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$64+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Banff, Canada

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 4/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — YYC
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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The best prices from Chicago to Banff are usually found in September or March, booked 67 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Banff

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Banff (B4N). 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 21, 2025.

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$162
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One-way from

$64
(Trip.com)

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September

Average price

$335
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Banff
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Banff. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/104:45 pmORD - YYC
Nonstop3h 51mWestJet
Mon 3/2411:30 amYYC - ORD
Nonstop3h 26mWestJet
Deal found 1/20$158
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/204:45 pmORD - YYC
Nonstop3h 51mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/276:15 amYYC - ORD
1 stop7h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$179
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 5/177:10 amORD - YYC
1 stop15h 38mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/248:30 amYYC - ORD
Nonstop3h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$204
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/82:05 pmORD - YYC
1 stop8h 13mAir Canada
Tue 2/118:30 amYYC - ORD
1 stop9h 08mAir Canada
Deal found 1/19$235
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Mon 2/101:26 pmMDW - YYC
1 stop8h 27mDelta
Sun 2/166:35 amYYC - MDW
1 stop10h 08mDelta
Deal found 1/20$250
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 2/191:45 pmORD - YYC
1 stop10h 30mDelta
Wed 2/268:00 amYYC - ORD
1 stop9h 23mDelta
Deal found 1/20$250
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/215:35 pmMDW - YYC
1 stop16h 13mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/287:30 pmYYC - MDW
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$351
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Thu 2/201:26 pmMDW - YYC
1 stop8h 27mKLM
Thu 2/276:35 amYYC - MDW
1 stop10h 08mKLM
Deal found 1/20$485
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Tue 3/1111:15 amMDW - YYC
2 stops11h 16mPorter Airlines
Wed 3/127:40 amYYC - MDW
2 stops32h 00mPorter Airlines
Deal found 1/20$592
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Thu 3/1310:25 amMDW - YYC
1 stop11h 17mWestJet
Tue 3/259:55 amYYC - MDW
1 stop22h 14mWestJet
Deal found 1/19$600

Find flights from Chicago to Banff within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Banff 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 21, 2025.

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ChicagoCalgary

ORD - YYC

ORDYYC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/10

4:45 pm-7:36 pm

Nonstop3h 51m

Calgary

Mon 3/24

11:30 am-3:56 pm

Nonstop3h 26m

$158

ChicagoCalgary

ORD - YYC

ORDYYC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/20

4:45 pm-7:36 pm

Nonstop3h 51m

Calgary

Thu 2/27

6:15 am-2:51 pm

1 stop7h 36m

$179

ChicagoCalgary

ORD - YYC

ORDYYC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/17

7:10 am-9:48 pm

1 stop15h 38m

Calgary

Sat 5/24

8:30 am-12:49 pm

Nonstop3h 19m

$204

ChicagoCalgary

ORD - YYC

ORDYYC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/8

2:05 pm-9:18 pm

1 stop8h 13m

Calgary

Tue 2/11

8:30 am-6:38 pm

1 stop9h 08m

$235

ChicagoCalgary

MDW - YYC

MDWYYC

Chicago Midway

Mon 2/10

1:26 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop8h 27m

Calgary

Sun 2/16

6:35 am-5:43 pm

1 stop10h 08m

$250

ChicagoCalgary

ORD - YYC

ORDYYC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/19

12:15 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop9h 38m

Calgary

Tue 2/25

12:40 pm-9:27 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$250

ChicagoCalgary

ORD - YYC

ORDYYC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/10

12:15 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop9h 38m

Calgary

Sun 2/16

12:40 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$255

ChicagoCalgary

MDW - YYC

MDWYYC

Chicago Midway

Sun 3/16

5:35 pm-8:48 am

1 stop16h 13m

Calgary

Fri 3/21

7:30 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop15h 30m

$342

ChicagoCalgary

MDW - YYC

MDWYYC

Chicago Midway

Thu 2/20

1:26 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop8h 27m

Calgary

Thu 2/27

6:35 am-5:43 pm

1 stop10h 08m

$485

ChicagoCalgary

MDW - YYC

MDWYYC

Chicago Midway

Fri 3/14

11:15 am-9:08 pm

2 stops10h 53m

Calgary

Fri 3/21

4:20 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop18h 40m

$587

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Banff

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Banff

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Banff. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Banff is 67 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Banff (average of $300). Flying from Chicago to Banff in March is currently the most expensive (average of $467). 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 CHI to B4N?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Banff. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

When flying from Chicago to Banff, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Banff flight should consider departing on Friday at noon 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.

Rainfall in Banff by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Banff 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 Banff when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Banff by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Banff, 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 Banff

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Banff. 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 Banff. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Chicago to Banff, see what other customers have to say about WestJet, Air Canada and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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
9,706 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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
8,521 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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
277 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

KLM
7.8
Good
1,341 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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
8,985 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is WestJet, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $64. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Air Canada, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago to Banff for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Banff?

    While on average a flight from Chicago to Banff is generally $221, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $66. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Calgary), you can expect to pay $179 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Banff (average of $300). Flying from Chicago to Banff in March is currently the most expensive (average of $467). 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 Chicago to Banff

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Banff. 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 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$116Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
WestJetCheapest$125Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
DeltaCheapest$148Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$188Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$210Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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