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Frontier Logo
12:29 am - 8:32 pm
LAS
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ORD
18h 03m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:37 pm - 11:29 pm
ORD
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LAS
27h 52m
1 stop
$170Frontier
Fri, May 22 - Wed, May 27
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 8:32 pm
LAS
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ORD
12h 02m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:46 pm - 7:41 am
ORD
-
LAS
12h 55m
1 stop
$174Multiple Airlines
Wed, May 20 - Fri, May 29
United Airlines Logo
6:40 am - 1:09 pm
SAN
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ORD
4h 29mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 9:28 am
ORD
-
SAN
4h 28mnonstop
$247United Airlines
Wed, Jun 3 - Sat, Jun 6
American Airlines Logo
10:45 pm - 5:18 am
SAN
-
ORD
4h 33mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 9:04 am
ORD
-
SAN
4h 19mnonstop
$248American Airlines
Sat, May 23 - Sat, May 30
Southwest Logo
1:00 pm - 11:55 pm
BUR
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ORD
8h 55m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
10:30 am - 4:50 pm
ORD
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BUR
8h 20m
1 stop
$261Southwest
Wed, May 27 - Wed, Jun 3
Southwest Logo
3:45 pm - 11:55 pm
BUR
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ORD
6h 10m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
10:30 am - 4:10 pm
ORD
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BUR
7h 40m
2 stops
$266Southwest
Thu, May 28 - Wed, Jun 3
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:00 pm - 1:14 pm
SJC
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ORD
21h 14m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:40 am - 1:40 pm
ORD
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SJC
8h 00m
1 stop
$272Alaska Airlines
Wed, May 27 - Wed, Jun 3
American Airlines Logo
4:43 pm - 12:30 am
BUR
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ORD
5h 47m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 8:46 am
ORD
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BUR
5h 46m
1 stop
$279American Airlines
Wed, May 27 - Sun, May 31
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:16 am - 6:50 pm
SFO
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ORD
10h 34m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:10 pm - 10:23 pm
ORD
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SFO
10h 13m
1 stop
$280Alaska Airlines
Thu, May 28 - Thu, Jun 4
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 12:45 pm
ONT
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ORD
4h 15mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
8:18 pm - 10:51 pm
ORD
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ONT
4h 33mnonstop
$287United Airlines
Sat, May 30 - Sat, Jun 6

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
Aug 5
LAS11:40 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
3h 48m
ORD5:28 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 12
ORD7:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 03m
LAS9:18 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$166
Frontier
Aug 5
LAS2:53 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
27h 59m
1 stop
ORD8:52 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 12
ORD7:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 03m
LAS9:18 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$168
Frontier
Aug 4
LAS6:15 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
12h 37m
1 stop
ORD8:52 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 11
ORD7:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 03m
LAS9:18 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$169

United Airlines flights from California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Our best United Airlines deals on California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight tickets
United Airlines
Jun 2
LAX7:00 amLos Angeles
4h 14m
ORD1:14 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jun 9
ORD7:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 33m
LAX9:33 amLos Angeles
$199
United Airlines
Jun 3
LAX2:41 pmLos Angeles
4h 09m
ORD8:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jun 10
ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 27m
LAX8:27 amLos Angeles
$204
United Airlines
May 27
LAX2:41 pmLos Angeles
4h 09m
ORD8:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jun 1
ORD7:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 33m
LAX9:33 amLos Angeles
$220

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Las VegasChicago

LAS - ORD

LASORD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 5/22

12:29 am-8:32 pm

1 stop18h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/27

9:37 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop27h 52m

$170

Las VegasChicago

LAS - ORD

LASORD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 5/20

6:30 am-8:32 pm

1 stop12h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/29

8:46 pm-7:41 am

1 stop12h 55m

$174

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Wed 6/3

6:40 am-1:09 pm

Nonstop4h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/6

7:00 am-9:28 am

Nonstop4h 28m

$247

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Sat 5/23

10:45 pm-5:18 am

Nonstop4h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/30

6:45 am-9:04 am

Nonstop4h 19m

$248

BurbankChicago

BUR - ORD

BURORD

Burbank Bob Hope

Wed 5/27

1:00 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/3

10:30 am-4:50 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$261

BurbankChicago

BUR - ORD

BURORD

Burbank Bob Hope

Thu 5/28

3:45 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/3

10:30 am-4:10 pm

2 stops7h 40m

$266

San JoseChicago

SJC - ORD

SJCORD

San Jose

Wed 5/27

2:00 pm-1:14 pm

1 stop21h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/3

7:40 am-1:40 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$272

BurbankChicago

BUR - ORD

BURORD

Burbank Bob Hope

Wed 5/27

4:43 pm-12:30 am

1 stop5h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/31

5:00 am-8:46 am

1 stop5h 46m

$279

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Thu 5/28

6:16 am-6:50 pm

1 stop10h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 6/4

2:10 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop10h 13m

$280
Quickest round-trip

OntarioChicago

ONT - ORD

ONTORD

Ontario

Sat 5/30

6:30 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/6

8:18 pm-10:51 pm

Nonstop4h 33m

$287

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

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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 $283.

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 $369. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Monday 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 $440.

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 $294 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Try not to purchase tickets at noon because they tend to be around $486. 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 from California 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 $326 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 $271 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 5% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight.

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Best Price Found

$169

Fastest flight time

3h 30m

Direct flights

Every day
The best one-way flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from California in the past 72 hours is $169. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $320.
The fastest flight from California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 3h 30m
Direct flights go from California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport every day.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    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.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    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.

  • What is the most popular plane model from California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

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

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
FrontierPriceFrom $91Free CancellationRating
5.6
2,965 reviews
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7.8
2,837 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $103Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,631 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $122Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,459 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $149Free CancellationRating
7.9
12,325 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $157Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,670 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $163Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,680 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $166Free CancellationRating
7.1
2,970 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $179Free CancellationRating
7.9
4,307 reviews
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