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$60+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Alberta

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ORD — YYC
Feb 4 — Feb 111
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Alberta

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Illinois (USIL) to Alberta (CAAB). 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 January 30, 2025.

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Round-trip from

$153
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One-way from

$60
(Kiwi.com)

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March

Average price

$335

Good round-trip deal

$196 or less

Good one-way deal

$103 or less
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Alberta
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Alberta. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 30, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/65:30 pmORD - YYC
Nonstop3h 49mWestJet
Sat 9/2012:15 pmYYC - ORD
Nonstop3h 28mWestJet
Deal found 1/30$147
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/125:30 pmORD - YEG
1 stop7h 57mWestJet
Wed 6/118:05 amYEG - ORD
Nonstop3h 34mWestJet
Deal found 1/29$170
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/302:40 pmORD - YYC
1 stop9h 26mAir Canada
Sat 10/48:30 amYYC - ORD
Nonstop3h 19mAir Canada
Deal found 1/29$172
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/42:58 pmORD - YYC
1 stop9h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/911:30 amYYC - ORD
Nonstop3h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/30$175
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/97:45 pmORD - YYC
Nonstop3h 44mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/176:15 amYYC - ORD
1 stop15h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/30$182
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/107:10 amORD - YYC
1 stop15h 38mLufthansa
Sun 5/111:30 pmYYC - ORD
1 stop9h 59mLufthansa
Deal found 1/28$198
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/315:02 amORD - YEG
1 stop10h 06mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/18:05 amYEG - ORD
Nonstop3h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/29$204
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/41:32 pmORD - YEG
1 stop12h 06mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/117:00 amYEG - ORD
2 stops23h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/161:55 pmORD - YYC
1 stop10h 12mDelta
Sun 4/207:15 amYYC - ORD
1 stop9h 46mDelta
Deal found 1/30$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/41:26 pmMDW - YYC
1 stop8h 27mDelta
Sat 3/86:35 amYYC - MDW
1 stop10h 08mDelta
Deal found 1/30$250
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/106:20 amMDW - YYC
2 stops12h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/1012:30 amYYC - MDW
1 stop14h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$293
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/135:30 pmORD - YEG
1 stop7h 57mDelta
Thu 6/196:00 amYEG - ORD
2 stops11h 40mDelta
Deal found 1/29$294

Find flights from Illinois to Alberta within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Alberta that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

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ChicagoCalgary

ORD - YYC

ORDYYC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/16

4:45 pm-7:36 pm

Nonstop3h 51m

Calgary

Sun 3/23

11:30 am-3:56 pm

Nonstop3h 26m

$160

ChicagoEdmonton

ORD - YEG

ORDYEG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/12

5:30 pm-12:27 am

1 stop7h 57m

Edmonton

Wed 6/11

8:05 am-12:39 pm

Nonstop3h 34m

$170

ChicagoCalgary

ORD - YYC

ORDYYC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/4

2:58 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop9h 52m

Calgary

Sun 3/9

11:30 am-3:56 pm

Nonstop3h 26m

$175

ChicagoCalgary

ORD - YYC

ORDYYC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/14

4:40 pm-1:03 am

1 stop9h 23m

Calgary

Mon 6/23

11:55 pm-7:55 am

1 stop7h 00m

$189

ChicagoCalgary

ORD - YYC

ORDYYC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/3

8:53 am-11:39 am

Nonstop3h 46m

Calgary

Wed 3/5

12:41 pm-5:08 pm

Nonstop3h 27m

$194

ChicagoEdmonton

ORD - YEG

ORDYEG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/31

5:02 am-2:08 pm

1 stop10h 06m

Edmonton

Sun 6/1

8:05 am-12:29 pm

Nonstop3h 24m

$204

ChicagoEdmonton

ORD - YEG

ORDYEG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/4

1:32 pm-12:38 am

1 stop12h 06m

Edmonton

Tue 3/11

7:00 am-7:48 am

2 stops23h 48m

$237

ChicagoCalgary

MDW - YYC

MDWYYC

Chicago Midway

Tue 3/4

1:26 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop8h 27m

Calgary

Sat 3/8

6:35 am-5:43 pm

1 stop10h 08m

$250

ChicagoCalgary

ORD - YYC

ORDYYC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/2

1:45 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop10h 30m

Calgary

Thu 3/6

8:00 am-6:23 pm

1 stop9h 23m

$250

ChicagoCalgary

MDW - YYC

MDWYYC

Chicago Midway

Mon 3/10

6:20 am-5:40 pm

2 stops12h 20m

Calgary

Mon 3/10

12:30 am-3:32 pm

1 stop14h 02m

$293

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Alberta

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Travel insights for flights from Illinois to Alberta

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Illinois to Alberta including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Alberta?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Alberta (average of $300). Flying from Illinois to Alberta in March is currently the most expensive (average of $458). 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 IL to AB?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Alberta. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to Alberta as you normally would.

Rainfall in Alberta by month

Plan your trip to Alberta by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Alberta ranges from 0.4 - 3.7 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.7 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Alberta when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Alberta by month

Plan your trip to Alberta by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Alberta, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 19.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Alberta

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Alberta. 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 Alberta. Reviews last updated January 30, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Illinois to Alberta, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Delta and Porter Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,454 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
278 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,913 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Illinois to Alberta one-way?

    $60 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from WestJet. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Air Canada, with prices starting from $75 and $77, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Alberta that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Illinois to Alberta?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Illinois to Alberta?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to Alberta 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 Illinois to Alberta?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Alberta (average of $300). Flying from Illinois to Alberta in March is currently the most expensive (average of $458). 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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Top 5 airlines flying from Illinois to Alberta

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Alberta. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$117Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
WestJetCheapest$125Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
DeltaCheapest$147Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$188Average$648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$207Average$722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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