$129+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Carlsbad, CA, 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 9/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — LAX
Sep 7 — Sep 141
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to CarlsbadExplore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Carlsbad. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 8, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Carlsbad. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 8, 2026.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/89:20 pm -
Nonstop4h 44m
Wed 9/912:45 pm -
2 stops9h 38m
Deal found 8/3![Frontier logo]()
$200
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/299:20 pm -
Nonstop4h 44m
Sat 9/511:41 pm -
Nonstop4h 18m
Deal found 8/3![Frontier logo]()
$201
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/39:20 pm -
Nonstop4h 44m
Sat 9/56:25 pm -
1 stop28h 24m
Deal found 8/7![Frontier logo]()
$202
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/99:25 am -
1 stop5h 40m
Mon 9/1411:55 pm -
Nonstop4h 00m
Deal found 8/7![Southwest logo]()
$203
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/219:20 pm -
Nonstop4h 44m
Tue 8/2511:59 pm -
Nonstop4h 18m
Deal found 8/7![Frontier logo]()
$203
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/69:20 pm -
Nonstop4h 44m
Thu 9/102:28 pm -
1 stop7h 55m
Deal found 8/3![Frontier logo]()
$204
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/209:20 pm -
Nonstop4h 44m
Wed 8/2611:41 pm -
Nonstop4h 18m
Deal found 8/7![Frontier logo]()
$205
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/52:25 pm -
1 stop7h 45m
Fri 9/115:15 pm -
Nonstop3h 55m
Deal found 8/6![Southwest logo]()
$207
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/111:55 pm -
1 stop8h 06m
Sun 9/135:25 pm -
Nonstop4h 06m
Deal found 8/7![Delta logo]()
$207
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/39:20 pm -
Nonstop4h 44m
Mon 9/712:07 pm -
1 stop28h 14m
Deal found 8/4![Frontier logo]()
$208
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/39:20 pm -
Nonstop4h 44m
Wed 9/99:29 am -
Nonstop4h 24m
Deal found 8/4![Frontier logo]()
$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/96:06 pm -
Nonstop4h 33m
Sun 10/1111:35 pm -
Nonstop4h 10m
Deal found 8/7![United Airlines logo]()
$211
Best flights from Chicago to CarlsbadDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Chicago to Carlsbad that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 8, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Chicago to Carlsbad that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 8, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/62:35 pm -
1 stop7h 30m
Tue 11/106:05 am -
Nonstop4h 05m
Deal found 8/7![Southwest logo]()
$207
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/27:40 pm -
1 stop6h 15m
Wed 10/147:35 am -
Nonstop4h 03m
Deal found 8/7![Delta logo]()
$207
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Tue 10/272:40 pm -
Nonstop4h 40m
Sun 11/17:00 am -
Nonstop4h 15m
Deal found 8/4![United Airlines logo]()
$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/235:44 pm -
1 stop8h 40m
Tue 9/297:40 am -
Nonstop4h 04m
Deal found 8/7![Delta logo]()
$207
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1110:10 am -
2 stops7h 45m
Wed 11/187:40 am -
1 stop6h 25m
Deal found 8/7![Southwest logo]()
$222
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/257:40 pm -
1 stop6h 15m
Mon 9/287:40 am -
Nonstop4h 04m
Deal found 8/7![Delta logo]()
$207
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Thu 10/222:00 pm -
Nonstop4h 32m
Sun 10/256:00 am -
Nonstop4h 15m
Deal found 8/4![United Airlines logo]()
$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/297:16 am -
Nonstop4h 34m
Mon 11/22:00 pm -
1 stop7h 34m
Deal found 8/5![Delta logo]()
$207
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/247:00 am -
Nonstop4h 15m
Sun 9/275:10 am -
Nonstop4h 00m
Deal found 8/7![Southwest logo]()
$247
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/117:16 am -
Nonstop4h 34m
Mon 10/199:50 pm -
1 stop9h 35m
Deal found 8/5![Delta logo]()
$207
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/87:16 am -
Nonstop4h 34m
Sun 11/1510:45 pm -
1 stop7h 01m
Deal found 8/6![Delta logo]()
$207
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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.
Tue 10/137:25 am -
1 stop7h 35m
Fri 10/168:00 pm -
1 stop7h 00m
Deal found 8/3![Southwest logo]()
$267
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/231:19 pm -
1 stop8h 42m
Wed 9/3011:59 pm -
1 stop6h 49m
Deal found 8/7![Delta logo]()
$217
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Tue 10/66:30 am -
Nonstop4h 30m
Sat 10/105:45 am -
Nonstop3h 50m
Deal found 8/4![Southwest logo]()
$271
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/2612:29 pm -
1 stop9h 37m
Thu 10/17:05 am -
1 stop8h 56m
Deal found 8/7![Delta logo]()
$217
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/66:00 am -
1 stop7h 12m
Sun 9/132:00 pm -
1 stop7h 57m
Deal found 8/7![Delta logo]()
$217
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/16:40 am -
2 stops7h 55m
Fri 9/43:25 pm -
1 stop6h 25m
Deal found 8/7![Southwest logo]()
$292
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Fri 10/237:15 pm -
1 stop6h 40m
Sat 10/245:45 am -
Nonstop3h 50m
Deal found 8/4![Southwest logo]()
$302
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/38:28 am -
1 stop8h 36m
Tue 9/811:55 pm -
1 stop7h 30m
Deal found 8/7![Delta logo]()
$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/69:30 am -
Nonstop4h 22m
Wed 9/95:25 pm -
Nonstop4h 06m
Deal found 8/3![Delta logo]()
$247
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Fri 9/49:24 am -
1 stop7h 10m
Mon 9/710:40 pm -
1 stop8h 27m
Deal found 8/4![Delta logo]()
$267
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Mon 10/55:10 pm -
1 stop9h 16m
Fri 10/910:05 pm -
1 stop9h 12m
Deal found 8/4![Delta logo]()
$267
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/710:01 am -
1 stop8h 48m
Mon 10/1210:05 pm -
1 stop9h 12m
Deal found 8/3![Delta logo]()
$267
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2110:59 am -
1 stop8h 19m
Sat 10/246:00 am -
1 stop8h 47m
Deal found 8/7![Delta logo]()
$277
Last-minute flights from Chicago to CarlsbadDiscover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Carlsbad. Data last updated August 8, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Carlsbad. Data last updated August 8, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/209:20 pm -
Nonstop4h 44m
Wed 8/2611:41 pm -
Nonstop4h 18m
Deal found 8/7![Frontier logo]()
$205
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/219:20 pm -
Nonstop4h 44m
Tue 8/2511:59 pm -
Nonstop4h 18m
Deal found 8/7![Frontier logo]()
$203
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/277:44 pm -
1 stop24h 28m
Sat 9/511:41 pm -
Nonstop4h 18m
Deal found 8/3![Frontier logo]()
$211
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/299:20 pm -
Nonstop4h 44m
Sat 9/511:41 pm -
Nonstop4h 18m
Deal found 8/3![Frontier logo]()
$201
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/39:20 pm -
Nonstop4h 44m
Sat 9/56:25 pm -
1 stop28h 24m
Deal found 8/7![Frontier logo]()
$202
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/39:20 pm -
Nonstop4h 44m
Mon 9/712:07 pm -
1 stop28h 14m
Deal found 8/4![Frontier logo]()
$208
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/39:20 pm -
Nonstop4h 44m
Wed 9/99:29 am -
Nonstop4h 24m
Deal found 8/4![Frontier logo]()
$209
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/52:25 pm -
1 stop7h 45m
Fri 9/115:15 pm -
Nonstop3h 55m
Deal found 8/6![Southwest logo]()
$207
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/69:20 pm -
Nonstop4h 44m
Thu 9/102:28 pm -
1 stop7h 55m
Deal found 8/3![Frontier logo]()
$204
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/89:20 pm -
Nonstop4h 44m
Wed 9/912:45 pm -
2 stops9h 38m
Deal found 8/3![Frontier logo]()
$200
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/99:25 am -
1 stop5h 40m
Mon 9/1411:55 pm -
Nonstop4h 00m
Deal found 8/7![Southwest logo]()
$203
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/101:55 pm -
1 stop8h 06m
Mon 9/2111:15 am -
Nonstop4h 08m
Deal found 8/6![Delta logo]()
$207
One-way flights from Chicago to CarlsbadSearch for one-way flight options from Chicago to Carlsbad. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 8, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Carlsbad. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 8, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/46:15 pm -
1 stop6h 10m
Deal found 8/6![Southwest logo]()
$129
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/39:54 am -
1 stop8h 25m
Deal found 8/7![Delta logo]()
$129
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/86:40 am -
1 stop13h 02m
Deal found 8/7![Frontier logo]()
$130
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Fri 9/116:30 am -
1 stop10h 09m
Deal found 8/7![Frontier logo]()
$130
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Mon 9/1412:54 pm -
2 stops23h 43m
Deal found 8/5![Frontier logo]()
$131
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/52:41 pm -
1 stop11h 30m
Deal found 8/6![Frontier logo]()
$131
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/2512:39 pm -
1 stop8h 47m
Deal found 8/5![Delta logo]()
$132
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/319:26 pm -
2 stops26h 28m
Deal found 8/3![Frontier logo]()
$133
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/209:20 pm -
Nonstop4h 44m
Deal found 8/3![Frontier logo]()
$133
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/26:40 am -
2 stops7h 55m
Deal found 8/7![Southwest logo]()
$134
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Fri 9/185:10 pm -
1 stop7h 00m
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$134
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Sun 9/136:25 am -
1 stop13h 17m
Deal found 8/4![Frontier logo]()
$135
Find flight deals from Chicago to Carlsbad
Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to Carlsbad flight deals. Data was last updated August 8, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $200 (Frontier) |
One-way from | $129 (Southwest) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $288 |
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Cheapest round-trip
ChicagoLos Angeles
MDW Chicago Midway - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
MDWLAX
Chicago Midway
Fri 11/6
2:35 pm-8:05 pm
1 stop7h 30m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Tue 11/10
6:05 am-12:10 pm
Nonstop4h 05m
$207
ChicagoLos Angeles
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 10/2
7:40 pm-11:55 pm
1 stop6h 15m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Wed 10/14
7:35 am-1:38 pm
Nonstop4h 03m
$207
ChicagoLos Angeles
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 9/23
5:44 pm-12:24 am
1 stop8h 40m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Tue 9/29
7:40 am-1:44 pm
Nonstop4h 04m
$207
ChicagoLos Angeles
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 9/25
7:40 pm-11:55 pm
1 stop6h 15m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Mon 9/28
7:40 am-1:44 pm
Nonstop4h 04m
$207
ChicagoLos Angeles
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 10/29
7:16 am-9:50 am
Nonstop4h 34m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Mon 11/2
2:00 pm-11:34 pm
1 stop7h 34m
$207
ChicagoLos Angeles
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 10/11
7:16 am-9:50 am
Nonstop4h 34m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Mon 10/19
9:50 pm-9:25 am
1 stop9h 35m
$207
ChicagoLos Angeles
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 11/8
7:16 am-9:50 am
Nonstop4h 34m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Sun 11/15
10:45 pm-7:46 am
1 stop7h 01m
$207
ChicagoLos Angeles
MDW Chicago Midway - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
MDWLAX
Chicago Midway
Wed 9/23
1:19 pm-8:01 pm
1 stop8h 42m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Wed 9/30
11:59 pm-8:48 am
1 stop6h 49m
$217
ChicagoLos Angeles
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 9/26
12:29 pm-8:06 pm
1 stop9h 37m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Thu 10/1
7:05 am-6:01 pm
1 stop8h 56m
$217
ChicagoLos Angeles
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 9/6
6:00 am-11:12 am
1 stop7h 12m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Sun 9/13
2:00 pm-11:57 pm
1 stop7h 57m
$217
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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Carlsbad
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CHI-C4D
MDW-LAX
ORD-LAX
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to C4D?
Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Carlsbad. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 8, 2026.
It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago to Carlsbad in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 14% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.
Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Carlsbad
Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Carlsbad. 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 August 8, 2026.
The most flights from CHI to C4D are scheduled on a Thursday (142 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (71 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Carlsbad?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Chicago to Carlsbad flights typically cost between $223 and $368 in September.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $200 on Frontier (Sep 8-Sep 9).
What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Carlsbad?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Carlsbad. Price data was last updated on August 1, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Carlsbad flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Reviews of airlines servicing Carlsbad
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Carlsbad. 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 Carlsbad. Reviews last updated August 8, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Chicago to Carlsbad. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
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Top 8 airlines flying from Chicago to Carlsbad
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$77 | Average$264 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$138 | Average$240 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time85% | |
| Cheapest$154 | Average$476 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$157 | Average$414 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$163 | Average$379 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$177 | Average$429 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$186 | Average$345 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$199 | Average$364 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% |