Direct (nonstop) flights from Toronto to Chicago

2 airlines fly nonstop from City Centre (YTZ) to Chicago O Hare International (ORD). It's 447 miles (719 km), about 1h 55m in the air. Operated by Air Canada, Porter Airlines.

YTZ
City Centre
🇨🇦 Toronto, Canada
ORD
Chicago O Hare International
🇺🇸 Chicago, USA
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
447 mi
719 km
CO₂/pax
83 kg
−103 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Air Canada +1
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Air Canada Air Canada Porter Airlines Porter Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air Canada AC Air Canada
Route
YTZ → ORD
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
447 mi
Porter Airlines PD Porter Airlines
Route
YTZ → ORD
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
447 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Toronto to Chicago with one stop · direct emits 83 kg CO₂ per passenger

YTZ YOW (Ottawa) ORD
Leg 1: 59m (217 mi) Leg 2: 2h 32m (654 mi) Total: ~3h 31m 🍃 186 kg CO₂ (+124% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YTZ → YOW
59m · 217 mi
View YTZ to YOW flights →
Leg 2
YOW → ORD
2h 32m · 654 mi
View YOW to ORD flights →
YTZ IAD (Dulles) ORD
Leg 1: 1h 29m (338 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (588 mi) Total: ~3h 44m 🍃 197 kg CO₂ (+137% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YTZ → IAD
1h 29m · 338 mi
View YTZ to IAD flights →
Leg 2
IAD → ORD
2h 15m · 588 mi
View IAD to ORD flights →
YTZ YUL (Montreal) ORD
Leg 1: 1h 15m (306 mi) Leg 2: 2h 40m (747 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 220 kg CO₂ (+165% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YTZ → YUL
1h 15m · 306 mi
View YTZ to YUL flights →
Leg 2
YUL → ORD
2h 40m · 747 mi
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YTZ LGA (New York) ORD
Leg 1: 1h 21m (345 mi) Leg 2: 2h 45m (733 mi) Total: ~4h 6m 🍃 225 kg CO₂ (+171% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YTZ → LGA
1h 21m · 345 mi
View YTZ to LGA flights →
Leg 2
LGA → ORD
2h 45m · 733 mi
View LGA to ORD flights →
YTZ EWR (New York) ORD
Leg 1: 1h 30m (336 mi) Leg 2: 2h 43m (718 mi) Total: ~4h 13m 🍃 220 kg CO₂ (+165% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YTZ → EWR
1h 30m · 336 mi
View YTZ to EWR flights →
Leg 2
EWR → ORD
2h 43m · 718 mi
View EWR to ORD flights →

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ORD → YTZ: Flights from Chicago to Toronto

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Toronto to Chicago?

A nonstop flight from Toronto (YTZ) to Chicago (ORD) takes approximately 1 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 447 miles (719 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Toronto to Chicago?

2 airlines: Air Canada, Porter Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Toronto to Chicago?

Yes. 2 airlines: Air Canada, Porter Airlines.

How far is Toronto from Chicago?

The flight distance from Toronto to Chicago is 447 miles (719 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What is the time difference between Toronto and Chicago?

Chicago is 1 hour behind Toronto. (America/Toronto vs America/Chicago.)

What type of aircraft flies from Toronto to Chicago?

At 1h 55m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Canada to USA?

Depends on your passport. Check with the USA embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Toronto to Chicago?

Roughly 83 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 415 km.

Is the return flight from Chicago to Toronto also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Toronto to Chicago?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at City Centre for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.