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Flight deals from Los Angeles International to Chicago

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles International to Chicago? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chicago.$170 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 May, returning Wed, 21 May.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 12 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 21 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $170, select.
Chicago.$187 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 May, returning Tue, 3 Jun.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 27 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $187, select.
Chicago.$200 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 Aug, returning Sat, 9 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 2 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 9 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $200, select.
Chicago.$200 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Jun, returning Sat, 7 Jun.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 7 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $200, select.
Chicago.$233 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Jul, returning Sat, 9 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 5 Jul, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 9 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $233, select.
Chicago.$237 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Jul, returning Sat, 5 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 4 Jul, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 5 Jul, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $237, select.
Chicago.$265 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Jun, returning Sat, 5 Jul.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 19 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 5 Jul, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $265, select.
Chicago.$281 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Apr, returning Wed, 7 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 29 Apr, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago Midway on Wed, 7 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $281, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Chicago

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles International to Chicago flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from $359
May
from $170
Jun
from $200
Jul
from $237
Aug
from $200
Sep
from $345
Oct
from $356
Nov
from $356
Dec
from $735
Jan
from $691
Feb
from $663
Mar
from $877

Direct flights from Los Angeles International to Chicago

Alternative Los Angeles International to Chicago routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Los Angeles International to Chicago? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Los Angeles to Chicago: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$170
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time4 hrs, 7 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week935

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles International to Chicago: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Chicago: Chicago Midway, Chicago O'Hare International, Chicago Dupage County, and Chicago Rockford.
The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles International to Chicago is $170. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 6 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles International to Chicago.
American Airlines, Qantas and United fly direct from Los Angeles International to Chicago.
As of April 2025, there are 935 flights per week flying from Los Angeles International to Chicago.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Chicago is usually May.
If you're flying from Los Angeles International Airport, the cheapest airport near Chicago is Chicago O'Hare International – which is 25.4 km away from the centre of Chicago. We've found flights into this airport from $170.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Chicago on Monday, 12 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 6 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chicago but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chicago is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 8°C. July is typically the warmest month in Chicago, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -8°C. The rainiest month is August.
Currently, Spirit Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chicago.

Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Chicago: what you need to know

  • Expect to be travelling for 4 hours 28 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Chicago.

  • The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5. The city is 2 hours ahead of Los Angeles, where Los Angeles International Airport is located.

  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the most traveled route, with 163 weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from LAX to ORD is with American Airlines at 23:59. Choose the first departure with American Airlines at 00:15 if you want to get on your way earlier.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from LAX to Chicago. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Peak months like July or holiday times such as spring break and Christmas will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart idea.

  • Reserve a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Chicago and enjoy a seamless connection. LAX offers nonstop options to these Chicago airports:

    • O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

    • Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

  • A number of airlines operate direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Chicago. They include:

  • Once you've booked cheap tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Chicago, get your documents in order. A visa or passport isn't necessary since you're flying within United States. As long as you have some other valid form of identification, such as a driver's licence or an ID card, you're ready to go.

  • Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 32 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 54 minutes.

  • After a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near LAX. Whether you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Chicago or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Chicago

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Chicago is $94. The cheapest price for a return flight is $170. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from LAX to Chicago, reserve your trip 9 months ahead of your planned departure.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Chicago. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.

  • Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time looking for flight tickets from LAX to Chicago every day.

  • Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Chicago, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Airports in Chicago

O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

Best time to go to Chicago

  • It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Chicago. August is the most popular month to visit Chicago. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Chicago for July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 15ºC to 29ºC.

  • Look for cheap flights from LAX to Chicago in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC on average.

More about Chicago

  • Start your Chicago trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Chicago, browse our range of accommodation options including:

  • Millennium Park and Art Institute of Chicago are just two of the top attractions to put on your Chicago to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.

Complete your Chicago trip with a car rental

  • Finding you a cheap flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Chicago isn't our only party trick. Check out our car rentals in Chicago and travel at your own pace. We search for deals from trusted car rental companies and put them all in one place. You can instantly compare offers and then book with no fees.

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