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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?
The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from California, with most prices found around $246. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in February, then May is your next best option. Flight prices from California to Chicago during May average around $268.
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 $359. 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 $468.
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 $287. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $443.
What is the cheapest California to Chicago flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight 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 $301 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 $251 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.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Chicago?
Frontier and Spirit Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Chicago
What airlines fly to Chicago?
American Airlines, United Airlines and Spirit Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from California according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from California to Chicago on average per day?
As of July 2025, 215 flights take off from California and land in Chicago each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 10:00AM, with 49% of daily flights taking off at noon.
How many flights depart from California to Chicago on average per week?
As of July 2025, 1,508 flights take off from California and land in Chicago each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Wed, with 21% of weekly flights taking off on this day.
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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?
The number of operators available for flights from California to Chicago is 10 as of July 2025.
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?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from California to Chicago is Airbus A321neo, representing 19.31% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737-800 at 17.92%, Airbus A321-100/200 at 8.12%, and Boeing 737 MAX 9 at 7.79%.
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| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $54 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 709 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $60 | Free Cancellation | Rating 5.9 3,284 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $67 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 8,094 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $108 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.8 2,545 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $128 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 7,983 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $130 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.9 339 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $133 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,861 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $138 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $157 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 4,270 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $181 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews |
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Can I find flights from California to Chicago with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for California to Chicago flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.
How can momondo help me find flights from California to Chicago?
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