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$107+ Cheap flights from Orange County to Chicago (CHI)

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 7/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — CHI
Jul 6 — Jul 131
Sun 7/6
Sun 7/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Orange County to Chicago

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Orange County to Chicago flight deals. Data was last updated July 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$269
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$107
(Priceline)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$301
From Orange County to Chicago (CHI)
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Cheapest flights from Orange County to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Orange County to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 1, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Wed 8/273:09 pmSNA - ORD
Nonstop4h 15mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/18:25 amORD - SNA
Nonstop4h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$269
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.
Fri 8/87:58 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop8h 05mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/119:10 pmORD - SNA
2 stops16h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$270
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Fri 7/117:58 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop8h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/139:56 pmORD - SNA
1 stop22h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$271
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/12:02 pmSNA - ORD
Nonstop4h 11mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/35:00 amORD - SNA
1 stop6h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$275
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 7/1312:01 pmSNA - MDW
1 stop6h 53mFrontier
Thu 8/2111:00 amMDW - SNA
1 stop7h 57mFrontier
Deal found 6/29$276
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 8/2112:03 pmSNA - MDW
1 stop7h 41mDelta
Thu 8/286:00 amMDW - SNA
1 stop8h 42mDelta
Deal found 6/30$277
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 8/269:05 amSNA - MDW
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Wed 8/276:40 amMDW - SNA
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 6/30$282
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 7/3112:01 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop10h 09mFrontier
Thu 8/145:20 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 26mFrontier
Deal found 6/30$284
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/252:20 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop7h 49mDelta
Tue 7/292:15 pmORD - SNA
1 stop6h 06mDelta
Deal found 7/1$289
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Mon 8/258:20 amLGB - MDW
Nonstop3h 55mSouthwest
Wed 8/279:20 amMDW - LGB
Nonstop4h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 6/30$295
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/307:58 pmSNA - RFD
1 stop13h 56mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/41:00 pmRFD - SNA
2 stops23h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/29$296
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 8/271:15 pmLGB - ORD
1 stop6h 49mDelta
Wed 9/37:45 amORD - LGB
1 stop6h 27mDelta
Deal found 6/30$307

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Orange County to Chicago 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 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Orange County to Chicago that are best for you.

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Orange County

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Depart

Return

Price

Santa AnaChicago

SNA - ORD

SNAORD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 8/27

10:38 am-4:52 pm

Nonstop4h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/22

6:49 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop4h 31m

$269

Santa AnaChicago

SNA - ORD

SNAORD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 8/8

7:58 pm-6:03 am

1 stop8h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/11

9:10 pm-11:26 am

2 stops16h 16m

$270

Santa AnaChicago

SNA - ORD

SNAORD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 7/11

7:58 pm-6:03 am

1 stop8h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/13

9:56 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop22h 44m

$271

Santa AnaChicago

SNA - ORD

SNAORD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 8/1

2:02 pm-8:13 pm

Nonstop4h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/3

5:00 am-9:14 am

1 stop6h 14m

$275

Santa AnaChicago

SNA - MDW

SNAMDW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 7/13

12:01 pm-8:54 pm

1 stop6h 53m

Chicago Midway

Thu 8/21

11:00 am-4:57 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$276

Santa AnaChicago

SNA - MDW

SNAMDW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 8/21

12:03 pm-9:44 pm

1 stop7h 41m

Chicago Midway

Thu 8/28

6:00 am-12:42 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$277

Santa AnaChicago

SNA - MDW

SNAMDW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 8/26

9:05 am-5:00 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Chicago Midway

Wed 8/27

6:40 am-11:20 am

1 stop6h 40m

$282

Santa AnaChicago

SNA - ORD

SNAORD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 7/31

12:01 pm-12:10 am

1 stop10h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/14

5:20 am-7:46 pm

2 stops16h 26m

$284

Santa AnaChicago

SNA - ORD

SNAORD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 7/25

2:20 pm-12:09 am

1 stop7h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/29

2:15 pm-6:21 pm

1 stop6h 06m

$289

Long BeachChicago

LGB - MDW

LGBMDW

Long Beach Municipal

Mon 8/25

8:20 am-2:15 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

Chicago Midway

Wed 8/27

9:20 am-11:35 am

Nonstop4h 15m

$295

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Best time to book a flight from Orange County to Chicago

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Orange County to Chicago

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Orange County to Chicago?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orange County to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Orange County to Chicago 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 KFI to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Orange County to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Orange County to Chicago as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Orange County to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Orange County to Chicago. 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 1, 2025.

The most flights from zzKFI to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated July 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Orange County to Chicago to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,974 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,858 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
710 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Orange County to Chicago one-way?

    $107 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $108 and $139, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Orange County to Chicago?

    The most popular flight routes from Orange County to Chicago are Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Long Beach Municipal - Chicago O'Hare Intl and Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Chicago Midway.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Orange County to Chicago?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Orange County to Chicago are Emirates (92%), Brussels Airlines (92%) and United Airlines (91%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Orange County to Chicago?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Orange County to Chicago? While on average our users pay $1,164, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $146. The most popular route (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $103.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Orange County to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Orange County to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Orange County to Chicago?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Orange County to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Orange County to Chicago 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 Orange County to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orange County to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Orange County to Chicago 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 7 airlines flying from Orange County to Chicago

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Orange County to Chicago. 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 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$96Average$201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$110Average$235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$190Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$269Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$281Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$391Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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