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$116+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Joshua Tree, CA

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CHI — SNA
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Joshua Tree are usually found in January or August, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Joshua Tree

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to Joshua Tree flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$230
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$116
(United Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$466
From Chicago (CHI) to Joshua Tree
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Joshua Tree
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Joshua Tree. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/289:25 amORD - PSP
Nonstop4h 31mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/3111:08 amPSP - ORD
Nonstop3h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$230
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/282:05 pmORD - PSP
1 stop8h 35mAlaska Airlines
Fri 10/3111:30 amPSP - ORD
1 stop10h 54mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/30$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Tue 11/46:00 amMDW - PSP
1 stop7h 26mDelta
Sat 11/1512:40 pmPSP - MDW
1 stop7h 04mDelta
Deal found 7/30$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sat 11/15:15 pmORD - PSP
1 stop6h 01mDelta
Wed 11/1912:40 pmPSP - ORD
1 stop9h 13mDelta
Deal found 7/30$257
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Fri 9/126:00 amORD - PSP
1 stop7h 36mFrontier
Mon 9/1512:31 pmPSP - ORD
1 stop9h 28mFrontier
Deal found 7/30$258
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/179:45 amORD - PSP
Nonstop4h 29mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/2510:47 amPSP - ORD
Nonstop3h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$260
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/148:20 amMDW - PSP
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Sat 10/185:50 amPSP - MDW
2 stops7h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 7/29$262
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sun 11/24:29 pmMDW - PSP
1 stop20h 31mFrontier
Fri 11/1412:00 pmPSP - MDW
1 stop8h 38mFrontier
Deal found 7/30$265
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sat 10/1110:05 amORD - PSP
1 stop10h 22mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 10/147:21 pmPSP - ORD
1 stop9h 03mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/31$278
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/237:45 pmORD - PSP
1 stop22h 43mSun Country Air
Sun 10/265:28 pmPSP - ORD
1 stop15h 11mSun Country Air
Deal found 7/31$279
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/217:00 amORD - PSP
1 stop9h 45mSouthwest
Tue 8/265:30 amPSP - ORD
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 7/28$304

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Joshua Tree 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 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Joshua Tree that are best for you.

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Price

ChicagoPalm Springs

ORD - PSP

ORDPSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/28

9:25 am-11:56 am

Nonstop4h 31m

Palm Springs

Fri 10/31

11:08 am-5:03 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$230

ChicagoPalm Springs

ORD - PSP

ORDPSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/28

2:05 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop8h 35m

Palm Springs

Fri 10/31

11:30 am-12:24 am

1 stop10h 54m

$249

ChicagoPalm Springs

ORD - PSP

ORDPSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/1

5:15 pm-9:16 pm

1 stop6h 01m

Palm Springs

Wed 11/19

12:40 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop9h 13m

$257

ChicagoPalm Springs

ORD - PSP

ORDPSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/12

6:00 am-11:36 am

1 stop7h 36m

Palm Springs

Mon 9/15

12:31 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 28m

$258

ChicagoPalm Springs

ORD - PSP

ORDPSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/17

9:45 am-12:14 pm

Nonstop4h 29m

Palm Springs

Thu 12/25

3:23 pm-9:21 pm

Nonstop3h 58m

$260

ChicagoPalm Springs

MDW - PSP

MDWPSP

Chicago Midway

Tue 10/14

8:20 am-1:35 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Palm Springs

Sat 10/18

5:50 am-3:40 pm

2 stops7h 50m

$262

ChicagoPalm Springs

MDW - PSP

MDWPSP

Chicago Midway

Sun 10/12

4:29 pm-11:55 am

1 stop21h 26m

Palm Springs

Fri 10/17

12:45 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop7h 53m

$265

ChicagoPalm Springs

ORD - PSP

ORDPSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/11

10:05 am-6:27 pm

1 stop10h 22m

Palm Springs

Tue 10/14

7:21 pm-6:24 am

1 stop9h 03m

$278

ChicagoPalm Springs

ORD - PSP

ORDPSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/23

7:45 pm-4:28 pm

1 stop22h 43m

Palm Springs

Sun 10/26

5:28 pm-10:39 am

1 stop15h 11m

$279

ChicagoPalm Springs

ORD - PSP

ORDPSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/21

7:00 am-2:45 pm

1 stop9h 45m

Palm Springs

Tue 8/26

5:30 am-2:25 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$304

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Joshua Tree

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Joshua Tree

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Joshua Tree?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Joshua Tree. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

Booking 55 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Joshua Tree. 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 Joshua Tree?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Joshua Tree (average of $298). Flying from Chicago to Joshua Tree in March is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 JO9?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Joshua Tree. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Joshua Tree?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Joshua Tree. Price data was last updated on July 27, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Joshua Tree flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Joshua Tree

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Joshua Tree. 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 31, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to JO9 are scheduled on a Thursday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Joshua Tree

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Joshua Tree. 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 Joshua Tree. Reviews last updated July 31, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Chicago to Joshua Tree 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

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

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

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

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
4,246 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

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
7,981 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

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
2,611 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

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
8,900 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

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 Joshua Tree one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $116. However, be on the lookout for offers from Sun Country Air and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago to Joshua Tree for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Joshua Tree?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago to Joshua Tree consider choosing Alaska Airlines (90%), American Airlines (89%) or Royal Jordanian (83%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Joshua Tree?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $253. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Palm Springs) can be booked for $230 on average our data indicates $1,080 when flying from Chicago to Joshua Tree.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Joshua Tree that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Joshua Tree?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Joshua Tree?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Joshua Tree 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 Joshua Tree?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Joshua Tree (average of $298). Flying from Chicago to Joshua Tree in March is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 Chicago to Joshua Tree

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Joshua Tree. 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 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$88Average$175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$109Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$190Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$231Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$237Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$246Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$250Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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