Best time to go: what is the RIGHT price for a round-trip flight to Chicago (from: Vancouver)

The average price to go to Chicago from Vancouver airport is $ 483 (round trip). However, there are variations depending on the departure month. Thus, it is possible to pay for your plane ticket on average between $ 414 (in january) and $ 557 (in may), which is a saving of $ 69 or a surplus of $ 75 (compared to the average price) depending on the period you leave.

The analysis of all prices reveals that the most frequent price is between $424 to $477 and it is generally more economical to leave on a tuesday and return on a tuesday on a flight with 1 or more layovers.

Be careful, the cheapest months may correspond to unfavorable weather periods . Check out our page best time to go to Chicago before booking your flight.

If you want to know when to book your flight at the best price, go straight to the second part of this page: When to buy your Vancouver-Chicago plane ticket.

How are these data calculated?

We have studied a sample of 51868 airfare prices from previous years for flights to Chicago from Vancouver and can thus establish precise and credible price variation trends based on different parameters. Of course, prices can vary from year to year, but the seasonal aspect of this data (recurrence of school holidays, events... from year to year) makes these statistics quite reliable.

Average price depending on the departure month

Data analysis:

By leaving in january, the price of the plane ticket will statistically be the cheapest ($ 414, saving $ 69 compared to the average price over the year which is $ 483). Conversely, may will be the most expensive ($ 557).

Flight Vancouver-Chicago: when is the best time to go for the best price?

Month Good price* Average price Our opinion
January$ 317 $ 414 very good price
February$ 364 $ 440 fair price
March$ 411 $ 530 fair price
April$ 415 $ 485 fair price
May$ 433 $ 557 very high price
June$ 419 $ 488 fair price
July$ 466 $ 552 high price
August$ 435 $ 509 fair price
September$ 365 $ 435 good price
October$ 367 $ 430 good price
November$ 374 $ 426 good price
December$ 425 $ 525 fair price

*great price to buy your plane ticket: if you see this price or cheaper during your flight search, go for it and buy it!

Price breakdown to travel from Vancouver to Chicago

Data analysis:

The prices for flights from Vancouver to Chicago range from $212 to $847. 3% of tickets were purchased at the minimum price (from $212 to $265), 1% at the maximum price (from $794 to $847). The majority of plane tickets were purchased in the range of $424 to $477 (17% of tickets).

Cheapest airlines for the Vancouver->Chicago flight

There are 8 companies that serve Vancouver from Chicago airport: Air Canada, United, WestJet, Alaska Airlines, flair airlines, Swoop, Aer Lingus and Delta.

Data analysis:

Of the 51868 flights analyzed in previous years, Air Canada was the airline that offered the best fare most often in the flight ticket search results (31% of the time) on the Vancouver->Chicago route.

Direct flight or flight with layover?

Data analysis:

To get the best price for the Vancouver-Chicago flight, you should take a flight with one or more layovers (you will save an average of $ 121 compared to a direct flight).

Which day of the week to leave?

Data analysis:

Statistically, Vancouver-Chicago flights departing on a tuesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a tuesday as your departure date, you can save an average of $29. On the other hand, departing on a sunday may cost you an additional $57.

Which day of the week to come back?

Data analysis:

Statistically, return flights from Chicago to Vancouver departing on a tuesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a tuesday for your return date, you will save an average of $29. Conversely, departing from Chicago on a friday may cost you an additional $34.


Top prices Vancouver-Chicago

Round tripDatesPrice
Vancouver → Chicago12-01 to 28-01-2025$ 278 
Vancouver → Chicago15-01 to 22-01-2025$ 258 
Vancouver → Chicago01-02 to 24-02-2025$ 276 
Vancouver → Chicago03-02 to 12-02-2025$ 271 
Vancouver → Chicago08-05 to 12-05-2025$ 264 
Vancouver → Chicago13-05 to 21-05-2025$ 247 
Vancouver → Chicago06-06 to 20-06-2025$ 246 
Vancouver → Chicago17-07 to 28-07-2025$ 243 
Vancouver → Chicago21-07 to 29-07-2025$ 243 
Vancouver → Chicago05-08 to 19-08-2025$ 246 


When to book your flight Vancouver - Chicago to get the cheapest price?

Statistically, you will make the biggest savings by buying your plane ticket between 2 to 3 months in advance. However, you may end up paying a high price if you book between 11 to 12 months in advance.

Did you know: the price of plane tickets not only varies depending on how far in advance you book, but also on the day of the week you book! So, to maximize your chances of getting the best price for a Vancouver-Chicago flight, it is recommended to book your ticket on a wednesday.

How far in advance should I buy my flight?

Data analysis:

To get the cheapest flight ticket from Vancouver to Chicago, it is recommended to buy it 2 to 3 months before departure (it is then on average 443 $, which is a saving of 40 $ compared to the overall average price). On the other hand, if you buy your ticket 11 to 12 months in advance, you will pay the full price (175 $ more than the average price).

Depending on the departure month

The best time to buy your Vancouver to Chicago flight ticket may vary depending on your departure month. Therefore, we offer you statistics on when to book your flight month by month.

Departure on... How far in advance should I book?
January

Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 351 $)

Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 375), 3 to 4 months ($ 392)

February

Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 357 $)

Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 411), 3 to 4 months ($ 383), 4 to 5 months ($ 417)

March

Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 389 $)

Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 517), 2 to 3 months ($ 440), 4 to 5 months ($ 413), 5 to 6 months ($ 460), 6 to 7 months ($ 484), 7 to 8 months ($ 523)

April

Best time: 4 to 5 months before departure (average price: 376 $)

Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 441), 2 to 3 months ($ 433), 3 to 4 months ($ 416), 5 to 6 months ($ 431), 6 to 7 months ($ 450), 7 to 8 months ($ 472), 8 to 9 months ($ 482)

May

Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 463 $)

Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 521), 2 to 3 months ($ 509), 3 to 4 months ($ 532), 4 to 5 months ($ 480), 6 to 7 months ($ 552), 7 to 8 months ($ 498)

June

Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 429 $)

Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 462), 3 to 4 months ($ 444)

July

Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 493 $)

Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 508), 2 to 3 months ($ 517), 4 to 5 months ($ 540), 6 to 7 months ($ 501), 7 to 8 months ($ 532)

August

Best time: 4 to 5 months before departure (average price: 470 $)

Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 495), 2 to 3 months ($ 482), 3 to 4 months ($ 507), 5 to 6 months ($ 471), 6 to 7 months ($ 503), 7 to 8 months ($ 497), 8 to 9 months ($ 506), 10 to 11 months ($ 478)

September

Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 393 $)

Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 426), 4 to 5 months ($ 427), 5 to 6 months ($ 404), 6 to 7 months ($ 413)

October

Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 376 $)

Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 411), 3 to 4 months ($ 427), 6 to 7 months ($ 428)

November

Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 385 $)

Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 389), 3 to 4 months ($ 401), 4 to 5 months ($ 414)

December

Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 457 $)

Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 488)

What day of the week should I book my flight ticket?

Data analysis:

Statistically, wednesday is the day when plane tickets for Vancouver->Chicago are the cheapest. So, by buying your plane ticket on a wednesday, you will save $5. Conversely, by buying it on a sunday, you may end up paying $7 more.



Vancouver to Chicago: flight price when booking today

Information: this data is not statistics but comes from real prices collected less than 7 days ago. Some months may not be available as we do not have enough data for them.

Month Current price
November 2024$ 606
$386 to $850
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December 2024$ 751
$297 to $1290
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January 2025$ 337
$249 to $557
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February 2025$ 363
$271 to $562
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March 2025$ 492
$422 to $575
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April 2025$ 442
$378 to $462
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May 2025$ 479
$244 to $752
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June 2025$ 506
$246 to $868
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July 2025$ 434
$243 to $634
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August 2025$ 474
$246 to $638
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September 2025$ 486
$460 to $565
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October 2025$ 501
$501 to $501
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Data analysis:

Compared to the average price, january, february, march, april, may, july and august are cheaper to travel to Chicago. So it may be interesting to book now to leave during these months!



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