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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Chicago from $135

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 23/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CHI
23 Nov — 30 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to Chicago are usually found in September or February, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Sunday

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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 October 2025.

Wed 17/1206:00LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 10mUnited Airlines
Wed 24/1215:47ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/10$255
Mon 15/1200:25LAX - ORD
Nonstop3h 54mUnited Airlines
Sun 21/1221:10ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/10$257
Wed 31/1200:25LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 14/110:41ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 22/10$260
Wed 12/1101:20LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 08mSpirit Airlines
Sun 23/1116:51ORD - LAX
1 stop9h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 22/10$261
Tue 2/1206:00LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 10mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/1220:12ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 22/10$264
Fri 14/1112:40LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 10mUnited Airlines
Fri 14/1121:18ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/10$268
Thu 13/1116:42LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 18mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/1121:22ORD - LAX
2 stops14h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/10$269
Sun 16/1123:20LAX - ORD
Nonstop3h 56mUnited Airlines
Tue 18/1108:48ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/10$275
Sun 7/1208:37LAX - ORD
2 stops13h 35mFrontier
Sun 14/1206:50ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 39mFrontier
Deal found 22/10$281
Fri 31/1011:15LAX - ORD
1 stop11h 48mSpirit Airlines
Fri 7/1114:31ORD - LAX
1 stop12h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 23/10$287
Wed 19/1106:00LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 10mUnited Airlines
Mon 24/1121:18ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 22/10$297
Thu 4/1200:45LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 01mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/1206:00ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 24/10$303

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Chicago (CHI). 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 24 October 2025.

Round-trip from

$255

One-way from

$135

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$461

Good one-way deal

$151 or less
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  • 17/12-24/12
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 47m total
  • Los Angeles to Chicago
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  • United Airlines
  • 23/12
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 10m total
  • Los Angeles to Chicago
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles to Chicago 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 24 October 2025.
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LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Wed 21/1

00:30-06:30

Nonstop4h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 25/1

10:41-13:30

Nonstop4h 49m

$257

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Mon 15/12

00:25-06:19

Nonstop3h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 21/12

21:10-23:59

Nonstop4h 49m

$257

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Wed 31/12

00:25-06:25

Nonstop4h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 14/1

10:41-13:30

Nonstop4h 49m

$260

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Thu 15/1

00:30-06:30

Nonstop4h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 18/1

10:41-13:30

Nonstop4h 49m

$271

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Sat 17/1

00:30-06:30

Nonstop4h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 22/1

09:01-11:52

Nonstop4h 51m

$271

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Fri 14/11

00:25-06:29

Nonstop4h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 16/11

08:48-11:30

Nonstop4h 42m

$275

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Wed 19/11

06:00-12:10

Nonstop4h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 24/11

21:18-23:59

Nonstop4h 41m

$297

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Sun 14/12

22:59-08:39

1 stop7h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

17:30-00:45

1 stop9h 15m

$334

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Fri 12/12

11:05-18:45

1 stop5h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

17:30-00:45

1 stop9h 15m

$334

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Sat 13/12

06:15-16:48

1 stop8h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 14/12

07:50-16:48

1 stop10h 58m

$334

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to Chicago

How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Los Angeles to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 17 October 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago, you should look to book at least 56 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago (average of $118). Flying from Los Angeles to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $240). 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 CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 24 October 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Los Angeles to Chicago in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 65% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Chicago. 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 24 October 2025.

The most flights from LAX to CHI are scheduled on a Thursday (117 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles to Chicago. 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 from for flights from Los Angeles to Chicago?

    Los Angeles (LAX), located 15.1 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Los Angeles to Chicago. 0 airlines have flights from Los Angeles to Chicago on a regular basis. Booking flights from Los Angeles to Chicago should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 65 outbound flights to Chicago per day.

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

    Departing from Los Angeles to Chicago will take you 4h. Airlines will cover a distance of 2800 km. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $161. Alaska Airlines flights start at $166 while deals on Delta start at $168 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to Chicago?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago consider choosing ITA Airways(100%), Air China(92%) or Austrian Airlines(89%), 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?

    The cheapest flight price from Los Angeles to Chicago is $151. On average you can expect to pay $222. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $818.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Los Angeles to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Los Angeles to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to Chicago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Los Angeles to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Los Angeles to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles to Chicago 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?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago (average of $118). Flying from Los Angeles to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $240). 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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