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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from $136

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 23/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — ORD
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl are usually found in September or August, booked 30 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday

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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to O'Hare Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 January 2026.

Tue 21/400:51
LAX
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 55m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 29/406:00
ORD
-
LAX
Nonstop4h 34m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 25/1$259
Fri 13/323:01
LAX
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 48m
Frontier
Mon 16/305:01
ORD
-
LAX
1 stop10h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 25/1$283
Fri 1/509:39
LAX
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 03m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 8/520:53
ORD
-
LAX
1 stop13h 22m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 26/1$295
Thu 30/400:51
LAX
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 55m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 31/520:53
ORD
-
LAX
1 stop13h 22m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 26/1$312
Fri 1/509:39
LAX
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 03m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 30/821:02
ORD
-
LAX
Nonstop4h 26m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 26/1$316
Fri 13/323:40
LAX
-
ORD
1 stop9h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/312:20
ORD
-
LAX
1 stop12h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/1$344
Thu 12/318:50
LAX
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 08m
United Airlines
Wed 18/307:00
ORD
-
LAX
Nonstop4h 43m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/1$371
Tue 10/313:25
LAX
-
ORD
1 stop6h 01m
Delta
Wed 18/305:30
ORD
-
LAX
1 stop8h 45m
Delta
Deal found 26/1$373
Tue 24/208:40
LAX
-
ORD
1 stop12h 19m
JetBlue
Wed 25/212:59
ORD
-
LAX
1 stop10h 03m
JetBlue
Deal found 25/1$377
Thu 12/323:01
LAX
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 48m
Frontier
Mon 16/305:01
ORD
-
LAX
1 stop10h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 25/1$379

Find flight deals from Los Angeles to O'Hare Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to O'Hare Intl (ORD). 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 27 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$259

One-way from

$136

Popular in

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Average price

$542

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LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Sun 17/5

00:51-06:46

Nonstop3h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 27/5

06:00-08:34

Nonstop4h 34m

$259

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Tue 24/2

07:40-22:59

1 stop13h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 25/2

12:59-21:02

1 stop10h 03m

$377

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Sat 20/6

21:04-09:48

1 stop10h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 27/6

15:15-00:16

1 stop11h 01m

$377

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Tue 23/6

21:04-09:48

1 stop10h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/7

10:35-19:05

1 stop10h 30m

$377

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Tue 21/7

21:04-09:48

1 stop10h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 28/7

10:35-19:05

1 stop10h 30m

$377

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Sat 14/3

06:00-16:18

1 stop8h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 17/3

19:10-23:55

1 stop6h 45m

$400

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Thu 12/3

18:50-00:58

Nonstop4h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 15/3

07:00-09:40

Nonstop4h 40m

$400

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Thu 12/3

11:07-21:34

1 stop8h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 17/3

19:10-23:55

1 stop6h 45m

$400

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Sat 14/3

06:00-16:18

1 stop8h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 18/3

17:40-22:45

1 stop7h 05m

$400

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Fri 13/3

23:30-09:10

1 stop7h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 17/3

19:10-23:55

1 stop6h 45m

$400

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to O'Hare Intl

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Los Angeles to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on 23 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 30 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 Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $111). Flying from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $212). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to O'Hare Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 January 2026.

When flying from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 87% versus a flight at midday.

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

    If you book a flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl from Los Angeles, you will be flying from Los Angeles, which is the city’s only airport. Los Angeles (LAX) is located 15.1 km from the centre of Los Angeles. There are 83 flights from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl per day from 0 different airlines.

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

    Departing from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport will take you 3h 48m. Los Angeles and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are separated by a distance of 2800 km. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport consider choosing Austrian Airlines(88%), Gulf Air(85%) or Virgin Australia(78%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is $147. On average you can expect to pay $288. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $225.

  • 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.

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    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?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles to O'Hare Intl 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 Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $111). Flying from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $212). 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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