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Cheap Flights to Lake Forest from $34 One Way, $63 Round Trip

Prices found within past 7 days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Sun, Jan 11 - Sun, Jan 11
PHX
Sky Harbor Intl.
MDW
Midway Intl.
$63 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$63
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jan 11 from Sky Harbor Intl. to Midway Intl., returning Sun, Jan 11, priced at $63 found 8 hours ago
Mon, Dec 8 - Mon, Dec 8
PHX
Sky Harbor Intl.
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
$64 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$64
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 8 from Sky Harbor Intl. to O'Hare Intl., returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $64 found 7 hours ago
Fri, Dec 5 - Thu, Dec 11
PHX
Sky Harbor Intl.
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
$68 Roundtrip, just found
$68
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Dec 5 from Sky Harbor Intl. to O'Hare Intl., returning Thu, Dec 11, priced at $68 just found
Fri, Dec 12 - Sun, Dec 14
PHX
Sky Harbor Intl.
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
$69 Roundtrip, just found
$69
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Dec 12 from Sky Harbor Intl. to O'Hare Intl., returning Sun, Dec 14, priced at $69 just found
Sat, Feb 14 - Sat, Feb 21
PHX
Sky Harbor Intl.
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
$74 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$74
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Feb 14 from Sky Harbor Intl. to O'Hare Intl., returning Sat, Feb 21, priced at $74 found 6 days ago
Fri, Jan 23 - Fri, Jan 23
PHX
Sky Harbor Intl.
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
$80 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$80
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jan 23 from Sky Harbor Intl. to O'Hare Intl., returning Fri, Jan 23, priced at $80 found 13 hours ago
Thu, Dec 4 - Wed, Dec 10
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
$83 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$83
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from Los Angeles Intl. to O'Hare Intl., returning Wed, Dec 10, priced at $83 found 1 hour ago
Sat, Dec 6 - Tue, Dec 9
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
$87 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$87
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Dec 6 from Los Angeles Intl. to O'Hare Intl., returning Tue, Dec 9, priced at $87 found 1 hour ago
Tue, Dec 16 - Wed, Dec 17
BOS
Logan Intl.
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
$110 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$110
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, Dec 16 from Logan Intl. to O'Hare Intl., returning Wed, Dec 17, priced at $110 found 8 hours ago
Wed, Nov 19 - Wed, Dec 3
BOS
Logan Intl.
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
$113 Roundtrip, just found
$113
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Wed, Nov 19 from Logan Intl. to O'Hare Intl., returning Wed, Dec 3, priced at $113 just found

Lake Forest Flight Information

Traveling To
Lake Forest
Destination Airport IATA Code
RFD
Number of Airlines Serving
Airlines
Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, United
Flight Price
$63
Earliest Departing Flight
Latest Departing Flight

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Lake Forest economy flight packages

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Holiday Inn Chicago O'Hare Area by IHG
3.0-star property

Holiday Inn Chicago O'Hare Area by IHG

Dec 22 - Dec 28

6 night stay

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Chicago (ORD)

Spirit Airlines • Coach

Chicago (ORD) to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)

United • Coach
Price was $507, price is now $367 per person
$367
per person
found 1 day ago
Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago
5.0-star property

Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago

Dec 25 - Dec 28

3 night stay

Boston (BOS) to Chicago (ORD)

United • Non-stop • Coach

Chicago (ORD) to Boston (BOS)

Southwest Airlines • Non-stop • Coach
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Price was $1,180, price is now $852 per person
$852
per person
found 1 day ago
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
4.0-star property

Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport

Dec 25 - Dec 28

3 night stay

Boston (BOS) to Chicago (ORD)

United • Non-stop • Coach

Chicago (ORD) to Boston (BOS)

Southwest Airlines • Non-stop • Coach
Price was $743, price is now $537 per person
$537
per person
found 1 day ago
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Lake Forest first class flight packages

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Pendry Chicago
4.5-star property

Pendry Chicago

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,110 reviews)

Dec 28 - Jan 2

5 night stay

New York (NYC) to Chicago (ORD)

American Airlines • Non-stop roundtrip • FirstClass
Price was $1,254, price is now $898 per person
$898
per person
found 1 day ago
Pendry was historic and great

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2024

The Emily Hotel
4.0-star property

The Emily Hotel

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,248 reviews)

Dec 28 - Jan 2

5 night stay

New York (NYC) to Chicago (ORD)

American Airlines • Non-stop roundtrip • FirstClass
Price was $1,370, price is now $934 per person
$934
per person
found 1 day ago
Cute and trendy hotwl but there was a loud party on-site which ruined experience. It felt clean but our mini fridge had takeout left from former guest, so maid service obviously missed that.

Reviewed on Jul 26, 2025

Level Chicago – Old Town
4.0-star property

Level Chicago – Old Town

9/10 Wonderful! (367 reviews)

Dec 28 - Jan 2

5 night stay

New York (NYC) to Chicago (ORD)

American Airlines • Non-stop roundtrip • FirstClass
Price was $1,435, price is now $990 per person
$990
per person
found 1 day ago
Front desk and maintenance staff was amazing super succeeded our expectations i will return gor future dates

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2024

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Lake Forest

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Lake Forest?
You can select from 20 airlines that operate services to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), the main airport in the city. With a good range of options, you're certain to pick up an amazing deal. Here are some of the top international carriers that'll get you to Lake Forest — and then exploring every inch of this city:

  • United Airlines - 612 flights to Lake Forest per month
  • American Airlines - 339 flights to Lake Forest per month
  • Air Canada - 190 flights to Lake Forest per month

What is the best airport to fly to in Lake Forest?
O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) is the city's main airport, so your only decision will be the aisle seat or the window seat. Central Lake Forest is approximately 18 miles away and where many travelers kick off their adventure.
How much is a flight to Lake Forest?
If you're after a round-trip flight, airfares fluctuated from $63 to $113 this past week. The lowest price to travel one-way was $34, departing from Phoenix (PHX).
How to book the cheapest flight to Lake Forest?
With some of the most exciting flight deals around, you'll get more for your money with Orbitz. The following pointers will help you land cheap flights to Lake Forest — and leave you with more cash to splash:

  • Departing from or landing at other airports can sometimes work out cheaper. Type in your preferred departure and arrival airports. Next, click on the 'Nearby airports' function below to see your options.
  • If your plans aren't cast in stone, click on the 'Show flexible dates' option to browse flight deals for a range of departure dates. You may find an amazing fare.
  • You can also use the 'Show options' function to filter results for your preferred carrier, seating class, and nonstop and refundable flights. Under 'Sort & Filter' to the left, you can even choose the time of day you'd like to fly.
  • Once you know your travel dates, lock in your flight. Fares normally become more expensive as the departure date gets closer.
  • Combine your flights, hotels and car rental into an impressive package deal. Save your hard-earned money for things you're really excited about, like discovering every corner of Lake Forest.
  • If possible, don't travel during the busy season. Airfares usually surge during summer, school breaks and other vacation periods like Thanksgiving and Christmas.

How long is a flight to Lake Forest?
The United States is big, so that depends on which city you're taking off from. To make vacation planning a bit easier, we've chosen three of the top routes to Lake Forest and found their average flight times:

  • New York, NY (LGA-LaGuardia) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 2 hours and 40 minutes
  • Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 2 hours and 51 minutes
  • Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 2 hours and 13 minutes

What is the best time to book a flight to Lake Forest?
Generally speaking, January is the best month to purchase your airfare. This is followed by February and August. Bear this in mind while you hunt for a cheap flight to Lake Forest.
What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to Lake Forest?
If you're after cheap fares to Lake Forest, the best days of the week to make a booking are Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. With Orbitz (and a bit of good timing!), a fabulous flight deal will be all yours.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Lake Forest?
Think about flying early in the week to nab cheap flights to Lake Forest. Orbitz data from 2020 shows Monday is normally the most affordable day to take off, followed by Tuesday. Saturday was found to have the highest ticket prices. This is probably because most travelers prefer to kick off their break after a long working week.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Lake Forest?
To secure cheap flights to Lake Forest, you should pack your bags and depart in August. Orbitz data has found that this is generally the best month to save serious money on your ticket. If you're eager to fly to Lake Forest in June, keep in mind that this is the most expensive time of year to take a trip.
Which airlines allow free cancellation?
If you're worried your travel plans could change, Orbitz can help you lock in a flexible ticket. All you need to do is click on "Filter by flexible change policies" when searching for your Lake Forest flights. We'll show you carriers that include free cancellation and no change fees — in addition to our awesome low prices.
What do I need for the flight to Lake Forest?
There's nothing as exciting as flying off on an adventure, but it's smart to be prepared. This list of handy tips will help get your journey off to a smooth start:

  • Whether you print it out or use an electronic one, you'll need your boarding pass to get on to the plane. You'll also need some form of government-issued identification. If you're traveling internationally, make sure your passport is valid and you've checked visa requirements.
  • Take some activities to pass the time on your journey to Lake Forest. Books and electronic devices like laptops and tablets are ideal. Don't forget to take a water bottle with you too. Even on a short flight, it's important to keep well-hydrated.
  • Even if you're traveling when it's 100 degrees outside, carry a sweater or cardigan on board with you. Airplane cabins can get a bit chilly!

How many direct flights are there to Lake Forest?
Currently, there are 2,332 direct flights every month to Lake Forest. When it comes to airlines that will fly you there, you have plenty of options. United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta Air Lines are among the most well-known. Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Air Canada are some other reputable carriers that provide nonstop services.
How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to Lake Forest?
There are ways of booking business or first-class airfares to Lake Forest that won't burn through your wallet. Pick up a seat at the front of the plane for less with these great tips:

  • Flexibility isn't just useful for your yoga. Leave some room to move around your travel dates so you can pick up more affordable airfares when they pop up.
  • Search for a budget airline that has business-class seats. They often come with extra legroom and a glass of bubbly — and a more appealing price.
  • Make the most of your airline's loyalty program and upgrade your seat. Alternatively, you can try bidding for an upgrade in online auctions.

How to get into Lake Forest from the airport?
Stroll off the tarmac at O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) and then collect the keys from one of two O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) car rental companies on-site, Thrifty Car Rental or Dollar. With your own ride, finding your way to central Lake Forest from ORD will be a breeze. All you have to do is set your GPS and head 18 miles to the north. Alternatively, you could use public transportation or take a taxi into town and rent some wheels directly from the city center. Check out what's available on our Lake Forest car rentals.
What is the best time to go to Lake Forest?
Lake Forest is a wonderful vacation destination year-round, but the most popular months to visit are August, September and October. If you like warm weather, consider visiting during the summer. Like most places in the Northern Hemisphere, the summer season kicks off June 20. At this time, temperatures usually drift between 65 ºF and 75 ºF during the day.
Travel tips for Lake Forest

  • The city center is brimming with well-known attractions. Places like Lake Forest College and Trinity International University will keep your feet moving and your adventurous soul full.
  • You'll discover rewarding day trip adventures a short drive from Lake Forest's hustle and bustle. Visit Wrigley Field first and then make tracks to McCormick Place.
  • Slip into the driver's seat and discover what else makes Chicago a magnet for travelers. Organize a car rental with Orbitz and experience all the action of two more exciting cities — Summit and Calumet City.

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