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$79+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Irvine, CA

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CHI — LAX
Nov 26 — Dec 31
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The best prices from Chicago to Irvine are usually found in September or October, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Saturday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Irvine (IR9). 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

$154
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One-way from

$79
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Best time to find cheap flights, 23% potential price drop
From Chicago (CHI) to Irvine
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Irvine
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Sat 12/214:21 pmORD - LAX
1 stop18h 14mFrontier
Wed 12/258:09 pmLAX - ORD
1 stop21h 25mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$154
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Tue 12/108:15 amMDW - LAX
1 stop18h 17mFrontier
Fri 12/134:20 pmLAX - MDW
1 stop5h 53mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$155
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Tue 12/109:10 pmORD - LAX
2 stops18h 35mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/176:00 amLAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/20$155
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1 stop14h 47mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/189:33 pmLAX - ORD
1 stop5h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$157
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Thu 11/2812:39 pmMDW - LAX
1 stop10h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/28:58 pmLAX - MDW
2 stops49h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$253
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Tue 12/108:40 pmMDW - LAX
Nonstop4h 30mSouthwest
Tue 12/171:35 pmLAX - MDW
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 11/19$263
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Sat 12/145:50 pmMDW - LAX
1 stop7h 03mDelta
Mon 12/1611:59 pmLAX - MDW
1 stop7h 51mDelta
Deal found 11/20$267

Find flights from Chicago to Irvine within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Irvine 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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Chicago Midway

Fri 2/7

6:40 am-5:02 pm

1 stop12h 22m

Los Angeles

Sat 2/15

9:13 pm-12:17 am

1 stop25h 04m

$154

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/1

6:15 am-8:53 am

Nonstop4h 38m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/8

9:30 pm-5:27 pm

1 stop17h 57m

$154

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/10

7:33 am-9:37 pm

2 stops16h 04m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/11

2:45 pm-5:30 am

1 stop12h 45m

$156

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/1

6:00 am-8:35 am

1 stop28h 35m

Los Angeles

Sun 1/5

8:09 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop25h 37m

$163

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/26

6:10 pm-9:03 pm

Nonstop4h 53m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/1

2:16 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop4h 09m

$169

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Wed 1/8

8:35 pm-11:20 pm

Nonstop4h 45m

Los Angeles

Sat 1/11

6:00 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

$170

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/6

3:20 pm-5:53 pm

Nonstop4h 33m

Los Angeles

Thu 2/13

1:38 pm-7:38 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

$233

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Wed 1/8

9:34 am-3:05 pm

1 stop7h 31m

Los Angeles

Fri 1/10

9:30 am-5:47 pm

1 stop6h 17m

$256

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/28

7:20 am-12:44 pm

1 stop7h 24m

Los Angeles

Fri 1/31

9:56 am-6:23 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$256

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/9

3:35 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop8h 51m

Los Angeles

Tue 1/14

5:32 pm-1:07 pm

2 stops17h 35m

$290

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Irvine

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

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

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Irvine is 86 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 Irvine?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Irvine (average of $240). Flying from Chicago to Irvine in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 IR9?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Irvine. 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 Irvine, 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 Irvine?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Irvine 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 Chicago to Irvine

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Irvine. 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 IR9 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 (64 on average).

Rainfall in Irvine by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Irvine 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 Irvine when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Irvine by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Irvine, 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 Irvine

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Irvine. 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 Irvine. Reviews last updated November 21, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Frontier, Spirit Airlines and Southwest from Chicago to Irvine have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

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

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

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

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

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

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

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

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

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.

7.3
Good
2,811 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

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.

Related info for your journey

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $79. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago to Irvine for a low price.

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

    Before booking your flight to Irvine from Chicago, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Japan Airlines (93%), Austrian Airlines (91%), Brussels Airlines( 90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Irvine?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Chicago to Irvine? While on average our users pay $890, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $80. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Los Angeles), is priced around $95.

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Irvine (average of $240). Flying from Chicago to Irvine in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$54Average$162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$89Average$262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$112Average$215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$136Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$137Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$207Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$222Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sun Country AirCheapest$249Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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