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$109+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Berkeley, CA

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The best prices from Chicago to Berkeley are usually found in April or September, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Berkeley (B9R). 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 diciembre 23, 2024.

Round-trip from

$207
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$109
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$367
From Chicago (CHI) to Berkeley
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Berkeley
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Berkeley
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Berkeley. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on diciembre 23, 2024.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
mié. 12/2510:00 amORD - SFO
1 stop14h 51mMultiple Airlines
vie. 1/1010:53 amSFO - ORD
1 stop6h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$300
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/2310:04 pmMDW - SFO
1 stop28h 17mFrontier
jue. 1/169:10 pmSFO - MDW
1 stop25h 07mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$310
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
mar. 12/246:55 amORD - SFO
1 stop19h 26mFrontier
lun. 12/306:00 amSFO - ORD
1 stop15h 46mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$362
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
mar. 12/317:00 amORD - SFO
1 stop9h 48mDelta
sáb. 1/115:30 amSFO - ORD
1 stop6h 42mDelta
Deal found 12/21$377
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mar. 12/319:00 pmORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 59mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 1/115:20 amSFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$379
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mar. 12/2412:45 pmORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 50mUnited Airlines
mar. 12/314:55 pmSFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$404
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dom. 12/226:56 pmORD - SFO
Nonstop5h 03mAlaska Airlines
mié. 1/1511:00 amSFO - ORD
1 stop24h 07mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/21$412
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mié. 12/2510:00 amORD - SFO
1 stop14h 51mSun Country Air
dom. 1/56:00 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop22h 05mSun Country Air
Deal found 12/22$415
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
mié. 12/251:45 pmORD - SFO
2 stops10h 05mSouthwest
sáb. 1/116:55 amSFO - ORD
1 stop10h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/21$427
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mié. 12/256:00 amMDW - SFO
1 stop8h 55mDelta
mar. 12/3112:00 pmSFO - MDW
1 stop8h 06mDelta
Deal found 12/22$452
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/254:50 pmMDW - SFO
Nonstop4h 40mSouthwest
mar. 12/3110:20 amSFO - MDW
1 stop7h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/22$504
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mar. 12/249:41 amMDW - SFO
3 stops27h 05mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 1/412:33 pmSFO - MDW
2 stops26h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$1,413

Find flights from Chicago to Berkeley within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Berkeley 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 diciembre 23, 2024.

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ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 2/20

8:45 am-11:40 am

Nonstop4h 55m

San Francisco

mar. 2/25

5:05 pm-11:31 pm

Nonstop4h 26m

$207

ChicagoSan Francisco

MDW - SFO

MDWSFO

Chicago Midway

lun. 1/13

7:15 am-12:46 pm

1 stop7h 31m

San Francisco

dom. 1/19

11:23 am-10:22 pm

1 stop8h 59m

$208

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 1/15

12:39 pm-3:28 pm

Nonstop4h 49m

San Francisco

sáb. 1/18

5:20 am-11:36 am

Nonstop4h 16m

$208

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 1/10

7:25 am-12:11 am

1 stop18h 46m

San Francisco

dom. 1/12

6:05 am-12:35 am

1 stop16h 30m

$210

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 2/13

7:00 pm-10:10 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

San Francisco

dom. 2/16

7:59 pm-5:05 am

1 stop7h 06m

$212

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 1/24

6:55 pm-9:54 pm

Nonstop4h 59m

San Francisco

mar. 1/28

8:20 am-5:59 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$216

ChicagoSan Francisco

MDW - SFO

MDWSFO

Chicago Midway

jue. 2/6

4:45 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop4h 55m

San Francisco

lun. 2/10

6:15 am-12:25 pm

Nonstop4h 10m

$218

ChicagoSan Francisco

MDW - SFO

MDWSFO

Chicago Midway

sáb. 1/18

11:19 am-6:15 pm

1 stop8h 56m

San Francisco

lun. 1/20

12:40 am-9:39 am

1 stop6h 59m

$256

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 1/11

4:58 pm-11:22 pm

1 stop8h 24m

San Francisco

mié. 2/19

1:30 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$256

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 2/24

1:45 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops11h 05m

San Francisco

vie. 2/28

7:50 pm-10:00 am

1 stop12h 10m

$261

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Berkeley

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Berkeley. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Berkeley is 88 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 Berkeley?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Berkeley (average of $276). Flying from Chicago to Berkeley in June is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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 B9R?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Berkeley. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated diciembre 23, 2024.

When flying from Chicago to Berkeley, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Berkeley

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Berkeley. 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 diciembre 23, 2024.

The most flights from CHI to B9R are scheduled on a Sunday (78 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (41 on average).

Rainfall in Berkeley by month

Plan your trip to Berkeley by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Berkeley ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Berkeley when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Berkeley by month

Plan your trip to Berkeley by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Berkeley, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Berkeley

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Berkeley. 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 Berkeley. Reviews last updated diciembre 23, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Alaska Airlines and American Airlines from Chicago to Berkeley by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

8.0
Very good
9,549 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

7.4
Good
9,022 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Related info for your journey

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Chicago to Berkeley are Southwest ($109), United Airlines ($109), and American Airlines ($110).

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Berkeley are Air China (100%), ANA (97%) and United Airlines (83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Berkeley?

    While on average a flight from Chicago to Berkeley is generally $929, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $118. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $178 for that flight.

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Berkeley (average of $276). Flying from Chicago to Berkeley in June is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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 Berkeley

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Berkeley. 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 diciembre 23, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$90Average$215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$133Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$140Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$174Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$178Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$242Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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