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$51+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to California

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ORD — LAX
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Cheap 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$118
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$51
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$277

Good round-trip deal

$204 or less

Good one-way deal

$110 or less
From Chicago O'Hare Intl to California
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($28 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
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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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 June 12, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Wed 7/29:15 pmORD - LAX
1 stop11h 44mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/97:20 pmLAX - ORD
1 stop8h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$118
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Wed 8/206:21 pmORD - BUR
1 stop5h 36mSpirit Airlines
Sat 8/232:16 pmBUR - ORD
1 stop12h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$119
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Wed 6/259:15 pmORD - LAS
Nonstop4h 04mSpirit Airlines
Sat 6/285:15 amLAS - ORD
Nonstop3h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$141
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sun 7/279:56 pmORD - LAS
Nonstop4h 09mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/318:35 amLAS - ORD
Nonstop3h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$145
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sun 7/208:51 pmORD - LAS
Nonstop4h 12mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/253:27 pmLAS - ORD
Nonstop3h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$159
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/107:08 amORD - OAK
1 stop6h 39mSpirit Airlines
Mon 7/146:00 amOAK - ORD
1 stop6h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$162
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Wed 6/181:56 pmORD - SAN
Nonstop4h 12mFrontier
Sat 6/214:53 pmSAN - ORD
Nonstop4h 03mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$176
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Fri 7/49:56 pmORD - LAS
Nonstop4h 14mFrontier
Sun 7/133:00 pmLAS - ORD
Nonstop4h 06mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$176
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Tue 6/2411:50 amORD - SAN
1 stop13h 39mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/305:50 pmSAN - ORD
2 stops13h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$177
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/241:56 pmORD - SAN
Nonstop4h 12mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/307:31 pmSAN - ORD
1 stop8h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$178
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 7/316:10 amORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 29mFrontier
Mon 8/44:24 pmLAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 22mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$185
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Fri 8/229:13 amORD - SAN
Nonstop4h 27mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/262:11 pmSAN - ORD
Nonstop4h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$186

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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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California that are best for you.

Fly from

O'Hare Intl

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/2

9:15 pm-6:59 am

1 stop11h 44m

Los Angeles

Wed 7/9

7:20 pm-6:03 am

1 stop8h 43m

$118

ChicagoBurbank

ORD - BUR

ORDBUR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/8

10:15 pm-7:20 am

1 stop11h 05m

Burbank Bob Hope

Wed 7/9

2:01 pm-6:03 am

1 stop14h 02m

$124

ChicagoLas Vegas

ORD - LAS

ORDLAS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/25

9:15 pm-11:19 pm

Nonstop4h 04m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 6/28

5:15 am-10:50 am

Nonstop3h 35m

$141

ChicagoLas Vegas

ORD - LAS

ORDLAS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/27

9:56 pm-12:05 am

Nonstop4h 09m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 7/31

8:35 am-2:13 pm

Nonstop3h 38m

$145

ChicagoLas Vegas

ORD - LAS

ORDLAS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/20

6:59 pm-9:03 pm

Nonstop4h 04m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 7/25

7:07 am-12:59 pm

Nonstop3h 52m

$159

ChicagoOakland

ORD - OAK

ORDOAK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/10

7:08 am-11:47 am

1 stop6h 39m

Oakland

Mon 7/14

6:00 am-2:13 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$162

ChicagoSan Diego

ORD - SAN

ORDSAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/18

1:56 pm-4:08 pm

Nonstop4h 12m

San Diego

Sat 6/21

4:53 pm-10:56 pm

Nonstop4h 03m

$176

ChicagoLas Vegas

ORD - LAS

ORDLAS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/4

9:56 pm-12:10 am

Nonstop4h 14m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 7/13

3:00 pm-9:06 pm

Nonstop4h 06m

$176

ChicagoSan Diego

ORD - SAN

ORDSAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/24

11:50 am-11:29 pm

1 stop13h 39m

San Diego

Mon 6/30

5:50 pm-9:38 am

2 stops13h 48m

$177

ChicagoSan Diego

ORD - SAN

ORDSAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/24

1:56 pm-4:08 pm

Nonstop4h 12m

San Diego

Mon 6/30

7:31 pm-6:12 am

1 stop8h 41m

$178

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California (average of $246). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 June 12, 2025.

When flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California

Explore weekly flight availability from O'Hare Intl 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from ORD to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (138 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (79 on average).

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Chicago to California, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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  • 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 $51. Users have also found prices from $78 and $80 on Frontier and United 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 Asiana Airlines (98%), Austrian Airlines (96%) and Air China (95%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,685 for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California. The cheapest flight overall is $58 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl) is currently priced at $86.

  • 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.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California (average of $246). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$49Average$131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$78Average$211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$88Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$108Average$226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$128Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sun Country AirCheapest$147Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$167Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$182Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$246Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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