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Cheap flights from Chicago to Los Angeles from £81

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 1/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — LAX
5 May — 12 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Los Angeles are usually found in September or October, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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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 30 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£120

One-way from

£81

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£216
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 23/5-24/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 55m total
  • Chicago to Los Angeles
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 1/7
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 29m total
  • Chicago to Los Angeles
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (£13 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£5 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 30 April 2025.

Fri 23/521:02ORD - LAX
1 stop14h 54mSpirit Airlines
Sat 24/500:41LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 29/4£120
Sat 14/611:50ORD - LAX
1 stop11h 33mMultiple Airlines
Sat 21/616:46LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/4£125
Mon 12/520:14ORD - LAX
1 stop25h 36mFrontier
Fri 16/520:05LAX - ORD
1 stop7h 05mFrontier
Deal found 29/4£139
Sat 26/706:00ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 29mUnited Airlines
Sat 2/800:08LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/4£168
Tue 3/607:00ORD - LAX
1 stop7h 57mAlaska Airlines
Tue 10/607:00LAX - ORD
1 stop9h 55mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 29/4£179
Fri 4/715:12ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 17mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/700:50LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 29/4£185
Sat 24/506:24ORD - LAX
1 stop8h 34mDelta
Sat 24/500:59LAX - ORD
1 stop6h 19mDelta
Deal found 30/4£192
Fri 20/618:17ORD - LAX
1 stop24h 45mSun Country Air
Sun 22/623:55LAX - ORD
1 stop15h 26mSun Country Air
Deal found 29/4£205
Thu 3/706:15ORD - LAX
1 stop7h 25mSouthwest
Tue 8/710:50LAX - ORD
2 stops10h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 29/4£221
Tue 6/506:00ORD - LAX
1 stop8h 56mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 6/513:56LAX - ORD
1 stop8h 03mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 29/4£306

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 23/5

21:02-09:56

1 stop14h 54m

Los Angeles

Sat 24/5

00:41-06:42

Nonstop4h 01m

£120

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 14/6

11:50-21:23

1 stop11h 33m

Los Angeles

Sat 21/6

16:46-23:05

Nonstop4h 19m

£125

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/5

20:14-19:50

1 stop25h 36m

Los Angeles

Fri 16/5

20:05-05:10

1 stop7h 05m

£139

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 26/7

06:00-08:29

Nonstop4h 29m

Los Angeles

Sat 2/8

00:08-06:20

Nonstop4h 12m

£168

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/6

07:00-12:57

1 stop7h 57m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/6

07:00-18:55

1 stop9h 55m

£179

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/7

15:12-17:29

Nonstop4h 17m

Los Angeles

Sat 12/7

00:50-07:02

Nonstop4h 12m

£185

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 24/5

06:24-12:58

1 stop8h 34m

Los Angeles

Sat 24/5

00:59-09:18

1 stop6h 19m

£192

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 20/6

18:17-17:02

1 stop24h 45m

Los Angeles

Sun 22/6

23:55-17:21

1 stop15h 26m

£205

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/7

06:15-11:40

1 stop7h 25m

Los Angeles

Tue 8/7

10:50-23:05

2 stops10h 15m

£221

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/7

12:54-15:23

Nonstop4h 29m

£81

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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 25 April 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Los Angeles is 54 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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 £575). Flying from Chicago to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of £811). 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 30 April 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Los Angeles in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 78% 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 30 April 2025.

The most flights from CHI to LAX are scheduled on a Tuesday (105 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (36 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 30 April 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 stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,961 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,961 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,961 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very Good
4,295 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,961 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,936 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,961 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,402 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,961 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,961 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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 1 airline. Los Angeles is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Los Angeles’s city center.

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines (£120), Frontier (£139), and United Airlines (£168) offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago to Los Angeles. These flights start at 43% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £81. Hawaiian Airlines flights start at £87 while deals on Southwest start at £88 one-way.

  • 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 (89%) and Asiana Airlines (88%).

  • 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 £575). Flying from Chicago to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of £811). 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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