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Cheap flights from California to Chicago from $97

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from California to Chicago departing on 9/16. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Frontier Logo
9:15 pm - 10:01 am
LAS
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ORD
10h 46m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
2:46 pm - 11:20 pm
ORD
-
LAS
10h 34m
1 stop
$196Frontier
Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30
Frontier Logo
11:34 am - 11:08 pm
LAS
-
ORD
9h 34m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:45 am - 9:12 pm
ORD
-
LAS
14h 27m
1 stop
$197Frontier
Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Aug 26
Southwest Logo
11:55 pm - 5:50 am
LAX
-
MDW
3h 55mnonstop
Southwest Logo
6:55 am - 9:25 am
MDW
-
LAX
4h 30mnonstop
$237Southwest
Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 25
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:15 pm
LAX
-
ORD
4h 15mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
5:55 am - 8:22 am
ORD
-
LAX
4h 27mnonstop
$237United Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Sun, Sep 20
Southwest Logo
10:40 am - 4:35 pm
LAX
-
MDW
3h 55mnonstop
Southwest Logo
2:40 pm - 7:10 pm
MDW
-
LAX
6h 30m
1 stop
$243Southwest
Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:45 pm - 1:36 pm
SAN
-
ORD
19h 51m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:18 pm - 4:55 pm
ORD
-
SAN
4h 37mnonstop
$279Multiple Airlines
Fri, Aug 28 - Mon, Aug 31
Delta Logo
7:05 am - 8:30 pm
ONT
-
ORD
11h 25m
2 stops
Delta Logo
2:05 pm - 10:40 pm
ORD
-
ONT
10h 35m
2 stops
$280Delta
Sat, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 12
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:25 pm
SAN
-
ORD
4h 25mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:40 pm - 11:59 pm
ORD
-
SAN
27h 19m
1 stop
$280Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Sun, Nov 1
United Airlines Logo
6:38 pm - 12:59 am
SFO
-
ORD
4h 21mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
6:07 am - 8:45 am
ORD
-
SFO
4h 38mnonstop
$295United Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 28
Delta Logo
2:45 pm - 11:29 pm
SJC
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ORD
6h 44m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 12:27 pm
ORD
-
SJC
8h 27m
1 stop
$320Delta
Mon, Aug 17 - Thu, Aug 20

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Alaska Airlines flights from California to Chicago

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on California to Chicago flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
Sep 2
SAN1:03 pmSan Diego
4h 18m
ORD7:21 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Sep 9
ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
10h 42m
1 stop
SAN2:42 pmSan Diego
$284
Alaska Airlines
Sep 4
SAN5:45 pmSan Diego
4h 14m
ORD11:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Sep 5
ORD2:18 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 37m
SAN4:55 pmSan Diego
$287
Alaska Airlines
Aug 15
SAN7:00 amSan Diego
4h 21m
ORD1:21 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 17
ORD6:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 34m
SAN8:54 amSan Diego
$291

Delta flights from California to Chicago

Our best Delta deals on California to Chicago flight tickets
Delta
Sep 17
LAX2:00 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles
7h 57m
1 stop
ORD11:57 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Sep 24
ORD2:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 25m
LAX5:15 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles
$257
Delta
Oct 1
LAX2:00 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles
7h 59m
1 stop
ORD11:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 3
ORD5:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
9h 26m
1 stop
LAX12:26 amLos Angeles Los Angeles
$267
Delta
Aug 31
LAX5:46 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles
4h 02m
ORD11:48 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Sep 6
ORD9:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 22m
LAX11:52 amLos Angeles Los Angeles
$273

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Chicago that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated July 23, 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Las VegasChicago

LAS - ORD

LASORD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 9/23

9:15 pm-10:01 am

1 stop10h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/30

2:46 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop10h 34m

$196

Las VegasChicago

LAS - ORD

LASORD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 8/19

11:34 am-11:08 pm

1 stop9h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/26

8:45 am-9:12 pm

1 stop14h 27m

$197
Quickest round-trip

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - MDW

LAXMDW

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 10/15

11:55 pm-5:50 am

Nonstop3h 55m

Chicago Midway

Sun 10/25

6:55 am-9:25 am

Nonstop4h 30m

$237

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 9/16

7:00 am-1:15 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/20

5:55 am-8:22 am

Nonstop4h 27m

$237

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - MDW

LAXMDW

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 9/29

10:40 am-4:35 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

Chicago Midway

Sat 10/3

2:40 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$243

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Fri 8/28

3:45 pm-1:36 pm

1 stop19h 51m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/31

2:18 pm-4:55 pm

Nonstop4h 37m

$279

OntarioChicago

ONT - ORD

ONTORD

Ontario

Sat 9/5

7:05 am-8:30 pm

2 stops11h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/12

2:05 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops10h 35m

$280

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Wed 10/28

7:00 am-1:25 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/1

10:40 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop27h 19m

$280

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Fri 9/25

6:38 pm-12:59 am

Nonstop4h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/28

6:07 am-8:45 am

Nonstop4h 38m

$295

San JoseChicago

SJC - ORD

SJCORD

San Jose

Mon 8/17

2:45 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop6h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/20

6:00 am-12:27 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$320

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to Chicago

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from California, with most prices found around $319. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in September, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from California to Chicago during October average around $347.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $403. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from California to Chicago for around $494.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is in the afternoon. Flights from California to Chicago during this time can be as low as $343. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $507.

What is the cheapest California to Chicago flight route?

Fly from Los Angeles Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl for the best California - Chicago flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight from California to Chicago?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $350 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from California for as low as $295 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to Chicago flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Chicago flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on California to Chicago flights?

You could potentially save up to 31% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Chicago flight.

Cheap California to Chicago flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$193

Fastest flight time

3h 20m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Chicago

3 airports
The best one-way flight to Chicago from California in the past 72 hours is $193. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $329.
The fastest flight from California to Chicago takes 3h 20m
Direct flights go from California to Chicago every day.
There are 3 airports in Chicago. From California there are direct flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).
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Frequently asked questions about flying from California to Chicago

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Chicago?

    Prices for flights from California to Chicago are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Chicago?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from California to Chicago?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Chicago.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from California to Chicago?

Best airlines flying from California to Chicago

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
FrontierPriceFrom $97Free CancellationRating
5.6
2,770 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $122Free CancellationRating
7.8
8,479 reviews
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Hawaiian AirlinesPriceFrom $137Free CancellationRating
7.8
2,822 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $156Free CancellationRating
7.9
12,691 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $157Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,831 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $163Free CancellationRating
7.4
10,024 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $166Free CancellationRating
7.1
3,019 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $179Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,240 reviews
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