Big Bear Lake

$76+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Big Bear Lake, CA

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CHI — LAX
Apr 30 — May 71
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Big Bear Lake are usually found in September or October, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Big Bear Lake

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to Big Bear Lake flight deals. Data was last updated April 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$146
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$76
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$288
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From Chicago (CHI) to Big Bear Lake
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Big Bear Lake
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($24 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Sat 6/146:10 amORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 33mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/176:30 amLAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$146
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Sat 5/178:37 amORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 31mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/266:52 pmLAX - ORD
1 stop14h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$150
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/286:10 amORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 34mFrontier
Mon 6/24:46 pmLAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 19mFrontier
Deal found 4/24$160
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/212:12 pmMDW - LAX
1 stop9h 23mFrontier
Sat 5/2410:52 amLAX - MDW
1 stop8h 01mFrontier
Deal found 4/24$178
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Tue 7/19:30 pmMDW - LAX
Nonstop4h 25mSouthwest
Wed 7/25:15 amLAX - MDW
Nonstop4h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 4/24$215
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/26:22 pmORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 32mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/82:01 pmLAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$218
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Sat 5/108:00 pmORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 42mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/174:20 pmLAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$225
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 7/19:24 amMDW - LAX
1 stop8h 57mDelta
Tue 7/111:30 pmLAX - MDW
1 stop7h 14mDelta
Deal found 4/25$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 6/311:05 amORD - LAX
1 stop7h 34mDelta
Tue 6/312:59 amLAX - ORD
1 stop6h 52mDelta
Deal found 4/25$257
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Thu 6/56:17 pmORD - LAX
1 stop6h 27mSun Country Air
Thu 6/1211:55 pmLAX - ORD
1 stop15h 20mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/25$270
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/93:49 pmMDW - LAX
1 stop23h 39mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/1510:10 pmLAX - MDW
2 stops22h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$304

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

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Chicago

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Big Bear Lake

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/14

6:10 am-8:43 am

Nonstop4h 33m

Los Angeles

Tue 6/17

6:30 am-12:38 pm

Nonstop4h 08m

$146

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/17

9:02 pm-6:51 am

1 stop11h 49m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/24

12:41 am-6:42 am

Nonstop4h 01m

$150

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/28

6:10 am-8:44 am

Nonstop4h 34m

Los Angeles

Mon 6/2

4:46 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop4h 19m

$160

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/21

2:12 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop9h 23m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/24

10:52 am-8:53 pm

1 stop8h 01m

$178

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Tue 7/1

9:30 pm-11:55 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

Los Angeles

Fri 7/4

10:55 pm-5:00 am

Nonstop4h 05m

$215

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/2

6:22 pm-8:54 pm

Nonstop4h 32m

Los Angeles

Tue 7/8

2:01 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop4h 24m

$218

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/10

9:55 am-12:30 pm

Nonstop4h 35m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/17

5:48 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop4h 11m

$225

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Tue 7/1

9:21 am-2:55 pm

1 stop7h 34m

Los Angeles

Thu 7/3

11:30 pm-8:44 am

1 stop7h 14m

$257

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/3

11:05 am-4:39 pm

1 stop7h 34m

Los Angeles

Tue 6/3

12:59 am-9:51 am

1 stop6h 52m

$257

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Fri 5/9

3:49 pm-1:28 pm

1 stop23h 39m

Los Angeles

Thu 5/15

10:10 pm-10:13 pm

2 stops22h 03m

$304

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Big Bear Lake

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Big Bear Lake

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Big Bear Lake?

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

Booking 68 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Big Bear Lake. 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 Big Bear Lake?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Big Bear Lake (average of $246). Flying from Chicago to Big Bear Lake in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 BB9?

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

When flying from Chicago to Big Bear Lake, 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 Big Bear Lake?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Big Bear Lake. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Big Bear Lake flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings 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 Big Bear Lake

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Big Bear Lake. 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 25, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to BB9 are scheduled on a Friday (116 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (58 on average).

Rainfall in Big Bear Lake by month

Plan your trip to Big Bear Lake by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Big Bear Lake ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Big Bear Lake when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Big Bear Lake by month

Plan your trip to Big Bear Lake by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Big Bear Lake, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Big Bear Lake

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Big Bear Lake. 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 Big Bear Lake. Reviews last updated April 25, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Chicago to Big Bear Lake. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Big Bear Lake one-way?

    $76 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and American Airlines, with prices starting from $80 and $100, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Big Bear Lake?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago to Big Bear Lake consider choosing ANA (91%), Air China (89%) or Asiana Airlines (88%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Big Bear Lake?

    While on average a flight from Chicago to Big Bear Lake is generally $862, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $75. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $101 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Big Bear Lake that include hotel bookings?

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Big Bear Lake?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Big Bear Lake (average of $246). Flying from Chicago to Big Bear Lake in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 Big Bear Lake

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Big Bear Lake. 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 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$49Average$133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$78Average$194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$90Average$237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$137Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Sun Country AirCheapest$147Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$204Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$206Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$222Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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