Title: Cheap Flights from Chicago to Santa Monica (ORD to SMO) - Expedia.co.uk ![Los Angeles which includes a sunset, a city and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178280/a52925ff-8159-46db-8203-2c466dda9df5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178280/a52925ff-8159-46db-8203-2c466dda9df5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) # Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Santa Monica (SMO) - [Return](?flightType=roundtrip) - [One-way](?flightType=oneway) - [Multi-city](?flightType=multicity) ### Travellers Adults ChildrenAges 2 to 17 InfantsYounger than 2 EconomyPremium economyBusiness classFirst class Leaving from Going to Departing Returning Add a place to stay Add a car Direct flights only ## Popular airlines from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Santa Monica, CA (SMO-Santa Monica Municipal) - ![British Airways](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_BA.svg) British Airways [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:ord,to:smo,departure:25/09/2025TANYT&leg2=from:smo,to:ord,departure:02/10/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"BA"}}]) - ![easyJet](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_U2.svg) easyJet [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:ord,to:smo,departure:25/09/2025TANYT&leg2=from:smo,to:ord,departure:02/10/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"U2"}}]) - ![Lufthansa](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_LH.svg) Lufthansa [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:ord,to:smo,departure:25/09/2025TANYT&leg2=from:smo,to:ord,departure:02/10/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"LH"}}]) - ![Ryanair](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_FR.svg) Ryanair [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:ord,to:smo,departure:25/09/2025TANYT&leg2=from:smo,to:ord,departure:02/10/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"FR"}}]) - ![American Airlines](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_AA.svg) American Airlines [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:ord,to:smo,departure:25/09/2025TANYT&leg2=from:smo,to:ord,departure:02/10/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"AA"}}]) - ![Jet2](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_LS.svg) Jet2 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:ord,to:smo,departure:25/09/2025TANYT&leg2=from:smo,to:ord,departure:02/10/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"LS"}}]) - ![Swiss International Air Lines](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_LX.svg) Swiss International Air Lines [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:ord,to:smo,departure:25/09/2025TANYT&leg2=from:smo,to:ord,departure:02/10/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"LX"}}]) ![notification illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__notification.svg) ### Be in the know Get alerts if flight prices drop or rise\* ![deals illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Book smarter Save up to 25% on select hotels after you book a flight\* ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Earn twice Earn your airline miles on top of our rewards [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login) Flight from Chicago to Santa Monica route information | Origin airport | O'Hare Intl. | | --- | --- | | Destination airport | Santa Monica Municipal | | Distance | 2785 km | ## Compare flights from Chicago to Santa Monica easily and book with confidence For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from Chicago to Santa Monica. Operating between them flights per day, airlines cover the route. And fly direct, getting you to Santa Monica Municipal in just hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from O'Hare Intl. to Santa Monica Municipal.   To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights.  Grab a great deal on your flight from O'Hare Intl. (ORD) to Santa Monica Municipal (SMO) The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from Chicago to Santa Monica today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from O'Hare Intl. to Santa Monica Municipal start at just and range up to .   To find an even better deal, try   - being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper - looking for other airports near Chicago and Santa Monica - booking your flight during , the cheapest month on this route - varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper  Why you should book your Chicago to Santa Monica flight with Expedia! We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from O'Hare Intl. to Santa Monica Municipal for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.   Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.   ## Frequently asked questions ### How much is a flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to SMO? > Start packing your bags, because round-trip flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to SMO start from . That's based on airfares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices can increase quickly, so book now to secure the best deal. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply. ### Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Santa Monica Airport? > This varies between air carriers, as each one has its own terms and conditions. Head to the [Customer Service Portal](https://www.expedia.co.uk/service/?langid=1033), where there are simple instructions on how to cancel online. ### How do I find cheap flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Santa Monica 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 O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select. ### How far is the flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO)? > The flight distance from Chicago to Santa Monica is 2,800 kilometres. Pack yourself a drink, some snacks and a good book to read. Keep yourself entertained and the hours will zip by. ### Which airlines fly direct from O'Hare Airport to Santa Monica Airport? > You won't find any airlines flying directly between O'Hare Airport and Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO), so be prepared to make at least one stop on your journey. A layover can be a nice way to break up a trip! ### Are ORD to Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute? > Last-minute planners can occasionally find a bargain, with some of the cheapest fares from O'Hare Airport to Santa Monica Airport cropping up a few weeks before the date of departure. If you'd rather plan ahead of time, Expedia compares and updates the best flight deals regularly — as early as a year in advance in some cases. It depends on the carrier though, as not all airlines issue prices that far in advance. ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - Trending Routes - Trending Flights - Top Flights Destinations - Related Airlines - Nearby Airports - Cheap Flights from Other Airports - Expedia's Latest Trends ### Top Routes from Chicago - [Chicago to Newark Liberty Intl. 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