San Clemente

$37+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to San Clemente, CA

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CHI — LAX
nov. 9 — nov. 161
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The best prices from Chicago to San Clemente are usually found in September or August, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to San Clemente

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to San Clemente (CL3). 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 4, 2024.

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$37
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From Chicago (CHI) to San Clemente
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to San Clemente
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 noviembre 4, 2024.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/139:45 amMDW - LAX
1 stop23h 44mFrontier
mié. 11/205:15 pmLAX - MDW
1 stop16h 29mFrontier
Deal found 11/2$141
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/2012:21 pmORD - LAX
1 stop21h 08mFrontier
jue. 1/24:41 pmLAX - ORD
1 stop6h 26mFrontier
Deal found 11/3$141
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/57:25 amORD - LAX
1 stop19h 07mMultiple Airlines
mar. 12/102:31 pmLAX - ORD
2 stops12h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$143
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jue. 12/59:53 pmORD - LAX
1 stop14h 01mSpirit Airlines
mar. 12/102:45 pmLAX - ORD
1 stop12h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/3$145
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mié. 12/118:40 pmMDW - LAX
Nonstop4h 30mSouthwest
sáb. 1/116:00 amLAX - MDW
Nonstop4h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 11/3$161
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sáb. 12/78:25 pmORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 34mAmerican Airlines
jue. 2/2712:25 amLAX - ORD
Nonstop3h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/3$190
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sáb. 12/78:00 pmORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 42mUnited Airlines
sáb. 12/145:52 pmLAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/4$249
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sáb. 12/77:14 pmMDW - LAX
1 stop6h 41mDelta
sáb. 12/141:25 pmLAX - MDW
1 stop6h 41mDelta
Deal found 11/3$255
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sáb. 12/75:20 pmORD - LAX
1 stop7h 38mDelta
dom. 12/86:00 amLAX - ORD
1 stop6h 38mDelta
Deal found 11/4$256

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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated noviembre 4, 2024.

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mar. 11/26

12:39 pm-8:02 pm

1 stop9h 23m

$74

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ORD - LAX

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 12/11

9:10 pm-9:54 am

1 stop14h 44m

$75

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ORD - LAX

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sáb. 12/7

6:16 pm-8:59 pm

Nonstop4h 43m

$80

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mar. 1/14

8:35 pm-11:20 pm

Nonstop4h 45m

$81

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mar. 3/4

7:00 pm-9:21 am

1 stop16h 21m

$96

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MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

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jue. 11/14

11:31 am-12:40 am

2 stops15h 09m

$123

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MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

mar. 12/17

2:15 pm-8:49 pm

1 stop8h 34m

$128

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ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 11/26

7:30 am-1:35 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$74

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ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 4/6

8:00 pm-5:17 pm

1 stop23h 17m

$168

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 11/10

7:15 am-9:48 am

Nonstop4h 33m

$209

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to San Clemente

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to San Clemente

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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 November 1, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to San Clemente is 86 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to San Clemente (average of $240). Flying from Chicago to San Clemente in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 noviembre 4, 2024.

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 November 3, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to San Clemente flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon 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 noviembre 4, 2024.

The most flights from CHI to CL3 are scheduled on a Sunday (108 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (21 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 noviembre 4, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Chicago to San Clemente, see what other customers have to say about Spirit Airlines, Delta and American Airlines. 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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Very good
5,089 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

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.

8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

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.

8.0
Very good
9,423 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

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.

8.0
Very good
8,829 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

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.

7.4
Good
9,226 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

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.

7.3
Good
2,803 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

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

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  • Can I find flights from Chicago to San Clemente for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Chicago to San Clemente for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $92, but on average you can expect to pay $139.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Chicago to San Clemente for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 5 direct flights from Chicago to San Clemente under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Chicago to San Clemente is less than $169.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Chicago to San Clemente for under $200?

    There are currently 10+ open flights from Chicago to San Clemente within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Chicago to San Clemente?

    You can find nonstop flights on the following days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from Chicago to San Clemente on average per day?

    On average 54 flights depart from Chicago to San Clemente per day.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 11% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 37% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 52% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to San Clemente?

    There are many flights that can get you from Chicago to San Clemente in 4h 30m. Fly via Spirit Airlines, Frontier, or Southwest to get the fastest option. There are 1750 mi between Chicago and San Clemente. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $37. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago to San Clemente for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to San Clemente?

    Before booking your flight to San Clemente from Chicago, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Japan Airlines (92%), Gulf Air (90%), Brussels Airlines( 90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to San Clemente?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to San Clemente is $79. On average you can expect to pay $973. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $98.

  • What does ORD to LAX mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a ORD to LAX flight. San Diego Airport (SAN), Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA), Ontario Airport (ONT), Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB), San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport (CLD) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to San Clemente that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Chicago to San Clemente flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Chicago to San Clemente with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Chicago to San Clemente flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to San Clemente?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to San Clemente by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to San Clemente that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Chicago to San Clemente offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Chicago to San Clemente?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Chicago to San Clemente flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Chicago to San Clemente flight deals updated?

    The Chicago to San Clemente flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/4.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to San Clemente?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to San Clemente (average of $240). Flying from Chicago to San Clemente in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated noviembre 4, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$54Average$163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$83Average$253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$117Average$204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$136Average$529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$137Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$171Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$182Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$201Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Sun Country AirCheapest$249Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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