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Cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles from $169

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.
ORD — LAX
4 May — 11 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Los Angeles are usually found in September or February, booked 34 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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 29 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$251

One-way from

$169

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$482

Good round-trip deal

$1,626 or less

Good one-way deal

$165 or less
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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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 April 2025.

Fri 23/521:02ORD - LAX
1 stop14h 54mSpirit Airlines
Sat 24/500:41LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 29/4$251
Sat 14/611:50ORD - LAX
1 stop11h 33mMultiple Airlines
Sat 21/616:46LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$272
Sat 23/818:25ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/908:15LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/4$345
Tue 3/607:00ORD - LAX
1 stop7h 57mAlaska Airlines
Tue 10/607:00LAX - ORD
1 stop9h 55mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 29/4$375
Sat 24/510:35ORD - LAX
1 stop8h 04mDelta
Sat 24/500:59LAX - ORD
1 stop6h 19mDelta
Deal found 29/4$401
Fri 20/618:17ORD - LAX
1 stop24h 45mSun Country Air
Sun 22/623:55LAX - ORD
1 stop15h 26mSun Country Air
Deal found 29/4$429
Thu 3/706:15ORD - LAX
1 stop7h 25mSouthwest
Tue 8/710:50LAX - ORD
2 stops10h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 29/4$462
Tue 6/506:00ORD - LAX
1 stop8h 56mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 6/513:56LAX - ORD
1 stop8h 03mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 29/4$642

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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

$251

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

$272

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 23/8

18:25-21:00

Nonstop4h 35m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/9

08:15-14:35

Nonstop4h 20m

$345

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

$375

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 24/5

10:35-16:39

1 stop8h 04m

Los Angeles

Sat 24/5

00:59-09:18

1 stop6h 19m

$401

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

$429

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

$462

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/7

12:54-15:23

Nonstop4h 29m

$169

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 30/8

07:00-13:01

1 stop8h 01m

$183

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/7

06:15-11:40

1 stop7h 25m

$184

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from O'Hare Intl to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles, you should look to book at least 34 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles (average of $784). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,319). 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 ORD to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl 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 29 April 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 92% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from O'Hare Intl 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 29 April 2025.

The most flights from ORD to LAX are scheduled on a Monday (105 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (75 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 29 April 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Chicago to Los Angeles to help guide your decision. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated 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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Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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
Check prices

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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
7,929 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,961 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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
2,405 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,961 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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

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

    If you book a flight to Los Angeles from Chicago O'Hare Intl, you will be flying to 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 92 flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Los Angeles per day from 0 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Los Angeles, with prices starting at $251. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and Alaska Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $345 and $375, respectively. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 42% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $169 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Hawaiian Airlines from $183 and Southwest from $184 one-way.

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

    Consider ANA (91%), Air China (89%) or Asiana Airlines (88%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles? While on average our users pay $1,741, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $140. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Los Angeles), is priced around $292.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Los Angeles?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to Los Angeles?

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles (average of $784). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,319). 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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