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Cheap flights from Chicago to Los Angeles from $128

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Chicago to Los Angeles departing on 28/6. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Frontier Logo
06:10 - 08:43ORD-LAX
4h 33mdirect
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16:46 - 23:05LAX-ORD
4h 19mdirect
$205Frontier
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Sat, 7 Jun - Sat, 14 Jun
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06:10 - 08:43ORD-LAX
4h 33mdirect
Frontier Logo
16:46 - 23:05LAX-ORD
4h 19mdirect
$214Frontier
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Sat, 7 Jun - Sat, 14 Jun
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06:10 - 08:43ORD-LAX
4h 33mdirect
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00:44 - 06:51LAX-ORD
4h 07mdirect
Sat, 7 Jun - Fri, 13 Jun
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06:10 - 08:43ORD-LAX
4h 33mdirect
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00:44 - 06:51LAX-ORD
4h 07mdirect
Sat, 7 Jun - Fri, 13 Jun
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06:10 - 08:43ORD-LAX
4h 33mdirect
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23:35 - 09:26LAX-ORD
7h 51m1 stop
Sat, 7 Jun - Sat, 14 Jun
United Airlines Logo
21:42 - 00:15ORD-LAX
4h 33mdirect
United Airlines Logo
00:08 - 06:20LAX-ORD
4h 12mdirect
$346United Airlines
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Wed, 6 Aug - Fri, 8 Aug
Alaska Airlines Logo
08:00 - 14:46ORD-LAX
8h 46m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
18:45 - 05:40LAX-ORD
8h 55m1 stop
$368Alaska Airlines
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Tue, 10 Jun - Tue, 10 Jun
Alaska Airlines Logo
20:42 - 08:45ORD-LAX
14h 03m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
14:06 - 23:50LAX-ORD
7h 44m1 stop
$371Alaska Airlines
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Sun, 7 Sep - Sat, 13 Sep
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
07:00 - 15:24ORD-LAX
10h 24m1 stop
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
18:45 - 05:40LAX-ORD
8h 55m1 stop
$386Hawaiian Airlines
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Sat, 24 May - Sat, 24 May
United Airlines Logo
19:45 - 22:31ORD-LAX
4h 46mdirect
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08:25 - 14:42LAX-ORD
4h 17mdirect
$390United Airlines
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Wed, 7 May - Sat, 10 May

Alaska Airlines flights from Chicago to Los Angeles

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Chicago to Los Angeles flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
10 June
ORD08:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 46m
1 stop
LAX14:46Los Angeles
10 June
LAX18:45Los Angeles
8h 55m
1 stop
ORD05:40Chicago O'Hare Intl
Alaska Airlines
7 Sept
ORD20:42Chicago O'Hare Intl
14h 03m
1 stop
LAX08:45Los Angeles
13 Sept
LAX14:06Los Angeles
7h 44m
1 stop
ORD23:50Chicago O'Hare Intl
Alaska Airlines
16 Aug
ORD19:18Chicago O'Hare Intl
14h 16m
1 stop
LAX07:34Los Angeles
19 Aug
LAX08:52Los Angeles
7h 26m
1 stop
ORD18:18Chicago O'Hare Intl

American Airlines flights from Chicago to Los Angeles

Our best American Airlines deals on Chicago to Los Angeles flight tickets
American Airlines
20 May
ORD14:50Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 57m
1 stop
LAX21:47Los Angeles
22 May
LAX17:43Los Angeles
4h 13m
ORD23:56Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines
5 May
ORD13:33Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 38m
LAX16:11Los Angeles
8 May
LAX22:59Los Angeles
4h 11m
ORD05:10Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines
8 May
ORD19:13Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 39m
LAX21:52Los Angeles
11 May
LAX23:45Los Angeles
4h 08m
ORD05:53Chicago O'Hare Intl

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Los Angeles?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?

The month of October is another great option to travel to Los Angeles, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $383.

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

According to our data, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly to Los Angeles from Chicago. The lowest ticket price found for a Saturday departure recently was $1,367. 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 Wednesday because tickets tend to average around $2,686. 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 $191 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Flights to Los Angeles are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $2,163. 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 O'Hare Intl 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 5 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Los Angeles for around $442 when searching 5 weeks out.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 $365 on momondo.

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

There are 4 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.

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

As of April 2025, prices for Chicago to Los Angeles flights are approximately 3% 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

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Best price found

$128

Fastest flight time

4h 27m

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Airports in Los Angeles

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The best one-way flight to Los Angeles from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $128. The best return flight deal from Chicago to Los Angeles found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $205.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Los Angeles takes 4h 27m
Direct flights go from Chicago to Los Angeles every day.
There is 1 airport near Los Angeles: Los Angeles (LAX)

  • 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 29m 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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