Find flights
Deals
When to book
Airlines
FAQs

Cheap flights from Chicago to Los Angeles from £58

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 15/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — LAX
12 Oct — 19 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Los Angeles are usually found in September or October, booked 24 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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 12 September 2025.

Round-trip from

£114

One-way from

£58

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£169

Good round-trip deal

£1,253 or less

Good one-way deal

£66 or less
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 25/10-1/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 52m total
  • Chicago to Los Angeles
Search Deals
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 15/11
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 26m total
  • Chicago to Los Angeles
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (£16 potential increase over avg. return price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£6 potential savings vs. average return price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Search Deals
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Chicago (CHI) to Los Angeles.
Search Deals
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Los Angeles.
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Chicago to Los Angeles

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 12 September 2025.

Sat 25/1007:05ORD - LAX
1 stop19h 20mFrontier
Sat 1/1111:40LAX - ORD
1 stop10h 32mFrontier
Deal found 10/9£114
Sat 1/1107:10ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/1110:15LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/9£122
Wed 19/1114:15ORD - LAX
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Tue 16/1213:10LAX - ORD
1 stop7h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 11/9£133
Wed 29/1014:30ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 39mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/1105:00LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/9£134
Tue 30/912:40ORD - LAX
1 stop9h 05mSouthwest
Wed 1/1014:35LAX - ORD
1 stop6h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 10/9£137
Wed 15/1018:26ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 35mUnited Airlines
Sun 19/1006:00LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/9£142
Wed 15/1014:25ORD - LAX
1 stop8h 11mDelta
Wed 22/1011:43LAX - ORD
1 stop10h 07mDelta
Deal found 11/9£145
Wed 8/1017:25ORD - LAX
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Sun 12/1005:55LAX - ORD
1 stop8h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 11/9£148
Thu 4/1213:00ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 30mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/1200:25LAX - ORD
Nonstop3h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/9£151

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 12 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Los Angeles that are best for you.

Fly from

Chicago

Fly to

Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/10

16:40-19:08

Nonstop4h 28m

Los Angeles

Sat 4/10

13:20-19:35

Nonstop4h 15m

£122

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/1

20:10-22:59

Nonstop4h 49m

Los Angeles

Sat 17/1

23:05-05:15

Nonstop4h 10m

£122

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/10

18:26-21:01

Nonstop4h 35m

Los Angeles

Wed 8/10

12:34-18:52

Nonstop4h 18m

£122

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 17/10

21:26-23:59

Nonstop4h 33m

Los Angeles

Mon 27/10

00:25-06:29

Nonstop4h 04m

£134

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/10

18:26-21:01

Nonstop4h 35m

Los Angeles

Sun 19/10

22:55-05:06

Nonstop4h 11m

£134

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/10

20:05-22:40

Nonstop4h 35m

Los Angeles

Tue 14/10

23:59-06:10

Nonstop4h 11m

£134

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 29/10

08:48-11:30

Nonstop4h 42m

Los Angeles

Sat 1/11

00:25-05:29

Nonstop4h 04m

£134

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/11

18:00-20:35

Nonstop4h 35m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/11

23:20-05:16

Nonstop3h 56m

£134

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/11

07:10-09:50

Nonstop4h 40m

Los Angeles

Fri 7/11

00:25-06:29

Nonstop4h 04m

£134

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/10

07:10-09:37

Nonstop4h 27m

Los Angeles

Wed 15/10

17:00-23:15

Nonstop4h 15m

£134

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 11/9

Showing 1-10 of 23 results
1
2
3

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Los Angeles

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Los Angeles from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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 29 August 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Los Angeles is 24 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 12 September 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Los Angeles in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 85% 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 12 September 2025.

The most flights from CHI to LAX are scheduled on a Thursday (124 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (78 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Chicago to Los Angeles?

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 12 September 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines from Chicago to Los Angeles have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,023 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

6.6

Entertainment

5.0

Comfort

5.9

Food

5.1

Crew

7.0

Overall

6.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Rebecca,Sept 2025

DTW - LAX

At least one free drink and snack. Plugs for charging on long flights and wider seats.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,023 reviews
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,023 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

6.6

Entertainment

5.0

Comfort

5.9

Food

5.1

Crew

7.0

Overall

6.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Rebecca,Sept 2025

DTW - LAX

At least one free drink and snack. Plugs for charging on long flights and wider seats.

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 102 inbound flights from Chicago per day from 1 airline. Los Angeles is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Los Angeles’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Los Angeles?

    United Airlines can get you from Chicago to Los Angeles in just under 4h 28m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. There are 1740 mi between Chicago and Los Angeles. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Chicago to Los Angeles round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines (£85), offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago to Los Angeles. This flight start at 57% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • 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 Austrian Airlines (81%), Brussels Airlines (78%) and Frontier (78%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £50. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Los Angeles) can be booked for £137 on average, our data indicates £670 when flying from Chicago to Los Angeles.

  • 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.

See more FAQs

Travelling to a place near Los Angeles?

Book flights to Los Angeles if you plan to visit one of these locations
West Hollywood
Laguna Hills
Glendale
Woodland Hills
Torrance
Chino Hills
Artesia
La Puente
Cerritos
Simi Valley
Aliso Viejo
Dana Point
Calabasas
Inglewood
Vista
El Segundo
Culver City
Garden Grove
Thousand Oaks
Camarillo

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Chicago to Los Angeles

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
O'Hare Intl to Las Vegas flights
St. Louis to Las Vegas flights
O'Hare Intl to Los Angeles flights
O'Hare Intl to San Francisco flights

Top airline flying from Chicago to Los Angeles

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Chicago to Los Angeles. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 12 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest£85Average£146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Search Spirit Airlines flights

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Chicago to Los Angeles?

When you search for this flight from Chicago to Los Angeles, Cheapflights searches on 900+ travel sites to save you time finding great flight deals online. Additionally, we offer filter features so you can choose a preferred cabin class or airline, see different price ranges, and much more so you can book the flight for you.

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Chicago to Los Angeles?

Millions of users choose and trust Cheapflights to book the best flight deals from Chicago to Los Angeles for free. We help you search and compare prices from hundreds of airlines for the right flight just for you.

Can Cheapflights find flights from Chicago to Los Angeles with no change fees?

Yes, we can. To see specific flights from Chicago to Los Angeles with no change fees, users can toggle flexible booking options after using the search form above to find flights.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Chicago to Los Angeles become cheaper?

Yes, Cheapflights offers price alerts on Chicago to Los Angeles flights so you can book your travel at the perfect time. Price Alerts can be enabled by clicking the bell icon next to the flight deals above and providing your email address where you want to receive the alerts.

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.