Chico

$97+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Chico, CA

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CHI — SMF
Nov 26 — Dec 31
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The best prices from Chicago to Chico are usually found in April or January, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Chico

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Chico (CH1). 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 November 21, 2024.

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Round-trip from

$214
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$98
(Frontier)
High demand for flights, 15% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 13% potential price drop
From Chicago (CHI) to Chico
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Chico
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Chico. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Thu 12/59:53 pmORD - SMF
1 stop16h 51mSpirit Airlines
Sat 12/76:36 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop8h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/20$215
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Fri 12/68:25 pmORD - SMF
1 stop17h 16mFrontier
Sun 12/812:38 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop10h 01mFrontier
Deal found 11/21$216
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Fri 12/209:54 pmORD - SMF
1 stop13h 47mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/2611:24 amSMF - ORD
1 stop16h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$236
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/512:43 pmMDW - SMF
1 stop21h 59mFrontier
Sun 12/86:16 pmSMF - MDW
1 stop15h 32mFrontier
Deal found 11/21$238
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/242:01 pmORD - SMF
1 stop20h 35mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/16:00 amSMF - ORD
1 stop20h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/20$393
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Tue 12/178:10 pmORD - SMF
Nonstop4h 47mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/242:35 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop6h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$404
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Tue 12/177:14 pmMDW - SMF
1 stop6h 19mDelta
Tue 12/246:15 amSMF - MDW
1 stop8h 56mDelta
Deal found 11/19$413
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/258:30 pmORD - SMF
Nonstop4h 54mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/57:23 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop7h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/21$441
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/244:20 pmMDW - SMF
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Wed 1/81:30 pmSMF - MDW
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$453
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Tue 11/2612:31 pmMDW - SMF
2 stops14h 13mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/275:15 amSMF - MDW
3 stops27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$830

Find flights from Chicago to Chico within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Chico 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/1

9:54 pm-9:41 am

1 stop13h 47m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/11

9:16 pm-5:30 am

1 stop6h 14m

$214

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 12/6

8:25 pm-11:41 am

1 stop17h 16m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 12/8

12:38 pm-12:39 am

1 stop10h 01m

$216

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/5

9:54 pm-9:41 am

1 stop13h 47m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 1/12

12:43 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop23h 37m

$223

ChicagoSacramento

MDW - SMF

MDWSMF

Chicago Midway

Sun 1/5

8:41 pm-9:41 am

1 stop15h 00m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 1/12

12:28 pm-8:14 pm

2 stops29h 46m

$226

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/8

7:00 am-2:15 pm

1 stop9h 15m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/5

2:55 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$275

ChicagoSacramento

MDW - SMF

MDWSMF

Chicago Midway

Thu 12/5

7:15 am-11:41 am

1 stop6h 26m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 12/9

12:24 pm-12:13 am

1 stop9h 49m

$278

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/6

7:45 am-11:33 pm

1 stop17h 48m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 3/9

8:12 am-5:53 am

1 stop19h 41m

$297

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/25

8:30 pm-11:24 pm

Nonstop4h 54m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 12/31

12:25 am-6:34 am

Nonstop4h 09m

$391

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/17

8:55 am-11:42 am

Nonstop4h 47m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 12/24

7:00 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop4h 10m

$394

ChicagoSacramento

MDW - SMF

MDWSMF

Chicago Midway

Tue 2/11

8:30 am-11:10 am

Nonstop4h 40m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 2/16

12:15 pm-6:10 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$402

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Chico

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Chico

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Chicago to Chico including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Chico. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to Chico may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 66 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Chico (average of $287). Flying from Chicago to Chico in June is currently the most expensive (average of $442). 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 CH1?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Chico. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

When flying from Chicago to Chico, 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 Chico?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Chico. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Chico

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Chico. 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 November 21, 2024.

The most flights from CHI to CH1 are scheduled on a Thursday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in Chico by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chico ranges from 0.0 - 3.6 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Chico when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Chico by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chico, 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 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chico

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chico. 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 Chico. Reviews last updated November 21, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Spirit Airlines and Frontier from Chicago to Chico by reading reviews from past customers. 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.
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

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
5,005 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

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
9,464 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

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
8,755 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

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
9,172 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

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
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

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.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $98 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $99 and Delta from $143 one-way.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Chicago to Chico on time: Qatar Airways (92%), United Airlines (92%), Air Canada (91%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Chico?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Chicago to Chico? While on average our users pay $649, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $210. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Sacramento Intl), is priced around $149.

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Chico (average of $287). Flying from Chicago to Chico in June is currently the most expensive (average of $442). 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 Chico

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$82Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$152Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$214Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$233Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$266Average$589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$305Average$505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$371Average$527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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