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$66+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Montreal (YMQ)

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 5/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — YMQ
Mar 15 — Mar 221
Sun 3/15
Sun 3/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Montreal are usually found in April or March, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Montreal
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Montreal. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 13, 2026.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Deal found 2/11$202
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
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Deal found 2/10$204
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Deal found 2/11$205
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Deal found 2/12$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
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Find flight deals from Chicago to Montreal

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Montreal (YMQ). 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 February 13, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$191
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$66
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$390

Good round-trip deal

$448 or less

Good one-way deal

$128 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Montreal 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 13, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Montreal that are best for you.

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ChicagoMontreal

MDW - YUL

MDWYUL

Chicago Midway

Fri 4/3

11:00 am-4:30 pm

1 stop4h 30m

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sun 4/5

11:25 am-3:20 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$191

ChicagoMontreal

ORD - YUL

ORDYUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/23

6:12 pm-9:34 pm

Nonstop2h 22m

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Thu 5/28

6:10 am-7:50 am

Nonstop2h 40m

$204

ChicagoMontreal

ORD - YUL

ORDYUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/6

6:12 pm-9:34 pm

Nonstop2h 22m

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Tue 6/9

6:10 am-7:50 am

Nonstop2h 40m

$204

ChicagoMontreal

ORD - YUL

ORDYUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/27

6:12 pm-9:34 pm

Nonstop2h 22m

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Thu 5/28

6:10 am-7:50 am

Nonstop2h 40m

$204

ChicagoMontreal

ORD - YUL

ORDYUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/15

6:03 pm-9:26 pm

Nonstop2h 23m

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Mon 5/18

6:10 am-8:00 am

Nonstop2h 50m

$204

ChicagoMontreal

ORD - YUL

ORDYUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/5

2:00 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Tue 4/7

6:10 am-8:00 am

Nonstop2h 50m

$204

ChicagoMontreal

ORD - YUL

ORDYUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/23

6:12 pm-9:34 pm

Nonstop2h 22m

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Tue 5/26

9:45 am-11:20 am

Nonstop2h 35m

$204

ChicagoMontreal

ORD - YUL

ORDYUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/24

6:12 pm-9:34 pm

Nonstop2h 22m

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Wed 5/27

9:45 am-11:20 am

Nonstop2h 35m

$204

ChicagoMontreal

MDW - YUL

MDWYUL

Chicago Midway

Mon 3/23

11:00 am-4:30 pm

1 stop4h 30m

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Tue 4/14

6:45 am-10:05 am

1 stop4h 20m

$207

ChicagoMontreal

MDW - YUL

MDWYUL

Chicago Midway

Thu 4/9

11:00 am-6:45 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sun 4/12

8:55 am-3:20 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$209

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Compare providers for flights from Chicago to Montreal

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Montreal in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Chicago-Montreal flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Montreal flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Montreal flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Montreal 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 Chicago-Montreal flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Montreal

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Montreal from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Montreal

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Montreal?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Montreal. Price data was last updated on February 6, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to Montreal may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 63 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Montreal?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Montreal (average of $105). Flying from Chicago to Montreal in July is currently the most expensive (average of $283). 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 CHI to YMQ?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Montreal. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 13, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Chicago to Montreal is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 26% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Montreal

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Montreal. 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 13, 2026.

The most flights from CHI to YMQ are scheduled on a Thursday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (20 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Montreal?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Chicago to Montreal?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Chicago to Montreal chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Toronto (YTZ) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of 1-stop itineraries from Chicago to Montreal on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Chicago to Montreal?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Chicago to Montreal, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Toronto (YTZ) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $278.

What’s the fastest layover option from Chicago to Montreal?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Montreal, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Toronto (YTZ) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 3h 55m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Chicago to Montreal?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Montreal, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Toronto (YTZ) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 59m.

How often are flights from Chicago to Montreal delayed?

About 17% of weekly flights between Chicago and Montreal have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 142 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Chicago to Montreal flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chicago to Montreal flights?

Over the last year, American Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Montreal

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Montreal. 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 Montreal. Reviews last updated February 13, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Porter Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Chicago to Montreal. 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.
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
415 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Milad,Feb 2026

LIR - YYZ

Not helpful staff at Liberia airport at the check-in counter. Extremely poor skill people and not willing to help the passenger.
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
415 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
415 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Milad,Feb 2026

LIR - YYZ

Not helpful staff at Liberia airport at the check-in counter. Extremely poor skill people and not willing to help the passenger.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,285 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
415 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Milad,Feb 2026

LIR - YYZ

Not helpful staff at Liberia airport at the check-in counter. Extremely poor skill people and not willing to help the passenger.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,277 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
415 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Milad,Feb 2026

LIR - YYZ

Not helpful staff at Liberia airport at the check-in counter. Extremely poor skill people and not willing to help the passenger.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,717 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
415 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Milad,Feb 2026

LIR - YYZ

Not helpful staff at Liberia airport at the check-in counter. Extremely poor skill people and not willing to help the passenger.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Montreal. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Montreal?

    There are many flights that can get you from Chicago to Montreal in 2h 22m. Fly via Porter Airlines, United Airlines, or Delta to get the fastest option. Chicago and Montreal are separated by a distance of 745 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Montreal round-trip?

    Currently priced at $131, Delta will fly you from Chicago to Montreal and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Air Canada - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $148 and $149, respectively. Delta is 62% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Montreal one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Air Canada. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $64. Users have also found prices from $74 and $74 on American Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Montreal?

    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 Chicago to Montreal on time: American Airlines (66%), Japan Airlines (66%), Envoy Air (66%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Montreal?

    While on average a flight from Chicago to Montreal is generally $901, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $101. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl), you can expect to pay $204 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Montreal that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Montreal?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Montreal?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Montreal 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 Chicago to Montreal?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Montreal (average of $105). Flying from Chicago to Montreal in July is currently the most expensive (average of $283). 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 4 airlines flying from Chicago to Montreal

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Montreal. 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 February 13, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$131Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$148Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$149Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$213Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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