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$125+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Joshua Tree, CA

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — SNA
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Joshua Tree

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Round-trip from

$289
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$125
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$438
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Joshua Tree
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Joshua Tree. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 10/212:00 pmORD - PSP
1 stop10h 47mAlaska Airlines
Fri 10/241:40 pmPSP - ORD
1 stop8h 19mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/17$289
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Fri 10/35:10 amMDW - PSP
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Mon 10/611:05 amPSP - MDW
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 4/17$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/711:45 amORD - PSP
1 stop6h 10mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/1412:31 pmPSP - ORD
Nonstop3h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$291
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/67:20 pmORD - PSP
1 stop23h 28mSun Country Air
Sun 11/95:48 pmPSP - ORD
1 stop14h 57mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/17$295
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Sat 5/175:30 amORD - PSP
2 stops12h 58mDelta
Sat 5/2412:24 pmPSP - ORD
1 stop7h 16mDelta
Deal found 4/17$303
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/511:00 amORD - PSP
1 stop8h 17mHawaiian Airlines
Thu 5/82:07 pmPSP - ORD
1 stop7h 52mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/17$313
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Sat 6/289:21 amMDW - PSP
2 stops9h 12mDelta
Thu 7/35:13 pmPSP - MDW
2 stops13h 28mDelta
Deal found 4/17$323
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Fri 10/39:20 amORD - PSP
Nonstop4h 17mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/66:30 pmPSP - ORD
1 stop9h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$326
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Wed 5/76:15 amORD - PSP
2 stops13h 15mSouthwest
Tue 5/133:05 pmPSP - ORD
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 4/17$331
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Thu 5/17:10 amORD - PSP
2 stops36h 04mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/45:48 pmPSP - ORD
1 stop23h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$361

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Joshua Tree 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 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Joshua Tree that are best for you.

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Joshua Tree

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ChicagoPalm Springs

ORD - PSP

ORDPSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/9

3:45 pm-8:44 pm

1 stop6h 59m

Palm Springs

Sun 5/11

6:00 am-2:49 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$289

ChicagoPalm Springs

ORD - PSP

ORDPSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/7

11:45 am-3:55 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Palm Springs

Wed 5/14

12:31 pm-6:29 pm

Nonstop3h 58m

$291

ChicagoPalm Springs

ORD - PSP

ORDPSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/2

3:44 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop9h 10m

Palm Springs

Wed 5/7

7:11 pm-6:05 am

1 stop8h 54m

$294

ChicagoPalm Springs

ORD - PSP

ORDPSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/17

5:30 am-4:28 pm

2 stops12h 58m

Palm Springs

Sat 5/24

12:24 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop7h 16m

$303

ChicagoPalm Springs

ORD - PSP

ORDPSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/5

11:00 am-5:17 pm

1 stop8h 17m

Palm Springs

Thu 5/8

2:07 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 52m

$313

ChicagoPalm Springs

MDW - PSP

MDWPSP

Chicago Midway

Sat 6/28

9:21 am-4:33 pm

2 stops9h 12m

Palm Springs

Thu 7/3

5:13 pm-8:41 am

2 stops13h 28m

$323

ChicagoPalm Springs

ORD - PSP

ORDPSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/7

6:15 am-5:30 pm

2 stops13h 15m

Palm Springs

Tue 5/13

3:05 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$331

ChicagoPalm Springs

ORD - PSP

ORDPSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/27

8:15 am-5:04 pm

1 stop10h 49m

Palm Springs

Thu 5/1

6:00 pm-7:09 pm

1 stop23h 09m

$345

ChicagoPalm Springs

ORD - PSP

ORDPSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/1

7:10 am-5:14 pm

2 stops36h 04m

Palm Springs

Sun 5/4

5:48 pm-7:09 pm

1 stop23h 21m

$361

ChicagoPalm Springs

MDW - PSP

MDWPSP

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/31

5:05 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Palm Springs

Sat 6/14

5:00 am-4:30 pm

1 stop9h 30m

$369

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Joshua Tree

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Joshua Tree from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Joshua Tree

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Joshua Tree. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

Booking 55 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Joshua Tree. 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 Joshua Tree?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Joshua Tree (average of $298). Flying from Chicago to Joshua Tree in June is currently the most expensive (average of $409). 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 JO9?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Joshua Tree. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 17, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Chicago to Joshua Tree as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Joshua Tree?

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Joshua Tree

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Joshua Tree. 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 17, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to JO9 are scheduled on a Monday (23 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

Rainfall in Joshua Tree by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Joshua Tree ranges from 0.1 - 1.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 1.0 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Joshua Tree when rainfall is around 0.1 in.

Temperature in Joshua Tree by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Joshua Tree, 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 93.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 55.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Joshua Tree

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Joshua Tree. 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 Joshua Tree. Reviews last updated April 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Chicago to Joshua Tree have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,380 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Joshua Tree. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Alaska Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $125. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Hawaiian Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago to Joshua Tree for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Joshua Tree?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago to Joshua Tree consider choosing Brussels Airlines (89%), United Airlines (87%) or Air Canada (86%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Joshua Tree?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $167. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Palm Springs) can be booked for $241 on average our data indicates $862 when flying from Chicago to Joshua Tree.

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

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

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Joshua Tree.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Joshua Tree 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 Joshua Tree?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Joshua Tree (average of $298). Flying from Chicago to Joshua Tree in June is currently the most expensive (average of $409). 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 Joshua Tree

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Joshua Tree. 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 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$99Average$220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$109Average$190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$231Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$246Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$256Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$256Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$277Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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