How often are flights from Los Angeles to Chicago delayed?

About 12% of weekly flights between Los Angeles and Chicago have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 184 minutes.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Los Angeles to Chicago flights?

Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.

What is the most punctual flight time for Los Angeles to Chicago flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

A quick flight from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport can take about 4h 10m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £184. The distance between Los Angeles and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is about 1740 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

The most flights from LAX to ORD are scheduled on a Monday (130 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (73 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport when rainfall is around 43.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, 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).

What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on time: Atlas Air (100%), KLM (100%), Air China (94%).

What airport do you fly from for flights from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl?

Most people fly from Los Angeles (LAX) if they book a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl. On average, Los Angeles has 108 outbound flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl per day from 0 airlines. Los Angeles is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Los Angeles’s city center.

Can I find deals for flights from Los Angeles to O'Hare Intl that include hotel bookings?

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Booking 75 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. 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 Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of £252). Flying from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of £326). 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 LAX to ORD?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 59% on airfare.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

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Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights typically cost between £203 and £389 in December.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £184 on United Airlines (8 Dec–9 Dec).

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What airport do you fly from for flights from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl?
Most people fly from Los Angeles (LAX) if they book a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl. On average, Los Angeles has 108 outbound flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl per day from 0 airlines. Los Angeles is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Los Angeles’s city center.
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
A quick flight from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport can take about 4h 10m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £184. The distance between Los Angeles and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is about 1740 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on time: Atlas Air (100%), KLM (100%), Air China (94%).
Can I find deals for flights from Los Angeles to O'Hare Intl that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Los Angeles to O'Hare Intl flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to O'Hare Intl?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Los Angeles to O'Hare Intl.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Los Angeles to O'Hare Intl?
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of £252). Flying from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of £326). 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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Booking 75 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. 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 Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

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

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 59% on airfare.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights typically cost between £203 and £389 in December.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £184 on United Airlines (8 Dec–9 Dec).

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The most flights from LAX to ORD are scheduled on a Monday (130 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (73 on average).

How often are flights from Los Angeles to Chicago delayed?

About 12% of weekly flights between Los Angeles and Chicago have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 184 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Los Angeles to Chicago flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Los Angeles to Chicago flights?

Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.

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Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights typically cost between £203 and £389 in December.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £184 on United Airlines (8 Dec–9 Dec).