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Cheap flights from Chicago to Los Angeles from $141

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 21/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — LAX
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Chicago to Los Angeles are usually found in September or October, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday 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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$191

One-way from

$141

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$452

Good round-trip deal

$1,359 or less

Good one-way deal

$800 or less
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 8/4-17/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 22m total
  • Chicago to Los Angeles
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 21/5
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 45m total
  • Chicago to Los Angeles
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($20 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 21 February 2025.

Tue 8/410:01ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 51mMultiple Airlines
Thu 17/420:18LAX - ORD
1 stop10h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$191
Tue 1/405:55ORD - LAX
2 stops18h 48mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/405:52LAX - ORD
1 stop5h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 21/2$216
Fri 18/414:15ORD - LAX
1 stop10h 24mDelta
Wed 23/407:00LAX - ORD
1 stop8h 30mDelta
Deal found 20/2$287
Tue 13/519:45ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 46mUnited Airlines
Wed 21/516:49LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/2$298
Wed 16/407:40ORD - LAX
2 stops10h 46mAlaska Airlines
Wed 23/415:08LAX - ORD
1 stop12h 57mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 20/2$401
Wed 23/413:22ORD - LAX
1 stop13h 20mJetBlue
Tue 29/400:59LAX - ORD
1 stop9h 18mJetBlue
Deal found 20/2$425
Tue 1/407:09ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 33mAmerican Airlines
Fri 4/400:58LAX - ORD
1 stop6h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 21/2$441
Thu 14/820:10ORD - LAX
1 stop13h 46mSun Country Air
Mon 18/808:55LAX - ORD
1 stop8h 16mSun Country Air
Deal found 20/2$494
Wed 12/313:30ORD - LAX
2 stops10h 05mSouthwest
Wed 19/306:25LAX - ORD
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 20/2$557

Find flights from Chicago to Los Angeles within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Los Angeles 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 21 February 2025.

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Chicago

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/4

10:01-12:52

Nonstop4h 51m

Los Angeles

Thu 17/4

20:18-08:49

1 stop10h 31m

$191

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/4

05:55-22:43

2 stops18h 48m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/4

05:52-13:39

1 stop5h 47m

$216

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 18/4

14:15-22:39

1 stop10h 24m

Los Angeles

Wed 23/4

07:00-17:30

1 stop8h 30m

$287

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 13/5

19:45-22:31

Nonstop4h 46m

Los Angeles

Wed 21/5

16:49-23:00

Nonstop4h 11m

$298

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 16/4

07:40-16:26

2 stops10h 46m

Los Angeles

Wed 23/4

15:08-06:05

1 stop12h 57m

$401

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 23/4

13:22-00:42

1 stop13h 20m

Los Angeles

Tue 29/4

00:59-12:17

1 stop9h 18m

$425

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/4

07:09-09:42

Nonstop4h 33m

Los Angeles

Fri 4/4

00:58-09:27

1 stop6h 29m

$441

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/3

13:30-21:35

2 stops10h 05m

Los Angeles

Wed 19/3

06:25-15:00

1 stop6h 35m

$557

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 21/5

21:14-23:59

Nonstop4h 45m

$141

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 15/3

13:26-19:54

1 stop8h 28m

$202

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Los Angeles

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Chicago to Los Angeles including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 14 February 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Los Angeles (average of $793). 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 21 February 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 21 February 2025.

The most flights from CHI to LAX are scheduled on a Thursday (97 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (52 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 21 February 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,401 reviews
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Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,401 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,401 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,697 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,401 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,212 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,401 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,315 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,401 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,069 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,401 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

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 79 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 $230, 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 Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $298 and $318, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 49% 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?

    $141 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 Delta and Alaska Airlines, with prices starting from $202 and $230, 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 Finnair (92%), Royal Jordanian (88%) and Japan Airlines (86%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,190 for a flight from Chicago to Los Angeles. The cheapest flight overall is $185 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $171.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Los Angeles (average of $793). 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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