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Cheap flights from Chicago to California from £39

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 24/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — LAX
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to California flight deals. Data was last updated 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

£95

One-way from

£39

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£204

Good round-trip deal

£87 or less

Good one-way deal

£84 or less
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 2/7-9/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 40m total
  • Chicago to California
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Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 24/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 27m total
  • Chicago to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (£15 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£6 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Chicago (CHI) 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 13 June 2025.

Wed 2/707:42ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 27mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/706:00LAX - ORD
1 stop6h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/6£95
Sun 27/716:36ORD - LAS
1 stop9h 01mSpirit Airlines
Sat 2/800:34LAS - ORD
Nonstop3h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/6£111
Sun 27/721:56ORD - LAS
Nonstop4h 09mMultiple Airlines
Sat 2/800:34LAS - ORD
Nonstop3h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6£112
Sat 26/719:49ORD - LAS
Nonstop4h 03mUnited Airlines
Sat 26/723:43LAS - ORD
Nonstop3h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/6£113
Tue 16/917:45ORD - LAS
Nonstop3h 50mSouthwest
Wed 17/908:40LAS - ORD
Nonstop3h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/6£116
Tue 7/1015:50ORD - LAS
1 stop20h 41mAlaska Airlines
Sat 11/1011:10LAS - ORD
1 stop10h 49mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/6£145
Fri 4/706:10ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 33mFrontier
Sun 13/716:24LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 22mFrontier
Deal found 11/6£146
Sat 23/813:50ORD - SFO
2 stops9h 35mSouthwest
Thu 28/805:00SFO - ORD
1 stop7h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 11/6£150
Tue 12/819:18ORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 48mAlaska Airlines
Tue 19/808:00SFO - ORD
1 stop13h 39mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/6£153
Wed 13/813:55ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 31mUnited Airlines
Sat 16/800:08LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/6£157
Sat 30/814:07ORD - LAX
1 stop10h 33mAlaska Airlines
Tue 2/910:00LAX - ORD
1 stop10h 04mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/6£159
Wed 13/807:00ORD - LAX
1 stop8h 00mHawaiian Airlines
Fri 15/814:05LAX - ORD
1 stop7h 34mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 11/6£163

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to California that are best for you.

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Chicago

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California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/7

07:42-10:09

Nonstop4h 27m

Los Angeles

Wed 9/7

06:00-14:13

1 stop6h 13m

£95

ChicagoLas Vegas

ORD - LAS

ORDLAS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 27/7

16:36-23:37

1 stop9h 01m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 2/8

00:34-06:03

Nonstop3h 29m

£111

ChicagoLas Vegas

ORD - LAS

ORDLAS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 27/7

21:56-00:05

Nonstop4h 09m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 2/8

00:34-06:03

Nonstop3h 29m

£112

ChicagoLas Vegas

ORD - LAS

ORDLAS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 26/7

19:49-21:52

Nonstop4h 03m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 26/7

23:43-05:25

Nonstop3h 42m

£113

ChicagoLas Vegas

ORD - LAS

ORDLAS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 16/9

17:45-19:35

Nonstop3h 50m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 17/9

08:40-14:25

Nonstop3h 45m

£116

ChicagoLas Vegas

ORD - LAS

ORDLAS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/10

15:50-10:31

1 stop20h 41m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 11/10

11:10-23:59

1 stop10h 49m

£145

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/7

06:10-08:43

Nonstop4h 33m

Los Angeles

Sun 13/7

16:24-22:46

Nonstop4h 22m

£146

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 23/8

13:50-21:25

2 stops9h 35m

San Francisco

Thu 28/8

05:00-14:25

1 stop7h 25m

£150

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/8

19:18-22:06

Nonstop4h 48m

San Francisco

Tue 19/8

08:00-23:39

1 stop13h 39m

£153

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 13/8

13:55-16:26

Nonstop4h 31m

Los Angeles

Sat 16/8

00:08-06:20

Nonstop4h 12m

£157

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to California

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 13 June 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 13 June 2025.

The most flights from CHI to USCA are scheduled on a Thursday (134 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (73 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 13 June 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
10,000 reviews
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Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very Good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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 £39 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from £58 and United Airlines from £59 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 - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl. You may also consider Chicago O'Hare Intl - Los Angeles or Chicago O'Hare Intl - Ontario.

  • 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: Asiana Airlines (98%), Austrian Airlines (96%), Air China (95%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to California?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Chicago to California? While on average our users pay £187, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £63. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl), is priced around £144.

  • 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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