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$174+ Cheap flights from Ottawa (YOW) to O'Hare Intl (ORD)

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 1/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — ORD
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Ottawa to Chicago O'Hare Intl are usually found in January or December, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to O'Hare Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) to O'Hare Intl (ORD). 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 December 18, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$308
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$174
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$467
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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to O'Hare Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/305:45 pmYOW - ORD
2 stops17h 22mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/319:54 pmORD - YOW
1 stop17h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$543
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/315:00 pmYOW - ORD
Nonstop2h 38mAir Canada
Fri 1/36:06 pmORD - YOW
Nonstop2h 18mAir Canada
Deal found 12/17$600
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/306:00 amYOW - ORD
1 stop7h 13mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/316:06 pmORD - YOW
Nonstop2h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$605
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/275:55 amYOW - ORD
2 stops32h 10mWestJet
Mon 1/610:30 amORD - YOW
2 stops12h 40mWestJet
Deal found 12/17$989

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OttawaChicago

YOW - ORD

YOWORD

Ottawa

Tue 1/14

9:20 am-8:13 pm

1 stop11h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/21

5:35 am-2:57 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$308

OttawaChicago

YOW - ORD

YOWORD

Ottawa

Wed 4/9

5:25 pm-6:54 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/12

2:25 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$421

OttawaChicago

YOW - ORD

YOWORD

Ottawa

Sat 2/1

11:00 am-2:45 pm

1 stop4h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/8

11:35 am-4:58 pm

1 stop4h 23m

$425

OttawaChicago

YOW - ORD

YOWORD

Ottawa

Fri 1/10

5:55 am-4:13 pm

2 stops11h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/13

1:40 pm-12:10 am

2 stops9h 30m

$555

OttawaChicago

YOW - ORD

YOWORD

Ottawa

Wed 5/14

5:55 am-4:36 pm

2 stops11h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/17

1:16 pm-12:22 am

2 stops10h 06m

$819

OttawaChicago

YOW - ORD

YOWORD

Ottawa

Fri 1/31

6:20 am-8:45 pm

2 stops15h 25m

$174

OttawaChicago

YOW - ORD

YOWORD

Ottawa

Wed 5/7

5:25 pm-6:54 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

$230

OttawaChicago

YOW - ORD

YOWORD

Ottawa

Tue 6/3

6:40 pm-7:48 pm

Nonstop2h 08m

$234

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Deals found on 12/16

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Ottawa-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Ottawa-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Ottawa-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Ottawa-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Ottawa-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Ottawa to O'Hare Intl

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Ottawa to O'Hare Intl including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Ottawa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Ottawa to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

Booking 52 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Ottawa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Ottawa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $232). Flying from Ottawa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 YOW to ORD?

Find hourly flight availability from Ottawa to O'Hare Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

When flying from Ottawa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 4% versus a flight at noon.

Rainfall in O'Hare Intl by month

Plan your trip to O'Hare Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in O'Hare Intl by month

Plan your trip to O'Hare Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing O'Hare Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to O'Hare Intl. 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 O'Hare Intl. Reviews last updated December 18, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air Canada, United Airlines and WestJet from Ottawa to Chicago by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,055 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

WestJet
7.3
Good
2,818 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Air Canada
7.0
Good
8,382 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Ottawa to O'Hare Intl. 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 from for flights from Ottawa to Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    Ottawa (YOW), located 6.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Ottawa to Chicago O'Hare Intl. 2 airlines have flights from Ottawa to Chicago O'Hare Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Ottawa to Chicago O'Hare Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 5 outbound flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Ottawa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($421), Air Canada ($425), and WestJet ($555) offers the cheapest pricing from Ottawa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. These flights start at 21% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Ottawa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Ottawa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are SkyWest Airlines (91%), Avianca (86%) and ANA (84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay $615 for a flight from Ottawa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $187 while the most popular route, (Ottawa - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $311.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Ottawa to O'Hare Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Ottawa to O'Hare Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Ottawa to O'Hare Intl?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Ottawa to O'Hare Intl.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Ottawa to O'Hare Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ottawa to O'Hare Intl 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 Ottawa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $232). Flying from Ottawa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 2 airlines flying from Ottawa to O'Hare Intl

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Ottawa to O'Hare Intl. 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 December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$423Average$554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$426Average$560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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