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$167+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Palm Desert, CA

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CHI — SAN
Dec 8 — Dec 151
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Sun 12/15
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The best prices from Chicago to Palm Desert are usually found in January or September, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Palm Desert (PD9). 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 3, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Palm Desert
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Palm Desert. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 3, 2024.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Mon 12/167:15 amMDW - PSP
1 stop13h 05mFrontier
Sun 12/226:31 pmPSP - MDW
1 stop24h 38mFrontier
Deal found 12/2$298
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Tue 12/319:45 amORD - PSP
Nonstop4h 39mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/711:13 amPSP - ORD
Nonstop3h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/3$322
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Tue 12/246:55 amORD - PSP
1 stop6h 23mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/305:31 pmPSP - ORD
1 stop22h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$336
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/1911:47 amORD - PSP
1 stop6h 45mSun Country Air
Sat 12/216:59 pmPSP - ORD
1 stop18h 53mSun Country Air
Deal found 12/2$350
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/235:00 amORD - PSP
1 stop6h 47mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/12:45 pmPSP - ORD
1 stop6h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/2$368
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/196:20 amORD - PSP
1 stop8h 23mDelta
Thu 1/1612:00 pmPSP - ORD
1 stop7h 58mDelta
Deal found 12/2$392
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Thu 12/195:15 amMDW - PSP
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Tue 1/73:45 pmPSP - MDW
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/2$393
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/2412:15 pmORD - PSP
2 stops10h 50mSouthwest
Sun 12/294:55 pmPSP - ORD
2 stops16h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/2$436
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Mon 12/96:32 amORD - PSP
1 stop9h 08mAlaska Airlines
Sat 12/1410:55 amPSP - ORD
1 stop10h 52mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/2$620
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/121:30 pmMDW - PSP
2 stops10h 24mDelta
Tue 12/176:00 amPSP - MDW
2 stops10h 32mDelta
Deal found 12/2$653
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/79:30 amMDW - PSP
3 stops26h 33mWestJet
Sat 12/1410:55 amPSP - MDW
3 stops24h 36mWestJet
Deal found 12/2$1,122

Find flights from Chicago to Palm Desert within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Palm Desert 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 2,700,776 searches. Data last updated December 3, 2024.

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ChicagoPalm Springs

ORD - PSP

ORDPSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/1

6:55 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop27h 00m

Palm Springs

Sat 2/8

6:59 pm-1:07 pm

2 stops16h 08m

$279

ChicagoPalm Springs

ORD - PSP

ORDPSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/8

7:15 am-2:50 pm

1 stop9h 35m

Palm Springs

Wed 1/15

1:14 pm-9:22 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$282

ChicagoPalm Springs

ORD - PSP

ORDPSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/13

6:50 am-11:14 am

1 stop6h 24m

Palm Springs

Wed 2/26

7:00 am-6:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$283

ChicagoPalm Springs

MDW - PSP

MDWPSP

Chicago Midway

Sat 2/22

10:20 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

Palm Springs

Tue 2/25

8:15 am-5:20 pm

2 stops7h 05m

$284

ChicagoPalm Springs

MDW - PSP

MDWPSP

Chicago Midway

Wed 1/8

6:00 am-12:22 pm

1 stop8h 22m

Palm Springs

Wed 1/15

1:32 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$288

ChicagoPalm Springs

ORD - PSP

ORDPSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/5

9:42 am-12:09 pm

Nonstop4h 27m

Palm Springs

Sat 2/8

1:05 pm-7:04 pm

Nonstop3h 59m

$294

ChicagoPalm Springs

ORD - PSP

ORDPSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/10

7:25 am-6:16 pm

1 stop12h 51m

Palm Springs

Sun 1/12

11:56 am-12:35 am

1 stop10h 39m

$298

ChicagoPalm Springs

MDW - PSP

MDWPSP

Chicago Midway

Mon 12/16

7:15 am-6:20 pm

1 stop13h 05m

Palm Springs

Sun 12/22

6:31 pm-9:09 pm

1 stop24h 38m

$298

ChicagoPalm Springs

ORD - PSP

ORDPSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/4

7:53 pm-10:26 pm

Nonstop4h 33m

Palm Springs

Sat 1/11

1:10 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$319

ChicagoPalm Springs

ORD - PSP

ORDPSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/6

8:00 pm-5:29 pm

1 stop23h 29m

Palm Springs

Thu 4/10

6:25 pm-6:06 pm

1 stop21h 41m

$345

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Palm Desert

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Palm Desert

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Palm Desert. Price data was last updated on November 22, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Palm Desert is 85 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 Palm Desert?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Palm Desert (average of $266). Flying from Chicago to Palm Desert in March is currently the most expensive (average of $339). 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 PD9?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Palm Desert. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 3, 2024.

When flying from Chicago to Palm Desert, 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 Palm Desert?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Palm Desert. Price data was last updated on December 1, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Palm Desert

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Palm Desert. 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 3, 2024.

The most flights from CHI to PD9 are scheduled on a Monday (35 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Palm Desert by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Palm Desert 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 Palm Desert when rainfall is around 0.1 in.

Temperature in Palm Desert by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Palm Desert, 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 Palm Desert

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Palm Desert. 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 Palm Desert. Reviews last updated December 3, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, American Airlines and Delta from Chicago to Palm Desert have to say. 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
4,945 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

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
4,945 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,945 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

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
9,514 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,945 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

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
8,694 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,945 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

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
9,140 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,945 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

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
2,816 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,945 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

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 Palm Desert. 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 Palm Desert one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Alaska Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $167. Users have also found prices from $168 and $168 on Frontier and Delta, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Palm Desert?

    Before booking your flight to Palm Desert from Chicago, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Japan Airlines (100%), Air Canada (85%), Brussels Airlines( 83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Palm Desert?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $190. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Palm Springs) can be booked for $213 on average our data indicates $707 when flying from Chicago to Palm Desert.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Palm Desert?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Palm Desert 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 Palm Desert?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Palm Desert (average of $266). Flying from Chicago to Palm Desert in March is currently the most expensive (average of $339). 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 Palm Desert

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Palm Desert. 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 2,700,776 searches. Data last updated December 3, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$105Average$197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$107Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$171Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$201Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$217Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$245Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$329Average$693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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