Travelling from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Edmonton International Airport.
Edmonton is one hour behind Chicago and observes the UTC-7 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your ORD to YEG flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Travelling to Edmonton (and then exploring more of Canada!) is easy with WestJet. This popular airline has direct flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Edmonton International Airport.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is WestJet.
United is the most punctual carrier that operates ORD to YEG flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Edmonton International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between ORD and YEG:
Denver International Airport
Minneapolis St Paul Airport
Calgary Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Edmonton International Airport flight is R 2,222. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 5,295. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from ORD to YEG, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The cheapest month for flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Edmonton International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
70% of flights departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Chicago to Chicago O'Hare International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Edmonton International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near ORD:
Arriving at Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
If you have a late Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Edmonton International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these hotels near YEG:
Pick up a Edmonton International Airport rental car and explore Edmonton and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Alamo and Hertz are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Edmonton International Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to central Edmonton
Edmonton International Airport to central Edmonton has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Edmonton International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Edmonton. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Edmonton International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Edmonton, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ORD to YEG in February. Temperatures average between -25ºC (-13ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF) then.
Explore more of Canada
Edmonton is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Canada waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres south of Edmonton, a trip to Calgary will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Calgary Stampede Trailblazer Centre, Calgary Tower and Peace Bridge.
Saskatoon is another essential stop in Canada and is around 483 kilometres east of Edmonton. No journey is complete without a visit to Remai Modern, Wanuskewin Heritage Park and St. John's Anglican Cathedral.
