Travelling from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) to Chicago: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 35 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Chicago.
Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport is located in Quebec. Following the UTC-5 timezone, Chicago is one hour behind Quebec.
The most popular route is from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Take your pick of six weekly services between these two airports. American Airlines offers a 14:15 departure between YQB and ORD.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your YQB to Chicago flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
You can book a direct Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Chicago ticket. Start your trip at YQB and end it at O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
Book your favourite seat with American Airlines. This airline offers direct flights from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Chicago.
YQB is around 14 kilometres from central Quebec. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near YQB. Whether you're catching an early flight from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Chicago or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
63.79% of flights that depart Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) to Chicago
$373 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Chicago flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is $655. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap flights from YQB to Chicago, reserve your trip two months before your planned departure.
The best month for scoring cheap Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Chicago tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 35 minutes.
It'll take around 55 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Chicago. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget to explore Chicago and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks before your flight from YQB to Chicago.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is about 19 kilometres from central Chicago. After your flight from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Chicago, it'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in about 45 minutes.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near MDW. Kick back and get cosy after your YQB to Chicago flight at any of these well-located options:
Dollar, Hertz and Budget make picking up a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car simple. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride four weeks before your arrival at MDW can help you lock in a better rate.
The address for Chicago Midway International Airport is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Hop off your flight from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Chicago and head straight for your hotel or start sightseeing right away. Central Chicago is around 137 kilometres from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes to drive there.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you about 4 hours 15 minutes.
If you don't want to travel into the centre, head for a hotel close to RFD. Make yourself comfortable at one of these options after your YQB to Chicago flight:
Whether you're looking for a zippy mini for a solo getaway or a roomy SUV to fit the family, you'll find the ideal Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car for you. Explore the range of wheels available here from companies such as Budget, Alamo and National.
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Chicago is a good move. Along with more affordable prices, you might find it easier to get the make and model you prefer at RFD.
The street address for Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Chicago. The city comes alive in high season, but prices are typically higher and top attractions can be crowded. Plan your trip to Chicago in the off-season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
Book a Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Chicago flight ticket with a departure in July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 15ºC to 29ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YQB to Chicago in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 3ºC.
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Chicago, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Chicago itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Columbus is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
Indianapolis is another essential stop in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. No journey is complete without a visit to The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.