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Multiple Airlines Logo
15:22 - 23:44
ORD
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LAS
10h 22m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:38 - 20:29
LAS
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ORD
3h 51mdirect
£101Multiple Airlines
Mon, 26 Jan - Fri, 6 Feb
Frontier Logo
16:19 - 23:44
ORD
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LAS
9h 25m1 stop
Frontier Logo
08:15 - 17:56
LAS
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ORD
7h 41m1 stop
£103Frontier
Sun, 25 Jan - Thu, 5 Feb
Frontier Logo
06:00 - 19:13
ORD
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LAS
15h 13m1 stop
Frontier Logo
06:00 - 14:54
LAS
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ORD
6h 54m1 stop
£104Frontier
Thu, 12 Feb - Thu, 19 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:22 - 23:01
ORD
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LAS
9h 39m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:38 - 20:29
LAS
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ORD
3h 51mdirect
£110Multiple Airlines
Fri, 23 Jan - Fri, 6 Feb
Southwest Logo
14:15 - 19:15
ORD
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LAX
7h 00m1 stop
Southwest Logo
23:20 - 11:10
LAX
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ORD
9h 50m1 stop
£113Southwest
Sat, 17 Jan - Sat, 17 Jan
Southwest Logo
18:25 - 20:50
ORD
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LAS
4h 25mdirect
Southwest Logo
09:45 - 15:25
LAS
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ORD
3h 40mdirect
£113Southwest
Sat, 14 Feb - Wed, 18 Feb
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16:10 - 18:47
ORD
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LAX
4h 37mdirect
United Airlines Logo
08:33 - 14:50
LAX
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ORD
4h 17mdirect
£118United Airlines
Sat, 17 Jan - Tue, 20 Jan
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06:00 - 08:34
ORD
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LAX
4h 34mdirect
Spirit Airlines Logo
09:39 - 15:42
LAX
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ORD
4h 03mdirect
£132Spirit Airlines
Mon, 18 May - Wed, 27 May
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20:53 - 08:15
ORD
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LAX
13h 22m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
09:39 - 15:42
LAX
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ORD
4h 03mdirect
£160Spirit Airlines
Mon, 18 May - Wed, 27 May
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17:16 - 21:59
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BUR
6h 43m1 stop
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10:30 - 21:32
BUR
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ORD
9h 02m1 stop
£179United Airlines
Tue, 13 Jan - Sat, 17 Jan

Frontier flights from Chicago to California

Our best Frontier deals on Chicago to California flight tickets
Frontier
25 Jan
ORD16:19Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 25m
1 stop
LAS23:44Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
5 Feb
LAS08:15Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
7h 41m
1 stop
ORD17:56Chicago O'Hare Intl
£103
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Frontier
12 Feb
ORD06:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 13m
1 stop
LAS19:13Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
19 Feb
LAS06:00Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
6h 54m
1 stop
ORD14:54Chicago O'Hare Intl
£104
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Frontier
29 Jan
ORD08:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 53m
1 stop
LAS15:53Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
6 Feb
LAS14:38Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
3h 51m
ORD20:29Chicago O'Hare Intl
£104
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Southwest flights from Chicago to California

Our best Southwest deals on Chicago to California flight tickets
Southwest
17 Jan
ORD14:15Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 00m
1 stop
LAX19:15Los Angeles
17 Jan
LAX23:20Los Angeles
9h 50m
1 stop
ORD11:10Chicago O'Hare Intl
£113
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Southwest
17 Jan
ORD14:15Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 00m
1 stop
LAS19:15Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
20 Jan
LAS09:45Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
3h 40m
ORD15:25Chicago O'Hare Intl
£121
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Southwest
17 Jan
ORD07:15Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 45m
1 stop
LAX12:00Los Angeles
18 Jan
LAX05:45Los Angeles
5h 45m
1 stop
ORD13:30Chicago O'Hare Intl
£133
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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, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 31 December 2025.
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Price

ChicagoLas Vegas

ORD - LAS

ORDLAS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 26/1

15:22-23:44

1 stop10h 22m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 6/2

14:38-20:29

Nonstop3h 51m

£101

ChicagoLas Vegas

ORD - LAS

ORDLAS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 25/1

16:19-23:44

1 stop9h 25m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 5/2

08:15-17:56

1 stop7h 41m

£103

ChicagoLas Vegas

ORD - LAS

ORDLAS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/2

06:00-19:13

1 stop15h 13m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 19/2

06:00-14:54

1 stop6h 54m

£104

ChicagoLas Vegas

ORD - LAS

ORDLAS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 23/1

15:22-23:01

1 stop9h 39m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 6/2

14:38-20:29

Nonstop3h 51m

£110

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 17/1

14:15-19:15

1 stop7h 00m

Los Angeles

Sat 17/1

23:20-11:10

1 stop9h 50m

£113

ChicagoLas Vegas

ORD - LAS

ORDLAS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 14/2

18:25-20:50

Nonstop4h 25m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 18/2

09:45-15:25

Nonstop3h 40m

£113

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 17/1

16:10-18:47

Nonstop4h 37m

Los Angeles

Tue 20/1

08:33-14:50

Nonstop4h 17m

£118

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 18/5

06:00-08:34

Nonstop4h 34m

Los Angeles

Wed 27/5

09:39-15:42

Nonstop4h 03m

£132

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 18/5

20:53-08:15

1 stop13h 22m

Los Angeles

Wed 27/5

09:39-15:42

Nonstop4h 03m

£160

ChicagoBurbank

ORD - BUR

ORDBUR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 13/1

17:16-21:59

1 stop6h 43m

Burbank Bob Hope

Sat 17/1

10:30-21:32

1 stop9h 02m

£179

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to California

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

If you are unable to visit California during the month of September, then departing from Chicago during the month August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £180.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to California is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as £178. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Wednesday is the most expensive day to depart from Chicago because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around £1,014.

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 morning when flights can be purchased for as low as £234. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to California is in the evening when prices are around £1,258.

What is the cheapest Chicago 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 when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around £202 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Chicago for as low as £165 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?

You could potentially save up to 5% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to California flight.

Cheap Chicago to California flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Chicago to California

Fastest flight time

4h 08m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in California

418 airports
The fastest flight from Chicago to California takes 4h 08m
Direct flights go from Chicago to California every day.
There are 418 airports in California. From Chicago there are direct flights to Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).
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  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to California?

    Prices for flights from Chicago to California are updated daily.

  • 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 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 to California?

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Can I find flights from Chicago to California with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights from Chicago to California with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

How can momondo help me find flights from Chicago to California?

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I’m not ready to book a flight from Chicago to California right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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