Cheap flights from Illinois (IL) to California (CA)

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How to find the cheapest flight from
Illinois to California

All the information you need to plan the best null to LAX flight in 2021: compare Illinois to California flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in California.
How far in advance should I book a flight from Illinois to California?

To save on the cost of your flight from Illinois to California, book at least 17 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 20% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $75 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $95.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Illinois to California?

April is one of the best times of the year to fly to California from Illinois. Prices for April average $86 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $43. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a April flight can save you 23% on your journey compared to booking in April

Cheap flights from Illinois to California in May, June 2021

The best prices found for Illinois to California flights for May, June
2 Jun - 16 Jun
$86pp
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Spirit Airlines
 
1 STOP
OAK
Oakland
OAK
Oakland
Spirit Airlines
 
1 STOP
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
2 Jun - 9 Jun
$100pp
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Spirit Airlines
 
1 STOP
OAK
Oakland
OAK
Oakland
Spirit Airlines
Non-Stop
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
18 May - 20 May
$101pp
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Spirit Airlines
 
1 STOP
LAX
Los Angeles
LAX
Los Angeles
Spirit Airlines
 
1 STOP
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl

Illinois to California 2021 flight deals

Cheap flights to California from Illinois found for this year
2 Jun - 16 Jun
$86pp
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Spirit Airlines
 
1 STOP
OAK
Oakland
OAK
Oakland
Spirit Airlines
 
1 STOP
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
2 Jun - 9 Jun
$100pp
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Spirit Airlines
 
1 STOP
OAK
Oakland
OAK
Oakland
Spirit Airlines
Non-Stop
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
18 May - 20 May
$101pp
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Spirit Airlines
 
1 STOP
LAX
Los Angeles
LAX
Los Angeles
Spirit Airlines
 
1 STOP
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl

Non-stop flights to California from Illinois

Save time with Illinois to California direct flight deals
15 Jul - 27 Jul
$102pp
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Spirit Airlines
Non-Stop
OAK
Oakland
OAK
Oakland
Spirit Airlines
Non-Stop
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
9 Jun - 16 Jun
$111pp
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Spirit Airlines
Non-Stop
LAX
Los Angeles
LAX
Los Angeles
Spirit Airlines
Non-Stop
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
15 Jul - 20 Jul
$111pp
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Spirit Airlines
Non-Stop
OAK
Oakland
OAK
Oakland
Spirit Airlines
Non-Stop
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl

Last minute flights from Illinois to California

Late deals on round-trip flights to California from Illinois, departing today and this week
18 May - 20 May
$101pp
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Spirit Airlines
 
1 STOP
LAX
Los Angeles
LAX
Los Angeles
Spirit Airlines
 
1 STOP
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
18 May - 20 May
$102pp
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Spirit Airlines
 
1 STOP
LAX
Los Angeles
LAX
Los Angeles
Spirit Airlines
 
1 STOP
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
18 May - 20 May
$109pp
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Spirit Airlines
Non-Stop
LAX
Los Angeles
LAX
Los Angeles
Spirit Airlines
 
1 STOP
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl

One-way flights to California from Illinois

The cheapest one-way flights from Illinois to California
5:00 pm - 7:32 pm
American Airlines
Nonstop
4h 32m
ORD - LAX
American Airlines
$66
4:30 am - 7:53 pm
Frontier
1 Stop
17h 23m
ORD - LAX
Frontier
$69
Kiwi.com
5:10 pm - 4:39 am
Spirit Airlines
1 Stop
13h 29m
ORD - OAK
Spirit Airlines
$70
mytrip.com

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Flight FAQs

From Illinois to California

Are flight prices decreasing from Illinois 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 Illinois 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 Illinois to California to control the spread of COVID-19?

Airlines globally have implemented additional safety measures to accommodate you. Alaska Airlines is one of them. 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 Illinois to California. Policies will vary by airline.

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

United Airlines, Spirit Airlines, and American Airlines are some of the carriers that may have flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for other airlines that may also have this kind of flexibility.

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

Yes, there are multiple flights from Illinois to California for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $86, but on average you can expect to pay $107.

Are there nonstop flights from Illinois to California for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Illinois to California under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Illinois to California is less than $119.

Are there last-minute flights available from Illinois to California for under $200?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Illinois to California within the next 7 days for less than $200.

What days are nonstop flights available from Illinois to California?

Nonstop flights can be found on the following days: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

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

Major Airline, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines are the most popular airlines when flying from Illinois to California.

What are the most popular routes from Illinois to California?

The most popular route from Illinois to California is Chicago O'Hare Intl - Los Angeles. You may also consider Chicago O'Hare Intl - San Francisco or Chicago O'Hare Intl - San Diego.

What are the cheapest Flights from Illinois to California?

On average you can expect to pay $584 for a flight from Illinois to California. The cheapest flight overall is $57 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $111.

What are the most reliable airlines from Illinois to California?

Before booking your flight to California from Illinois, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Fiji Airways (100%), Royal Jordanian (100%), ANA( 96%).

How long is the flight from Illinois to California?

Airlines like American Airlines and Spirit Airlines fly from Illinois to California in about 4h 16m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. Most flights are nonstop.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Illinois to California round-trip?

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Illinois to California round-trip from $86.

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

The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Illinois to California are Spirit Airlines ($46), American Airlines ($66), and Frontier ($69).

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Flight duration
4h 17m

Airports servicing

Belleville (BLV)
Bloomington (BMI)
Champaign (CMI)
Decatur (DEC)
Moline (MLI)
Marion (MWA)

Airports servicing

Bakersfield (BFL)
Burbank (BUR)
Concord Buchanan Fld (CCR)
Crescent City (CEC)
San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar (CLD)
Fresno (FAT)

Top 8 airlines flying from Illinois to California

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Illinois to California choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
Airline Cheapest Average Flexibility On-time COVID-19 safety
Spirit Airlines 		$64 $224 No cancel fee 65%
Frontier 		$38 $227 No cancel fee 62%
Sun Country Air 		$116 $230 No cancel fee 83%
Alaska Airlines 		$91 $290 No cancel fee 75%
United Airlines 		$54 $377 No cancel fee 69%
Delta 		$116 $385 No cancel fee N/A
American Airlines 		$74 $394 No cancel fee 71%
Southwest 		$204 $497 No cancel fee 63%

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