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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to California
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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?
The month of August is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $239.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?
The cheapest day to depart from Chicago to California is on a Friday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Friday will often find tickets for as low as $351. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Monday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Monday is $515.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to California?
The cheapest time of day to fly to California is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as $344. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $835 on average. Flights to California from Chicago in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.
What is the cheapest Chicago to California flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to California?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Chicago when booking 5 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $274 when searching 5 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Chicago for as low as $227 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Chicago to California flights?
There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago to California 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 Chicago to California?
Spirit Airlines, Frontier, and Allegiant Air are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to California
What airlines fly to California?
American Airlines, United Airlines and Spirit Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Chicago according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 40% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Chicago to California on average per day?
As of June 2025, 326 flights take off from Chicago and land in California each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 6:00PM, with 33% of daily flights taking off at noon.
How many flights depart from Chicago to California on average per week?
As of June 2025, there are 2,282 flights per week flying from Chicago to California. The most common day of the week flights depart is Sun, with 15% of flights taking off on this day.
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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to California?
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to California?
The number of operators available for flights from Chicago to California is 10 as of June 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to California?
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 Chicago to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to California 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 California. 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 Chicago to California?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Chicago to California is Boeing 737-800, representing 19.47% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A321neo at 18.43%, Boeing 757-300 at 9.14%, and Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 7.83%.
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| PriceFrom $49 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.3 722 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $78 | Free Cancellation | Rating 5.9 3,296 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $88 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 8,061 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $108 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.8 2,500 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $128 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 7,963 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $137 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,801 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $147 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.9 345 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $167 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $177 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $207 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 4,278 reviews |
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Chicago to California?
We help find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight from Chicago to California for you.
Can I find flights from Chicago to California with flexible booking policies on momondo?
momondo does allow users to show only those flights to California from Chicago which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.
How can momondo help me find flights from Chicago to California?
Once all potential Chicago to California flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.
I’m not ready to book a flight from Chicago to California right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
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