Riverside

$83+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Riverside, CA

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CHI — LAX
Jul 30 — Aug 61
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Riverside are usually found in September or August, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Riverside

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to Riverside flight deals. Data was last updated July 25, 2025.

Round-trip from

$146
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$83
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$275
From Chicago (CHI) to Riverside
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Riverside
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($29 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

Find flight deals from Chicago to Riverside

Cheapest flights from Chicago to Riverside
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Riverside. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 25, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Sat 8/96:10 amORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/167:58 pmLAX - ORD
1 stop6h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23$146
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Mon 8/116:40 amORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 28mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/137:58 pmLAX - ORD
1 stop6h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$147
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/286:20 amORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 29mFrontier
Fri 9/54:21 pmLAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 22mFrontier
Deal found 7/22$149
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Sat 8/238:50 pmMDW - LAX
Nonstop4h 20mSouthwest
Sat 8/3011:15 pmLAX - MDW
Nonstop3h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 7/24$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 8/236:17 pmMDW - LAX
1 stop7h 17mDelta
Sat 8/309:03 amLAX - MDW
1 stop7h 34mDelta
Deal found 7/24$217
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Tue 7/2911:39 amMDW - LAX
1 stop12h 01mFrontier
Sat 8/26:15 amLAX - MDW
1 stop12h 39mFrontier
Deal found 7/23$238

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Riverside 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 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Riverside that are best for you.

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Chicago

Fly to

Riverside

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/9

6:10 am-8:39 am

Nonstop4h 29m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/16

7:58 pm-4:50 am

1 stop6h 52m

$146

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/11

6:40 am-9:08 am

Nonstop4h 28m

Los Angeles

Wed 8/13

7:58 pm-4:50 am

1 stop6h 52m

$147

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/28

6:20 am-8:49 am

Nonstop4h 29m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/7

4:21 pm-10:43 pm

Nonstop4h 22m

$149

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/23

8:50 pm-11:10 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/30

11:15 pm-5:10 am

Nonstop3h 55m

$197

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/23

6:17 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop7h 17m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/30

9:03 am-6:37 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$217

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Tue 7/29

11:39 am-9:40 pm

1 stop12h 01m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/2

6:15 am-8:54 pm

1 stop12h 39m

$238

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/3

6:21 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$83

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/9

6:10 am-8:39 am

Nonstop4h 29m

$84

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/23

8:50 pm-11:10 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

$99

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/8

2:35 pm-5:03 pm

Nonstop4h 28m

$99

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Deals found on 7/24

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Riverside

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Riverside

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Riverside. Price data was last updated on July 18, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Riverside is 63 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 Chicago to Riverside?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Riverside (average of $246). Flying from Chicago to Riverside in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 R1V?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Riverside. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 25, 2025.

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

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Riverside. Price data was last updated on July 20, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Riverside

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Riverside. 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 25, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to R1V are scheduled on a Thursday (133 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (63 on average).

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Riverside

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Riverside. 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 Riverside. Reviews last updated July 25, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Chicago to Riverside. 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.

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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 Riverside one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Chicago to Riverside are Spirit Airlines ($83), Frontier ($84), and Southwest ($99).

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago to Riverside consider choosing Asiana Airlines (93%), Austrian Airlines (90%) or Brussels Airlines (90%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Riverside?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Chicago to Riverside? While on average our users pay $1,732, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $82. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Los Angeles), is priced around $111.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Riverside (average of $246). Flying from Chicago to Riverside in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 Chicago to Riverside

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Riverside. 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 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$78Average$214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$88Average$201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Allegiant AirCheapest$95Average$130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Sun Country AirCheapest$147Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$167Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$188Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$192Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$210Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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