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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago to Vancouver Intl Airport:

• Earliest: departs at 8:49 am and lands at 1:39 pm
• Latest: departs at 3:35 pm and lands at 8:25 pm.

The flight takes about 4h 50m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago to Vancouver Intl Airport:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Chicago to Vancouver Intl Airport takes 4h 50m, covering 1,774 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Round-trip flights from Chicago to Vancouver Intl Airport range from $484 to $731, with an average of $613 over the past 12 months. Anything below $484 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 16% above the $613 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $317 round-trip via Calgary (YYC), compared to $629 for nonstop.

American Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while United Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Chicago to Vancouver Intl Airport flights are:

• American Airlines: 78% on time
• United Airlines: 77% on time
• Air Canada: 60% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 72% of the time on average.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Chicago to Vancouver Intl Airport flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $266 to $1,643. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Chicago to Vancouver Intl Airport flights:

• Air Canada
• American Airlines
• Porter Airlines

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Chicago to Vancouver Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $215, which is 28% below the typical average for this route.

Vancouver Intl Airport (YVR) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $51 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Routes Car & Truck Rentals
• Avis
• Alamo
• Thrifty
• Hertz

Flights from Chicago to Vancouver Intl Airport may depart from several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD). Flights usually arrive at Vancouver Intl (YVR).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Chicago to Vancouver Intl Airport route, 28% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 19m.

One-stop flights from Chicago to Vancouver Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

• Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 46% of one-stop connections
• Calgary (YYC) - 35% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 7% of one-stop connections
• Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) - 5% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 9% on flights from Chicago to Vancouver Intl Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $590 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $644, a difference of $54.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Chicago and Vancouver Intl Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• United Airlines
• Air Canada

Flying via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 36m, compared with 7h 49m via San Francisco (SFO) and 7h 55m via Calgary (YYC).

Vancouver Intl Airport is 2 hours behind Chicago (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Vancouver Intl Airport are BC Place Vancouver, Vancouver Convention Centre and Rogers Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Vancouver Intl Airport on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Chicago to Vancouver Intl Airport flights:

• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Air Canada: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Air Canada: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Travelers can use the Canada Line SkyTrain or take a taxi from YVR to the city center. The Canada Line SkyTrain provides rapid-transit service from YVR Airport station to downtown Vancouver in under 30 minutes, with a journey of around 25 minutes. Taxi stands are located on International Arrivals Level 2 and Domestic Arrivals Level 2.

Yes, bookings with Delta Air Lines for flights from CHI to YVR can be changed. Change eligibility depends on the ticket purchased, as some fare types are more flexible than others. Delta Air Lines may charge a fee based on the fare type and the number of changes made.

Seat selection on WestJet flights from Chicago to Vancouver depends on fare type. On UltraBasic fares, travelers who do not choose a seat before check-in are assigned one at the back of the aircraft during check-in. Changing that pre-assigned seat carries a fee.

Alaska Airlines offers several services to Economy class passengers on their flights from Chicago to Vancouver, including in-flight entertainment, seat selection, and Wi-Fi. Seat-back power outlets and/or USB ports are available on several Boeing aircraft operated by Alaska Airlines.