Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Chicago from $143
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 1/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CHI
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
Return
1 adult
Economy
The best prices from Los Angeles to Chicago are usually found in January or February, booked 30 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday 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 19 December 2024.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 December 2024.
Tue 31/1205:45LAX - ORD
1 stop8h 55mDelta
Wed 8/106:15ORD - LAX
1 stop9h 35mDelta
Deal found 18/12$529
Tue 31/1206:00LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 16mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/117:50ORD - LAX
1 stop7h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/12$627
Wed 25/1213:15LAX - ORD
2 stops7h 50mSouthwest
Wed 1/113:45ORD - LAX
2 stops9h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 17/12$857
Mon 23/1220:00LAX - ORD
1 stop19h 59mAlaska Airlines
Mon 13/115:35ORD - LAX
2 stops10h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 18/12$906
Sun 29/1223:59LAX - ORD
1 stop16h 39mSun Country Air
Thu 2/111:53ORD - LAX
1 stop7h 03mSun Country Air
Deal found 17/12$1,029
Tue 17/1200:55LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 03mSpirit Airlines
Wed 18/1221:08ORD - LAX
1 stop12h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 18/12$1,361
Best flights from Los Angeles to Chicago
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Los Angeles to Chicago that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 19 December 2024.
Wed 19/207:04LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 04mUnited Airlines
Wed 19/215:40ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/12$276
Sat 1/223:52LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 03mSpirit Airlines
Sat 8/212:56ORD - LAX
3 stops28h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 18/12$338
Tue 28/107:00LAX - ORD
1 stop8h 59mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/207:45ORD - LAX
1 stop9h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 17/12$360
Tue 4/222:30LAX - ORD
1 stop8h 46mDelta
Thu 6/213:40ORD - LAX
1 stop8h 20mDelta
Deal found 18/12$400
Sat 1/205:35LAX - ORD
2 stops9h 10mSouthwest
Tue 4/207:30ORD - LAX
2 stops11h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 18/12$470
Thu 22/508:55LAX - ORD
1 stop6h 56mSun Country Air
Sun 1/620:05ORD - LAX
1 stop13h 49mSun Country Air
Deal found 17/12$579
Direct flights from Los Angeles to Chicago
Explore direct flight options from Los Angeles to Chicago based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 19 December 2024.
Wed 19/207:04LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 04mUnited Airlines
Wed 19/215:40ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/12$276
Thu 27/300:20LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 05mAmerican Airlines
Thu 3/418:45ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 18/12$957
Last-minute flights from Los Angeles to Chicago
Discover last-minute flight deals from Los Angeles to Chicago. Data last updated 19 December 2024 and is based on user searches.
Tue 24/1223:55LAX - ORD
1 stop7h 29mDelta
Wed 8/107:15ORD - LAX
2 stops11h 31mDelta
Deal found 18/12$576
Wed 25/1217:49LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 31/1219:52ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/12$764
Wed 25/1213:15LAX - ORD
2 stops7h 50mSouthwest
Wed 1/113:45ORD - LAX
2 stops9h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 17/12$857
Wed 25/1206:00LAX - ORD
1 stop9h 59mAlaska Airlines
Thu 2/107:00ORD - LAX
2 stops15h 16mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 18/12$906
Sun 29/1223:59LAX - ORD
1 stop16h 39mSun Country Air
Thu 2/111:53ORD - LAX
1 stop7h 03mSun Country Air
Deal found 17/12$1,029
Thu 2/117:56LAX - ORD
1 stop15h 01mSun Country Air
Mon 6/119:00ORD - LAX
1 stop19h 06mSun Country Air
Deal found 17/12$727
Wed 8/111:55LAX - ORD
1 stop10h 16mDelta
Sat 18/109:46ORD - LAX
1 stop10h 23mDelta
Deal found 18/12$406
Sat 11/108:05LAX - ORD
2 stops9h 35mSouthwest
Tue 21/117:45ORD - LAX
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 18/12$486
Tue 21/123:53LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 01mUnited Airlines
Tue 28/112:55ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/12$427
Tue 28/107:00LAX - ORD
1 stop8h 59mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/207:45ORD - LAX
1 stop9h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 17/12$360
One-way flights from Los Angeles to Chicago
Search for one-way flight options from Los Angeles to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.
Sat 1/314:16LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/12$143
Fri 17/109:20LAX - ORD
1 stop9h 33mDelta
Deal found 17/12$203
Tue 11/210:14LAX - ORD
2 stops11h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 18/12$219
Sat 1/305:40LAX - ORD
2 stops12h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 18/12$337
Fri 4/420:09LAX - ORD
1 stop13h 18mJetBlue
Deal found 18/12$352
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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.
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Price
Los AngelesChicago
LAX - ORD
LAXORD
Los Angeles
Wed 19/2
07:04-13:08
Nonstop4h 04m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 19/2
15:40-18:25
Nonstop4h 45m
$276
Los AngelesChicago
LAX - ORD
LAXORD
Los Angeles
Sat 1/2
23:52-05:55
Nonstop4h 03m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 8/2
12:56-15:32
3 stops28h 36m
$338
Los AngelesChicago
LAX - ORD
LAXORD
Los Angeles
Tue 28/1
07:00-17:59
1 stop8h 59m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 4/2
07:45-14:59
1 stop9h 14m
$360
Los AngelesChicago
LAX - ORD
LAXORD
Los Angeles
Tue 4/2
22:30-09:16
1 stop8h 46m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 6/2
13:40-20:00
1 stop8h 20m
$400
Los AngelesChicago
LAX - ORD
LAXORD
Los Angeles
Sat 1/2
05:35-16:45
2 stops9h 10m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 4/2
07:30-16:30
2 stops11h 00m
$470
Los AngelesChicago
LAX - ORD
LAXORD
Los Angeles
Thu 22/5
08:55-17:51
1 stop6h 56m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 1/6
20:05-07:54
1 stop13h 49m
$579
Los AngelesChicago
LAX - ORD
LAXORD
Los Angeles
Sat 1/3
14:16-20:25
Nonstop4h 09m
$143
Los AngelesChicago
LAX - ORD
LAXORD
Los Angeles
Fri 17/1
09:20-20:53
1 stop9h 33m
$203
Los AngelesChicago
LAX - ORD
LAXORD
Los Angeles
Tue 11/2
10:14-23:59
2 stops11h 45m
$219
Los AngelesChicago
LAX - ORD
LAXORD
Los Angeles
Sat 1/3
05:40-19:40
2 stops12h 00m
$337
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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago
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Travel insights for flights from Los Angeles to Chicago
Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Los Angeles to Chicago including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.
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 13 December 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago, you should look to book at least 30 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.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LAX to CHI?
Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 December 2024.
It’s optimal to fly from Los Angeles to Chicago in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 51% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.
Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Chicago
Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Chicago. 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 19 December 2024.
The most flights from LAX to CHI are scheduled on a Wednesday (103 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).
Rainfall in Chicago by month
Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 43.0 - 125.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 125.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 43.0 mm.
Temperature in Chicago by month
Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, 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 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -5.0 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 19 December 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Delta 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.
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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. 0 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 40 outbound flights to Chicago per day.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Los Angeles to Chicago round-trip?
According to our current data, United Airlines ($276), Spirit Airlines ($338), and Alaska Airlines ($360) offers the cheapest pricing from Los Angeles to Chicago. Users have found that United Airlines is 43% 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 United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $143. Delta flights start at $203 while deals on Alaska 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 Brussels Airlines(95%), Emirates(95%) or Fiji Airways(91%), 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 $217. On average you can expect to pay $379. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $249.
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.
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