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Cheap flights from Halifax to Chicago from C$ 157

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 18/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YHZ — CHI
19 Nov — 26 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Halifax Intl to Chicago are usually found in September or January, booked 51 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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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 20 October 2025.

Sun 2/115:55 a.m.YHZ - ORD
1 stop6h 23mAir Canada
Sat 8/117:05 a.m.ORD - YHZ
1 stop6h 42mAir Canada
Deal found 18/10C$ 231
Wed 17/126:55 a.m.YHZ - ORD
1 stop6h 23mAir Canada
Wed 7/17:15 a.m.ORD - YHZ
1 stop6h 32mAir Canada
Deal found 18/10C$ 247
Thu 4/126:55 a.m.YHZ - ORD
1 stop6h 23mAir Canada
Thu 11/122:00 p.m.ORD - YHZ
1 stop6h 11mAir Canada
Deal found 19/10C$ 255
Sat 15/117:00 a.m.YHZ - ORD
1 stop8h 01mAir Canada
Tue 18/112:00 p.m.ORD - YHZ
2 stops8h 06mAir Canada
Deal found 19/10C$ 271
Mon 17/118:45 a.m.YHZ - ORD
2 stops12h 45mAir Canada
Mon 24/118:15 p.m.ORD - YHZ
2 stops17h 02mAir Canada
Deal found 19/10C$ 285
Sat 15/116:55 a.m.YHZ - ORD
2 stops10h 15mAir Canada
Mon 17/118:15 p.m.ORD - YHZ
1 stop11h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 19/10C$ 303
Sat 15/118:25 a.m.YHZ - MDW
1 stop5h 25mPorter Airlines
Sat 22/1112:45 p.m.MDW - YHZ
2 stops9h 04mPorter Airlines
Deal found 18/10C$ 325
Mon 17/118:25 a.m.YHZ - MDW
1 stop8h 55mPorter Airlines
Tue 18/1111:00 a.m.MDW - YHZ
2 stops8h 20mPorter Airlines
Deal found 19/10C$ 353
Mon 17/118:25 a.m.YHZ - MDW
1 stop8h 55mPorter Airlines
Mon 24/1111:00 a.m.MDW - YHZ
2 stops8h 20mPorter Airlines
Deal found 19/10C$ 355
Mon 17/118:25 a.m.YHZ - MDW
1 stop8h 55mPorter Airlines
Thu 20/1111:00 a.m.MDW - YHZ
1 stop7h 10mPorter Airlines
Deal found 19/10C$ 360
Mon 17/118:25 a.m.YHZ - MDW
1 stop8h 55mPorter Airlines
Wed 19/1111:00 a.m.MDW - YHZ
1 stop7h 10mPorter Airlines
Deal found 19/10C$ 381
Thu 20/118:25 a.m.YHZ - MDW
1 stop8h 55mPorter Airlines
Mon 24/1111:00 a.m.MDW - YHZ
1 stop7h 10mPorter Airlines
Deal found 18/10C$ 384

Cheap 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 20 October 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 231

One-way from

C$ 157

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 587
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 2/11-8/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 13h 05m total
  • Halifax to Chicago
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Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 16/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 6h 11m total
  • Halifax to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price (C$ 224 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Halifax

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Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HalifaxChicago

YHZ - ORD

YHZORD

Halifax Intl

Sun 2/11

5:55 a.m.-10:18 a.m.

1 stop6h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/11

7:05 a.m.-3:47 p.m.

1 stop6h 42m

C$ 231

HalifaxChicago

YHZ - ORD

YHZORD

Halifax Intl

Wed 17/12

6:55 a.m.-11:18 a.m.

1 stop6h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/1

7:15 a.m.-3:47 p.m.

1 stop6h 32m

C$ 247

HalifaxChicago

YHZ - ORD

YHZORD

Halifax Intl

Thu 4/12

6:55 a.m.-11:18 a.m.

1 stop6h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/12

2:00 p.m.-10:11 p.m.

1 stop6h 11m

C$ 255

HalifaxChicago

YHZ - ORD

YHZORD

Halifax Intl

Tue 24/3

6:55 a.m.-11:18 a.m.

1 stop6h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 25/3

7:15 a.m.-3:47 p.m.

1 stop6h 32m

C$ 273

HalifaxChicago

YHZ - ORD

YHZORD

Halifax Intl

Mon 17/11

8:45 a.m.-7:30 p.m.

2 stops12h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 24/11

8:15 p.m.-3:17 p.m.

2 stops17h 02m

C$ 285

HalifaxChicago

YHZ - ORD

YHZORD

Halifax Intl

Mon 17/11

8:45 a.m.-7:30 p.m.

2 stops12h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 18/11

2:00 p.m.-12:26 a.m.

1 stop8h 26m

C$ 303

HalifaxChicago

YHZ - ORD

YHZORD

Halifax Intl

Sat 15/11

6:55 a.m.-3:10 p.m.

2 stops10h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 17/11

8:15 p.m.-9:25 a.m.

1 stop11h 10m

C$ 303

HalifaxChicago

YHZ - MDW

YHZMDW

Halifax Intl

Sat 15/11

8:25 a.m.-11:50 a.m.

1 stop5h 25m

Chicago Midway

Sat 22/11

12:45 p.m.-11:49 p.m.

2 stops9h 04m

C$ 325

HalifaxChicago

YHZ - MDW

YHZMDW

Halifax Intl

Mon 17/11

8:25 a.m.-3:20 p.m.

1 stop8h 55m

Chicago Midway

Mon 24/11

11:00 a.m.-9:20 p.m.

2 stops8h 20m

C$ 355

HalifaxChicago

YHZ - MDW

YHZMDW

Halifax Intl

Mon 17/11

8:25 a.m.-3:20 p.m.

1 stop8h 55m

Chicago Midway

Thu 20/11

11:00 a.m.-8:10 p.m.

1 stop7h 10m

C$ 360

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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 17 October 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Halifax to Chicago, you should look to book at least 50 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$ 140). Flying from Halifax to Chicago in August is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 618). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from YHZ to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Halifax to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 October 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Halifax to Chicago in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 54% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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 38% 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.

Newark (EWR) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of C$ 409.

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 Toronto (YTZ) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 30m.

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 Newark (EWR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 42m.

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 20 October 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Halifax to Chicago, such as Porter Airlines,United Airlines, andAir Canada. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
381 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - OPO

Very disappointing, booked with Porter airlines and changed to Air Transit last minute. Old plane, cramped seating, even the aisle was the narrowest I’ve ever seen. Very uncomfortable flight. Full meal at 130 am and only a small piece of banana bread in the morning… should be opposite.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
381 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
381 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - OPO

Very disappointing, booked with Porter airlines and changed to Air Transit last minute. Old plane, cramped seating, even the aisle was the narrowest I’ve ever seen. Very uncomfortable flight. Full meal at 130 am and only a small piece of banana bread in the morning… should be opposite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,991 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
381 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - OPO

Very disappointing, booked with Porter airlines and changed to Air Transit last minute. Old plane, cramped seating, even the aisle was the narrowest I’ve ever seen. Very uncomfortable flight. Full meal at 130 am and only a small piece of banana bread in the morning… should be opposite.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,336 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
381 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - OPO

Very disappointing, booked with Porter airlines and changed to Air Transit last minute. Old plane, cramped seating, even the aisle was the narrowest I’ve ever seen. Very uncomfortable flight. Full meal at 130 am and only a small piece of banana bread in the morning… should be opposite.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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$ 325, Air Canada can have you in Chicago from Halifax in 5h 25m. The distance from Halifax to Chicago is about 1981 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$ 229, 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 55% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Halifax to Chicago?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Halifax to Chicago on time: American Airlines (90%), Envoy Air (90%), SkyWest Airlines (67%).

  • 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$ 140). Flying from Halifax to Chicago in August is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 618). 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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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 229AverageC$ 424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 347AverageC$ 571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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