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Cheap flights from Chicago to California from £77

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 18/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — LAX
25 Aug — 1 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from 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 26 July 2026.

Wed 2/908:45
ORD
-
LAX
2 stops15h 54m
Frontier
Tue 8/923:59
LAX
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 23/7£148
Wed 9/906:30
ORD
-
LAS
1 stop9h 37m
Frontier
Thu 10/911:32
LAS
-
ORD
1 stop8h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 24/7£152
Mon 7/920:11
ORD
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 12m
Frontier
Thu 10/911:52
LAS
-
ORD
1 stop10h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 26/7£156
Thu 10/906:30
ORD
-
LAS
1 stop6h 16m
Frontier
Thu 10/923:50
LAS
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 25/7£161
Thu 3/921:20
ORD
-
LAX
Nonstop4h 44m
Frontier
Tue 8/906:55
LAX
-
ORD
1 stop9h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 26/7£170
Mon 17/821:57
ORD
-
ONT
1 stop14h 07m
Frontier
Mon 24/810:49
ONT
-
ORD
1 stop24h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 23/7£173
Mon 17/807:29
ORD
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 08m
Frontier
Tue 18/800:57
LAS
-
ORD
1 stop10h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 26/7£176
Sat 5/914:41
ORD
-
LAS
1 stop11h 02m
Frontier
Wed 9/915:10
LAS
-
ORD
1 stop7h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 25/7£177
Thu 3/921:20
ORD
-
LAX
Nonstop4h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/921:10
LAX
-
ORD
1 stop12h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7£179
Wed 9/907:20
ORD
-
LAS
1 stop8h 51m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 10/910:23
LAS
-
ORD
1 stop6h 58m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 22/7£184
Fri 9/1015:50
ORD
-
LAX
Nonstop4h 37m
United Airlines
Tue 13/1005:30
LAX
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 16m
United Airlines
Deal found 22/7£185
Wed 2/920:06
ORD
-
ONT
Nonstop4h 29m
United Airlines
Wed 9/913:56
ONT
-
ORD
1 stop9h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 22/7£187

Find flight deals from Chicago to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to California flight deals. Data was last updated 26 July 2026.

Round-trip from

£148

One-way from

£77

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£269
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  • Frontier
  • 2/9-8/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 20h 12m total
  • Chicago to California
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  • Frontier
  • 18/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 09m total
  • Chicago to California
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Price

Cheapest return flight

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/9

13:03-15:35

Nonstop4h 32m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 14/9

16:55-23:05

Nonstop4h 10m

£185

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/10

18:59-21:34

Nonstop4h 35m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 14/10

11:38-22:00

1 stop8h 22m

£193

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/9

13:51-20:37

1 stop8h 46m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 26/9

15:26-21:30

Nonstop4h 04m

£193

ChicagoLas Vegas

ORD - LAS

ORDLAS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 17/8

19:59-10:31

1 stop16h 32m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 19/8

10:23-19:21

1 stop6h 58m

£199

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 30/10

18:30-21:16

Nonstop4h 46m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 1/11

22:45-08:03

1 stop7h 18m

£200

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 18/9

06:10-11:13

1 stop7h 03m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 22/9

14:00-23:57

1 stop7h 57m

£200

ChicagoLas Vegas

ORD - LAS

ORDLAS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 23/9

07:20-12:04

1 stop6h 44m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 2/10

08:45-19:21

1 stop8h 36m

£205

ChicagoOntario

ORD - ONT

ORDONT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 18/8

14:00-22:45

2 stops10h 45m

Ontario

Tue 25/8

13:06-21:33

1 stop6h 27m

£206

ChicagoLas Vegas

ORD - LAS

ORDLAS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 29/8

09:17-11:23

Nonstop4h 06m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 29/8

23:55-05:25

Nonstop3h 30m

£206

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/9

08:28-15:04

1 stop8h 36m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 5/9

08:20-18:59

1 stop8h 39m

£208

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to California

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to California from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to California (average of £232). Flying from Chicago to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of £321). 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 26 July 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Chicago to California is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 73% on airfare.

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 26 July 2026.

The most flights from CHI to USCA are scheduled on a Friday (140 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (112 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Chicago to California?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Chicago to California flights typically cost between £169 and £295 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £148 on Frontier (2 Sept–8 Sept).

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

Booking 49 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to California. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Chicago to California. Price data was last updated on 25 July 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to California flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to California?

    There are many flights that can get you from Chicago to California in 4h 02m. Fly via Delta, Alaska Airlines, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. Chicago and California are separated by a distance of 1510 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 - Sacramento Intl or Chicago O'Hare Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl.

  • 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: Air China (79%), ANA (77%), Virgin Australia (76%).

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to California (average of £232). Flying from Chicago to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of £321). 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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