Travelling from Chicago to Calgary International Airport (YYC): what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Chicago to Calgary International Airport (YYC). O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are Chicago's main airports.
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 46 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Chicago to Calgary International Airport.
Calgary International Airport is located in Calgary. The city operates in the UTC-6 timezone and is 1 hour behind Chicago.
The most popular route is from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Calgary International Airport (YYC), with 20 direct services every week. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ORD to YYC is the 08:45 United option. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 19:58 with United.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Chicago to YYC. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Getting away during a peak month like August? Popular periods (like spring break, summer and Thanksgiving) can add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Chicago to Calgary International Airport (YYC) take off from this terminal.
Well-known airlines that have direct flights from Chicago to Calgary International Airport leaving from ORD include:
We make it a breeze to plan a flight from Chicago to YYC that includes a stopover. To see the options departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between ORD and YYC include:
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
The distance from central Chicago to ORD is around 40 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether you plan to drive or take public transport.
Catching an early flight from Chicago to Calgary International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to O'Hare International Airport:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Prefer to leave from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)? You can reserve a direct flight from Chicago to Calgary International Airport (YYC) out of this busy hub.
Top airlines that operate direct flights from Chicago to YYC taking off from MDW include:
With public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 46 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 21 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away from home? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your flight from Chicago to YYC:
About Calgary International Airport (YYC)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Chicago to Calgary International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near YYC:
Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
Calgary International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from the centre of Calgary. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 20 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour and 1 minute if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Calgary International Airport is Rs15,242. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs39,851. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
You're more likely to score cheap tickets from Chicago to YYC if you book 9 months before takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares on this route are generally at their lowest.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Chicago to Calgary International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for each month.
Locking in a cheap ticket from Chicago to YYC is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when the price drops.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Chicago to Calgary International Airport. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
The best time to fly from Chicago to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Chicago to Calgary International Airport while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Calgary, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
When booking your flight from Chicago to YYC, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Calgary, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC to 26ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Chicago to Calgary International Airport in December if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -18ºC and 0ºC on average.
More about Calgary
After booking your flight from Chicago to Calgary International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Calgary:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Calgary Tower, Heritage Park Historical Village and Glenbow Museum are popular attractions which should be on any good Calgary itinerary.
Complete your Calgary trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Chicago to Calgary International Airport to track down your perfect ride. Check out our car rentals in Calgary and compare offers in one place. Plus we give you all the info you need to know, from the most popular rental company to the average daily price.
