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Cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles from $145

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 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — LAX
7 May — 14 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Los Angeles Los Angeles are usually found in September or August, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Sunday

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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 7 April 2026.

Sat 2/508:55
ORD
-
LAX
1 stop11h 54m
Frontier
Sat 9/515:28
LAX
-
ORD
1 stop14h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 6/4$249
Wed 20/521:37
ORD
-
LAX
1 stop12h 58m
Frontier
Tue 26/500:26
LAX
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 5/4$286
Tue 16/621:20
ORD
-
LAX
Nonstop4h 39m
United Airlines
Wed 24/618:58
LAX
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/4$288
Mon 27/405:15
ORD
-
LAX
Nonstop4h 20m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 1/523:35
LAX
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 00m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 7/4$289
Wed 24/614:45
ORD
-
LAX
Nonstop4h 30m
Delta
Wed 1/717:15
LAX
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 03m
Delta
Deal found 6/4$314
Fri 22/521:37
ORD
-
LAX
1 stop28h 39m
Frontier
Fri 29/515:28
LAX
-
ORD
1 stop14h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 7/4$315
Tue 19/507:45
ORD
-
LAX
1 stop7h 15m
Southwest
Tue 19/515:35
LAX
-
ORD
1 stop6h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 6/4$317
Thu 30/413:20
ORD
-
LAX
Nonstop4h 43m
United Airlines
Tue 5/517:15
LAX
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 13m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/4$318
Wed 6/510:30
ORD
-
LAX
2 stops11h 15m
Southwest
Wed 13/506:35
LAX
-
ORD
1 stop6h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 7/4$324
Tue 2/606:24
ORD
-
LAX
1 stop9h 10m
Delta
Tue 9/611:10
LAX
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 10m
Delta
Deal found 6/4$328
Wed 29/410:30
ORD
-
LAX
2 stops11h 15m
Southwest
Tue 5/506:35
LAX
-
ORD
2 stops10h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 7/4$331
Fri 28/814:30
ORD
-
LAX
Nonstop4h 26m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 30/823:40
LAX
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 55m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/4$332

Find 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 7 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$249

One-way from

$145

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$458

Good round-trip deal

$344 or less
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 2/5-9/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 21m total
  • Chicago to Los Angeles
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  • United Airlines
  • 26/5
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 39m 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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ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 19/5

21:14-23:51

Nonstop4h 37m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 21/5

17:50-23:59

Nonstop4h 09m

$318

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 19/5

15:45-21:20

1 stop7h 35m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 26/5

14:20-23:55

2 stops7h 35m

$324

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 20/5

07:45-13:00

1 stop7h 15m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 27/5

14:20-23:55

2 stops7h 35m

$324

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/5

16:50-22:00

1 stop7h 10m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 20/5

14:20-23:55

2 stops7h 35m

$354

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 30/4

16:15-23:20

2 stops9h 05m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 6/5

14:20-23:55

2 stops7h 35m

$361

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 25/4

07:35-12:11

1 stop6h 36m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 2/5

07:45-16:18

1 stop6h 33m

$376

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 21/5

08:00-12:35

1 stop6h 35m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 28/5

05:10-15:30

2 stops8h 20m

$385

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/5

14:05-21:30

2 stops9h 25m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 9/5

09:50-23:25

2 stops11h 35m

$392

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 23/5

18:10-20:40

Nonstop4h 30m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 24/5

22:35-04:51

Nonstop4h 16m

$476
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/5

21:20-23:59

Nonstop4h 39m

$145

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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 3 April 2026.

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 44 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles (average of $116). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $241). 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?

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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 79% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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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 Los Angeles (LAX) is located 15.1 km from the centre of Los Angeles. There are 70 flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Los Angeles per day from 0 different airlines.

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

    Airlines like American Airlines, Southwest, and Delta fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles in about 4h 37m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 19m. The distance between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Los Angeles is about 2800 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Consider Austrian Airlines (89%), Air China (84%) or Air New Zealand (84%) 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 $2,060, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $344. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Los Angeles Los Angeles), is priced around $317.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles (average of $116). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $241). 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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