Cheap Flights from Orange County (SNA) to Chicago (ORD) from AU$285

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Cheap Flights from Orange County (SNA) to Chicago (ORD)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at AU$285 for one-way flights and AU$462 for round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Delta
Sat., 7 Sep. - Wed., 11 Sep.
SNA
Orange County
ORD
Chicago
AU$462 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$462
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat., 7 Sep. from Orange County to Chicago, returning Wed., 11 Sep., priced at AU$462 found 5 days ago
Delta
Sat., 7 Sep. - Wed., 11 Sep.
SNA
Orange County
ORD
Chicago
AU$490 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$490
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat., 7 Sep. from Orange County to Chicago, returning Wed., 11 Sep., priced at AU$490 found 5 days ago
Delta
Sat., 7 Sep. - Wed., 11 Sep.
SNA
Orange County
ORD
Chicago
AU$496 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$496
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat., 7 Sep. from Orange County to Chicago, returning Wed., 11 Sep., priced at AU$496 found 5 days ago
Delta
Sat., 7 Sep. - Wed., 11 Sep.
SNA
Orange County
ORD
Chicago
AU$562 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$562
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat., 7 Sep. from Orange County to Chicago, returning Wed., 11 Sep., priced at AU$562 found 5 days ago
American Airlines
Wed., 11 Dec. - Fri., 13 Dec.
SNA
Orange County
ORD
Chicago
AU$568 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$568
Return
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed., 11 Dec. from Orange County to Chicago, returning Fri., 13 Dec., priced at AU$568 found 2 days ago
American Airlines
Sat., 7 Sep. - Wed., 11 Sep.
SNA
Orange County
ORD
Chicago
AU$570 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$570
Return
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat., 7 Sep. from Orange County to Chicago, returning Wed., 11 Sep., priced at AU$570 found 5 days ago
Delta
Sat., 7 Sep. - Wed., 11 Sep.
SNA
Orange County
ORD
Chicago
AU$574 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$574
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat., 7 Sep. from Orange County to Chicago, returning Wed., 11 Sep., priced at AU$574 found 5 days ago
American Airlines
Wed., 11 Dec. - Fri., 13 Dec.
SNA
Orange County
ORD
Chicago
AU$580 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$580
Return
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed., 11 Dec. from Orange County to Chicago, returning Fri., 13 Dec., priced at AU$580 found 2 days ago
American Airlines
Sat., 7 Sep. - Wed., 11 Sep.
SNA
Orange County
ORD
Chicago
AU$582 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$582
Return
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat., 7 Sep. from Orange County to Chicago, returning Wed., 11 Sep., priced at AU$582 found 5 days ago
American Airlines
Wed., 11 Dec. - Fri., 13 Dec.
SNA
Orange County
ORD
Chicago
AU$583 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$583
Return
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed., 11 Dec. from Orange County to Chicago, returning Fri., 13 Dec., priced at AU$583 found 2 days ago
Flight from Orange County to Chicago route information
Origin airport
John Wayne
Destination airport
O'Hare Intl.
Return price
AU$461
Distance
2754 km
Average flight time
6 hours 33 mins

Your quick guide to flights from Orange County to Chicago

Pick up great flights from Orange County to Chicago

With Expedia, you have your pick of 27 flights a day with 20 airlines covering flights from Orange County to Chicago. Whether you’re on a business trip, a family holiday or a luxury break, just enter your travel dates, hit search then check out your choice of flights. Select from return, one way or multi-city flights, and use the advance search tool if you want a direct or refundable flight. You can narrow your search to show you just your preferred cabin class and airline, too. It’s all easy. You can book direct flights from Orange County to Chicago that take around 8 hours.

Find cheap flights from Orange County to Chicago

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from AU$462 to AU$583, you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from Orange County to Chicago around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to Chicago is normally in September.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from SNA to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Based on fares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, round-trip flights between John Wayne Airport (SNA) and O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) start from AU$462. Book today to secure the best price for your journey. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Every air carrier has its own terms and conditions. If you do decide to cancel, follow the instructions on our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from John Wayne Airport to O'Hare Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for SNA to ORD flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to ORD?
It’s around 2 800 kilometres between Santa Ana and Chicago, so you’ll be flying for a while. Keep yourself occupied with things like crossword puzzles or a gripping book.
Which airlines fly direct from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to ORD?
There are several airlines that travel directly from John Wayne Airport to O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). American Airlines (AA) is a popular choice, offering 91 flights on this route each month. For more options, check out the deals with United Airlines (UA). This carrier offers 86 flights monthly between these airports.
Are John Wayne Airport to O'Hare Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight prices fluctuate, so it’s no sure thing. While last-minute flight deals between SNA and O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) are of course possible, it also makes sense to monitor prices well before you fly. In fact, some air carriers advertise their prices up to a year prior to the departure date. Expedia is constantly updating the best airfare bargains around, so keep checking back and be ready to grab your seat when the price is low.
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