Traveling from Montreal to Chicago: what you need to know
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is Montreal's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Montreal to Chicago taking off from here.
Touch down in Chicago at O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
The average length of a direct Montreal to Chicago flight is 2 hours 40 minutes.
Chicago is one hour behind Montreal and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 46 departures a week to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Montreal to Chicago is with Air Canada at 18:50. Choose the first YUL to ORD departure with United Airlines at 06:00 to make the most of your arrival in Chicago.
For a stress-free start to your trip, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your Montreal to Chicago flight.
Traveling over a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Chicago
Right now, AED 352 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Chicago. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 513. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap Montreal to Chicago flights by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The best month for picking up cheap plane tickets from Montreal to Chicago is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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Flying from Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Montreal to Chicago, you can depart from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). Travel from YUL to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in one seamless journey.
You'll have your pick of airlines that offer direct Montreal to Chicago plane tickets out of YUL. Reserve your trip with one of these:
YUL is about 16 kilometers from central Montreal. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
After an easy start to your travels? Stay near Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Montreal to Chicago or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
64.89% of flights leaving from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Arriving in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The distance from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago is roughly 26 kilometers. It takes about 35 minutes to reach the center driving.
It typically takes 55 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Montreal to Chicago. Book one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Pick up an O'Hare International Airport rental car and discover Chicago and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from O'Hare International Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Central Chicago is about 14 kilometers from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). As soon as your flight from Montreal to Chicago has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 20 minutes.
Traveling by public transport will take around 45 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near MDW. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Montreal to Chicago:
Dollar, Hertz and Budget make collecting a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Snap up a deal by booking your ride from MDW four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
The address for Chicago Midway International Airport is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Head to the city center after your flight from Montreal to Chicago has touched down. Central Chicago is about 129 kilometers from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to get there in a car.
Public transport will take you there in about 4 hours 15 minutes.
Start your travels without stressing about how to get to where you're going with a Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car. You can book with reliable suppliers here like Budget, Alamo and National.
Rental providers sometimes offer deals on early bookings, so book your vehicle from RFD a few weeks ahead of your flight from Montreal to Chicago. A little planning can save you money.
Chicago Rockford International Airport's street address is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
August is the most popular month for flights from Montreal to Chicago. To skip the crowds, visit Chicago in January.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Montreal to Chicago ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap flights from Montreal to Chicago around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Montreal to Chicago, explore our range of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are must-do's during your Chicago adventure.
Explore more of United States
Columbus is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Chicago. Around 451 kilometers to the south-east, popular attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
Indianapolis is another standout destination in United States and is around 257 kilometers south-east of Chicago. No journey is complete without seeing The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.