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Cheap flights from California to Chicago from $79

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Frontier Logo
12:20 am - 6:08 am
LAS
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ORD
3h 48mnonstop
Frontier Logo
8:58 pm - 11:25 pm
ORD
-
LAS
4h 27mnonstop
$141Frontier
mié., abr. 22 - sáb., abr. 25
Frontier Logo
12:20 am - 6:08 am
LAS
-
ORD
3h 48mnonstop
Frontier Logo
8:58 pm - 11:25 pm
ORD
-
LAS
4h 27mnonstop
$142Frontier
mié., abr. 22 - sáb., abr. 25
Spirit Airlines Logo
11:51 pm - 5:25 am
LAS
-
ORD
3h 34mnonstop
Spirit Airlines Logo
10:07 pm - 11:59 pm
ORD
-
LAS
3h 52mnonstop
$149Spirit Airlines
mié., abr. 15 - vie., abr. 17
Spirit Airlines Logo
11:51 pm - 5:25 am
LAS
-
ORD
3h 34mnonstop
Spirit Airlines Logo
10:07 pm - 11:59 pm
ORD
-
LAS
3h 52mnonstop
$150Spirit Airlines
jue., abr. 16 - sáb., abr. 18
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:35 pm - 5:35 am
LAX
-
ORD
4h 00mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:58 pm - 5:14 pm
ORD
-
LAX
22h 16m
1 stop
$176Multiple Airlines
jue., abr. 16 - dom., abr. 19
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:35 pm - 5:35 am
LAX
-
ORD
4h 00mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:56 pm - 10:41 pm
ORD
-
LAX
4h 45mnonstop
$177Multiple Airlines
sáb., abr. 18 - lun., abr. 20
Southwest Logo
7:55 am - 6:50 pm
BUR
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ORD
8h 55m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:15 am - 12:05 pm
ORD
-
BUR
7h 50m
1 stop
$202Southwest
mar., abr. 21 - mar., abr. 28
Southwest Logo
2:15 pm - 10:55 pm
BUR
-
ORD
6h 40m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:15 am - 1:35 pm
ORD
-
BUR
9h 20m
2 stops
$204Southwest
mié., abr. 22 - mié., abr. 29
Delta Logo
12:34 pm - 9:18 pm
OAK
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ORD
6h 44m
1 stop
Delta Logo
2:09 pm - 9:41 pm
ORD
-
OAK
9h 32m
1 stop
$227Delta
mié., abr. 15 - sáb., abr. 25
Delta Logo
12:34 pm - 9:18 pm
OAK
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ORD
6h 44m
1 stop
Delta Logo
7:10 pm - 11:54 pm
ORD
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OAK
6h 44m
1 stop
$237Delta
mar., abr. 14 - mar., abr. 21

Frontier flights from California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Our best Frontier deals on California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight tickets
Frontier
Apr 22
LAS12:20 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
3h 48m
ORD6:08 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Apr 25
ORD8:58 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 27m
LAS11:25 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$141
Frontier
Apr 22
LAS12:20 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
3h 48m
ORD6:08 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Apr 25
ORD8:58 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 27m
LAS11:25 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$142
Frontier
Apr 23
LAS11:29 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
22h 58m
1 stop
ORD12:27 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Apr 25
ORD8:58 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 27m
LAS11:25 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$143

Southwest flights from California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Our best Southwest deals on California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight tickets
Southwest
Apr 21
BUR7:55 amBurbank Bob Hope
8h 55m
2 stops
ORD6:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Apr 28
ORD6:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
7h 50m
1 stop
BUR12:05 pmBurbank Bob Hope
$202
Southwest
Apr 22
BUR2:15 pmBurbank Bob Hope
6h 40m
1 stop
ORD10:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Apr 29
ORD6:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
9h 20m
2 stops
BUR1:35 pmBurbank Bob Hope
$204
Southwest
Apr 21
BUR7:55 amBurbank Bob Hope
8h 55m
2 stops
ORD6:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Apr 28
ORD11:55 amChicago O'Hare Intl
10h 15m
2 stops
BUR8:10 pmBurbank Bob Hope
$207

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Las VegasChicago

LAS - ORD

LASORD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mié. 4/22

12:20 am-6:08 am

Nonstop3h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 4/25

8:58 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop4h 27m

$141

Las VegasChicago

LAS - ORD

LASORD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mié. 4/22

12:20 am-6:08 am

Nonstop3h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 4/25

8:58 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop4h 27m

$142
Quickest round-trip

Las VegasChicago

LAS - ORD

LASORD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mié. 4/15

11:51 pm-5:25 am

Nonstop3h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 4/17

10:07 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop3h 52m

$149

Las VegasChicago

LAS - ORD

LASORD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

jue. 4/16

11:51 pm-5:25 am

Nonstop3h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 4/18

10:07 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop3h 52m

$150

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

jue. 4/16

11:35 pm-5:35 am

Nonstop4h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 4/19

8:58 pm-5:14 pm

1 stop22h 16m

$176

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

sáb. 4/18

11:35 pm-5:35 am

Nonstop4h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 4/20

7:56 pm-10:41 pm

Nonstop4h 45m

$177

BurbankChicago

BUR - ORD

BURORD

Burbank Bob Hope

mar. 4/21

7:55 am-6:50 pm

2 stops8h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 4/28

6:15 am-12:05 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$202

BurbankChicago

BUR - ORD

BURORD

Burbank Bob Hope

mié. 4/22

2:15 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 4/29

6:15 am-1:35 pm

2 stops9h 20m

$204

OaklandChicago

OAK - ORD

OAKORD

Oakland

mié. 4/15

12:34 pm-9:18 pm

1 stop6h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 4/25

2:09 pm-9:41 pm

1 stop9h 32m

$227

OaklandChicago

OAK - ORD

OAKORD

Oakland

mar. 4/14

12:34 pm-9:18 pm

1 stop6h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 4/21

7:10 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$237

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

The month of August is another great option to travel to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, with average flight prices from California averaging around $277.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $353. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to depart from California because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $435.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Flying to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from California in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $277 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Try not to purchase tickets at noon because they tend to be around $464. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest California to Chicago O'Hare Intl flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport for around $316 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from California for as low as $263 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to Chicago O'Hare Intl flights?

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

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You could potentially save up to 10% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight.

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Best Price Found

$164

Fastest flight time

3h 29m

Direct flights

Every day
The best one-way flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from California in the past 72 hours is $164. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $304.
The fastest flight from California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 3h 29m
Direct flights go from California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport every day.
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    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

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    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Best airlines flying from California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

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FrontierPriceFrom $89Free CancellationRating
5.7
3,017 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $98Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,536 reviews
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Hawaiian AirlinesPriceFrom $101Free CancellationRating
7.8
2,840 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $128Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,324 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $142Free CancellationRating
7.9
12,105 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $157Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,491 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $163Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,471 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $166Free CancellationRating
7.2
2,905 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $179Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,331 reviews
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