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Cheap flights from Chicago Midway Airport to California from $79

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Frontier Logo
6:00 am - 12:56 pm
MDW
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LAX
8h 56m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
5:45 am - 2:12 pm
LAX
-
MDW
6h 27m
1 stop
$160Frontier
Sat, May 2 - Tue, May 5
Frontier Logo
12:27 pm - 8:51 pm
MDW
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LAS
10h 24m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
12:59 am - 2:12 pm
LAS
-
MDW
11h 13m
1 stop
$160Frontier
Tue, May 5 - Mon, May 11
Frontier Logo
6:00 am - 5:12 pm
MDW
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LAX
13h 12m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
11:20 pm - 11:09 am
LAX
-
MDW
9h 49m
1 stop
$161Frontier
Wed, May 6 - Tue, May 12
Frontier Logo
6:49 pm - 10:41 pm
MDW
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LAS
29h 52m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
11:54 pm - 7:21 am
LAS
-
MDW
29h 27m
1 stop
$161Frontier
Fri, Apr 24 - Tue, Apr 28
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 5:15 pm
MDW
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LAS
11h 45m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:59 am - 2:12 pm
LAS
-
MDW
11h 13m
1 stop
$169Multiple Airlines
Tue, Apr 28 - Mon, May 4
Southwest Logo
5:55 pm - 10:55 pm
MDW
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SAN
7h 00m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
9:35 pm - 5:00 am
SAN
-
MDW
5h 25m
1 stop
$195Southwest
Mon, Apr 27 - Wed, Apr 29
Southwest Logo
4:05 pm - 9:25 pm
MDW
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SAN
7h 20m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:30 am - 3:15 pm
SAN
-
MDW
6h 45m
1 stop
$196Southwest
Fri, May 8 - Mon, May 11
Delta Logo
1:59 pm - 8:38 pm
MDW
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SJC
8h 39m
1 stop
Delta Logo
8:15 pm - 8:37 am
SJC
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MDW
10h 22m
2 stops
$276Delta
Thu, May 28 - Wed, Jun 10
Delta Logo
9:23 am - 4:09 pm
MDW
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SJC
8h 46m
2 stops
Delta Logo
8:15 pm - 8:37 am
SJC
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MDW
10h 22m
2 stops
$281Delta
Thu, May 28 - Wed, Jun 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:49 pm - 12:19 pm
MDW
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SNA
18h 30m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:20 pm - 2:12 pm
SNA
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MDW
19h 52m
2 stops
$290Multiple Airlines
Thu, May 21 - Mon, Jun 1

Frontier flights from Chicago Midway Airport to California

Our best Frontier deals on Chicago Midway Airport to California flight tickets
Frontier
May 2
MDW6:00 amChicago Midway
8h 56m
1 stop
LAX12:56 pmLos Angeles
May 5
LAX5:45 amLos Angeles
6h 27m
1 stop
MDW2:12 pmChicago Midway
$160
Frontier
May 6
MDW6:00 amChicago Midway
13h 12m
1 stop
LAX5:12 pmLos Angeles
May 12
LAX11:20 pmLos Angeles
9h 49m
1 stop
MDW11:09 amChicago Midway
$161
Frontier
May 6
MDW6:00 amChicago Midway
13h 12m
1 stop
LAX5:12 pmLos Angeles
May 12
LAX5:45 amLos Angeles
6h 27m
1 stop
MDW2:12 pmChicago Midway
$166

Southwest flights from Chicago Midway Airport to California

Our best Southwest deals on Chicago Midway Airport to California flight tickets
Southwest
Apr 27
MDW5:55 pmChicago Midway
7h 00m
1 stop
SAN10:55 pmSan Diego
Apr 29
SAN9:35 pmSan Diego
5h 25m
1 stop
MDW5:00 amChicago Midway
$195
Southwest
May 8
MDW4:05 pmChicago Midway
7h 20m
2 stops
SAN9:25 pmSan Diego
May 11
SAN6:30 amSan Diego
6h 45m
1 stop
MDW3:15 pmChicago Midway
$196
Southwest
Jun 2
MDW3:55 pmChicago Midway
4h 25m
LAX6:20 pmLos Angeles
Jun 10
LAX5:00 pmLos Angeles
3h 55m
MDW10:55 pmChicago Midway
$199

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/2

6:00 am-12:56 pm

1 stop8h 56m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/5

5:45 am-2:12 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$160

ChicagoLas Vegas

MDW - LAS

MDWLAS

Chicago Midway

Tue 5/5

12:27 pm-8:51 pm

1 stop10h 24m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 5/11

12:59 am-2:12 pm

1 stop11h 13m

$160

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/6

6:00 am-5:12 pm

1 stop13h 12m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/12

11:20 pm-11:09 am

1 stop9h 49m

$161

ChicagoLas Vegas

MDW - LAS

MDWLAS

Chicago Midway

Fri 4/24

6:49 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop29h 52m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 4/28

11:54 pm-7:21 am

1 stop29h 27m

$161

ChicagoLas Vegas

MDW - LAS

MDWLAS

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/28

7:30 am-5:15 pm

1 stop11h 45m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 5/4

12:59 am-2:12 pm

1 stop11h 13m

$169
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoSan Diego

MDW - SAN

MDWSAN

Chicago Midway

Mon 4/27

5:55 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 00m

San Diego

Wed 4/29

9:35 pm-5:00 am

1 stop5h 25m

$195

ChicagoSan Diego

MDW - SAN

MDWSAN

Chicago Midway

Fri 5/8

4:05 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops7h 20m

San Diego

Mon 5/11

6:30 am-3:15 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$196

ChicagoSan Jose

MDW - SJC

MDWSJC

Chicago Midway

Thu 5/28

1:59 pm-8:38 pm

1 stop8h 39m

San Jose

Wed 6/10

8:15 pm-8:37 am

2 stops10h 22m

$276

ChicagoSan Jose

MDW - SJC

MDWSJC

Chicago Midway

Thu 5/28

9:23 am-4:09 pm

2 stops8h 46m

San Jose

Wed 6/10

8:15 pm-8:37 am

2 stops10h 22m

$281

ChicagoSanta Ana

MDW - SNA

MDWSNA

Chicago Midway

Thu 5/21

7:49 pm-12:19 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 6/1

4:20 pm-2:12 pm

2 stops19h 52m

$290

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of April is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Chicago Midway Airport averaging around $277.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest day to depart from Chicago Midway Airport to California is on a Saturday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Saturday will often find tickets for as low as $332. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Sunday is $467.

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 afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as $334. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at noon when prices are $400 on average. Flights to California from Chicago Midway Airport at noon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Chicago Midway 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 Midway Airport 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 Midway Airport for as low as $278 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Chicago Midway to California flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Chicago Midway 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 Midway Airport to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 27% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago Midway Airport to California flight.

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Best Price Found

$126

Fastest flight time

3h 45m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in California

418 airports
The best one-way flight to California from Chicago Midway Airport in the past 72 hours is $126. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago Midway Airport to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $297.
The fastest flight from Chicago Midway Airport to California takes 3h 45m
Direct flights go from Chicago Midway Airport to California every day.
There are 418 airports in California. From Chicago Midway Airport there are direct flights to Reno (RNO), Ontario (ONT), Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago Midway Airport to California

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

    Prices for flights from Chicago Midway Airport to California refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to California?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago Midway Airport to California.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

    The required travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Chicago Midway Airport to California?

Best airlines flying from Chicago Midway Airport to California

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
FrontierPriceFrom $151Free CancellationRating
5.7
3,001 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $177Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,344 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $183Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,375 reviews
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