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Frontier Logo
7:25 am - 10:45 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ONT Ontario
29h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:00 am - 12:54 amONT  Ontario-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
16h 54m1 stop Denver Intl
$156Frontier
Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
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6:21 am - 1:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ONT Ontario
8h 39m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Frontier Logo
6:00 am - 12:54 amONT  Ontario-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
16h 54m1 stop Denver Intl
$164Frontier
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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7:00 am - 11:27 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LAX Los Angeles
6h 27m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:00 am - 7:10 pmLAX  Los Angeles-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 10m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$201Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
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6:00 am - 3:24 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LAX Los Angeles
11h 24m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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4:16 pm - 12:54 amLAX  Los Angeles-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 38m1 stop Denver Intl
$201Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 15
American Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 4:09 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LAX Los Angeles
4h 39mnonstop
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12:44 pm - 7:00 pmLAX  Los Angeles-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 16mnonstop
$237American Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
American Airlines Logo
6:40 am - 9:21 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LAX Los Angeles
4h 41mnonstop
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9:50 am - 4:05 pmLAX  Los Angeles-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 15mnonstop
$237American Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 8
Southwest Logo
3:00 pm - 5:30 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-LAX Los Angeles
4h 30mnonstop
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11:55 pm - 5:55 amLAX  Los Angeles-MDW Chicago Midway
4h 00mnonstop
$237Southwest
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
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9:15 pm - 11:55 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-LAX Los Angeles
4h 40mnonstop
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11:55 pm - 5:55 amLAX  Los Angeles-MDW Chicago Midway
4h 00mnonstop
$237Southwest
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
Delta Logo
2:00 pm - 7:49 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ONT Ontario
7h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
12:20 pm - 11:56 pmONT  Ontario-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$237Delta
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
Delta Logo
2:00 pm - 7:49 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ONT Ontario
7h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
11:57 am - 11:57 pmONT  Ontario-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
10h 00m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$237Delta
Thu, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 1

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Delta flights from Chicago to California

Our best Delta deals on Chicago to California flight tickets
Delta
Dec 2
ORD7:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 40m
LAX10:25 amLos Angeles
Dec 9
LAX5:59 pmLos Angeles
4h 00m
ORD11:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$237
Delta
Dec 2
ORD7:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 40m
LAX10:25 amLos Angeles
Dec 9
LAX11:59 pmLos Angeles
10h 25m
1 stop
ORD12:24 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$247
Delta
Dec 10
ORD1:34 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
10h 21m
1 stop
ONT9:55 pmOntario
Dec 16
ONT1:11 pmOntario
6h 45m
1 stop
ORD9:56 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$259

Frontier flights from Chicago to California

Our best Frontier deals on Chicago to California flight tickets
Frontier
Dec 3
ORD6:21 amChicago O'Hare Intl
8h 39m
1 stop
ONT1:00 pmOntario
Dec 7
ONT6:00 amOntario
16h 54m
1 stop
ORD12:54 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$170
Frontier
Dec 11
ORD8:53 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
12h 51m
1 stop
ONT7:44 amOntario
Dec 14
ONT6:00 amOntario
16h 54m
1 stop
ORD12:54 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$174
Frontier
Dec 10
ORD8:53 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
12h 51m
1 stop
ONT7:44 amOntario
Dec 15
ONT11:30 amOntario
11h 24m
1 stop
ORD12:54 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$178

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ChicagoOntario

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - ONT Ontario

ORDONT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/10

7:25 am-10:45 am

1 stop29h 20m

Ontario

Mon 12/14

6:00 am-12:54 am

1 stop16h 54m

$156

ChicagoOntario

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - ONT Ontario

ORDONT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/3

6:21 am-1:00 pm

1 stop8h 39m

Ontario

Thu 12/10

6:00 am-12:54 am

1 stop16h 54m

$164

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - LAX Los Angeles

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/2

7:00 am-11:27 am

1 stop6h 27m

Los Angeles

Sat 12/5

8:00 am-7:10 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$201

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - LAX Los Angeles

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/12

6:00 am-3:24 pm

1 stop11h 24m

Los Angeles

Tue 12/15

4:16 pm-12:54 am

1 stop6h 38m

$201

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - LAX Los Angeles

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/2

1:30 pm-4:09 pm

Nonstop4h 39m

Los Angeles

Sat 12/5

12:44 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop4h 16m

$237

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - LAX Los Angeles

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/2

6:40 am-9:21 am

Nonstop4h 41m

Los Angeles

Tue 12/8

9:50 am-4:05 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

$237
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW Chicago Midway - LAX Los Angeles

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Sat 12/5

3:00 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/9

11:55 pm-5:55 am

Nonstop4h 00m

$237

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW Chicago Midway - LAX Los Angeles

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Wed 12/2

9:15 pm-11:55 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/9

11:55 pm-5:55 am

Nonstop4h 00m

$237

ChicagoOntario

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - ONT Ontario

ORDONT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/26

2:00 pm-7:49 pm

1 stop7h 49m

Ontario

Thu 12/3

12:20 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop9h 36m

$237

ChicagoOntario

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - ONT Ontario

ORDONT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/26

2:00 pm-7:49 pm

1 stop7h 49m

Ontario

Tue 12/1

11:57 am-11:57 pm

1 stop10h 00m

$237

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of January is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $361.

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 $393. 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 $514.

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 evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $319. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $641 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?

Fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Los Angeles for the best Chicago - California flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to California?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $342 when searching 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 $274 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.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to California flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Chicago to California.

Cheap Chicago to California flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$109

Fastest flight time

3h 45m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in California

418 airports
The best one-way flight to California from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $109. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $156.
The fastest flight from Chicago to California takes 3h 45m
Direct flights go from Chicago to California every day.
There are 418 airports in California. From Chicago there are direct flights to San Diego (SAN), Los Angeles (LAX), Ontario (ONT), Palm Springs (PSP).

Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to California

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to California?

    Prices for flights from Chicago to California were last updated today.

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  • 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?

Best airlines flying from Chicago to California

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Rating
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FrontierPriceFrom $103Free CancellationRating
5.5
2,511 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $118Free CancellationRating
7.8
8,700 reviews
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Hawaiian AirlinesPriceFrom $153Free CancellationRating
7.8
2,805 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $157Free CancellationRating
7.9
13,136 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $162Free CancellationRating
7.1
3,069 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $166Free CancellationRating
7.0
12,224 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $167Free CancellationRating
7.3
10,460 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $187Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,219 reviews
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