Ottawa to Chicago Flights
Flights from Ottawa (YOW) to Chicago (CHI) connect CA and United States. 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 YOW, YND and CHI, ORD, MDW. The reverse route is Chicago to Ottawa. 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
- Ottawa, CA
- Destination
- Chicago, United States
- Distance
- 1,036 km
- Typical duration
- about 2 to 3 hours
- Origin codes
- YOW, YND
- Destination codes
- CHI, ORD, MDW
- Primary keyword
- flights from Ottawa to Chicago
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Route overview
Ottawa to Chicago is a city-pair air route between CA and United States. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are YOW and CHI. Related codes: YOW, YND → CHI, ORD, MDW.
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
Ottawa airports and metro codes: YOW, YND.
Chicago airports and metro codes: CHI, ORD, MDW.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Chicago to Ottawa, other destinations from Ottawa, and other origins into Chicago.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Ottawa to Chicago?
Direct flights from Ottawa to Chicago typically take about 2 to 3 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Ottawa to Chicago?
The great-circle distance between Ottawa and Chicago is approximately 1,036 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Ottawa to Chicago?
Ottawa is commonly searched with code YOW (related: YOW, YND). Chicago is commonly searched with code CHI (related: CHI, ORD, MDW).
Are there direct flights from Ottawa to Chicago?
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 Chicago to Ottawa?
The reverse city pair is Chicago to Ottawa. Distance is the same great-circle measure (1,036 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Ottawa to Chicago route connect?
This route connects CA (Ottawa) with United States (Chicago).