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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Chicago from $112

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 19/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
LAX — CHI
4 Jun — 11 Jun1
1 adult
Tue 4/6
Tue 11/6

The best prices from Los Angeles to Chicago are usually found in January or September, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Chicago (CHI). 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 30 May 2024.

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March

Cheapest in

January

Round-trip from

$1,473

One-way from

$258
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Los Angeles to Chicago?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Monday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago?

To save up to 71% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 60 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Los Angeles to Chicago from $482 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $766 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Chicago?

Our data shows that January tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Los Angeles. Users have commonly found prices around $472 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $204. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in March.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LAX to CHI?

It’s optimal to fly from Los Angeles to Chicago in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 21% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

Cheap Alaska Airlines flights from Los Angeles to Chicago

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Alaska Airlines for the route between Los Angeles and Chicago. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 539,242 searches. Data last updated 30 May 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Alaska Airlines flights we've found from Los Angeles to Chicago. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Thu 7/1108:00LAX - ORD
1 stop6h 48mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/1113:58ORD - LAX
1 stop10h 18mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 30/5$325
Tue 1/1008:00LAX - ORD
1 stop6h 47mAlaska Airlines
Tue 8/1017:45ORD - LAX
1 stop26h 48mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 30/5$329
Thu 24/1008:00LAX - ORD
1 stop6h 47mAlaska Airlines
Wed 30/1013:58ORD - LAX
1 stop10h 18mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 30/5$338
Thu 10/1019:45LAX - ORD
1 stop7h 45mAlaska Airlines
Sat 12/1017:45ORD - LAX
1 stop18h 26mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 30/5$380
Thu 24/1008:00LAX - ORD
1 stop6h 47mAlaska Airlines
Wed 30/1007:00ORD - LAX
2 stops13h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 30/5$388
Mon 14/1017:23LAX - ORD
1 stop21h 24mAlaska Airlines
Tue 5/1117:54ORD - LAX
1 stop8h 05mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 30/5$393
Wed 16/1008:00LAX - ORD
1 stop6h 47mAlaska Airlines
Sat 19/1017:45ORD - LAX
1 stop18h 26mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 30/5$405
Fri 8/1108:00LAX - ORD
1 stop6h 48mAlaska Airlines
Sun 10/1118:57ORD - LAX
1 stop17h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 30/5$418
Thu 7/1108:00LAX - ORD
1 stop6h 48mAlaska Airlines
Sun 10/1117:37ORD - LAX
2 stops18h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 30/5$426

Cheap United Airlines flights from Los Angeles to Chicago

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Los Angeles and Chicago. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 539,242 searches. Data last updated 30 May 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available United Airlines flights departing from Los Angeles and landing in Chicago. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Thu 29/817:50LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 08mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/919:35ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/5$400
Tue 27/800:30LAX - ORD
1 stop7h 37mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/913:05ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/5$415
Tue 27/800:30LAX - ORD
1 stop6h 47mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/914:00ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/5$435
Fri 8/1107:00LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 02mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/1108:50ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/5$450
Tue 27/800:30LAX - ORD
1 stop7h 37mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/907:10ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/5$451
Tue 27/800:30LAX - ORD
1 stop6h 47mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/912:45ORD - LAX
1 stop7h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/5$465
Tue 27/800:30LAX - ORD
1 stop7h 37mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/905:15ORD - LAX
1 stop6h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/5$516
Wed 28/800:30LAX - ORD
1 stop6h 47mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/917:55ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/5$541
Thu 29/800:30LAX - ORD
1 stop6h 47mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/918:30ORD - LAX
1 stop7h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/5$806

Cheap Los Angeles to Chicago flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Los Angeles to Chicago specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 539,242 searches. Prices were last updated on 30 May 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Los Angeles to Chicago in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Sat 29/623:35LAX - ORD
1 stop7h 07mDelta
Tue 30/707:35ORD - LAX
1 stop6h 29mDelta
Deal found 30/5$494
Sun 9/600:40LAX - ORD
1 stop5h 47mDelta
Thu 20/613:25ORD - LAX
1 stop9h 54mDelta
Deal found 30/5$507
Fri 7/600:40LAX - ORD
1 stop5h 47mDelta
Sat 15/613:25ORD - LAX
1 stop8h 54mDelta
Deal found 30/5$522
Tue 18/607:10LAX - ORD
1 stop9h 24mDelta
Thu 18/719:20ORD - LAX
1 stop7h 23mDelta
Deal found 30/5$524
Wed 12/617:40LAX - ORD
1 stop10h 00mAlaska Airlines
Sat 13/706:35ORD - LAX
1 stop16h 04mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 30/5$536
Mon 10/623:35LAX - ORD
1 stop6h 52mDelta
Thu 11/719:20ORD - LAX
1 stop7h 23mDelta
Deal found 30/5$538
Sun 9/616:20LAX - ORD
1 stop10h 20mAlaska Airlines
Wed 10/706:35ORD - LAX
1 stop16h 04mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 30/5$544
Fri 7/600:40LAX - ORD
1 stop5h 47mDelta
Thu 13/607:45ORD - LAX
1 stop6h 19mDelta
Deal found 30/5$553
Sun 30/600:45LAX - ORD
1 stop8h 35mDelta
Wed 31/709:00ORD - LAX
1 stop7h 16mDelta
Deal found 30/5$569

Los Angeles to Chicago 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Los Angeles and Chicago in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 539,242 searches. Data last updated 30 May 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Los Angeles to Chicago in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Tue 30/723:49LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 12mSpirit Airlines
Wed 31/722:38ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 30/5$230
Thu 4/723:37LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 12mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/720:26ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 30/5$240
Tue 30/723:49LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 12mSpirit Airlines
Wed 31/713:28ORD - LAX
1 stop9h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 30/5$251
Thu 4/723:37LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 12mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/707:01ORD - LAX
1 stop7h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 30/5$257
Tue 30/713:43LAX - ORD
1 stop14h 53mSpirit Airlines
Wed 31/713:28ORD - LAX
1 stop11h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 30/5$278
Tue 30/705:50LAX - ORD
2 stops22h 13mSpirit Airlines
Wed 31/713:28ORD - LAX
1 stop12h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 30/5$300
Thu 4/720:41LAX - ORD
1 stop7h 43mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/707:01ORD - LAX
1 stop7h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 30/5$314
Thu 7/1108:00LAX - ORD
1 stop6h 48mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/1113:58ORD - LAX
1 stop10h 18mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 30/5$325
Tue 1/1008:00LAX - ORD
1 stop6h 47mAlaska Airlines
Tue 8/1017:45ORD - LAX
1 stop26h 48mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 30/5$329

Direct flights to Chicago from Los Angeles

Discover direct flight options from Los Angeles to Chicago. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 539,242 searches. Data last updated 30 May 2024.
Consider booking one of these non-stop flights heading from Los Angeles to Chicago. Those looking to potentially save on 1 or 2-stop flights from Los Angeles to Chicago should utilise the search form at the top of the page.
Tue 30/723:49LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 12mSpirit Airlines
Wed 31/722:38ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 30/5$230
Thu 4/723:37LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 12mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/720:26ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 30/5$240
Thu 29/817:50LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 08mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/917:55ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/5$400
Mon 23/906:05LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 07mSpirit Airlines
Sun 13/1022:57ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 30/5$420
Fri 8/1107:00LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 02mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/1108:50ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/5$450
Fri 11/1023:59LAX - ORD
Nonstop3h 58mUnited Airlines
Mon 14/1021:35ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/5$575
Fri 22/1107:00LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 02mUnited Airlines
Wed 27/1119:35ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/5$817
Fri 26/723:15LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 07mUnited Airlines
Wed 31/721:33ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/5$880
Mon 1/723:59LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 01mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/719:35ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/5$910

Los Angeles to Chicago flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Los Angeles to Chicago for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 539,242 searches. Data last updated 30 May 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from Los Angeles to Chicago should consider booking one of these fares. Tip: verify your flight details before completing your reservation.
Sun 9/600:40LAX - ORD
1 stop5h 47mDelta
Thu 20/613:25ORD - LAX
1 stop9h 54mDelta
Deal found 30/5$507
Fri 7/600:40LAX - ORD
1 stop5h 47mDelta
Sat 15/613:25ORD - LAX
1 stop8h 54mDelta
Deal found 30/5$522
Sun 9/616:20LAX - ORD
1 stop10h 20mAlaska Airlines
Wed 10/706:35ORD - LAX
1 stop16h 04mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 30/5$544
Fri 7/600:40LAX - ORD
1 stop5h 47mDelta
Thu 13/607:45ORD - LAX
1 stop6h 19mDelta
Deal found 30/5$553
Thu 6/622:55LAX - ORD
1 stop7h 09mDelta
Thu 13/607:45ORD - LAX
1 stop6h 19mDelta
Deal found 30/5$583
Fri 7/600:40LAX - ORD
1 stop5h 47mDelta
Tue 11/617:55ORD - LAX
1 stop6h 52mDelta
Deal found 30/5$598
Sun 9/616:20LAX - ORD
1 stop10h 20mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/606:00ORD - LAX
1 stop9h 12mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 30/5$628
Thu 6/600:40LAX - ORD
1 stop5h 47mDelta
Mon 10/615:55ORD - LAX
1 stop6h 42mDelta
Deal found 30/5$658
Fri 7/600:40LAX - ORD
1 stop5h 47mDelta
Mon 8/706:05ORD - LAX
1 stop9h 12mDelta
Deal found 30/5$690

One-way flights to Chicago from Los Angeles

Search for one-way flight options from Los Angeles to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 539,242 searches. Data last updated 30 May 2024.
Users travelling one-way from Los Angeles to Chicago can select one of these great deals. Users can also find round-trip Los Angeles to Chicago flights by using the search form above.
Thu 19/923:55LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 30/5$112
Fri 7/606:23LAX - ORD
1 stop12h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 30/5$136
Wed 18/900:45LAX - ORD
1 stop9h 08mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 30/5$162
Fri 19/700:35LAX - ORD
1 stop6h 09mDelta
Deal found 30/5$178
Fri 7/623:37LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 30/5$196
Fri 7/606:23LAX - ORD
2 stops21h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 30/5$202
Wed 18/900:45LAX - ORD
2 stops21h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 30/5$204
Wed 7/800:35LAX - ORD
1 stop5h 59mDelta
Deal found 30/5$208
Thu 15/817:50LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/5$219

Find flights from Los Angeles to Chicago within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles to Chicago 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 539,242 searches. Data last updated 30 May 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

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Any airport

Budget

$230 - $556

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesChicago O'Hare Intl

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Tue 30/7

Nonstop4h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/7

Nonstop4h 27m

$230

Los AngelesChicago O'Hare Intl

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Thu 4/7

Nonstop4h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/7

Nonstop4h 29m

$240

Los AngelesChicago O'Hare Intl

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Tue 30/7

Nonstop4h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/7

1 stop9h 09m

$251

Los AngelesChicago O'Hare Intl

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Thu 7/11

1 stop6h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/11

1 stop10h 18m

$325

Los AngelesChicago O'Hare Intl

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Fri 9/8

1 stop5h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 19/8

1 stop7h 39m

$356

Los AngelesChicago O'Hare Intl

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Thu 29/8

Nonstop4h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/9

Nonstop4h 29m

$400

Los AngelesChicago O'Hare Intl

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Mon 23/9

1 stop6h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 13/10

Nonstop4h 31m

$421

Los AngelesChicago O'Hare Intl

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Thu 21/11

1 stop27h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 29/11

1 stop7h 02m

$510

Los AngelesChicago O'Hare Intl

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Wed 18/9

2 stops18h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 25/9

2 stops30h 44m

$556

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 30/5

How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Los Angeles to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 24 May 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago, you should look to book at least 69 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Los Angeles to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 26 May 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Chicago flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Los Angeles with our price prediction graph.
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Temperature and rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CHI

Temperature

-5 - 23 °C

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated 30 May 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and Sun Country Air from Los Angeles to Chicago to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.2
Very Good
5,958 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Southwest
8.2
Very Good
5,958 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very Good
5,958 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very Good
9,201 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very Good
5,958 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Delta
8.0
Very Good
10,430 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very Good
5,958 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

JetBlue
7.6
Good
4,356 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very Good
5,958 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,777 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very Good
5,958 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Los Angeles to Chicago?

    Los Angeles (LAX), located 15.1 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Los Angeles to Chicago. 3 airlines have flights from Los Angeles to Chicago on a regular basis. Booking flights from Los Angeles to Chicago should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 104 outbound flights to Chicago per day.

  • Can I find flights from Los Angeles to Chicago for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Los Angeles to Chicago for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $230, but on average you can expect to pay $340.

  • Are there direct flights from Los Angeles to Chicago for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has 15 direct flights from Los Angeles to Chicago under $300. A good price for a direct flight from Los Angeles to Chicago is less than $895.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Los Angeles to Chicago for under $600?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Los Angeles to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $600.

  • What days are direct flights available from Los Angeles to Chicago?

    Days when direct flights are available for this flight are: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from Los Angeles to Chicago on average per day?

    50 flight departures from Los Angeles to Chicago per day on average.
    Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 2% of flight departures
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 18% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 22% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 58% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Chicago?

    Departing from Los Angeles to Chicago will take you 4h 12m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2816 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Los Angeles to Chicago round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($230), Alaska Airlines ($325), and Delta ($356) offers the cheapest pricing from Los Angeles to Chicago. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 51% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Los Angeles to Chicago one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $112. Delta flights start at $178 while deals on United Airlines start at $219 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to Chicago?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago consider choosing Air China(91%), Brussels Airlines(90%) or ANA(90%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Chicago?

    The cheapest flight price from Los Angeles to Chicago is $174. On average you can expect to pay $453. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $300.

  • What does LAX to ORD mean?

    Los Angeles Airport is LAX and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is ORD. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD).

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Los Angeles to Chicago 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 Los Angeles to Chicago with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Los Angeles to Chicago 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 Los Angeles to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Los Angeles to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to Chicago?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Los Angeles to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles to Chicago 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 Los Angeles to Chicago that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Los Angeles to Chicago 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 Los Angeles to Chicago?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Los Angeles to Chicago 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 Los Angeles to Chicago flight deals updated?

    The Los Angeles to Chicago flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 30/5.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Los Angeles to Chicago?

    The most popular airlines flying from Los Angeles to Chicago are American Airlines, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago (average of $928). Flying from Los Angeles to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,591). 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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Spirit AirlinesCheapest$224Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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