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$75+ 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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — YYC
Apr 27 — May 41
Sun 4/27
Sun 5/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Banff are usually found in May or September, booked 22 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Sunday

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Mytrip
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Round-trip from

$158
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$75
(Yatra.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$307
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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 April 22, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/62:22 pmORD - YYC
1 stop9h 16mAir Canada
Tue 5/612:55 amYYC - ORD
1 stop7h 57mAir Canada
Deal found 4/22$165
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/135:30 pmORD - YYC
Nonstop3h 49mWestJet
Sun 5/2512:15 pmYYC - ORD
Nonstop3h 29mWestJet
Deal found 4/22$200
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/165:05 amORD - YYC
1 stop9h 48mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/2612:25 amYYC - ORD
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$202
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Fri 5/95:05 amORD - YYC
1 stop9h 48mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/121:30 pmYYC - ORD
1 stop9h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/22$206
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/58:25 pmORD - YYC
Nonstop4h 04mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/126:29 amYYC - ORD
Nonstop3h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$226
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Sat 5/31:16 pmMDW - YYC
1 stop8h 31mDelta
Thu 5/86:30 amYYC - MDW
1 stop10h 15mDelta
Deal found 4/22$251
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Fri 5/91:40 pmORD - YYC
1 stop10h 21mDelta
Mon 5/122:00 pmYYC - ORD
1 stop6h 40mDelta
Deal found 4/22$251
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/126:38 pmMDW - YYC
1 stop17h 41mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/1312:30 amYYC - MDW
1 stop9h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$301
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Fri 5/22:07 pmORD - YYC
2 stops28h 22mAlaska Airlines
Mon 5/56:19 pmYYC - ORD
2 stops17h 48mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/22$333
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Fri 5/309:40 amMDW - YYC
1 stop12h 34mPorter Airlines
Mon 6/211:55 pmYYC - MDW
1 stop15h 29mPorter Airlines
Deal found 4/22$386

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Banff that are best for you.

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ChicagoCalgary

ORD - YYC

ORDYYC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/6

2:22 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop9h 16m

Calgary

Tue 5/6

12:55 am-9:52 am

1 stop7h 57m

$165

ChicagoCalgary

ORD - YYC

ORDYYC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/13

5:30 pm-8:19 pm

Nonstop3h 49m

Calgary

Sun 5/25

12:15 pm-4:44 pm

Nonstop3h 29m

$200

ChicagoCalgary

ORD - YYC

ORDYYC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/16

5:05 am-1:53 pm

1 stop9h 48m

Calgary

Tue 5/27

6:00 am-3:05 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$202

ChicagoCalgary

ORD - YYC

ORDYYC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/9

5:05 am-1:53 pm

1 stop9h 48m

Calgary

Mon 5/12

1:30 pm-12:29 am

1 stop9h 59m

$206

ChicagoCalgary

ORD - YYC

ORDYYC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/5

8:25 pm-11:29 pm

Nonstop4h 04m

Calgary

Tue 8/12

6:29 am-10:54 am

Nonstop3h 25m

$226

ChicagoCalgary

MDW - YYC

MDWYYC

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/3

1:16 pm-8:47 pm

1 stop8h 31m

Calgary

Thu 5/8

6:30 am-5:45 pm

1 stop10h 15m

$251

ChicagoCalgary

ORD - YYC

ORDYYC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/9

1:40 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop10h 21m

Calgary

Mon 5/12

2:00 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$251

ChicagoCalgary

MDW - YYC

MDWYYC

Chicago Midway

Mon 5/12

6:38 pm-11:19 am

1 stop17h 41m

Calgary

Tue 5/13

12:30 am-11:26 am

1 stop9h 56m

$301

ChicagoCalgary

ORD - YYC

ORDYYC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/2

2:07 pm-5:29 pm

2 stops28h 22m

Calgary

Mon 5/5

6:19 pm-1:07 pm

2 stops17h 48m

$333

ChicagoCalgary

MDW - YYC

MDWYYC

Chicago Midway

Fri 5/30

9:40 am-9:14 pm

1 stop12h 34m

Calgary

Mon 6/2

11:55 pm-4:24 pm

1 stop15h 29m

$386

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Banff

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Banff from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Banff

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 April 18, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Banff is 22 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 June is currently the most expensive (average of $410). 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 April 22, 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. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Banff

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Banff. 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 April 22, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to B4N are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

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 April 22, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Chicago to Banff, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Porter Airlines and Delta. 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
9,911 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,911 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,911 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
284 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,911 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,911 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,683 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,911 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,911 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

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 Air Canada, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $75. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago to Banff for a low price.

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

    Before booking your flight to Banff from Chicago, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air Canada (79%), United Airlines (79%), American Airlines( 78%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Banff?

    While on average a flight from Chicago to Banff is generally $975, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $80. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Calgary), you can expect to pay $169 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.

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  • 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 June is currently the most expensive (average of $410). 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 April 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$112Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
DeltaCheapest$125Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
WestJetCheapest$129Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
American AirlinesCheapest$182Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$186Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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