Chicago to Ottawa Flights
Flights from Chicago (CHI) to Ottawa (YOW) connect United States and CA. The great-circle distance is approximately 1,036 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 2 to 3 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include CHI, ORD, MDW and YOW, YND. The reverse route is Ottawa to Chicago. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Chicago, United States
- Destination
- Ottawa, CA
- Distance
- 1,036 km
- Typical duration
- about 2 to 3 hours
- Origin codes
- CHI, ORD, MDW
- Destination codes
- YOW, YND
- Primary keyword
- flights from Chicago to Ottawa
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Route overview
Chicago to Ottawa is a city-pair air route between United States and CA. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are CHI and YOW. Related codes: CHI, ORD, MDW → YOW, YND.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 1,036 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 2 to 3 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Chicago airports and metro codes: CHI, ORD, MDW.
Ottawa airports and metro codes: YOW, YND.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Ottawa to Chicago, other destinations from Chicago, and other origins into Ottawa.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Chicago to Ottawa?
Direct flights from Chicago to Ottawa typically take about 2 to 3 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Chicago to Ottawa?
The great-circle distance between Chicago and Ottawa is approximately 1,036 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Chicago to Ottawa?
Chicago is commonly searched with code CHI (related: CHI, ORD, MDW). Ottawa is commonly searched with code YOW (related: YOW, YND).
Are there direct flights from Chicago to Ottawa?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Ottawa to Chicago?
The reverse city pair is Ottawa to Chicago. Distance is the same great-circle measure (1,036 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Chicago to Ottawa route connect?
This route connects United States (Chicago) with CA (Ottawa).