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$79+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Malibu, 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 4/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — LAX
May 9 — May 161
Sat 5/9
Sat 5/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Malibu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Malibu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 9, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 5/17:21 pm
ORD
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LAX
Nonstop4h 45m
Frontier
Fri 5/812:31 am
LAX
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 4/9$149
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/219:37 pm
ORD
-
LAX
1 stop19h 59m
Frontier
Tue 5/2612:26 am
LAX
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 4/8$150
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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.
Sat 6/69:04 pm
ORD
-
LAX
Nonstop4h 40m
Frontier
Wed 6/103:28 pm
LAX
-
ORD
1 stop14h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 4/6$151
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 5/78:56 pm
ORD
-
LAX
Nonstop4h 40m
Frontier
Sun 5/3112:26 am
LAX
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 4/8$152
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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.
Tue 4/286:16 pm
ORD
-
LAX
1 stop7h 37m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 5/211:35 pm
LAX
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 00m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/4$153
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/287:30 am
ORD
-
LAX
Nonstop4h 26m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 4/3011:35 pm
LAX
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 00m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/6$154
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 4/297:30 am
ORD
-
LAX
Nonstop4h 26m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 5/15:22 pm
LAX
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 05m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/6$155
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/287:30 am
ORD
-
LAX
Nonstop4h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/53:28 pm
LAX
-
ORD
1 stop14h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/6$156
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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.
Tue 4/287:21 pm
ORD
-
LAX
Nonstop4h 45m
Frontier
Mon 5/411:36 pm
LAX
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 4/4$157
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 5/299:37 pm
ORD
-
LAX
1 stop12h 58m
Frontier
Sat 5/3012:26 am
LAX
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 4/6$158
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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.
Wed 4/227:21 pm
ORD
-
LAX
Nonstop4h 45m
Frontier
Thu 4/3011:59 pm
LAX
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 4/6$159
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/64:05 pm
ORD
-
LAX
1 stop27h 56m
Frontier
Wed 5/133:28 pm
LAX
-
ORD
1 stop14h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 4/6$160

Find flight deals from Chicago to Malibu

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to Malibu flight deals. Data was last updated April 9, 2026.

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$149
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$79
(Super.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$297
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Malibu 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 April 9, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Malibu that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/5

7:45 am-1:00 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/12

2:20 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$219

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/6

10:30 am-5:25 pm

2 stops8h 55m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/13

11:15 pm-9:45 am

1 stop8h 30m

$224

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/28

6:10 am-12:10 pm

2 stops8h 00m

Los Angeles

Thu 4/30

4:45 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$235

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/20

11:09 am-6:05 pm

1 stop8h 56m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/26

2:05 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop7h 52m

$237

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/7

4:50 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/20

2:20 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops7h 35m

$245

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/30

4:15 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops9h 05m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/6

2:20 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops7h 35m

$250

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Thu 5/21

6:00 am-11:20 am

1 stop7h 20m

Los Angeles

Thu 5/28

4:45 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$251

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Thu 5/21

1:22 pm-8:41 pm

1 stop9h 19m

Los Angeles

Mon 5/25

8:25 am-5:56 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$261

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/28

8:00 am-12:35 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Los Angeles

Mon 6/1

6:10 am-3:00 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$261

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/9

6:00 am-12:10 pm

2 stops8h 10m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/16

5:00 am-3:05 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$266

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Malibu

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Malibu. Price data was last updated on April 3, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to Malibu, you should look to book at least 51 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Malibu (average of $80). Flying from Chicago to Malibu in March is currently the most expensive (average of $167). 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 ML9?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Malibu. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 9, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Malibu in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 24% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Malibu?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Malibu. Price data was last updated on April 4, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Malibu flight should consider departing on Monday evenings 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.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Malibu

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Malibu. 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 April 9, 2026.

The most flights from CHI to ML9 are scheduled on a Wednesday (103 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (88 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Malibu?

Reviews of airlines servicing Malibu

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Malibu. 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 Malibu. Reviews last updated April 9, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Chicago to Malibu 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,337 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,337 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,337 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,555 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,337 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,563 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,337 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,606 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,337 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
2,995 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,337 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Malibu?

    A quick flight from Chicago to Malibu can take about 7h 15m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $219. Airlines will cover a distance of 1740 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Chicago to Malibu are Frontier ($54), Spirit Airlines ($59), and American Airlines ($99).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Malibu?

    Consider Austrian Airlines (89%), Air China (84%) or Air New Zealand (84%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Malibu.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Malibu?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Chicago to Malibu? While on average our users pay $943, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $91. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Los Angeles), is priced around $105.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Malibu?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Malibu 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 Malibu?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Malibu (average of $80). Flying from Chicago to Malibu in March is currently the most expensive (average of $167). 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 Malibu

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Malibu. 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 April 9, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$69Average$174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$83Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$128Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$139Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$174Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$192Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$199Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$213Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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