round-trip. Other Québec City to Chicago routes average C$ 1,015, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Québec City to Chicago?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Québec City to Chicago. It's 17% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 11% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Québec City to Chicago?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Québec City to Chicago at C$ 406 round-trip.
•June (C$ 719) and May (C$ 696) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 77% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Québec City to Chicago

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Air Canada, United Airlines and 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.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Mark Stachiew

Mark Stachiew

Expert on YQB

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.

Key details for Québec City to Chicago flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

C$ 309
Beat the crowds with an average 50% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 71% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Québec City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Québec City to Chicago

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Your Québec City to Chicago flight questions, answered

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Québec City to Chicago?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Québec City to Chicago:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:29 am and lands at 11:36 am
    • Latest: departs at 3:45 pm and lands at 6:52 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 07m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Québec City to Chicago?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Québec City to Chicago:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long does a flight from Québec City to Chicago take?

    A direct flight from Québec City to Chicago takes 3h 07m, covering 2,250 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Québec City to Chicago?

    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 Québec City to Chicago flight?

    Round-trip flights from Québec City to Chicago range from C$ 516 to C$ 690, with an average of C$ 601 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 516 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Québec City to Chicago?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 498 round-trip via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL), compared to C$ 598 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Québec City to Chicago?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 35–C$ 140 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • How are flight departures from Québec City to Chicago spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Québec City to Chicago flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Québec City to Chicago 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$ 543 to C$ 3,033. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Québec City to Chicago flights?

    American Airlines is the only airline on the Québec City to Chicago route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Québec City to Chicago looking right now?

    One-way fares from Québec City to Chicago are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 353, which is 16% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available in Chicago?

    Since Chicago is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) – daily rates from around C$ 89:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Ace
    • Dollar

    Near Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) – daily rates from around C$ 117:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Rent-A-Wreck

    Near Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) – daily rates from around C$ 114:

    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Budget
    • Avis
    • National

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Québec City to Chicago?

    Flights from Québec City to Chicago usually depart from Québec City (YQB) and may arrive at several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Québec City to Chicago pass through?

    One-stop flights from Québec City to Chicago most commonly connect through:

    • Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) – 75% of one-stop connections
    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) – 2% of one-stop connections
    • Philadelphia (PHL) – 2% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Québec City to Chicago?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from Québec City to Chicago. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 502 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at C$ 671, a difference of C$ 169.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • Which airlines fly from Québec City to Chicago?

    2 airlines operate flights between Québec City and Chicago. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • American Airlines

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Québec City to Chicago?

    Flying via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 23m, compared with 5h 34m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) and 7h 07m via Philadelphia (PHL).

  • What is the time difference between Québec City and Chicago?

    Chicago is 1 hour behind Québec City (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Chicago?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago are Magnificent Mile, River North, and Grant Park. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Québec City to Chicago flights?

    Among airlines operating Québec City to Chicago flights:

    • United Airlines: offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Air Canada: 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 Québec City to Chicago flights?

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

    • American Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Air Canada: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Qatar Airways: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy 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 Québec City to Chicago 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average C$ 502, about C$ 169 less than Friday fares (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Québec City to Chicago trip for November. Fares historically average C$ 406 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 313 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport (YUL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 498 round-trip on this route – about C$ 100 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 Chicago Midway Airport.

    • DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago Midway Airport
    • Holiday Inn Chicago - Midway Airport S by IHG
    • Skylark Motel Chicago Midway Airport

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Québec City to Chicago

Monday

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Tuesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Wednesday

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United Airlines

Thursday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Friday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Saturday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Sunday

United Airlines

United Airlines

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Chicago to Québec City

Monday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Tuesday

United Airlines

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Wednesday

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Thursday

United Airlines

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Friday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Saturday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Sunday

United Airlines

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