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$73+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Calgary (YYC)

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ORD — YYC
Feb 26 — Mar 51
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Calgary

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Calgary flight deals. Data was last updated February 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$162
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$73
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$316

Good round-trip deal

$190 or less

Good one-way deal

$100 or less
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From Illinois to Calgary
One-way flight from Illinois to Calgary
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($78 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Illinois to Calgary.
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Calgary
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Calgary. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 21, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/235:30 pmORD - YYC
Nonstop3h 49mWestJet
Sat 9/2712:15 pmYYC - ORD
Nonstop3h 28mWestJet
Deal found 2/19$157
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/58:53 amORD - YYC
Nonstop3h 46mAir Canada
Wed 3/1212:41 pmYYC - ORD
Nonstop3h 29mAir Canada
Deal found 2/19$195
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sun 4/64:45 pmORD - YYC
Nonstop3h 51mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/138:30 amYYC - ORD
1 stop9h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$199
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sun 4/67:10 amORD - YYC
1 stop15h 38mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/131:30 pmYYC - ORD
1 stop10h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$220
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/11:16 pmMDW - YYC
1 stop8h 26mDelta
Tue 4/86:30 amYYC - MDW
1 stop6h 47mDelta
Deal found 2/21$250
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/34:00 pmORD - YYC
1 stop5h 47mDelta
Thu 5/87:15 amYYC - ORD
1 stop9h 46mDelta
Deal found 2/20$250
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/68:50 pmMDW - YYC
1 stop27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/139:45 pmYYC - MDW
2 stops25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$282
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/19:50 amORD - YYC
Nonstop3h 45mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/61:18 pmYYC - ORD
Nonstop3h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$313
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/189:28 amSTL - YYC
1 stop13h 22mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/261:22 pmYYC - STL
1 stop21h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/21$382
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/66:35 amSTL - YYC
2 stops41h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/1311:30 amYYC - STL
2 stops31h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$386
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/1811:19 amSTL - YYC
1 stop10h 23mDelta
Wed 3/267:40 amYYC - STL
2 stops14h 46mDelta
Deal found 2/21$408
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Mon 3/106:30 amSTL - YYC
2 stops16h 11mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/177:20 pmYYC - STL
2 stops19h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$436

Find flights from Illinois to Calgary within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Calgary 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 February 21, 2025.

Fly from

Illinois

Fly to

Calgary

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Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoCalgary

ORD - YYC

ORDYYC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/10

4:45 pm-7:36 pm

Nonstop3h 51m

Calgary

Mon 4/14

11:30 am-3:56 pm

Nonstop3h 26m

$162

ChicagoCalgary

ORD - YYC

ORDYYC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/5

8:53 am-11:39 am

Nonstop3h 46m

Calgary

Wed 3/12

12:41 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop3h 29m

$195

ChicagoCalgary

ORD - YYC

ORDYYC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/6

4:45 pm-7:36 pm

Nonstop3h 51m

Calgary

Sun 4/13

8:30 am-6:54 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$199

ChicagoCalgary

ORD - YYC

ORDYYC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/6

7:10 am-9:48 pm

1 stop15h 38m

Calgary

Fri 4/11

6:15 am-11:02 pm

1 stop15h 47m

$220

ChicagoCalgary

MDW - YYC

MDWYYC

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/1

1:16 pm-8:42 pm

1 stop8h 26m

Calgary

Tue 4/8

6:30 am-2:17 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$250

ChicagoCalgary

ORD - YYC

ORDYYC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/3

4:00 pm-8:47 pm

1 stop5h 47m

Calgary

Thu 5/8

7:15 am-6:01 pm

1 stop9h 46m

$250

ChicagoCalgary

MDW - YYC

MDWYYC

Chicago Midway

Sun 4/6

8:50 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop27h 05m

Calgary

Sun 4/13

9:45 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops25h 05m

$282

ChicagoCalgary

ORD - YYC

ORDYYC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/1

9:50 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

Calgary

Tue 5/6

1:18 pm-5:48 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

$313

St. LouisCalgary

STL - YYC

STLYYC

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 3/18

9:28 am-9:50 pm

1 stop13h 22m

Calgary

Wed 3/26

1:22 pm-11:24 am

1 stop21h 02m

$382

St. LouisCalgary

STL - YYC

STLYYC

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 4/6

6:35 am-10:55 pm

2 stops41h 20m

Calgary

Sun 4/13

11:30 am-8:10 pm

2 stops31h 40m

$386

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Travel insights for flights from Illinois to Calgary

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Calgary (average of $300). Flying from Illinois to Calgary in March is currently the most expensive (average of $433). 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 YYC?

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Calgary

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to Calgary. 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 February 21, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to YYC are scheduled on a Thursday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in Calgary by month

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

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

Temperature in Calgary by month

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

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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Calgary. 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 Calgary. Reviews last updated February 21, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and Porter Airlines from Illinois to Calgary to help guide your decision. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

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

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

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

8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

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

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

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

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

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

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

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 Calgary. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Calgary from Illinois?

    For a flight from Illinois to Calgary, you will be flying into Calgary. Calgary (YYC) is just 5.8 mi from the center of the city.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with WestJet, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $73. United Airlines flights start at $75 while deals on Air Canada start at $77 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Calgary?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Illinois to Calgary?

    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 Illinois to Calgary on time: United Airlines (90%), Air Canada (80%), American Airlines (33%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Calgary?

    The cheapest flight price from Illinois to Calgary is $62. On average you can expect to pay $539. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Calgary), can usually be booked for $178.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Calgary (average of $300). Flying from Illinois to Calgary in March is currently the most expensive (average of $433). 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 Calgary

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$121Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
WestJetCheapest$126Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
DeltaCheapest$145Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$188Average$662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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