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$85+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA to Chicago (CHI)

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The best prices from Irvine to Chicago are usually found in January or February, booked 30 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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Round-trip from

$169
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One-way from

$85
(Trip.com)

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Average price

$349
From Irvine to Chicago (CHI)
One-way flight from Irvine to Chicago (CHI)
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Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
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Cheapest flights from Irvine to Chicago
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Wed 12/256:30 amLAX - ORD
1 stop15h 16mFrontier
Sun 1/58:34 pmORD - LAX
1 stop25h 57mFrontier
Deal found 12/18$169
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Tue 12/314:41 pmLAX - MDW
1 stop5h 46mFrontier
Fri 1/38:27 pmMDW - LAX
1 stop14h 08mFrontier
Deal found 12/18$175
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Wed 12/256:30 amLAX - ORD
1 stop15h 16mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/88:55 pmORD - LAX
1 stop12h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$175
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Mon 12/3012:55 amLAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 03mSpirit Airlines
Wed 1/86:15 amORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/18$240
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Tue 12/3112:27 amLAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 10mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/149:45 amORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/18$295
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Wed 12/254:35 pmLAX - MDW
Nonstop3h 55mSouthwest
Fri 1/318:35 pmMDW - LAX
Nonstop4h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/18$315
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Tue 12/315:45 amLAX - ORD
1 stop8h 55mDelta
Wed 1/86:15 amORD - LAX
1 stop9h 35mDelta
Deal found 12/18$333
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Sat 12/288:36 pmLAX - RFD
1 stop13h 14mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/212:40 pmRFD - LAX
1 stop13h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$561

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Wed 12/25

6:30 am-11:46 pm

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/5

8:34 pm-8:31 pm

1 stop25h 57m

$169

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Los Angeles

Tue 2/4

4:18 pm-5:31 am

1 stop11h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/7

6:20 am-1:58 pm

1 stop9h 38m

$170

Los AngelesChicago

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LAXORD

Los Angeles

Thu 1/9

11:52 pm-5:55 am

Nonstop4h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/13

9:18 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop4h 41m

$172

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Los Angeles

Fri 1/17

4:16 pm-12:17 am

1 stop6h 01m

Chicago Midway

Fri 1/24

12:43 pm-7:38 am

1 stop20h 55m

$173

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LAX - MDW

LAXMDW

Los Angeles

Sat 1/25

6:00 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

Chicago Midway

Tue 1/28

8:35 pm-11:20 pm

Nonstop4h 45m

$180

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Wed 5/21

2:24 pm-8:08 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

Chicago Greater Rockford

Wed 5/28

8:58 pm-11:07 pm

Nonstop4h 09m

$207

Los AngelesChicago

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LAXORD

Los Angeles

Sat 1/11

7:40 am-1:49 pm

Nonstop4h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/18

5:40 pm-8:15 pm

Nonstop4h 35m

$225

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LAX - MDW

LAXMDW

Los Angeles

Tue 2/4

10:30 pm-8:51 am

1 stop8h 21m

Chicago Midway

Thu 2/6

6:00 am-12:50 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$252

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Wed 1/8

2:05 pm-12:11 am

1 stop8h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/11

7:15 am-4:46 pm

1 stop11h 31m

$256

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Tue 2/11

10:14 am-11:59 pm

2 stops11h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/15

7:00 pm-7:31 am

1 stop14h 31m

$260

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Travel insights for flights from Irvine to Chicago

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Irvine to Chicago. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Irvine to Chicago, you should look to book at least 30 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 Irvine to Chicago?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Chicago (average of $232). Flying from Irvine to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 IR9 to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 19, 2024.

When flying from Irvine to Chicago, 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 Irvine to Chicago?

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Irvine to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Irvine to Chicago. 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 December 19, 2024.

The most flights from IR9 to CHI are scheduled on a Wednesday (103 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in Chicago by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, 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 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated December 19, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Frontier, Delta and Southwest from Irvine to Chicago have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Irvine to Chicago one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Irvine to Chicago are Frontier ($85), Spirit Airlines ($86), and Southwest ($90).

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

    Before booking your flight to Chicago from Irvine, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Brussels Airlines (95%), Emirates (95%), Fiji Airways( 91%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Irvine to Chicago?

    The cheapest flight price from Irvine to Chicago is $105. On average you can expect to pay $922. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $105.

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Chicago (average of $232). Flying from Irvine to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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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Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Irvine to Chicago. 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 December 19, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$49Average$120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$82Average$214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$105Average$204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$149Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$182Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$185Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$199Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$221Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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