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What to know about flights from Chicago to Toronto?

The distance between Chicago and Toronto is approximately 701.97 km. It takes around 1 hour 48 minutes on average to fly from Chicago to Toronto. Based on Trip.com's data, travel demand peaks in January. The cheapest month to book is September.

Cheapest one-way
$84
Air Canada Air Canada CHI-YTO 1h 40m · Nonstop Fri, Dec 4
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Cheapest round-trip
$190
Porter Airlines Porter Airlines CHI-YTO 1h 40m · 1 stop Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
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Air Canada Air Canada Cheapest · From $84 Porter Airlines Porter Airlines Most booked
When to travel
January
Cheapest
January
Peak season for travel
Route details
701.97 km
Flight distance
1h 48m
Average flight time

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Chicago to Toronto over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from $84 and round-trip from $190. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

      • Cheapest nonstop
        MDW 3:20 PM
        1h 40m
        Nonstop
        YTZ 6:00 PM
        Chicago - Toronto | Fri, Oct 23 | Porter Airlines
        YYZ 8:05 AM
        1h 55m
        Nonstop
        ORD 9:00 AM
        Toronto - Chicago | Sat, Oct 24 | Air Canada
        $195 $386
        49% off
        49% off
        $386 $195
      • MDW 11:45 AM
        1h 40m
        Nonstop
        YTZ 2:25 PM
        Chicago - Toronto | Wed, Oct 21 | Porter Airlines
        YYZ 2:00 PM
        1h 55m
        Nonstop
        ORD 2:55 PM
        Toronto - Chicago | Thu, Oct 22 | Air Canada
        $195 $386
        49% off
        49% off
        $386 $195
      • ORD 6:20 PM
        1h 46m
        Nonstop
        YTZ 9:06 PM
        Chicago - Toronto | Fri, Oct 30 | Porter Airlines
        YYZ 6:55 PM
        2h 3m
        Nonstop
        ORD 7:58 PM
        Toronto - Chicago | Mon, Nov 2 | Air Canada
        $317 $386
        18% off
        18% off
        $386 $317
      • MDW 3:20 PM
        1h 40m
        Nonstop
        YTZ 6:00 PM
        Chicago - Toronto | Tue, Oct 20 | Porter Airlines
        YTZ 10:45 AM
        5h 7m
        1 stop
        ORD 2:52 PM
        Toronto - Chicago | Tue, Oct 27 | Air Canada
        $190
        51% off
        $386 $190
      • ORD 6:20 PM
        1h 46m
        Nonstop
        YTZ 9:06 PM
        Chicago - Toronto | Tue, Oct 27 | Porter Airlines
        YTZ 9:45 AM
        6h 7m
        1 stop
        ORD 2:52 PM
        Toronto - Chicago | Wed, Oct 28 | Air Canada
        $194
        50% off
        $386 $194
      • ORD 10:15 AM
        1h 37m
        Nonstop
        YYZ 12:52 PM
        Chicago - Toronto | Wed, Nov 18 | Air Canada
        YTZ 9:45 AM
        6h 7m
        1 stop
        ORD 2:52 PM
        Toronto - Chicago | Fri, Nov 20 | Air Canada
        $195
        49% off
        $386 $195
      • ORD 2:00 PM
        1h 48m
        Nonstop
        YTZ 4:48 PM
        Chicago - Toronto | Tue, Oct 20 | Air Canada
        YTZ 10:45 AM
        5h 7m
        1 stop
        ORD 2:52 PM
        Toronto - Chicago | Tue, Oct 27 | Air Canada
        $196
        49% off
        $386 $196
      • ORD 6:20 PM
        1h 46m
        Nonstop
        YTZ 9:06 PM
        Chicago - Toronto | Wed, Oct 28 | Porter Airlines
        YTZ 6:45 AM
        5h 22m
        1 stop
        ORD 11:07 AM
        Toronto - Chicago | Wed, Nov 4 | Air Canada
        $196
        49% off
        $386 $196
      • ORD 1:55 PM
        1h 47m
        Nonstop
        YTZ 4:42 PM
        Chicago - Toronto | Tue, Oct 27 | Air Canada
        YTZ 9:45 AM
        6h 7m
        1 stop
        ORD 2:52 PM
        Toronto - Chicago | Wed, Oct 28 | Air Canada
        $197
        49% off
        $386 $197
      • ORD 7:05 AM
        6h 16m
        1 stop
        YTZ 2:21 PM
        Chicago - Toronto | Thu, Nov 26 | Air Canada
        YTZ 6:45 AM
        5h 22m
        1 stop
        ORD 11:07 AM
        Toronto - Chicago | Tue, Dec 1 | Air Canada
        $328
        15% off
        $386 $328
      • CHI 1:00 PM
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        YTO 2:00 PM
        Chicago - Toronto | Mon, Oct 12 | Normal Airline
        YTO 3:00 PM
        6h
        Nonstop
        CHI 4:00 PM
        Toronto - Chicago | Wed, Oct 14 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        ORD 4:30 PM
        1h 40m
        Nonstop
        YYZ 7:10 PM
        Chicago - Toronto | Fri, Dec 4 | Air Canada
        $84 $102
        18% off
        18% off
        $102 $84
      • ORD 8:40 PM
        1h 43m
        Nonstop
        YYZ 11:23 PM
        Chicago - Toronto | Mon, Nov 9 | Air Canada
        $84 $102
        18% off
        18% off
        $102 $84
      • ORD 6:20 PM
        1h 46m
        Nonstop
        YTZ 9:06 PM
        Chicago - Toronto | Fri, Oct 30 | Porter Airlines
        $84 $102
        18% off
        18% off
        $102 $84
      • ORD 8:50 PM
        1h 42m
        Nonstop
        YYZ 11:32 PM
        Chicago - Toronto | Thu, Dec 3 | Air Canada
        $84
        18% off
        $102 $84
      • ORD 8:50 PM
        1h 42m
        Nonstop
        YYZ 11:32 PM
        Chicago - Toronto | Mon, Dec 7 | Air Canada
        $84
        18% off
        $102 $84
      • ORD 8:50 PM
        1h 42m
        Nonstop
        YYZ 11:32 PM
        Chicago - Toronto | Sun, Dec 6 | Air Canada
        $84
        18% off
        $102 $84
      • ORD 6:20 PM
        1h 46m
        Nonstop
        YTZ 9:06 PM
        Chicago - Toronto | Sat, Oct 31 | Porter Airlines
        $86
        16% off
        $102 $86
      • MDW 3:20 PM
        1h 40m
        Nonstop
        YTZ 6:00 PM
        Chicago - Toronto | Fri, Oct 16 | Porter Airlines
        $86
        16% off
        $102 $86
      • ORD 12:20 PM
        1h 46m
        Nonstop
        YTZ 3:06 PM
        Chicago - Toronto | Sun, Nov 8 | Porter Airlines
        $86
        16% off
        $102 $86
      • ORD 7:05 AM
        6h 16m
        1 stop
        YTZ 2:21 PM
        Chicago - Toronto | Thu, Nov 19 | Air Canada
        $85
        17% off
        $102 $85
      • CHI 1:00 PM
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        YTO 2:00 PM
        Chicago - Toronto | Mon, Oct 12 | Normal Airline
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Flight.News
Flights from Chicago to Toronto operate an average of 76 times per day over the past 7 days, with a 13.0% on-time departure rate and a 74.0% on-time arrival rate.

Which airlines are the most popular for Chicago to Toronto flights?

The most popular airlines flying from Chicago to Toronto are Porter Airlines, Air Canada, and American Airlines, among 6 carriers on this route. Air Canada offers the lowest fares. Based on Trip.com's flight booking data from the previous 12 months.
Porter Airlines logo Porter Airlines
Air Canada logo Air Canada
American Airlines logo American Airlines
United Airlines logo United Airlines
Air Transat logo Air Transat
Delta Air Lines logo Delta Air Lines
Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Chicago to Toronto according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Trip.com price insights on flights from Chicago to Toronto

Which month has the cheapest one-way flights from Chicago to Toronto?

The average price of one-way flights from Chicago to Toronto purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from Chicago to Toronto is January, with an average price of $163; while the month with the highest flight price is usually October, with an average price of up to $230.

$230
$197
$163
$130
    Cheapest
  • $230
    Oct
  • $179
    Nov
  • $217
    Dec
  • $163
    Jan
  • $173
    Feb
  • $184
    Mar
  • $181
    Apr
  • $181
    May
  • $202
    Jun
  • $205
    Jul
  • $196
    Aug
  • $194
    Sep

What is the cheapest month for round-trip flights from Chicago to Toronto?

Average price of round-trip flights from Chicago to Toronto purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months

According to historical data from Trip.com, the lowest prices for flights from Chicago to Toronto are found during January, with an average price of $277. Conversely, the highest prices are found during December, with an average price of up to $457.

$457
$367
$277
$187
    Cheapest
  • $377
    Oct
  • $399
    Nov
  • $457
    Dec
  • $277
    Jan
  • $292
    Feb
  • $350
    Mar
  • $353
    Apr
  • $373
    May
  • $349
    Jun
  • $303
    Jul
  • $347
    Aug
  • $359
    Sep

When is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Toronto during Columbus Day?

Data is based on the lowest one-way price from Chicago to Toronto during Columbus Day on Trip.com in the past 3 days.

Columbus Day is scheduled for Oct 12. The cheapest flights from Chicago to Toronto are available on Oct 10, with fares starting at $261.

$355
$308
$261
$214
    Cheapest
  • $355
    8
    Oct
  • $265
    9
  • $261
    10
  • $354
    11
  • $315
    12
  • $301
    13
  • $306
    14

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Toronto (CHI-YTO)?

    Based on Trip.com data, Air Canada offers one-way fares as low as $84 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. ORD to YYZ on Fri, Dec 4), while Porter Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $190 departing on Tue, Oct 20 and returning on Tue, Oct 27.
  • At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Chicago to Toronto with the following airlines, including: Porter Airlines Air Canada United Airlines American Airlines Air Transat Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes around 1 hour 48 minutes to fly from Chicago (CHI) to Toronto (YTO).
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Chicago to Toronto is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 201 flight per week flying from Chicago to Toronto. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Porter Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- PD6007 (08:18)
  • To find best deals on flights from Chicago to Toronto, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Fri, Dec 4, with one-way flights priced at just $84.
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    · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
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  • The cheapest months to fly from Chicago to Toronto is September, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our October flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Chicago to Toronto on October 20, 2026 with Porter Airlines, with prices starting at $190.
  • You can arrive at any of the following airports in Toronto: Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ), John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM), and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF). Flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (MDW-YTZ) are by far the most popular option for this route.
  • The time difference between Toronto and Chicago is 1h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Chicago to Toronto is $244. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Chicago to Toronto is $415. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.
  • Enter Chicago and Toronto, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.
  • Porter Airlines and Air Transatare the most popular budget airlines flying from Chicago to Toronto. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.

Flying from Chicago to Toronto: What You Need to Know

Flying from Chicago to Toronto~1 hour 30 minutes (nonstop).Time difference: Toronto is 1 hour ahead of Chicago (adjust for daylight saving).

For Departure, Fly from Chicago O'Hare (ORD) or Midway Airport (MDW). Budget airlines like Flair sometimes use Rockford Airport (RFD), located about 85 miles northwest of Chicago; be sure to arrive early.

For Arrival, Most flights land at Toronto Pearson (YYZ) or Billy Bishop Airport (YTZ), located 2.5 to 17 miles from downtown Toronto. Budget flights often use Hamilton Airport (YHM), which is about 50 miles outside the city. Billy Bishop (YTZ) is the closest to downtown but has more limited flight options.

For Airlines, you can choose full-service carriers like Air Canada, United Airlines, American Airlines, and WestJet, which include bags and snacks, with fares typically $150-$400+ one-way. For budget options, Porter and Air Transat offer fares starting around $50-$120 one-way, but charge extra for bags, seats, and snacks.

Airports in Chicago

Chicago has 2 main airports:

  • O’Hare (ORD) – Major international and domestic hub
  • Midway (MDW) – Smaller, budget-friendly, mostly domestic flights

Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD)

It's around 17 miles northwest of the core. A major airport in the United States. handles more than 70 million passengers annually. The Airport Transit System (ATS) links the four terminals (T1–T5).

Getting from Downtown to O’Hare
  • Train CTA Blue Line: around USD 2.50, 45-60 minutes. operates around-the-clock. Straight to the terminals.
  • Ridesharing (Uber, Lyft) or taxi: around $35–60 USD, 30–60 minutes (depending on traffic). During rush hour, it could be slower.
  • Hotel Shuttles / Private Vans: Offered by many hotels (free or paid). Book in advance.
  • Rental vehicle: All terminals have free shuttle service to the rental vehicle center.

Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)

About 11 miles southwest of the city center. smaller than O'Hare and primarily used for domestic travel. Southwest Airlines' main hub. shorter security queues and simpler navigation.

Getting from Downtown to Midway
  • CTA Orange Line (Train): around $2.50 USD, takes about 25 to 35 minutes. connects to the terminal immediately.
  • Uber and Lyft ridesharing/taxis: $25–45 USD, 20–40 minutes, depending on traffic
  • Hotel Shuttles / Private Vans: Available from select hotels—check ahead and book in advance.
  • Rental Car: On-site car rentals are offered close to the airport.

Rockford International Airport in Chicago (RFD)

About 85 miles northwest of Chicago's downtown, close to Rockford, Illinois.

specializes in low-cost and charter flights, particularly to holiday locations.

shorter queues, free parking, and a smaller airport with simple check-in.

Getting from Downtown Chicago to RFD
  • Drive time by car: around 1.5 to 2 hours. ✔ Taking I-90 West is the best choice.
  • No direct access to a rail or CTA. You'll require a private shuttle, ridesharing, or a car.
  • Bus/Shuttle: Occasionally, charter bus services are offered for particular flights; check with the airline or the RFD website.

Airports in Toronto

Toronto has 2 main airports:

  • Pearson (YYZ) – Major international and domestic hub
  • Billy Bishop (YTZ) – Smaller, near downtown, mostly domestic and short-haul flights

Pearson International Airport in Toronto (YYZ)

About 17 miles (28 kilometers) to the northwest of the city center. With more than 50 million people a year, it is the busiest airport in Canada.

The free Terminal Link rail connects two terminals (T1 and T3).

Getting from Downtown to Pearson(YYZ)
  • Train: Union Station to the airport takes 25 minutes, and the UP Express costs about CAD $12.35. Runs from early dawn to late at night, every 15 minutes.
  • Ridesharing (Uber, Lyft) or Taxi: Around CAD $50–75, takes 30–60 minutes depending on traffic
  • Private vans and shuttles from hotels: offered by numerous hotels (for free or a fee). Make sure beforehand.
  • Rental vehicle: You may walk or take a shuttle from the parking lots to the rental vehicle center, which is close to the terminals.

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)

The nearest airport to the city center is downtown, which is only 1.5 miles (2.5 km) away from this Toronto Islands location.

primarily offers short-haul international and domestic flights (e.g., to U.S. cities).

Porter Airlines and Air Canada (restricted routes) are the primary carriers.

Short security lines and quick check-in are features of this compact, effective terminal.

Getting from Downtown to Billy Bishop (YTZ)
  • Walk + Ferry: From the mainland, take a free 90-second ferry journey or the pedestrian tunnel.
  • Shuttle Bus: Free shuttle service is available from Union Station (15–20 minutes). every fifteen to thirty minutes.
  • Taxi or ridesharing (Uber, Lyft): $10 to $25 CAD, depending on location and traffic, takes 5 to 20 minutes.

Best Time to Fly to Toronto

Flying to Toronto is most convenient in the spring (April–June) and fall (September–October) seasons. The parks are beautiful, the temperature is moderate (10–20°C), and there are fewer people around. Hotels and flights are frequently less expensive than in the summer.

Festival season and an excellent time to explore sights, summer (July–August) is also crowded, muggy (20–30°C), and expensive for hotels.

Although winter (December–February) is chilly (-5 to 2°C), you can find excellent airline + hotel deals and less tourists if you don't mind snow and bundle up.

Where to Stay in Toronto

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  • Downtown/Entertainment District: Near Rogers Centre, CN Tower, and the exciting nightlife. Ideal for new guests who wish to be right in the middle of the activity.
  • Queen West: Street art, trendy shops, smart cafes, and lots of reasonably priced Airbnbs. Excellent for an artistic, relaxed atmosphere.
  • Yorkville: Fine restaurants, art galleries, boutique shopping, and upscale living. More expensive, but ideal for those seeking elegance and quality.
  • Distillery District: Historic cobblestone streets, hip galleries, breweries, and eateries can be found in the Distillery District. A more sedate place with a distinct ambiance.

Stay away from lodgings close to Pearson Airport unless you have an early departure. It's advisable to stay central because of the intense traffic in downtown!

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