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Cheap flights from Chicago to California from £80

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — LAX
29 jan — 5 fev1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to California

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to California (USCA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 24 janeiro 2025.

Round-trip from

£90

One-way from

£80

Good round-trip deal

£96 or less

Good one-way deal

£149 or less
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 1/3-1/3
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 59m total
  • Chicago to California
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 1/3
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 00m total
  • Chicago to California
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 janeiro 2025.

sáb 1/316:30ORD - LAS
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
sáb 1/323:21LAS - ORD
Nonstop3h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/1£90
seg 3/306:50ORD - BUR
1 stop6h 43mFrontier
seg 10/312:33BUR - ORD
1 stop10h 11mFrontier
Deal found 23/1£90
sex 21/221:56ORD - LAS
Nonstop4h 19mSpirit Airlines
seg 24/200:30LAS - ORD
Nonstop3h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 24/1£96
sáb 22/216:20ORD - LAS
Nonstop4h 14mUnited Airlines
ter 25/208:00LAS - ORD
Nonstop3h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/1£113
sex 21/206:50ORD - LAS
1 stop19h 04mFrontier
seg 24/200:59LAS - ORD
1 stop10h 26mFrontier
Deal found 24/1£122
ter 4/305:00ORD - LAX
3 stops33h 15mSpirit Airlines
ter 11/323:48LAX - ORD
1 stop11h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 23/1£135
seg 3/311:35ORD - BUR
2 stops11h 25mSpirit Airlines
seg 10/314:38BUR - ORD
1 stop13h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 23/1£136
sex 21/219:00ORD - SFO
Nonstop5h 10mAlaska Airlines
ter 4/310:46SFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 12mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 23/1£168
dom 16/207:00ORD - SFO
1 stop7h 12mUnited Airlines
sáb 22/223:55SFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 22/1£169
ter 4/307:18ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 47mAmerican Airlines
seg 10/300:20LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 23/1£170
sex 14/212:15ORD - SFO
1 stop9h 55mSouthwest
qua 19/213:05SFO - ORD
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 23/1£177
sáb 1/319:00ORD - LAX
1 stop14h 31mAlaska Airlines
ter 4/319:15LAX - ORD
2 stops19h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 23/1£190

Find flights from Chicago to California within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Chicago to California 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, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 24 janeiro 2025.

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ChicagoLas Vegas

ORD - LAS

ORDLAS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb 1/3

16:30-18:45

Nonstop4h 15m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

sáb 1/3

23:21-05:05

Nonstop3h 44m

£90

ChicagoBurbank

ORD - BUR

ORDBUR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

seg 3/3

06:50-11:33

1 stop6h 43m

Burbank Bob Hope

seg 10/3

12:33-00:44

1 stop10h 11m

£90

ChicagoLas Vegas

ORD - LAS

ORDLAS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sex 21/2

21:56-00:15

Nonstop4h 19m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

seg 24/2

00:30-06:07

Nonstop3h 37m

£96

ChicagoLas Vegas

ORD - LAS

ORDLAS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb 22/2

16:20-18:34

Nonstop4h 14m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

ter 25/2

08:00-13:37

Nonstop3h 37m

£113

ChicagoLas Vegas

ORD - LAS

ORDLAS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sex 21/2

06:50-23:54

1 stop19h 04m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

seg 24/2

00:59-13:25

1 stop10h 26m

£122

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ter 4/3

05:00-12:15

3 stops33h 15m

Los Angeles

ter 11/3

23:48-13:39

1 stop11h 51m

£135

ChicagoBurbank

ORD - BUR

ORDBUR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

seg 3/3

11:35-21:00

2 stops11h 25m

Burbank Bob Hope

seg 10/3

14:38-06:36

1 stop13h 58m

£136

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sex 21/2

19:00-22:10

Nonstop5h 10m

San Francisco

qua 26/2

10:46-16:58

Nonstop4h 12m

£168

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom 16/2

07:00-12:12

1 stop7h 12m

San Francisco

sáb 22/2

23:55-06:13

Nonstop4h 18m

£169

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ter 4/3

07:18-10:05

Nonstop4h 47m

Los Angeles

seg 10/3

00:20-06:25

Nonstop4h 05m

£170

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to California

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to California

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Chicago to California including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to California (average of £575). Flying from Chicago to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of £811). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 24 janeiro 2025.

When flying from Chicago to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 24 janeiro 2025.

The most flights from CHI to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (99 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (52 on average).

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated 24 janeiro 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Spirit Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Chicago to California. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,631 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,631 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,631 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,701 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,631 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,502 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,631 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,184 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,631 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,963 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,631 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to California one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £80 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from £88 and Delta from £97 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chicago to California?

    The most popular route from Chicago to California is Chicago O'Hare Intl - San Francisco. You may also consider Chicago O'Hare Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl or Chicago O'Hare Intl - Los Angeles.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to California?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Chicago to California on time: ANA (87%), Royal Jordanian (84%), Air China (83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to California?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Chicago to California? While on average our users pay £650, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £65. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - San Francisco), is priced around £106.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to California flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to California (average of £575). Flying from Chicago to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of £811). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Chicago to California

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest£100Average£129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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United AirlinesCheapest£223Average£401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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