Modesto

$99+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Modesto, CA

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CHI — SFO
Apr 29 — May 61
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Modesto are usually found in September or February, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Modesto

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to Modesto flight deals. Data was last updated April 24, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$205
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$99
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$289
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From Chicago (CHI) to Modesto
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Modesto
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($24 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Modesto
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Modesto. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/79:59 amMDW - SFO
1 stop13h 27mFrontier
Mon 6/95:45 amSFO - MDW
1 stop7h 11mFrontier
Deal found 4/23$205
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/77:59 pmORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/96:37 amSFO - ORD
1 stop15h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$205
This iWofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 iWofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/77:59 pmORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 50mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 6/912:33 pmSFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 26mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/21$206
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 7/15:15 amMDW - SFO
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Wed 7/97:45 pmSFO - MDW
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 4/23$207
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/77:59 pmORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 50mAlaska Airlines
Mon 6/912:33 pmSFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 26mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/21$207
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Sat 5/173:16 pmORD - SFO
1 stop9h 06mFrontier
Tue 5/2710:19 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop14h 03mFrontier
Deal found 4/23$210
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 7/156:55 pmORD - SFO
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Tue 7/2910:45 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop12h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 4/22$222
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 6/75:36 pmORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 39mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/911:55 pmSFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$228
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 6/211:47 pmMDW - SFO
1 stop9h 38mDelta
Tue 6/2412:49 amSFO - MDW
1 stop5h 55mDelta
Deal found 4/23$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Fri 6/206:15 pmORD - SFO
1 stop8h 05mDelta
Sun 8/310:45 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop6h 37mDelta
Deal found 4/22$257
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/167:20 amORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 51mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/2012:10 amSFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$264
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Wed 6/2511:50 amORD - SFO
1 stop7h 24mSun Country Air
Sat 6/2811:59 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop17h 18mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/22$275

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Modesto 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 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Modesto that are best for you.

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Chicago

Fly to

Modesto

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoSan Francisco

MDW - SFO

MDWSFO

Chicago Midway

Sat 6/7

9:59 am-9:26 pm

1 stop13h 27m

San Francisco

Mon 6/9

5:45 am-2:56 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$205

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/7

7:59 pm-10:49 pm

Nonstop4h 50m

San Francisco

Mon 6/9

6:37 am-11:59 pm

1 stop15h 22m

$205

ChicagoSan Francisco

MDW - SFO

MDWSFO

Chicago Midway

Tue 7/1

5:15 am-9:25 am

1 stop6h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 7/9

7:45 pm-5:00 am

1 stop7h 15m

$207

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/16

4:25 pm-7:15 pm

Nonstop4h 50m

San Francisco

Mon 5/19

12:10 am-6:30 am

Nonstop4h 20m

$207

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/29

11:57 am-10:31 pm

1 stop12h 34m

San Francisco

Mon 5/5

11:50 pm-4:41 pm

1 stop14h 51m

$208

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/24

7:59 pm-10:49 pm

Nonstop4h 50m

San Francisco

Fri 5/30

7:49 pm-5:40 am

1 stop7h 51m

$215

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/7

6:45 am-9:23 am

Nonstop4h 38m

San Francisco

Mon 6/9

11:55 pm-6:10 am

Nonstop4h 15m

$228

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/11

6:55 pm-12:10 am

1 stop7h 15m

San Francisco

Tue 7/15

10:45 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop12h 00m

$232

ChicagoSan Francisco

MDW - SFO

MDWSFO

Chicago Midway

Sat 6/21

1:47 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop9h 38m

San Francisco

Tue 6/24

12:49 am-8:44 am

1 stop5h 55m

$257

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/10

8:29 am-1:15 pm

1 stop6h 46m

San Francisco

Mon 6/16

10:59 pm-10:09 am

1 stop9h 10m

$257

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Modesto

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Modesto

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

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

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Modesto is 83 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 Modesto?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Modesto (average of $276). Flying from Chicago to Modesto in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 MD9?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Modesto. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 24, 2025.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Modesto?

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Modesto

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Modesto. 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 24, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to MD9 are scheduled on a Thursday (80 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (41 on average).

Rainfall in Modesto by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Modesto ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Modesto when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Modesto by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Modesto, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Modesto

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Modesto. 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 Modesto. Reviews last updated April 24, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Modesto, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

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

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

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

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

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

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

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

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $99 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $99 and Alaska Airlines from $101 one-way.

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

    Consider ANA (97%), Air China (94%) or China Southern (89%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Modesto.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Modesto?

    On average you can expect to pay $954 for a flight from Chicago to Modesto. The cheapest flight overall is $98 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - San Francisco) is currently priced at $179.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Modesto?

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Modesto (average of $276). Flying from Chicago to Modesto in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 8 airlines flying from Chicago to Modesto

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Modesto. 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 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$78Average$237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$108Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$128Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$129Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$140Average$320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$197Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$247Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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