$99+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Berkeley, CA
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 7/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Berkeley
Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to Berkeley flight deals. Data was last updated June 5, 2025.
Round-trip from | $200 (SmartFares) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $99 (Southwest) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $318 |
Find flight deals from Chicago to Berkeley
Cheapest flights from Chicago to BerkeleyExplore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Berkeley. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 5, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Berkeley. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 5, 2025.
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Depart
Return
Price
ChicagoSan Francisco
ORD - SFO
ORDSFO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 7/18
7:18 pm-10:06 pm
Nonstop4h 48m
San Francisco
Fri 7/25
11:55 am-6:18 pm
Nonstop4h 23m
ChicagoSan Francisco
MDW - SFO
MDWSFO
Chicago Midway
Tue 6/24
2:50 pm-7:05 pm
1 stop6h 15m
San Francisco
Sat 6/28
7:40 am-1:45 pm
Nonstop4h 05m
ChicagoSan Francisco
ORD - SFO
ORDSFO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 8/14
12:40 pm-10:25 pm
2 stops11h 45m
San Francisco
Tue 8/26
5:15 am-4:45 pm
2 stops9h 30m
ChicagoSan Francisco
ORD - SFO
ORDSFO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 7/15
4:50 pm-7:36 pm
Nonstop4h 46m
San Francisco
Fri 7/18
2:55 pm-9:18 pm
Nonstop4h 23m
ChicagoSan Francisco
ORD - SFO
ORDSFO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 8/7
7:18 pm-10:06 pm
Nonstop4h 48m
San Francisco
Sat 8/9
8:00 am-11:39 pm
1 stop13h 39m
ChicagoSan Francisco
ORD - SFO
ORDSFO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 7/19
6:45 am-9:18 am
Nonstop4h 33m
San Francisco
Sat 7/26
11:47 pm-6:05 am
Nonstop4h 18m
ChicagoSan Francisco
ORD - SFO
ORDSFO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 6/17
7:00 am-11:34 pm
1 stop18h 34m
San Francisco
Tue 6/24
1:09 pm-10:50 am
1 stop19h 41m
ChicagoSan Francisco
ORD - SFO
ORDSFO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 8/24
5:12 pm-11:02 pm
1 stop7h 50m
San Francisco
Sat 8/30
10:29 pm-10:26 am
1 stop9h 57m
ChicagoSan Francisco
ORD - SFO
ORDSFO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 8/5
6:15 pm-12:19 am
1 stop8h 04m
San Francisco
Wed 8/20
6:00 am-11:51 pm
1 stop15h 51m
ChicagoSan Francisco
MDW - SFO
MDWSFO
Chicago Midway
Thu 8/28
1:01 pm-9:23 pm
1 stop10h 22m
San Francisco
Sun 8/31
3:00 pm-12:54 am
1 stop7h 54m
Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Berkeley
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Berkeley from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Berkeley
How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Berkeley?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Berkeley. Price data was last updated on May 23, 2025.
The best time to book flights from Chicago to Berkeley is 48 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Berkeley?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Berkeley (average of $276). Flying from Chicago to Berkeley in June is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 B9R?
Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Berkeley. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 5, 2025.
When flying from Chicago to Berkeley, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Berkeley?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Berkeley. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Berkeley flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Berkeley
Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Berkeley. 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 June 5, 2025.
The most flights from CHI to B9R are scheduled on a Thursday (94 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (50 on average).
Rainfall in Berkeley by month
Plan your trip to Berkeley by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Berkeley ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Berkeley when rainfall is around 0.0 in.
Temperature in Berkeley by month
Plan your trip to Berkeley by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Berkeley, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).
Reviews of airlines servicing Berkeley
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Berkeley. 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 Berkeley. Reviews last updated June 5, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Chicago to Berkeley by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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James,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
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James,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
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James,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
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James,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
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James,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
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James,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
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Top 8 airlines flying from Chicago to Berkeley
Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Berkeley. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 5, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$78 | Average$231 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$108 | Average$253 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time85% | |
| Cheapest$127 | Average$237 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$128 | Average$392 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$162 | Average$324 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$179 | Average$413 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$197 | Average$398 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$246 | Average$440 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |