San Clemente

$81+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to San Clemente, CA

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CHI — LAX
May 1 — May 81
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to San Clemente
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to San Clemente. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 1, 2026.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/39:07 pm
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LAX
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Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/511:59 pm
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ORD
Nonstop4h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$153
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/187:21 pm
ORD
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LAX
Nonstop4h 45m
Frontier
Sun 4/1911:59 pm
LAX
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ORD
Nonstop4h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 3/27$154
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/217:30 am
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Nonstop4h 26m
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Fri 5/111:36 pm
LAX
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ORD
Nonstop4h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$155
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/147:21 pm
ORD
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LAX
Nonstop4h 45m
Frontier
Wed 4/2211:36 pm
LAX
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ORD
Nonstop4h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$156
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/156:16 pm
ORD
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LAX
1 stop7h 37m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 4/1711:35 pm
LAX
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ORD
Nonstop4h 00m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/30$157
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/98:56 pm
ORD
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LAX
Nonstop4h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/2111:40 pm
LAX
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ORD
Nonstop3h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$158
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/257:21 pm
ORD
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LAX
Nonstop4h 45m
Frontier
Tue 4/288:00 am
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ORD
1 stop6h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$159
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/26:00 am
MDW
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LAX
1 stop8h 56m
Frontier
Mon 5/1111:20 pm
LAX
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MDW
1 stop9h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$160
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/255:50 am
ORD
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LAX
1 stop9h 06m
Frontier
Wed 4/295:11 pm
LAX
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ORD
1 stop10h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$160
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/234:15 pm
MDW
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LAX
1 stop10h 09m
Frontier
Sat 5/29:04 pm
LAX
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MDW
1 stop8h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 3/28$161
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/289:07 pm
ORD
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LAX
Nonstop4h 40m
Frontier
Sat 6/66:30 am
LAX
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ORD
1 stop12h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$161
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/289:07 pm
ORD
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LAX
Nonstop4h 40m
Frontier
Sat 6/138:56 pm
LAX
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ORD
1 stop21h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30$162

Find flight deals from Chicago to San Clemente

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to San Clemente flight deals. Data was last updated April 1, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$153
(Priceline)

One-way from

$81
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$277
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From Chicago (CHI) to San Clemente
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to San Clemente
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($48 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to San Clemente 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 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to San Clemente that are best for you.

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ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Sat 4/25

6:00 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/2

5:40 am-11:40 am

Nonstop4h 00m

$241

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Thu 4/23

9:45 pm-12:10 am

Nonstop4h 25m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/2

8:45 am-2:45 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

$241

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/5

10:30 am-5:25 pm

2 stops8h 55m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/9

6:00 am-2:20 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$245

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/5

4:50 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Los Angeles

Thu 5/7

5:20 am-3:30 pm

2 stops8h 10m

$245

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Thu 4/30

9:45 pm-12:10 am

Nonstop4h 25m

Los Angeles

Thu 5/7

10:40 am-5:55 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$247

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/28

7:30 am-1:00 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/5

5:15 am-11:15 am

Nonstop4h 00m

$251

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Tue 5/12

7:55 am-1:40 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/19

5:15 am-11:15 am

Nonstop4h 00m

$251

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Thu 4/23

6:38 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop7h 12m

Los Angeles

Wed 4/29

11:59 pm-8:46 am

1 stop6h 47m

$261

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/2

6:55 am-12:10 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/5

2:20 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops7h 00m

$266

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/2

10:05 am-3:15 pm

2 stops7h 10m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/13

8:10 pm-5:00 am

1 stop6h 50m

$266

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to San Clemente

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to San Clemente

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to San Clemente. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to San Clemente is 51 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 San Clemente?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to San Clemente (average of $67). Flying from Chicago to San Clemente in March is currently the most expensive (average of $166). 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 CL3?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to San Clemente. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 1, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago to San Clemente in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 16% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to San Clemente?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to San Clemente. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to San Clemente

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to San Clemente. 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 1, 2026.

The most flights from CHI to CL3 are scheduled on a Monday (112 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (59 on average).

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

Reviews of airlines servicing San Clemente

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Clemente. 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 San Clemente. Reviews last updated April 1, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Chicago to San Clemente by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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.

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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.

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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.

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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.

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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.

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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 San Clemente. 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 San Clemente?

    There are many flights that can get you from Chicago to San Clemente in 4h 25m. Fly via Southwest or United Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 1746 mi between Chicago and San Clemente. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $54. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago to San Clemente for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to San Clemente?

    Before booking your flight to San Clemente from Chicago, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Austrian Airlines (88%), Japan Airlines (84%), Aer Lingus( 80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to San Clemente?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to San Clemente is $75. On average you can expect to pay $906. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $85.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to San Clemente?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to San Clemente 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 San Clemente?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to San Clemente (average of $67). Flying from Chicago to San Clemente in March is currently the most expensive (average of $166). 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 San Clemente

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to San Clemente. 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 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$69Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$83Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$128Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$138Average$240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$139Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$157Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$157Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$167Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$177Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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