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Cheap flights from Chicago to Los Angeles from $125

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Frontier Logo
06:50 - 00:25ORD-LAX
19h 35m1 stop
Frontier Logo
06:44 - 00:15LAX-ORD
15h 31m1 stop
$234Frontier
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Mon, 27 Oct - Mon, 3 Nov
United Airlines Logo
07:10 - 09:50ORD-LAX
4h 40mdirect
United Airlines Logo
07:00 - 13:10LAX-ORD
4h 10mdirect
$248United Airlines
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Sat, 8 Nov - Wed, 12 Nov
Frontier Logo
11:51 - 20:36ORD-LAX
10h 45m1 stop
Frontier Logo
16:42 - 23:00LAX-ORD
4h 18mdirect
$260Frontier
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Mon, 27 Oct - Mon, 3 Nov
Southwest Logo
14:15 - 19:15ORD-LAX
7h 00m1 stop
Southwest Logo
10:50 - 22:35LAX-ORD
9h 45m2 stops
$280Southwest
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Tue, 4 Nov - Wed, 5 Nov
Southwest Logo
18:55 - 23:25ORD-LAX
6h 30m1 stop
Southwest Logo
05:30 - 16:45LAX-ORD
9h 15m2 stops
$286Southwest
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Wed, 1 Oct - Sat, 4 Oct
Delta Logo
07:37 - 15:30ORD-LAX
9h 53m1 stop
Delta Logo
14:00 - 23:50LAX-ORD
7h 50m1 stop
$311Delta
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Thu, 30 Oct - Wed, 5 Nov
Alaska Airlines Logo
06:00 - 15:20ORD-LAX
11h 20m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
13:32 - 23:59LAX-ORD
8h 27m1 stop
$325Alaska Airlines
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Mon, 8 Dec - Wed, 10 Dec
Delta Logo
17:29 - 23:03ORD-LAX
7h 34m1 stop
Delta Logo
06:00 - 14:59LAX-ORD
6h 59m1 stop
$328Delta
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Sat, 6 Dec - Wed, 10 Dec
Alaska Airlines Logo
15:15 - 00:01ORD-LAX
10h 46m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
11:59 - 23:59LAX-ORD
10h 00m2 stops
$344Alaska Airlines
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Fri, 24 Oct - Tue, 28 Oct
Sun Country Air Logo
11:42 - 17:16ORD-LAX
7h 34m1 stop
Sun Country Air Logo
18:10 - 19:40LAX-ORD
23h 30m1 stop
$374Sun Country Air
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Mon, 24 Nov - Thu, 27 Nov

Frontier flights from Chicago to Los Angeles

Our best Frontier deals on Chicago to Los Angeles flight tickets
Frontier
27 Oct
ORD06:50Chicago O'Hare Intl
19h 35m
1 stop
LAX00:25Los Angeles
3 Nov
LAX06:44Los Angeles
15h 31m
1 stop
ORD00:15Chicago O'Hare Intl
$234
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Frontier
27 Oct
ORD11:51Chicago O'Hare Intl
10h 45m
1 stop
LAX20:36Los Angeles
3 Nov
LAX16:42Los Angeles
4h 18m
ORD23:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
$260
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Frontier
27 Oct
ORD07:25Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 26m
LAX09:51Los Angeles
3 Nov
LAX16:42Los Angeles
4h 18m
ORD23:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
$352
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United Airlines flights from Chicago to Los Angeles

Our best United Airlines deals on Chicago to Los Angeles flight tickets
United Airlines
8 Nov
ORD07:10Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 40m
LAX09:50Los Angeles
11 Nov
LAX07:00Los Angeles
4h 10m
ORD13:10Chicago O'Hare Intl
$248
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United Airlines
29 Oct
ORD15:40Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 35m
LAX18:15Los Angeles
31 Oct
LAX16:52Los Angeles
4h 07m
ORD22:59Chicago O'Hare Intl
$272
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United Airlines
23 Oct
ORD15:40Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 28m
LAX18:08Los Angeles
26 Oct
LAX23:20Los Angeles
3h 56m
ORD05:16Chicago O'Hare Intl
$296
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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, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 14 September 2025.
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ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 27/10

06:50-00:25

1 stop19h 35m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/11

06:44-00:15

1 stop15h 31m

$234

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/11

07:10-09:50

Nonstop4h 40m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/11

07:00-13:10

Nonstop4h 10m

$248

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 27/10

11:51-20:36

1 stop10h 45m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/11

16:42-23:00

Nonstop4h 18m

$260

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/11

14:15-19:15

1 stop7h 00m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/11

10:50-22:35

2 stops9h 45m

$280

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/10

18:55-23:25

1 stop6h 30m

Los Angeles

Sat 4/10

05:30-16:45

2 stops9h 15m

$286

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 30/10

07:37-15:30

1 stop9h 53m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/11

14:00-23:50

1 stop7h 50m

$311

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/12

06:00-15:20

1 stop11h 20m

Los Angeles

Wed 10/12

13:32-23:59

1 stop8h 27m

$325

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/12

17:29-23:03

1 stop7h 34m

Los Angeles

Wed 10/12

06:00-14:59

1 stop6h 59m

$328

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 24/10

15:15-00:01

1 stop10h 46m

Los Angeles

Tue 28/10

11:59-23:59

2 stops10h 00m

$344

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 24/11

11:42-17:16

1 stop7h 34m

Los Angeles

Thu 27/11

18:10-19:40

1 stop23h 30m

$374

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to Los Angeles

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?

The month of August is another great option to travel to Los Angeles, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $367.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?

According to our data, Sunday is the cheapest day to fly to Los Angeles from Chicago. The lowest ticket price found for a Sunday departure recently was $1,305. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Monday because tickets tend to average around $2,040. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Los Angeles.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?

Flying to Los Angeles from Chicago in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $488 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Flights to Los Angeles are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $1,977. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Los Angeles flight route?

Fly from Chicago Midway to Los Angeles for the best Chicago - Los Angeles flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Los Angeles from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Los Angeles for around $404 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Los Angeles from Chicago for as low as $337 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Chicago to Los Angeles flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago to Los Angeles flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Los Angeles flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Chicago to Los Angeles.

How have Chicago to Los Angeles flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for Chicago to Los Angeles flights are approximately 4% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Chicago to Los Angeles

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Chicago to Los Angeles according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Chicago to Los Angeles (CHI to LAX) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Chicago to Los Angeles

Best price found

$314

Fastest flight time

4h 19m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Los Angeles

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Los Angeles from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $314. The best return flight deal from Chicago to Los Angeles found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,915.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Los Angeles takes 4h 19m
Direct flights go from Chicago to Los Angeles every day.
There is 1 airport near Los Angeles: Los Angeles (LAX)
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  • How far is Chicago to Los Angeles by plane?

    A flight from Chicago to Los Angeles will travel around 2808.0 km. Typically, this will take 4h 26m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Los Angeles Airport?

    Prices for flights from Chicago to Los Angeles Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Los Angeles Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Chicago to Los Angeles Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Los Angeles Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Los Angeles Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Chicago to Los Angeles?

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Can I find flights from Chicago to Los Angeles with flexible booking policies on momondo?

All flight searches from Chicago to Los Angeles on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.

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