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$138+ Cheap flights from Palm Springs (PSP) 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 12/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PSP — CHI
Jan 14 — Jan 211
Wed 1/14
Wed 1/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Palm Springs to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Palm Springs to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 15, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/242:06 pmPSP - ORD
1 stop7h 56mDelta
Thu 1/15:30 amORD - PSP
1 stop9h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/14$347
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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.
Wed 12/2411:12 amPSP - ORD
Nonstop3h 58mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/37:55 pmORD - PSP
Nonstop4h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/12$352
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Wed 12/2411:12 amPSP - ORD
Nonstop3h 58mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/17:55 pmORD - PSP
Nonstop4h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$365
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/265:38 pmPSP - ORD
1 stop23h 48mSun Country Air
Fri 1/211:51 amORD - PSP
1 stop6h 41mSun Country Air
Deal found 12/14$366
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/242:06 pmPSP - ORD
1 stop7h 56mDelta
Sat 1/35:30 amORD - PSP
1 stop9h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/14$372
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/2512:24 pmPSP - ORD
1 stop7h 12mDelta
Wed 12/316:02 pmORD - PSP
2 stops20h 53mDelta
Deal found 12/15$380
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Sun 12/216:32 pmPSP - ORD
1 stop13h 18mSun Country Air
Sun 12/288:20 pmORD - PSP
1 stop22h 06mSun Country Air
Deal found 12/14$386
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/242:06 pmPSP - ORD
1 stop7h 56mDelta
Fri 1/26:35 amORD - PSP
1 stop8h 09mDelta
Deal found 12/14$392
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Sun 12/281:00 pmPSP - MDW
Nonstop3h 45mSouthwest
Thu 1/112:20 pmMDW - PSP
1 stop6h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/13$434
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/241:49 pmPSP - MDW
2 stops17h 00mDelta
Wed 12/316:08 pmMDW - PSP
2 stops20h 47mDelta
Deal found 12/15$466
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/295:30 amPSP - MDW
2 stops7h 05mSouthwest
Mon 12/294:20 pmMDW - PSP
2 stops9h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/15$595
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/231:00 pmPSP - MDW
Nonstop3h 45mSouthwest
Tue 12/304:20 pmMDW - PSP
2 stops9h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/14$654

Find flight deals from Palm Springs to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Palm Springs (PSP) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$305
(Delta)

One-way from

$138
(Southwest)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$434

Good round-trip deal

$404 or less

Good one-way deal

$224 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Palm Springs 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 December 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Palm Springs to Chicago that are best for you.

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Palm SpringsChicago

PSP - ORD

PSPORD

Palm Springs

Tue 1/6

2:57 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop30h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/14

7:30 am-2:00 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$305

Palm SpringsChicago

PSP - ORD

PSPORD

Palm Springs

Thu 1/8

2:57 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop30h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/13

2:20 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop25h 40m

$305

Palm SpringsChicago

PSP - ORD

PSPORD

Palm Springs

Fri 1/16

2:01 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop7h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/18

2:06 pm-8:23 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$309

Palm SpringsChicago

PSP - ORD

PSPORD

Palm Springs

Sun 1/11

7:19 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop26h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/18

2:06 pm-8:23 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$309

Palm SpringsChicago

PSP - ORD

PSPORD

Palm Springs

Thu 1/8

7:00 am-5:10 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/17

8:00 am-4:32 pm

1 stop10h 32m

$309

Palm SpringsChicago

PSP - ORD

PSPORD

Palm Springs

Sat 2/7

2:01 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop7h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/8

8:00 am-4:32 pm

1 stop10h 32m

$324

Palm SpringsChicago

PSP - ORD

PSPORD

Palm Springs

Tue 1/6

7:50 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop19h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/12

8:00 am-6:24 pm

1 stop12h 24m

$324

Palm SpringsChicago

PSP - ORD

PSPORD

Palm Springs

Fri 1/9

7:00 am-11:50 pm

1 stop14h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/10

8:00 am-11:32 pm

1 stop17h 32m

$324

Palm SpringsChicago

PSP - ORD

PSPORD

Palm Springs

Thu 2/5

7:19 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop26h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/8

8:00 am-4:32 pm

1 stop10h 32m

$324

Palm SpringsChicago

PSP - ORD

PSPORD

Palm Springs

Thu 1/29

2:01 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop7h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/2

8:00 am-4:32 pm

1 stop10h 32m

$324

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Compare providers for flights from Palm Springs to Chicago

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Palm Springs to Chicago in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Palm Springs-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Palm Springs-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Palm Springs-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Palm Springs-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Palm Springs-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Palm Springs to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Palm Springs with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Palm Springs to Chicago

How far ahead should I book a flight from Palm Springs to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Palm Springs to Chicago. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

Booking 33 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Palm Springs to Chicago. 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 Palm Springs to Chicago?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Palm Springs to Chicago (average of $88). Flying from Palm Springs to Chicago in May is currently the most expensive (average of $176). 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 PSP to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Palm Springs 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 December 15, 2025.

When flying from Palm Springs to Chicago, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 21% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Palm Springs to Chicago?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Palm Springs to Chicago flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Palm Springs to Chicago?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Palm Springs to Chicago chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Las Vegas (LAS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 63% of 1-stop itineraries from Palm Springs to Chicago on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Palm Springs to Chicago?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Palm Springs to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Denver (DEN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $144.

What’s the fastest layover option from Palm Springs to Chicago?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Palm Springs to Chicago, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Las Vegas (LAS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 00m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Palm Springs to Chicago?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Palm Springs to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Las Vegas (LAS) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 13m.

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 December 15, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Palm Springs to Chicago. 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.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,052 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Palm Springs to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Palm Springs to Chicago?

    Most people fly from Palm Springs (PSP) if they book a flight from Palm Springs to Chicago. On average, Palm Springs has 4 outbound flights to Chicago per day from 4 airlines. Palm Springs is conveniently located just 2.2 mi from Palm Springs’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Palm Springs to Chicago?

    Delta and Alaska Airlines can get you from Palm Springs to Chicago in just under 7h 49m. Your travel time can differ by up to 23h 07m. Palm Springs and Chicago are separated by a distance of 1647 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Palm Springs to Chicago round-trip?

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Chicago, with prices starting at $144. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $249 and $250, respectively. These flights start at 64% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Palm Springs to Chicago one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $115. Frontier flights start at $124 while deals on Delta start at $124 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Palm Springs to Chicago?

    Before booking your flight to Chicago from Palm Springs, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Lufthansa (91%), Qatar Airways (81%), Emirates( 80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Palm Springs to Chicago?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Palm Springs to Chicago? While on average our users pay $666, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $169. The most popular route (Palm Springs - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $317.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Palm Springs to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Palm Springs to Chicago?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Palm Springs to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs to Chicago?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Palm Springs to Chicago (average of $88). Flying from Palm Springs to Chicago in May is currently the most expensive (average of $176). 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 4 airlines flying from Palm Springs to Chicago

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Palm Springs 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 December 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$179Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$250Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$267Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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