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Cheap flights from Chicago to Los Angeles 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 7/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — LAX
5 Apr — 12 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Los Angeles are usually found in September or October, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Los Angeles (LAX). 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 31 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$242

One-way from

$143

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$571

Good round-trip deal

$744 or less

Good one-way deal

$361 or less
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 8/5-12/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 16m total
  • Chicago to Los Angeles
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 7/5
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 41m total
  • Chicago to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($49 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($23 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Chicago (CHI) to Los Angeles.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Los Angeles.

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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 31 March 2025.

Thu 8/518:59ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 31mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/518:52LAX - ORD
1 stop14h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 31/3$242
Wed 6/816:50ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 31mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/800:08LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 31/3$377
Wed 23/417:56ORD - LAX
1 stop16h 47mAlaska Airlines
Tue 29/415:08LAX - ORD
1 stop12h 57mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 31/3$388
Sat 26/410:20ORD - LAX
1 stop6h 29mDelta
Mon 28/400:45LAX - ORD
1 stop5h 50mDelta
Deal found 31/3$425
Tue 29/413:24ORD - LAX
1 stop13h 43mJetBlue
Sat 10/507:55LAX - ORD
1 stop11h 59mJetBlue
Deal found 31/3$431
Tue 22/716:20ORD - LAX
1 stop8h 40mSouthwest
Sat 26/705:15LAX - ORD
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 31/3$436
Sun 27/408:15ORD - LAX
1 stop16h 35mSun Country Air
Fri 9/510:55LAX - ORD
1 stop6h 14mSun Country Air
Deal found 31/3$453
Thu 8/511:45ORD - LAX
2 stops12h 16mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/500:35LAX - ORD
2 stops11h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/3$477
Mon 14/408:25ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 35mAmerican Airlines
Fri 18/423:05LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 30/3$584

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Chicago

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Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/5

18:59-21:30

Nonstop4h 31m

Los Angeles

Mon 12/5

18:52-10:55

1 stop14h 03m

$242

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/8

16:50-19:21

Nonstop4h 31m

Los Angeles

Fri 8/8

00:08-06:20

Nonstop4h 12m

$377

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 23/4

17:56-08:43

1 stop16h 47m

Los Angeles

Tue 29/4

15:08-06:05

1 stop12h 57m

$388

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 26/4

10:20-14:49

1 stop6h 29m

Los Angeles

Mon 28/4

00:45-08:35

1 stop5h 50m

$425

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 29/4

13:24-22:14

1 stop10h 50m

Los Angeles

Tue 6/5

23:52-15:04

1 stop13h 12m

$431

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 22/7

16:20-23:00

1 stop8h 40m

Los Angeles

Sat 26/7

05:15-14:00

1 stop6h 45m

$436

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 27/4

08:15-22:50

1 stop16h 35m

Los Angeles

Fri 9/5

10:55-19:09

1 stop6h 14m

$453

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/5

11:45-22:01

2 stops12h 16m

Los Angeles

Sun 11/5

00:35-14:15

2 stops11h 40m

$477

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 14/4

08:25-11:00

Nonstop4h 35m

Los Angeles

Fri 18/4

23:05-05:14

Nonstop4h 09m

$584

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/5

09:02-11:43

Nonstop4h 41m

$143

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Los Angeles

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Los Angeles

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Chicago to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2025.

Booking 68 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Los Angeles. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Los Angeles (average of $784). Flying from Chicago to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,319). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 31 March 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Los Angeles in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 92% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Los Angeles. 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 31 March 2025.

The most flights from CHI to LAX are scheduled on a Sunday (111 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (37 on average).

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, 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 14.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated 31 March 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Chicago to Los Angeles. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
8.0
Very Good

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Los Angeles from Chicago?

    Most people fly into Los Angeles (LAX) if they book a flight to Los Angeles from Chicago. On average, Los Angeles has 70 inbound flights from Chicago per day from 0 airlines. Los Angeles is conveniently located just 15.1 km from Los Angeles’s city centre.

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

    Currently priced at $242, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Chicago to Los Angeles and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Alaska Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $377 and $388, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 47% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $143 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines, with prices starting from $173 and $183, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Los Angeles are ANA (91%), Air China (88%) and Japan Airlines (88%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $994 for a flight from Chicago to Los Angeles. The cheapest flight overall is $135 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $375.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Los Angeles by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Los Angeles (average of $784). Flying from Chicago to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,319). 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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