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$72+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA to O'Hare Intl (ORD)

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 8/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — ORD
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Irvine to Chicago O'Hare Intl are usually found in February or September, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Irvine to O'Hare Intl

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Irvine to O'Hare Intl flight deals. Data was last updated July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$149
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$72
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$318
From Irvine to Chicago O'Hare Intl
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Cheapest flights from Irvine to O'Hare Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Irvine to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/307:20 pmLAX - ORD
1 stop16h 53mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/66:40 amORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$149
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1112:12 amLAX - ORD
1 stop9h 23mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/225:10 amORD - LAX
1 stop8h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$150
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/174:24 pmLAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 22mFrontier
Mon 7/215:01 amORD - LAX
1 stop9h 16mFrontier
Deal found 7/1$152

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Irvine to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Irvine

Fly to

O'Hare Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Wed 7/30

7:20 pm-2:13 pm

1 stop16h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/6

6:40 am-9:08 am

Nonstop4h 28m

$149

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Mon 8/11

12:12 am-11:35 am

1 stop9h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/22

5:10 am-12:07 pm

1 stop8h 57m

$150

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Fri 8/29

3:30 pm-12:32 am

1 stop7h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/31

5:10 am-12:07 pm

1 stop8h 57m

$154

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Thu 8/7

7:20 pm-6:03 am

1 stop8h 43m

$72

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Thu 7/31

1:02 pm-12:22 am

1 stop9h 20m

$74

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Sat 8/2

3:48 pm-2:13 pm

1 stop20h 25m

$90

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Fri 11/7

12:10 am-6:10 am

Nonstop4h 00m

$99

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Fri 8/1

12:08 am-6:20 am

Nonstop4h 12m

$100

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Sat 10/11

7:00 am-5:01 am

1 stop20h 01m

$114

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Sun 10/12

5:55 am-4:25 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$117

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Deals found on 7/1

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Irvine to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Irvine to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Irvine to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Irvine to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 61 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from Irvine to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 IR9 to ORD?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine to O'Hare Intl. 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 Irvine to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, 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 Irvine to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Irvine to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Irvine to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons 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 Irvine to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Irvine to O'Hare Intl. 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 IR9 to ORD are scheduled on a Thursday (134 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (33 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing O'Hare Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to O'Hare Intl. 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 O'Hare Intl. Reviews last updated July 3, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and United Airlines from Irvine to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,086 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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 Irvine to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $72 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $74 and American Airlines from $99 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Irvine to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Before booking your flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Irvine, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Austrian Airlines (98%), Spirit Airlines (98%), Air China( 90%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Irvine to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is $77. On average you can expect to pay $1,122. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $113.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Irvine to O'Hare Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Irvine to O'Hare Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Irvine to O'Hare Intl?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Irvine to O'Hare Intl.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Irvine to O'Hare Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Irvine to O'Hare Intl 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 Irvine to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from Irvine to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 9 airlines flying from Irvine to O'Hare Intl

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Irvine to O'Hare Intl. 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
Allegiant AirCheapest$54Average$121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$88Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$92Average$165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$130Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
SouthwestCheapest$157Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$181Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$190Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$202Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$231Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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