Travelling from Chicago to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB): what you need to know
Get your vacation planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Chicago to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB). O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are the main airports in Chicago.
Quebec is 1 hour ahead of Chicago. Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport is located in Quebec, which operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Chicago to YQB.
August is a busy travel month. If you're taking off then or during a major holiday like Christmas or Thanksgiving, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing flights from Chicago to YQB leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The distance from central Chicago to ORD is around 40 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chicago to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Prefer to leave from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)? You can book a direct flight from Chicago to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) departing from this busy hub.
Get on your direct flight from Chicago to YQB with American Airlines. This is one of the top airlines operating this route out of MDW.
MDW is about 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take you 21 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 46 minutes.
Get a head start on your vacation with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Chicago to YQB, unwind in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:
About Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB)
Consider booking a hotel near YQB if you have a late flight from Chicago to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) to central Quebec
Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Quebec. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 27 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour and 18 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Chicago to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport from C$302 or travel return from just C$647. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
To score flight tickets from Chicago to YQB, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Chicago to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB)
May is the quietest time to travel to Quebec. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take your trip in August. This is the busiest month for flights from Chicago to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Before booking a flight from Chicago to YQB, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Quebec, with the temperature ranging from 7ºC to 21ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Chicago to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -30ºC and -12ºC on average.
More about Quebec
Start your Quebec trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Old Quebec and Montmorency Falls are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Quebec itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Citadelle of Quebec.
Complete your Quebec trip with a car rental
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