Cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California from $43
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California
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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?
The month of February is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport averaging around $239.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?
The cheapest day to depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California is on a Friday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Friday will often find tickets for as low as $364. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Monday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Monday is $547.
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 evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $324. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $846 on average. Flights to California from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.
What is the cheapest Chicago O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl Airport when booking 5 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $282 when searching 5 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport for as low as $233 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Chicago O'Hare Intl to California flights?
There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago O'Hare Intl to California flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago O'Hare Intl to California?
Spirit Airlines, Frontier, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago O'Hare Intl to California
What airlines fly to California?
American Airlines, United Airlines and Spirit Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California on average per day?
As of April 2025, there are 247 flights per day flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California. The most common time of day flights depart is 7:00PM, with 41% of flights taking off in the afternoon.
How many flights depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California on average per week?
As of April 2025, 1,734 flights take off from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and land in California each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Fri, with 18% of weekly flights taking off on this day.
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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California?
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California?
There are 10 operators available for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California as of April 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to California may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California is Boeing 737-800 (19.22% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A321neo (15.73%), Boeing 757-300 (10.33%), and Airbus A320neo (9.15%).
Best airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California
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| PriceFrom $49 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.3 734 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $78 | Free Cancellation | Rating 5.9 3,283 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $90 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 7,941 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $108 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.9 2,393 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $128 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 7,919 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $140 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 9,927 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $147 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.9 347 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $179 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $187 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,685 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $256 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 4,287 reviews |
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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.
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