Cheap flights from Toronto to Chicago from C$ 160

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 18/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YTO — CHI
17 Jan — 24 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Toronto to Chicago are usually found in July or June, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Toronto to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Toronto to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 December 2025.

Wed 31/129:00 p.m.YYZ - ORD
Nonstop2h 05mUnited Airlines
Fri 30/111:15 a.m.ORD - YYZ
Nonstop1h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/12C$ 281
Wed 31/127:40 p.m.YYZ - ORD
1 stop5h 04mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/24:50 p.m.ORD - YYZ
Nonstop1h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/12C$ 289
Wed 31/126:40 p.m.YYZ - ORD
1 stop5h 55mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/18:51 a.m.ORD - YYZ
1 stop13h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/12C$ 327
Tue 30/127:40 p.m.YYZ - ORD
1 stop5h 04mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/16:17 p.m.ORD - YYZ
1 stop4h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/12C$ 347
Tue 30/129:15 a.m.YTZ - MDW
Nonstop1h 50mPorter Airlines
Sun 1/211:00 a.m.MDW - YTZ
Nonstop1h 42mPorter Airlines
Deal found 15/12C$ 372
Mon 29/129:00 a.m.YYZ - ORD
Nonstop2h 05mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/27:10 a.m.ORD - YYZ
Nonstop1h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/12C$ 380
Wed 31/129:15 a.m.YTZ - MDW
Nonstop1h 50mPorter Airlines
Tue 3/211:05 a.m.MDW - YTZ
Nonstop1h 42mPorter Airlines
Deal found 15/12C$ 401
Tue 30/127:40 p.m.YYZ - ORD
1 stop5h 04mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/26:28 p.m.ORD - YYZ
Nonstop1h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/12C$ 402
Mon 29/129:00 a.m.YYZ - ORD
Nonstop2h 05mUnited Airlines
Sat 31/11:13 p.m.ORD - YYZ
Nonstop1h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/12C$ 415
Wed 31/127:15 a.m.YYZ - ORD
2 stops15h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/27:00 a.m.ORD - YYZ
1 stop15h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/12C$ 426
Mon 29/129:00 a.m.YYZ - ORD
Nonstop2h 05mUnited Airlines
Fri 30/16:17 p.m.ORD - YYZ
1 stop4h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/12C$ 428
Sun 28/129:00 p.m.YYZ - ORD
Nonstop2h 05mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/21:13 p.m.ORD - YYZ
Nonstop1h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/12C$ 441

Find flight deals from Toronto to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Toronto (YTO) 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 18 December 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 251

One-way from

C$ 160

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

C$ 442

Good round-trip deal

C$ 245 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 152 or less
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 23/1-1/2
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 53m total
  • Toronto to Chicago
Porter Airlines
  • Porter Airlines
  • 18/1
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 50m total
  • Toronto to Chicago
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (C$ 51 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Toronto (YTO) to Chicago (CHI).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Toronto (YTO) to Chicago (CHI).

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Depart

Return

Price

TorontoChicago

YYZ - ORD

YYZORD

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 5/2

9:00 a.m.-10:06 a.m.

Nonstop2h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/2

7:10 a.m.-9:58 a.m.

Nonstop1h 48m

C$ 256

TorontoChicago

YTZ - MDW

YTZMDW

Toronto Island

Thu 29/1

9:15 a.m.-10:05 a.m.

Nonstop1h 50m

Chicago Midway

Thu 5/2

11:05 a.m.-1:47 p.m.

Nonstop1h 42m

C$ 256

TorontoChicago

YTZ - MDW

YTZMDW

Toronto Island

Fri 20/2

9:15 a.m.-10:05 a.m.

Nonstop1h 50m

Chicago Midway

Mon 23/2

11:00 a.m.-1:42 p.m.

Nonstop1h 42m

C$ 258

TorontoChicago

YTZ - ORD

YTZORD

Toronto Island

Fri 16/1

8:30 a.m.-2:55 p.m.

1 stop7h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 18/1

7:15 a.m.-2:55 p.m.

1 stop6h 40m

C$ 274

TorontoChicago

YTZ - MDW

YTZMDW

Toronto Island

Sun 25/1

9:15 a.m.-10:05 a.m.

Nonstop1h 50m

Chicago Midway

Wed 28/1

11:00 a.m.-1:42 p.m.

Nonstop1h 42m

C$ 276

TorontoChicago

YTZ - ORD

YTZORD

Toronto Island

Thu 15/1

8:30 a.m.-2:55 p.m.

1 stop7h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 18/1

7:15 a.m.-2:55 p.m.

1 stop6h 40m

C$ 285

TorontoChicago

YTZ - MDW

YTZMDW

Toronto Island

Wed 14/1

9:15 a.m.-10:05 a.m.

Nonstop1h 50m

Chicago Midway

Sun 18/1

11:00 a.m.-1:42 p.m.

Nonstop1h 42m

C$ 291

TorontoChicago

YYZ - ORD

YYZORD

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 14/1

9:00 p.m.-10:05 p.m.

Nonstop2h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 15/1

1:13 p.m.-4:02 p.m.

Nonstop1h 49m

C$ 292

TorontoChicago

YYZ - ORD

YYZORD

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 20/1

9:00 p.m.-10:05 p.m.

Nonstop2h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 24/1

7:10 a.m.-9:58 a.m.

Nonstop1h 48m

C$ 292

TorontoChicago

YYZ - ORD

YYZORD

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 25/1

9:00 a.m.-10:06 a.m.

Nonstop2h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 27/1

11:15 a.m.-2:01 p.m.

Nonstop1h 46m

C$ 292

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Best time to book a flight from Toronto to Chicago

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Toronto to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 12 December 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Toronto to Chicago, you should look to book at least 78 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 Toronto to Chicago?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Toronto to Chicago (average of C$ 113). Flying from Toronto to Chicago in February is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 254). 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 YTO to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Toronto 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 18 December 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 30% on flights from Toronto to Chicago by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Toronto to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Toronto to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Toronto to Chicago flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Toronto to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Toronto to Chicago. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 18 December 2025.

The most flights from YTO to CHI are scheduled on a Wednesday (58 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (19 on average).

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

How often are flights from Toronto to Chicago delayed?

About 11% of weekly flights between Toronto and Chicago have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 139 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Toronto to Chicago flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Toronto to Chicago flights?

Over the past year, United Airlines has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% of flights being delayed.

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 18 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Porter Airlines,Air Transat, andUnited Airlines from Toronto to Chicago by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Mohameed,Nov 2025

LAS - YYZ

It's good. Planes are new and fresh. WiFi is best and stands out

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Mohameed,Nov 2025

LAS - YYZ

It's good. Planes are new and fresh. WiFi is best and stands out

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Mohameed,Nov 2025

LAS - YYZ

It's good. Planes are new and fresh. WiFi is best and stands out

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Mohameed,Nov 2025

LAS - YYZ

It's good. Planes are new and fresh. WiFi is best and stands out

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Mohameed,Nov 2025

LAS - YYZ

It's good. Planes are new and fresh. WiFi is best and stands out

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Mohameed,Nov 2025

LAS - YYZ

It's good. Planes are new and fresh. WiFi is best and stands out

Toronto to Chicago Travel Guide

O’Hare International Airport is on the northwest side of the city in Chicago. It’s about 14 miles away from the city centre. The airport was built to take over for Midway originally. It’s a busy airport that is a hub for major airlines like United and American Airlines.

Midway International Airport used to be the main airport in Chicago until O’Hare came along. This airport is still the second busiest one in the state of Illinois though. This is a major hub for Southwest Airlines.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Toronto to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How can passengers contribute to sustainability when flying from Toronto to Chicago?

    Pack a little if you want to minimize your carbon footprint when traveling from Toronto to Chicago. It is one of the easiest strategies for travelers to boost sustainable development. This is accurate since flying efficiently reduces the weight of the airplane, which in turn reduces fuel consumption. Before you even get to the runway, flying out of a green airport will reduce your carbon impact. These airports reduce their emissions through the use of alternative energy, the purchase of biofuels, or the application of green design principles during additions and upgrades.

  • What sustainability practices does Toronto Pearson International Airport offer?

    By 2030, Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) wants to have net-zero carbon emissions. It includes "Scope 1" emissions from the fleet of vehicles and natural gas consumption of the airport, as well as "Scope 2" emissions from the production of the airport's electrical needs. The airport's Scope 2 emissions, which make up 93% of emission levels within its operational procedures, will be totally eradicated by cutting power use and transitioning to 100% green sources. Toronto Pearson  Airport will continue to prioritize operational management while concentrating on indirect "Scope 3" emissions.

  • Which alternative means of transportation is available along this route?

    If you intend to travel from Toronto to Chicago without adding to global warming emissions, a flight is your best bet. Flying is the most environmentally beneficial form of transportation since it allows for the most efficient long-distance transportation of people. However, you should opt for nonstop flights, as they consume less fuel per passenger as compared to connecting flights. Alternatively, you can opt for Amtrak trains which are more sustainable compared to trains as they produce at least 50% fewer carbon emissions. The best part is some of these trains adopt green energy; hence are sustainable.

  • What airports serve Toronto to Chicago flights?

    Flying out of Toronto to go to Chicago, you’ll show up to board your flight at Pearson International Airport in Toronto. Your flight will be heading for either Chicago O’Hare or Chicago Midway International Airport. You’ll find a variety of options for this route. You can fly direct, with one-stop, or more. There is a large range of prices for these flights.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Toronto to Chicago?

    You can find a lot of direct flights from Toronto to Chicago. American Airlines has a few from Pearson to O’Hare. They’re about two hours long. Air Canada flies the same route. United also flies non-stop between Pearson and O’Hare.

  • What are the stopover options between Toronto to Chicago?

    American Airlines has one-stop flights that land in Charlotte on the way to Chicago. This stopover varies in the time it adds to your travel day. You could be looking at six and a half hours, but also up to eleven hours. Delta makes a stopover in Detroit on the way to either Midway or O’Hare. These flights are only a few hours longer than the direct flights. Air Canada has a route that goes through Montreal before landing at O’Hare.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Toronto to Chicago?

    While you do need your passport because you’re passing over the border into the US, you do not need a visa if you’re only going for a leisure trip. If you will be working or going to school, or investing on your trip, then you will need some kind of visa.

  • How long is the flight from Toronto to Chicago?

    Airlines like United Airlines, Porter Airlines, and Air Canada fly from Toronto to Chicago in about 1h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 35m. Airlines will cover a distance of 711 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Toronto to Chicago is Porter Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 195 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Air Canada, starting at C$ 249 and C$ 249 round-trip. Users have found that Porter Airlines is 43% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Toronto to Chicago one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Toronto to Chicago are Porter Airlines (C$ 128), United Airlines (C$ 162), and American Airlines (C$ 164).

  • What are the most popular routes from Toronto to Chicago?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Toronto 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 Toronto to Chicago on time: EVA Air (83%), Japan Airlines (80%), Egyptair (78%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Toronto to Chicago?

    On average you can expect to pay C$ 2,024 for a flight from Toronto to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is C$ 145 while the most popular route, (Toronto Pearson Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at C$ 214.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Toronto 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 Toronto to Chicago?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Toronto to Chicago (average of C$ 113). Flying from Toronto to Chicago in February is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 254). 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
Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 195AverageC$ 311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 257AverageC$ 415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 259AverageC$ 422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 265AverageC$ 411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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WestJetCheapestC$ 368AverageC$ 499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Helpful tips for your next trip to Chicago

Get useful tips and recommendations to enhance your travel experience on your next trip to Chicago. Learn about must-visit attractions, local customs, transportation options, weather conditions, and other valuable tips to make your trip more enjoyable and hassle-free.
  • Flights from Toronto to Chicago depart from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ). The airport demonstrates its dedication to sustainability by using solar power to run its everyday activities.
  • United Airlines flying along this route endorses sustainability practices. The airline is adopting the use of Sustainable Aviation fuel (SAF) in its fleet and doing away with old planes while adopting modern ones which are fuel efficient.
  • Before booking your flight ticket, look for a green airport to reduce your carbon footprint. If you need information about sustainable airports like Chicago O’Hare (ORD), explore the carbon Airport Accreditation list.

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