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$149+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Orange County

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CHI — SNA
Dec 31 — Jan 71
Tue 12/31
Tue 1/7
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Orange County (zzKFI). 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 December 26, 2024.

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$149
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Orange County
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Orange County. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 26, 2024.

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Tue 12/316:55 amORD - SNA
1 stop6h 49mFrontier
Sun 1/1910:47 amSNA - ORD
1 stop11h 45mFrontier
Deal found 12/26$296
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/319:54 pmORD - SNA
1 stop12h 17mSpirit Airlines
Wed 1/223:00 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop12h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/26$322
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Tue 12/316:55 amORD - SNA
1 stop6h 49mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/203:00 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop12h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/26$331
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/3010:04 pmMDW - SNA
1 stop15h 40mFrontier
Wed 1/292:08 pmSNA - MDW
1 stop8h 09mFrontier
Deal found 12/25$343
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Mon 12/308:12 amORD - SNA
Nonstop4h 32mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/297:45 amSNA - ORD
Nonstop4h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/25$614
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Thu 12/266:56 pmORD - SNA
1 stop16h 19mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/305:07 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop9h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/26$732
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Sun 12/291:55 pmORD - SNA
1 stop6h 13mDelta
Mon 1/209:20 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop9h 15mDelta
Deal found 12/26$769
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 12/317:00 amORD - LGB
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Wed 1/16:55 amLGB - ORD
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 12/25$786
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Tue 12/316:00 amMDW - SNA
1 stop7h 47mDelta
Mon 1/68:00 amSNA - MDW
1 stop7h 47mDelta
Deal found 12/26$798
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Thu 12/261:55 pmORD - LGB
1 stop9h 50mDelta
Sun 12/297:05 amLGB - ORD
1 stop9h 00mDelta
Deal found 12/26$1,056
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 12/275:05 amMDW - LGB
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Tue 12/311:20 pmLGB - MDW
1 stop6h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/25$1,056
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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.
Thu 12/2611:48 amMDW - LGB
2 stops11h 57mDelta
Sun 12/295:03 pmLGB - MDW
2 stops14h 20mDelta
Deal found 12/24$1,066

Find flights from Chicago to Orange County within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Orange County 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 December 26, 2024.

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ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/10

10:34 am-9:44 pm

2 stops13h 10m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 1/18

9:23 am-9:52 pm

2 stops10h 29m

$279

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/18

7:15 am-12:16 pm

1 stop7h 01m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 1/22

10:08 am-6:23 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$280

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/24

3:35 pm-7:14 pm

2 stops29h 39m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 1/28

2:17 pm-1:07 pm

2 stops20h 50m

$288

ChicagoSanta Ana

MDW - SNA

MDWSNA

Chicago Midway

Fri 2/21

6:40 am-11:30 am

1 stop6h 50m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 2/24

3:42 pm-5:31 am

1 stop11h 49m

$288

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/26

6:45 am-11:30 am

1 stop6h 45m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 3/30

3:32 pm-5:04 am

1 stop11h 32m

$296

ChicagoSanta Ana

MDW - SNA

MDWSNA

Chicago Midway

Sat 2/8

10:57 am-7:43 pm

1 stop10h 46m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 2/15

1:13 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop7h 07m

$300

ChicagoSanta Ana

MDW - SNA

MDWSNA

Chicago Midway

Thu 1/16

7:15 am-5:21 pm

2 stops12h 06m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 1/22

10:35 am-11:44 am

2 stops23h 09m

$304

ChicagoLong Beach

MDW - LGB

MDWLGB

Chicago Midway

Tue 1/21

9:55 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

Long Beach Municipal

Tue 1/28

8:40 am-2:30 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$318

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/27

7:16 pm-8:47 am

1 stop15h 31m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 4/3

3:32 pm-5:05 am

1 stop11h 33m

$330

ChicagoLong Beach

ORD - LGB

ORDLGB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/21

7:15 am-12:22 pm

1 stop7h 07m

Long Beach Municipal

Tue 1/28

7:10 am-9:15 pm

2 stops12h 05m

$341

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Orange County

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Orange County

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Orange County (average of $298). Flying from Chicago to Orange County in June is currently the most expensive (average of $421). 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 KFI?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Orange County. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 26, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Orange County

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Orange County. 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 26, 2024.

The most flights from CHI to zzKFI are scheduled on a Thursday (21 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

Rainfall in Orange County by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Orange County ranges from 0.0 - 3.1 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Orange County when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Orange County by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Orange County, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August 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 55.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Orange County

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Orange County. 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 Orange County. Reviews last updated December 26, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines and Spirit Airlines from Chicago to Orange County to help guide your decision. 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,752 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,752 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,752 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,752 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,570 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,752 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,003 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,752 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,752 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Orange County. 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 Orange County one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $149. However, be on the lookout for offers from Alaska Airlines and Frontier, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago to Orange County for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chicago to Orange County?

    The most popular route from Chicago to Orange County is Chicago O'Hare Intl - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty. You may also consider Chicago Midway - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty or Chicago O'Hare Intl - Long Beach Municipal.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Orange County?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago to Orange County consider choosing Brussels Airlines (93%), Air Canada (87%) or United Airlines (86%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Orange County?

    On average you can expect to pay $373 for a flight from Chicago to Orange County. The cheapest flight overall is $139 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty) is currently priced at $140.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Orange County?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Orange County 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 Orange County?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Orange County (average of $298). Flying from Chicago to Orange County in June is currently the most expensive (average of $421). 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 6 airlines flying from Chicago to Orange County

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Orange County. 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 26, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$106Average$224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$109Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$251Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$285Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$328Average$569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$430Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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