$68+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to San Clemente, 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 5/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to San Clemente
Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to San Clemente flight deals. Data was last updated March 14, 2025.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $129 (Mytrip) |
One-way from | $68 (Cheapflightsfares) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $359 |
Find flight deals from Chicago to San Clemente
Cheapest flights from Chicago to San ClementeExplore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to San Clemente. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 14, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to San Clemente. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 14, 2025.
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Find flights from Chicago to San Clemente within your budget
Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to San Clemente 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 March 14, 2025.
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Price
ChicagoLos Angeles
ORD - LAX
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 4/2
10:27 pm-7:02 am
1 stop10h 35m
Los Angeles
Mon 4/7
11:15 pm-12:53 pm
1 stop11h 38m
ChicagoLos Angeles
MDW - LAX
MDWLAX
Chicago Midway
Tue 4/8
7:25 am-3:01 pm
1 stop9h 36m
Los Angeles
Tue 4/15
10:39 am-12:21 am
1 stop11h 42m
ChicagoLos Angeles
MDW - LAX
MDWLAX
Chicago Midway
Wed 5/7
6:40 am-9:05 am
Nonstop4h 25m
Los Angeles
Tue 5/13
11:10 pm-5:15 am
Nonstop4h 05m
ChicagoLos Angeles
ORD - LAX
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 4/16
3:50 pm-6:35 pm
Nonstop4h 45m
Los Angeles
Wed 4/23
5:30 pm-11:41 pm
Nonstop4h 11m
ChicagoLos Angeles
ORD - LAX
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 5/22
6:10 am-8:44 am
Nonstop4h 34m
Los Angeles
Thu 8/7
10:50 am-12:01 am
1 stop11h 11m
ChicagoLos Angeles
ORD - LAX
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 4/29
9:38 pm-12:20 am
Nonstop4h 42m
Los Angeles
Sat 7/19
4:46 pm-11:08 pm
Nonstop4h 22m
ChicagoLos Angeles
MDW - LAX
MDWLAX
Chicago Midway
Tue 4/8
2:45 pm-9:35 pm
1 stop8h 50m
Los Angeles
Tue 4/15
6:00 am-12:21 am
2 stops16h 21m
ChicagoLos Angeles
ORD - LAX
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 3/26
8:20 pm-11:03 pm
Nonstop4h 43m
Los Angeles
Tue 4/1
12:20 am-6:25 am
Nonstop4h 05m
ChicagoLos Angeles
ORD - LAX
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 4/24
5:56 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop8h 03m
Los Angeles
Tue 4/29
8:00 am-6:01 pm
1 stop8h 01m
ChicagoLos Angeles
MDW - LAX
MDWLAX
Chicago Midway
Sat 4/26
3:02 pm-7:40 pm
1 stop6h 38m
Los Angeles
Sat 4/26
11:40 pm-9:40 am
1 stop8h 00m
Best time to book a flight from Chicago to San Clemente
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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to San Clemente
Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Chicago to San Clemente including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to San Clemente?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to San Clemente. Price data was last updated on March 7, 2025.
The best time to book flights from Chicago to San Clemente is 68 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 San Clemente?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to San Clemente (average of $246). Flying from Chicago to San Clemente in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 CL3?
Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to San Clemente. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 14, 2025.
When flying from Chicago to San Clemente, 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 San Clemente?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to San Clemente. Price data was last updated on March 9, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to San Clemente flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from Chicago to San Clemente
Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to San Clemente. 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 March 14, 2025.
The most flights from CHI to CL3 are scheduled on a Thursday (107 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (43 on average).
Rainfall in San Clemente by month
Plan your trip to San Clemente by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Clemente ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Clemente when rainfall is around 0.0 in.
Temperature in San Clemente by month
Plan your trip to San Clemente by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Clemente, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).
Reviews of airlines servicing San Clemente
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Clemente. 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 San Clemente. Reviews last updated March 14, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Chicago to San Clemente, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Merlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
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Food
Comfort
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Merlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
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Entertainment
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Food
Comfort
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Merlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
Crew
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Food
Comfort
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Merlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
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Entertainment
Overall
Food
Comfort
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Merlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
Crew
Entertainment
Overall
Food
Comfort
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Merlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
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Top 9 airlines flying from Chicago to San Clemente
Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to San Clemente. 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 March 14, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$54 | Average$164 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time88% | |
| Cheapest$78 | Average$187 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$90 | Average$226 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$137 | Average$412 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$147 | Average$345 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time83% | |
| Cheapest$152 | Average$462 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$179 | Average$376 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$206 | Average$565 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$222 | Average$427 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |