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$132+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Orange County

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CHI — SNA
nov. 26 — dic. 31
mar. 11/26
mar. 12/3
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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 noviembre 21, 2024.

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This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/65:10 amORD - SNA
2 stops18h 40mSpirit Airlines
sáb. 12/146:45 amSNA - ORD
2 stops15h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$240
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.
mié. 12/1810:27 pmMDW - SNA
1 stop20h 12mFrontier
dom. 12/295:29 pmSNA - MDW
1 stop10h 04mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$243
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.
mié. 12/186:00 amORD - SNA
1 stop12h 29mFrontier
jue. 12/265:29 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop10h 11mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$248
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/172:15 pmMDW - SNA
1 stop8h 29mDelta
mié. 12/188:00 amSNA - MDW
1 stop8h 32mDelta
Deal found 11/21$256
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/117:45 pmORD - SNA
Nonstop4h 37mUnited Airlines
dom. 12/152:15 pmSNA - ORD
Nonstop4h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$258
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.
mié. 12/189:54 pmORD - SNA
2 stops16h 59mMultiple Airlines
jue. 12/265:29 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop10h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$268
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.
jue. 12/128:15 amORD - SNA
Nonstop4h 33mAmerican Airlines
dom. 12/158:45 amSNA - ORD
Nonstop4h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/21$279
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.
mié. 12/43:25 pmMDW - LGB
1 stop7h 25mSouthwest
mar. 1/78:40 amLGB - MDW
Nonstop3h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$357
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/177:30 amORD - LGB
1 stop6h 54mDelta
mar. 12/241:10 pmLGB - ORD
1 stop6h 29mDelta
Deal found 11/21$377
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.
mié. 12/44:00 pmORD - LGB
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
mar. 1/76:55 amLGB - ORD
1 stop6h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$401
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.
mié. 12/182:55 pmMDW - SNA
2 stops8h 00mSouthwest
lun. 12/305:05 pmSNA - MDW
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$456
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/21:30 pmMDW - LGB
2 stops10h 15mDelta
jue. 12/57:00 amLGB - MDW
2 stops9h 32mDelta
Deal found 11/19$880

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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated noviembre 21, 2024.

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ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 12/12

9:53 pm-7:16 pm

3 stops23h 23m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

sáb. 12/14

1:48 pm-5:30 am

1 stop13h 42m

$242

ChicagoSanta Ana

MDW - SNA

MDWSNA

Chicago Midway

mié. 12/18

10:27 pm-4:39 pm

1 stop20h 12m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

dom. 12/29

5:29 pm-5:33 am

1 stop10h 04m

$243

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 2/4

10:04 am-12:39 pm

Nonstop4h 35m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

vie. 2/7

10:47 am-12:32 am

1 stop11h 45m

$249

ChicagoSanta Ana

MDW - SNA

MDWSNA

Chicago Midway

mar. 12/17

2:15 pm-8:44 pm

1 stop8h 29m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

mié. 12/18

8:00 am-6:32 pm

1 stop8h 32m

$256

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 12/13

8:15 am-10:48 am

Nonstop4h 33m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

sáb. 1/11

7:45 am-1:52 pm

Nonstop4h 07m

$258

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 1/23

8:55 am-2:45 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

dom. 1/26

2:20 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

$318

ChicagoLong Beach

MDW - LGB

MDWLGB

Chicago Midway

lun. 1/27

9:55 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

Long Beach Municipal

sáb. 2/1

8:00 am-1:50 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$318

ChicagoLong Beach

ORD - LGB

ORDLGB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 2/1

5:00 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Long Beach Municipal

mié. 2/12

1:20 pm-9:27 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$336

ChicagoLong Beach

MDW - LGB

MDWLGB

Chicago Midway

lun. 1/27

10:57 am-9:45 pm

2 stops12h 48m

Long Beach Municipal

sáb. 2/1

7:10 am-5:47 pm

2 stops8h 37m

$346

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 3/4

7:45 am-4:47 pm

2 stops11h 02m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

vie. 3/7

6:45 am-6:00 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$365

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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 $395). 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 noviembre 21, 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 noviembre 21, 2024.

The most flights from CHI to zzKFI are scheduled on a Thursday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 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 noviembre 21, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines, Frontier and United 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
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.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews
Southwest
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.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,464 reviews
Southwest
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.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews
Southwest
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.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
Southwest
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.

WestJet
7.3
Good
2,811 reviews
Southwest
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

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 Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $132. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, 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 Alaska Airlines (91%), American Airlines (91%) or Qatar Airways (91%) 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 $578 for a flight from Chicago to Orange County. The cheapest flight overall is $134 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty) is currently priced at $142.

  • 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 $395). 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 Orange County

Discover the top 7 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated noviembre 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$108Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$119Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$253Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$299Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$328Average$569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$425Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$592Average$819FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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