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Cheapest round-trip
$234
Typical prices: $215-$354
Porter Airlines
Tue 12/11Fri 12/14
YTZ - ORD • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$148
Typical prices: $136-$242
Porter Airlines
Sat 12/1
YTZ - ORD • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Porter Airlines and Air Canada. Average duration is 2h 04m
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Cheapest • 2% average savings
Most popular
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 67% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 16% price drop
Most popular
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Cheapest • Avg $361 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 38m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Toronto Island to Chicago (YTZ-CHI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Toronto Island to Chicago

Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
Porter Airlines Logo
10:29 am - 11:34 amYTZ  Toronto Island-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 05mnonstop
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6:20 pm - 9:05 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YTZ Toronto Island
1h 45mnonstop
$229Porter Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14
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4:35 pm - 5:40 pmYTZ  Toronto Island-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 05mnonstop
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6:20 pm - 9:05 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YTZ Toronto Island
1h 45mnonstop
$234Porter Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 7
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10:29 am - 11:34 amYTZ  Toronto Island-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 05mnonstop
Porter Airlines Logo
6:20 pm - 9:05 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YTZ Toronto Island
1h 45mnonstop
$240Porter Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
Porter Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 5:40 pmYTZ  Toronto Island-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 05mnonstop
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12:15 pm - 3:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YTZ Toronto Island
1h 45mnonstop
$241Porter Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Fri, Dec 4
Air Canada Logo
10:45 am - 3:02 pmYTZ  Toronto Island-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 17m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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1:55 pm - 4:42 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YTZ Toronto Island
1h 47mnonstop
$257Air Canada
Mon, Nov 23 - Sat, Nov 28
Air Canada Logo
10:45 am - 3:00 pmYTZ  Toronto Island-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 15m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
Air Canada Logo
1:55 pm - 4:42 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YTZ Toronto Island
1h 47mnonstop
$257Air Canada
Thu, Feb 11 - Mon, Feb 15
Air Canada Logo
10:45 am - 2:52 pmYTZ  Toronto Island-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 07m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
Air Canada Logo
7:25 am - 10:06 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YTZ Toronto Island
1h 41mnonstop
$257Air Canada
Thu, Dec 10 - Thu, Dec 17
Air Transat Logo
10:29 am - 11:34 amYTZ  Toronto Island-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 05mnonstop
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12:15 pm - 3:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YTZ Toronto Island
1h 45mnonstop
$259Air Transat
Tue, Dec 22 - Sun, Jan 10
Air Transat Logo
10:29 am - 11:34 amYTZ  Toronto Island-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 05mnonstop
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6:20 pm - 9:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YTZ Toronto Island
1h 40mnonstop
$274Air Transat
Sat, Dec 12 - Mon, Dec 14
Air Transat Logo
4:35 pm - 5:40 pmYTZ  Toronto Island-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 05mnonstop
Air Transat Logo
12:15 pm - 3:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YTZ Toronto Island
1h 45mnonstop
$287Air Transat
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Price, demand and travel trends for Toronto Island Airport to Chicago flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Toronto Island Airport to Chicago?

Round-trip flights from Toronto Island Airport to Chicago typically range from $215 to $354. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $234, on Porter Airlines.

What is the cheapest Toronto Island Airport to Chicago flight route?

There's little price difference between Toronto Island Airport to Chicago routes. They average around $271 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Toronto Island Airport to Chicago?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Toronto Island Airport to Chicago. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 11% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Toronto Island Airport to Chicago?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Toronto Island Airport to Chicago at $228 round-trip.
•October ($294) and May ($292) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 28% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Toronto Island Airport to Chicago the cheapest?

Flights from Toronto Island Airport to Chicago are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 67% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Toronto Island Airport to Chicago flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$148
Beat the crowds with an average 57% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 73% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Toronto Island Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Toronto Island to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Toronto Island to Chicago based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Toronto Island Airport to Chicago flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Toronto Island Airport to Chicago?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Toronto Island Airport to Chicago:

    • Earliest: departs at 10:29 am and lands at 12:33 pm
    • Latest: departs at 7:40 pm and lands at 9:44 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 04m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Toronto Island Airport to Chicago?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Toronto Island Airport to Chicago.

  • How long is a flight from Toronto Island Airport to Chicago?

    A nonstop flight from Toronto Island Airport to Chicago takes 2h 04m, covering 434 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Toronto Island Airport to Chicago?

    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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Toronto Island Airport to Chicago flight?

    Round-trip flights from Toronto Island Airport to Chicago range from $215 to $354, with an average of $271 over the past 12 months. Anything below $215 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Toronto Island Airport to Chicago flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 59% above the $271 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Toronto Island Airport to Chicago?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $271 round-trip, compared to $361 via a layover through Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL).

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Toronto Island Airport to Chicago?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $30–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • How are flight departures from Toronto Island Airport to Chicago spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Toronto Island Airport to Chicago flights, with 66% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 34%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Toronto Island Airport to Chicago changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $234 to $1,426. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Toronto Island Airport to Chicago looking right now?

    One-way fares from Toronto Island Airport to Chicago are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $157, which is 13% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available in Chicago?

    Since Chicago is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) — daily rates averaging $63:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Ace
    • Dollar

    Near Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) — daily rates averaging $86:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Rent-A-Wreck

    Near Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) — daily rates averaging $81:

    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Budget
    • Avis
    • National

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Toronto Island Airport to Chicago?

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

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Toronto Island Airport to Chicago pass through?

    Connecting flights from Toronto Island Airport to Chicago most commonly pass through:

    • Ottawa (YOW) - 71% of one-stop connections
    • Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) - 29% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Toronto Island Airport to Chicago?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Toronto Island Airport to Chicago. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $260 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $302, a difference of $42.

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

  • What airlines fly from Toronto Island Airport to Chicago?

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

    • Porter Airlines
    • Air Canada

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Toronto Island Airport to Chicago?

    Flying via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 37m, compared with 5h 38m via Ottawa (YOW).

  • What is the time difference between Toronto Island Airport and Chicago?

    Chicago is 1 hour behind Toronto Island Airport (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago are Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and Soldier Field. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Toronto Island Airport to Chicago flights?

    Among airlines operating Toronto Island Airport to Chicago flights:

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

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Toronto Island Airport to Chicago flights?

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

    • Porter Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Air Canada: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Air Transat: 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.

Your guide to booking Toronto Island Airport to Chicago flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $260, about $42 less than Sunday fares (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 67% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Toronto Island Airport to Chicago trip for January. Fares historically average $228 round-trip in that month - typically $66 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chicago Midway Airport.

    • DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago Midway Airport
    • Holiday Inn Chicago - Midway Airport S by IHG
    • Skylark Motel Chicago Midway Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Toronto Island to Chicago?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Toronto Island Airport to Chicago, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Toronto Island to Chicago

Monday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Tuesday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Wednesday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Thursday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Friday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Saturday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Sunday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

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Direct returns

Chicago to Toronto Island

Monday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Tuesday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Wednesday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Thursday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Friday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Saturday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Sunday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

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