Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to California (CA)

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From Chicago to California

Are flight prices decreasing from Chicago to California due to COVID-19 (coronavirus)?

At this time, Cheapflights has noticed price decreases for many domestic flights due to COVID-19. Travel is not necessarily recommended at this time, and flights may be prone to cancellation: please check with local authorities in both Chicago and California for travel alerts, and be sure to review the airline's cancellation policy and travel advisories before booking. For more information, please view our post on what to know about COVID-19 (coronavirus) and travel.

What safety measures are being taken by airlines flying from Chicago to California to control the spread of COVID-19?

New policies can now be found on Alaska Airlines and Delta to help keep travelers safe while flying. Airline carriers are regularly disinfecting and sanitizing their aircraft. Masks are provided and are mandatory while on board. Pre-flight testing for symptoms and antibodies, alongside socially distanced seating (for a limited time) will work towards keeping travelers safer while flying from Chicago to California. Policies will vary by airline.

Which airlines flying from Chicago to California have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Due to the rapidly changing circumstances due to COVID-19, airlines like United Airlines, Spirit Airlines, and American Airlines flying from Chicago to California have implemented new flexible cancellation policies.

Can I find flights from Chicago to California for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Chicago to California for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $38, but on average you can expect to pay $51.

Are there nonstop flights from Chicago to California for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Chicago to California under $100. A good price for a nonstop flight from Chicago to California is less than $53.

Are there last-minute flights available from Chicago to California for under $100?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Chicago to California within the next 7 days for less than $100.

What days are nonstop flights available from Chicago to California?

You can find nonstop flights on the following days: Saturday.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Chicago to California?

When booking a flight from Chicago to California, you may want to consider flying on Major Airline, American Airlines or Alaska Airlines as they are the most popular for this route.

What are the most popular routes from Chicago to California?

Most travelers choose Chicago O'Hare Intl - Los Angeles, Chicago O'Hare Intl - San Diego or Chicago O'Hare Intl - San Francisco when deciding on the best route from Chicago to California.

What are the cheapest Flights from Chicago to California?

Looking for the cheapest flight from Chicago to California? While on average our users pay $582, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $66. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Los Angeles), is priced around $41.

What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to California?

Consider LOT (100%), Gulf Air (100%) or Royal Jordanian (100%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to California.

How long is the flight from Chicago to California?

A quick flight from Chicago to California can take about 4h 14m. Spirit Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $40. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to California round-trip?

Spirit Airlines, at $38, was found to be the cheapest airline from Chicago to California. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be American Airlines.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to California one-way?

One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $19 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $30 and Frontier from $39 one-way.