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$102+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Carmel-by-the-Sea, 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 8/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — SFO
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea are usually found in September or October, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea flight deals. Data was last updated July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$202
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$102
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$293
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/307:00 amORD - SFO
1 stop17h 33mFrontier
Tue 9/26:50 amSFO - ORD
1 stop12h 52mFrontier
Deal found 7/3$202
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/213:52 pmMDW - SFO
1 stop8h 58mFrontier
Mon 8/2510:29 pmSFO - MDW
1 stop8h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/3$203
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/168:10 amMDW - SFO
Nonstop4h 35mSouthwest
Sat 8/231:00 pmSFO - MDW
1 stop8h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 7/2$207
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/286:50 pmORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 43mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/211:08 pmSFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$207
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/237:00 amORD - SFO
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Sun 8/3112:40 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 7/1$208
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/127:00 amORD - SFO
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/143:42 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop11h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$212
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/87:18 pmORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 48mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 8/1111:55 amSFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 23mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/3$217
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/155:55 pmORD - SFO
1 stop8h 04mAlaska Airlines
Mon 8/188:00 amSFO - ORD
1 stop13h 39mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/3$236
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Fri 8/151:43 pmMDW - SFO
1 stop9h 44mDelta
Mon 8/189:35 pmSFO - MDW
1 stop10h 01mDelta
Deal found 7/3$257

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea 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 July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea that are best for you.

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ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/30

7:00 am-10:33 pm

1 stop17h 33m

San Francisco

Tue 9/2

6:50 am-9:42 pm

1 stop12h 52m

$202

ChicagoSan Francisco

MDW - SFO

MDWSFO

Chicago Midway

Thu 8/21

3:52 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop8h 58m

San Francisco

Mon 8/25

10:29 pm-9:02 am

1 stop8h 33m

$203

ChicagoSan Francisco

MDW - SFO

MDWSFO

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/16

8:10 am-10:45 am

Nonstop4h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 8/23

6:20 pm-5:10 am

1 stop8h 50m

$207

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/28

6:50 pm-9:33 pm

Nonstop4h 43m

San Francisco

Tue 9/2

11:08 pm-5:24 am

Nonstop4h 16m

$207

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/23

7:00 am-11:20 am

1 stop6h 20m

San Francisco

Sun 8/31

12:40 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$208

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/12

7:00 am-11:25 pm

1 stop18h 25m

San Francisco

Thu 8/14

3:42 pm-4:50 am

1 stop11h 08m

$212

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/8

7:18 pm-10:06 pm

Nonstop4h 48m

San Francisco

Mon 8/11

11:55 am-6:18 pm

Nonstop4h 23m

$217

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/29

7:18 pm-10:06 pm

Nonstop4h 48m

San Francisco

Wed 8/6

3:05 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$227

ChicagoSan Francisco

MDW - SFO

MDWSFO

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/16

6:17 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop7h 03m

San Francisco

Fri 8/22

12:40 am-8:51 am

1 stop6h 11m

$259

ChicagoSan Francisco

MDW - SFO

MDWSFO

Chicago Midway

Thu 11/13

4:29 pm-12:14 am

1 stop9h 45m

$102

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Carmel-by-the-Sea from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

Booking 84 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea (average of $276). Flying from Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea in June is currently the most expensive (average of $360). 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 CHI to CA5?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 3, 2025.

When flying from Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea. 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 July 3, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to CA5 are scheduled on a Thursday (97 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (36 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea?

Reviews of airlines servicing Carmel-by-the-Sea

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Carmel-by-the-Sea. 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 Carmel-by-the-Sea. Reviews last updated July 3, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,545 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $102 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $109 and United Airlines from $109 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea?

    Before booking your flight to Carmel-by-the-Sea from Chicago, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: ANA (87%), Alaska Airlines (86%), Air China( 86%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $98. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - San Francisco) can be booked for $188 on average our data indicates $1,098 when flying from Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea 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 to Carmel-by-the-Sea?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea (average of $276). Flying from Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea in June is currently the most expensive (average of $360). 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 8 airlines flying from Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Carmel-by-the-Sea. 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$61Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$108Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$127Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$128Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$187Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$197Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$226Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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