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Cheap flights from Halifax to Chicago from C$ 246

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 21/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YHZ — CHI
24 Apr — 1 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Halifax Intl to Chicago are usually found in September or December, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Halifax to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Halifax to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 March 2026.

Wed 2/98:00 a.m.
YHZ
-
ORD
1 stop8h 35m
Porter Airlines
Wed 9/911:45 a.m.
ORD
-
YHZ
2 stops9h 59m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 20/3C$ 429
Wed 2/98:00 a.m.
YHZ
-
ORD
1 stop8h 35m
Porter Airlines
Mon 7/97:00 a.m.
ORD
-
YHZ
2 stops7h 24m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 24/3C$ 432
Thu 3/911:30 a.m.
YHZ
-
ORD
2 stops12h 05m
Porter Airlines
Mon 7/97:00 a.m.
ORD
-
YHZ
2 stops7h 24m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 24/3C$ 483
Mon 4/58:00 a.m.
YHZ
-
MDW
1 stop8h 35m
Porter Airlines
Mon 11/53:20 p.m.
MDW
-
YHZ
2 stops6h 24m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 21/3C$ 495
Fri 19/63:30 p.m.
YHZ
-
ORD
1 stop7h 01m
WestJet
Mon 22/611:30 a.m.
ORD
-
YHZ
1 stop8h 15m
WestJet
Deal found 23/3C$ 510
Sat 18/48:25 a.m.
YHZ
-
MDW
1 stop5h 45m
Porter Airlines
Wed 22/411:00 a.m.
MDW
-
YHZ
1 stop7h 05m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 21/3C$ 512
Thu 18/63:30 p.m.
YHZ
-
ORD
1 stop7h 01m
WestJet
Thu 25/68:52 a.m.
ORD
-
YHZ
1 stop10h 53m
WestJet
Deal found 24/3C$ 512
Wed 29/73:30 p.m.
YHZ
-
ORD
1 stop5h 11m
WestJet
Mon 3/87:35 p.m.
ORD
-
YHZ
1 stop24h 10m
WestJet
Deal found 20/3C$ 527
Wed 22/46:55 a.m.
YHZ
-
ORD
1 stop19h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 29/45:05 a.m.
ORD
-
YHZ
1 stop9h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3C$ 536
Wed 29/77:00 a.m.
YHZ
-
MDW
2 stops9h 35m
Porter Airlines
Mon 3/810:25 a.m.
MDW
-
YHZ
2 stops11h 19m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 20/3C$ 549
Fri 1/58:15 p.m.
YHZ
-
MDW
1 stop15h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/53:20 p.m.
MDW
-
YHZ
1 stop17h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3C$ 567
Fri 1/56:05 p.m.
YHZ
-
MDW
2 stops17h 40m
Porter Airlines
Mon 4/53:20 p.m.
MDW
-
YHZ
1 stop19h 04m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 24/3C$ 578

Find flight deals from Halifax to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Halifax (YHZ) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 25 March 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 429

One-way from

C$ 246

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 459

Good round-trip deal

C$ 550 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 1,177 or less
Porter Airlines
  • Porter Airlines
  • 2/9-9/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 18h 34m total
  • Halifax to Chicago
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  • Porter Airlines
  • 21/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 35m total
  • Halifax to Chicago
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (C$ 45 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

HalifaxChicago

YHZ - ORD

YHZORD

Halifax Intl

Wed 2/9

8:00 a.m.-2:35 p.m.

2 stops8h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/9

11:45 a.m.-11:44 p.m.

2 stops9h 59m

C$ 440

HalifaxChicago

YHZ - ORD

YHZORD

Halifax Intl

Thu 3/9

11:30 a.m.-9:35 p.m.

2 stops12h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/9

7:00 a.m.-4:24 p.m.

2 stops7h 24m

C$ 483

HalifaxChicago

YHZ - ORD

YHZORD

Halifax Intl

Thu 18/6

3:30 p.m.-8:31 p.m.

1 stop7h 01m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 25/6

7:01 a.m.-9:45 p.m.

1 stop12h 44m

C$ 512

HalifaxChicago

YHZ - ORD

YHZORD

Halifax Intl

Wed 1/7

3:30 p.m.-8:24 p.m.

1 stop6h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/7

5:45 p.m.-9:45 p.m.

1 stop26h 00m

C$ 514

HalifaxChicago

YHZ - ORD

YHZORD

Halifax Intl

Wed 2/9

3:30 p.m.-9:24 a.m.

1 stop19h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/9

8:55 a.m.-9:45 p.m.

1 stop10h 50m

C$ 527
Quickest round-trip

HalifaxChicago

YHZ - MDW

YHZMDW

Halifax Intl

Mon 4/5

8:00 a.m.-2:35 p.m.

2 stops8h 35m

Chicago Midway

Mon 11/5

3:20 p.m.-11:44 p.m.

2 stops6h 24m

C$ 528

HalifaxChicago

YHZ - MDW

YHZMDW

Halifax Intl

Sat 18/4

8:25 a.m.-12:10 p.m.

1 stop5h 45m

Chicago Midway

Wed 22/4

11:00 a.m.-11:54 p.m.

2 stops10h 54m

C$ 576

HalifaxChicago

YHZ - MDW

YHZMDW

Halifax Intl

Fri 1/5

6:05 p.m.-9:45 a.m.

2 stops17h 40m

Chicago Midway

Mon 4/5

3:20 p.m.-12:24 p.m.

1 stop19h 04m

C$ 578

HalifaxChicago

YHZ - MDW

YHZMDW

Halifax Intl

Wed 29/7

8:00 a.m.-2:35 p.m.

2 stops8h 35m

Chicago Midway

Mon 3/8

3:20 p.m.-11:44 p.m.

2 stops6h 24m

C$ 578

HalifaxChicago

YHZ - MDW

YHZMDW

Halifax Intl

Fri 1/5

7:00 a.m.-2:35 p.m.

2 stops9h 35m

Chicago Midway

Tue 5/5

10:30 a.m.-11:47 p.m.

2 stops11h 17m

C$ 612

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Best time to book a flight from Halifax to Chicago

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Halifax to Chicago

How far ahead should I book a flight from Halifax to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Halifax to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Halifax to Chicago, you should look to book at least 63 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Halifax to Chicago?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Halifax to Chicago (average of C$ 135). Flying from Halifax to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 774). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Halifax to Chicago?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Halifax to Chicago?

Share of one-stop round-trip flights from Halifax to Chicago chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Montreal (YUL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 48% of one-stop itineraries from Halifax to Chicago on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Halifax to Chicago?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Halifax to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Detroit (DTW) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of C$ 489.

What’s the fastest layover option from Halifax to Chicago?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Halifax to Chicago, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Detroit (DTW) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 11m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Halifax to Chicago?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Halifax to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Detroit (DTW) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 27m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated 25 March 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Halifax to Chicago, such as Porter Airlines,United Airlines, andWestJet. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
428 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

John,Mar 2026

YYZ - PVR

I'm 6ft 4in. The seats don't have enough room. But was a good flight.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
428 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
428 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

John,Mar 2026

YYZ - PVR

I'm 6ft 4in. The seats don't have enough room. But was a good flight.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,477 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
428 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

John,Mar 2026

YYZ - PVR

I'm 6ft 4in. The seats don't have enough room. But was a good flight.
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,302 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
428 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

John,Mar 2026

YYZ - PVR

I'm 6ft 4in. The seats don't have enough room. But was a good flight.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,840 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
428 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

John,Mar 2026

YYZ - PVR

I'm 6ft 4in. The seats don't have enough room. But was a good flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Halifax to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Halifax to Chicago?

    For a flight from Halifax to Chicago, you will be flying from Halifax Intl. Halifax Intl (YHZ) is just 26.9 km from the centre of the city. Halifax Intl is the only Halifax airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Chicago per day. 2 airlines have flights to Chicago from Halifax Intl on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Halifax to Chicago?

    For as low as C$ 512, Porter Airlines can have you in Chicago from Halifax in 7h 01m. The distance from Halifax to Chicago is about 1988 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Halifax to Chicago round-trip?

    United Airlines, at C$ 224, was found to be the cheapest airline from Halifax to Chicago. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Air Canada. Users have found that United Airlines is 62% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Halifax to Chicago?

    On average you can expect to pay C$ 941 for a flight from Halifax to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is C$ 254 while the most popular route, (Halifax Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at C$ 561.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Halifax to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Halifax to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Halifax to Chicago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Halifax to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Halifax to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Halifax to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Halifax to Chicago?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Halifax to Chicago (average of C$ 135). Flying from Halifax to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 774). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestC$ 224AverageC$ 225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 284AverageC$ 640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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