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Spirit Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 9:32 pmBUR-ORD
12h 32m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
12:46 pm - 9:55 pmORD-BUR
11h 09m1 stop
$102Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Sep 16 - Sat, Sep 20
Spirit Airlines Logo
11:10 pm - 4:50 amLAS-ORD
3h 40mnonstop
Spirit Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 11:05 amORD-LAS
4h 05mnonstop
$111Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 10
Frontier Logo
2:57 pm - 8:59 pmLAS-ORD
4h 02mnonstop
Frontier Logo
9:54 pm - 12:05 amORD-LAS
4h 11mnonstop
$112Frontier
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Fri, Sep 12 - Mon, Sep 15
Logo
6:15 am - 11:51 amLAS-ORD
3h 36mnonstop
Logo
9:54 pm - 12:05 amORD-LAS
4h 11mnonstop
$115
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Fri, Sep 5 - Mon, Sep 8
Logo
12:59 am - 9:37 amLAS-ORD
6h 38m1 stop
Logo
9:00 am - 11:05 amORD-LAS
4h 05mnonstop
$116
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Thu, Sep 4 - Tue, Sep 16
Frontier Logo
6:00 am - 11:48 amLAS-ORD
3h 48mnonstop
Frontier Logo
9:54 pm - 12:05 amORD-LAS
4h 11mnonstop
$118Frontier
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Sun, Sep 7 - Mon, Sep 8
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6:00 am - 11:52 amLAS-ORD
3h 52mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
6:45 pm - 9:03 pmORD-LAS
4h 18mnonstop
$159American Airlines
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Sat, Oct 11 - Sat, Oct 18
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
8:10 am - 2:50 pmSAN-ORD
4h 40mnonstop
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3:50 pm - 6:50 pmORD-SAN
5h 00mnonstop
$159Hawaiian Airlines
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Wed, Oct 8 - Wed, Oct 8
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1:02 pm - 7:26 pmSAN-ORD
4h 24mnonstop
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7:00 am - 9:18 amORD-SAN
4h 18mnonstop
$179American Airlines
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Sat, Sep 6 - Sat, Sep 20
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
12:45 pm - 6:59 pmSAN-ORD
4h 14mnonstop
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2:54 pm - 5:19 pmORD-SAN
4h 25mnonstop
$194Hawaiian Airlines
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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
Sep 12
LAS2:57 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
4h 02m
ORD8:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Sep 15
ORD9:54 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 11m
LAS12:05 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$112
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Frontier
Sep 7
LAS6:00 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
3h 48m
ORD11:48 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Sep 8
ORD9:54 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 11m
LAS12:05 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$118
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Frontier
Sep 19
LAS2:57 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
4h 02m
ORD8:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Sep 21
ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
16h 21m
1 stop
LAS8:21 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$119
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Hawaiian Airlines flights from California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

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Hawaiian Airlines
Oct 8
SAN8:10 amSan Diego
4h 40m
ORD2:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 8
ORD3:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
5h 00m
SAN6:50 pmSan Diego
$159
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Hawaiian Airlines
Oct 31
SAN12:45 pmSan Diego
4h 14m
ORD6:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Nov 2
ORD2:54 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 25m
SAN5:19 pmSan Diego
$194
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Hawaiian Airlines
Nov 6
SAN12:45 pmSan Diego
4h 14m
ORD6:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Nov 10
ORD7:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 20m
SAN10:19 pmSan Diego
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 August 19, 2025.
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Return

Price

BurbankChicago

BUR - ORD

BURORD

Burbank Bob Hope

Tue 9/16

7:00 am-9:32 pm

1 stop12h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/20

12:46 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop11h 09m

$102

Las VegasChicago

LAS - ORD

LASORD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 9/3

11:10 pm-4:50 am

Nonstop3h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/10

9:00 am-11:05 am

Nonstop4h 05m

$111

Las VegasChicago

LAS - ORD

LASORD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 9/12

2:57 pm-8:59 pm

Nonstop4h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/15

9:54 pm-12:05 am

Nonstop4h 11m

$112

Las VegasChicago

LAS - ORD

LASORD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 9/5

6:15 am-11:51 am

Nonstop3h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/8

9:54 pm-12:05 am

Nonstop4h 11m

$115

Las VegasChicago

LAS - ORD

LASORD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 9/4

12:59 am-9:37 am

1 stop6h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/16

9:00 am-11:05 am

Nonstop4h 05m

$116

Las VegasChicago

LAS - ORD

LASORD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 9/7

6:00 am-11:48 am

Nonstop3h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/8

9:54 pm-12:05 am

Nonstop4h 11m

$118

Las VegasChicago

LAS - ORD

LASORD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 10/11

6:00 am-11:52 am

Nonstop3h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/18

6:45 pm-9:03 pm

Nonstop4h 18m

$159

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Wed 10/8

8:10 am-2:50 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/8

3:50 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop5h 00m

$159

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Sat 9/6

1:02 pm-7:26 pm

Nonstop4h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/20

7:00 am-9:18 am

Nonstop4h 18m

$179

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Fri 10/31

12:45 pm-6:59 pm

Nonstop4h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/2

2:54 pm-5:19 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

$194

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

The month of September 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 Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $358. 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 $455.

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 $279 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Try not to purchase tickets at noon because they tend to be around $441. 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 $300 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 $252 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 2% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight.

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Best Price Found

$50

Fastest flight time

3h 34m

Direct flights

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The best one-way flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from California in the past 72 hours is $50. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $102.
The fastest flight from California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 3h 34m
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 $96Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,211 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $98Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,037 reviews
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Hawaiian AirlinesPriceFrom $108Free CancellationRating
7.8
2,665 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $128Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,981 reviews
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Sun Country AirPriceFrom $130Free CancellationRating
6.9
333 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $157Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,246 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $163Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,922 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $170Free CancellationRating
8.0
10,000 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $175Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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