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$65+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to California

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ORD — LAX
Mar 10 — Mar 171
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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 8, 2026.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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.
Sat 4/188:53 pm
ORD
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BUR
1 stop13h 20m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 4/225:40 pm
BUR
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ORD
1 stop9h 51m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/7$136
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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.
Tue 4/218:53 pm
ORD
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BUR
1 stop13h 20m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 4/255:40 pm
BUR
-
ORD
1 stop9h 51m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/6$139
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/208:53 pm
ORD
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BUR
1 stop13h 20m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 6/25:40 pm
BUR
-
ORD
1 stop9h 51m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/5$144
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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.
Sat 4/188:53 pm
ORD
-
BUR
1 stop13h 20m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 4/255:40 pm
BUR
-
ORD
1 stop9h 51m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/7$147
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/158:53 pm
ORD
-
BUR
1 stop13h 20m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 4/185:40 pm
BUR
-
ORD
1 stop9h 51m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/6$148
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/169:18 pm
ORD
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BUR
1 stop17h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/185:40 pm
BUR
-
ORD
1 stop9h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5$154
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/128:53 pm
ORD
-
BUR
1 stop13h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/195:40 pm
BUR
-
ORD
1 stop11h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$156
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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.
Mon 4/208:53 pm
ORD
-
BUR
1 stop13h 20m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 4/235:40 pm
BUR
-
ORD
1 stop9h 51m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/6$158
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/198:53 pm
ORD
-
BUR
1 stop13h 20m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 4/255:40 pm
BUR
-
ORD
1 stop9h 51m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/5$159
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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.
Mon 4/64:36 pm
ORD
-
LAS
1 stop9h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/106:00 am
LAS
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$163
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/308:55 pm
ORD
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/79:45 pm
LAS
-
ORD
1 stop11h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$164
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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.
Thu 4/166:09 pm
ORD
-
LAS
1 stop7h 41m
Frontier
Sat 4/1812:59 am
LAS
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ORD
Nonstop3h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 2/7$165

Find flight deals from O'Hare Intl to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for O'Hare Intl to California flight deals. Data was last updated February 8, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$136
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$65
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$301

Good round-trip deal

$201 or less

Good one-way deal

$107 or less
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From Chicago O'Hare Intl to California
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($54 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl to California.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl to California.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from O'Hare Intl 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, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California that are best for you.

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O'Hare Intl

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoBurbank

ORD - BUR

ORDBUR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/22

8:53 pm-8:13 am

1 stop13h 20m

Burbank Bob Hope

Sat 4/25

5:40 pm-5:31 am

1 stop9h 51m

$159

ChicagoSan Diego

ORD - SAN

ORDSAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/9

7:05 am-9:47 am

Nonstop4h 42m

San Diego

Fri 3/13

10:30 pm-4:29 am

Nonstop3h 59m

$177

ChicagoSan Diego

ORD - SAN

ORDSAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/26

8:20 am-11:09 am

Nonstop4h 49m

San Diego

Thu 3/5

5:42 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop4h 17m

$177

ChicagoSan Diego

ORD - SAN

ORDSAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/12

7:55 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop4h 45m

San Diego

Mon 3/16

5:00 pm-10:59 pm

Nonstop3h 59m

$177

ChicagoSan Diego

ORD - SAN

ORDSAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/23

7:00 am-9:40 am

Nonstop4h 40m

San Diego

Sun 4/26

10:30 pm-4:35 am

Nonstop4h 05m

$177

ChicagoSan Diego

ORD - SAN

ORDSAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/27

7:05 am-9:47 am

Nonstop4h 42m

San Diego

Thu 3/5

2:11 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop4h 09m

$177

ChicagoLas Vegas

ORD - LAS

ORDLAS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/28

6:25 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 3/4

9:45 am-3:25 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

$179

ChicagoSan Diego

ORD - SAN

ORDSAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/4

6:20 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop7h 20m

San Diego

Sat 3/7

10:30 pm-4:29 am

Nonstop3h 59m

$179

ChicagoSan Diego

ORD - SAN

ORDSAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/7

2:45 pm-9:03 pm

1 stop8h 18m

San Diego

Sat 3/14

10:30 pm-4:29 am

Nonstop3h 59m

$179

ChicagoSan Diego

ORD - SAN

ORDSAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/2

4:35 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop8h 02m

San Diego

Wed 5/6

10:40 pm-4:45 am

Nonstop4h 05m

$180

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Best time to book a flight from O'Hare Intl to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California (average of $80). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California in January is currently the most expensive (average of $130). 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 ORD to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl 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 February 8, 2026.

When flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 19% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from O'Hare Intl to California. Price data was last updated on February 7, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 February 8, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California, such as Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California?

    Airlines like Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, and Alaska Airlines fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California in about 4h 42m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 38m. The distance from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California is about 1719 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $43. Users have also found prices from $51 and $69 on Frontier and Hawaiian Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California are Japan Airlines (84%), Air China (78%) and Finnair (77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California?

    On average you can expect to pay $827 for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California. The cheapest flight overall is $90 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl) is currently priced at $79.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on O'Hare Intl to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to California?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California (average of $80). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California in January is currently the most expensive (average of $130). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from O'Hare Intl to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl to California. 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 February 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$53Average$197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$78Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$108Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Sun Country AirCheapest$112Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$128Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$138Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$139Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$157Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$183Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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