Find flights
Deals
When to book
Airlines
FAQs

Cheap flights from Chicago to Los Angeles from £70

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 7/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — LAX
6 Apr — 13 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Los Angeles are usually found in September or October, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) 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 1 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£120

One-way from

£70

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£208

Good one-way deal

£104 or less
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 5/5-7/5
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 44m total
  • Chicago to Los Angeles
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 7/5
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 41m total
  • Chicago to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (£11 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£6 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Los Angeles.

Find flight deals from Chicago to Los Angeles

Cheapest flights from Chicago to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 April 2025.

Mon 5/516:55ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 38mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/505:30LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 31/3£120
Wed 4/605:02ORD - LAX
1 stop6h 23mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/616:11LAX - ORD
1 stop6h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 31/3£182
Wed 23/417:56ORD - LAX
1 stop16h 47mAlaska Airlines
Tue 29/415:08LAX - ORD
1 stop12h 57mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 31/3£189
Sat 31/517:45ORD - LAX
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Tue 3/605:45LAX - ORD
1 stop8h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 31/3£190
Tue 29/413:25ORD - LAX
1 stop8h 35mDelta
Mon 5/500:45LAX - ORD
1 stop5h 50mDelta
Deal found 31/3£199
Tue 29/413:24ORD - LAX
1 stop10h 50mJetBlue
Tue 6/523:52LAX - ORD
1 stop13h 12mJetBlue
Deal found 31/3£209
Sun 27/408:15ORD - LAX
1 stop16h 35mSun Country Air
Fri 9/510:55LAX - ORD
1 stop6h 14mSun Country Air
Deal found 31/3£220
Wed 4/607:00ORD - LAX
1 stop10h 24mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 9/613:57LAX - ORD
1 stop7h 59mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 1/4£221
Mon 14/407:15ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 35mAmerican Airlines
Thu 17/413:21LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 31/3£284

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customise your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Los Angeles 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 1 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Los Angeles that are best for you.

Fly from

Chicago

Fly to

Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/5

16:55-19:33

Nonstop4h 38m

Los Angeles

Wed 7/5

05:30-11:36

Nonstop4h 06m

£120

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/6

05:02-09:25

1 stop6h 23m

Los Angeles

Wed 4/6

16:11-00:25

1 stop6h 14m

£182

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 23/4

17:56-08:43

1 stop16h 47m

Los Angeles

Tue 29/4

15:08-06:05

1 stop12h 57m

£189

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 31/5

17:45-23:25

1 stop7h 40m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/6

05:45-16:25

1 stop8h 40m

£190

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 29/4

13:25-20:00

1 stop8h 35m

Los Angeles

Mon 5/5

00:45-08:35

1 stop5h 50m

£199

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 29/4

13:24-01:07

1 stop13h 43m

Los Angeles

Sat 10/5

07:55-21:54

1 stop11h 59m

£209

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 27/4

08:15-22:50

1 stop16h 35m

Los Angeles

Fri 9/5

10:55-19:09

1 stop6h 14m

£220

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/6

07:00-15:24

1 stop10h 24m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/6

13:57-23:56

1 stop7h 59m

£221

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 14/4

07:15-09:50

Nonstop4h 35m

Los Angeles

Thu 17/4

13:21-19:28

Nonstop4h 07m

£284

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/5

09:02-11:43

Nonstop4h 41m

£70

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 31/3

Showing 1-10 of 19 results
1
2

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Los Angeles

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Los Angeles from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Chicago to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Los Angeles is 68 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 Chicago to Los Angeles?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Los Angeles (average of £575). Flying from Chicago to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of £811). 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 CHI to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 1 April 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Los Angeles in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 78% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago 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 1 April 2025.

The most flights from CHI to LAX are scheduled on a Monday (109 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (46 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 1 April 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Chicago to Los Angeles. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
8.0
Very Good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly into Los Angeles (LAX) if they book a flight to Los Angeles from Chicago. On average, Los Angeles has 86 inbound flights from Chicago per day from 1 airline. Los Angeles is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Los Angeles’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Los Angeles round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines (£120), United Airlines (£182), and Alaska Airlines (£189) offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago to Los Angeles. These flights start at 46% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £70. Spirit Airlines flights start at £73 while deals on Hawaiian Airlines start at £84 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Los Angeles are ANA (91%), Air China (88%) and Japan Airlines (88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Los Angeles?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £39. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Los Angeles) can be booked for £245 on average our data indicates £213 when flying from Chicago to Los Angeles.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Los Angeles (average of £575). Flying from Chicago to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of £811). 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.

See more FAQs

Travelling to a place near Chicago?

Book flights to Chicago if you plan to visit one of these locations
West Hollywood
Glendale
Woodland Hills
Laguna Hills
Lancaster
La Puente
Culver City
Artesia
Cerritos
Garden Grove
Aliso Viejo
El Segundo
Simi Valley
Calabasas
Thousand Oaks
Camarillo
Universal City
Westlake Village
Inglewood
Cypress

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Chicago to Los Angeles

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.

Top airline flying from Chicago to Los Angeles

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Chicago to Los Angeles. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 1 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest£96Average£140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Search Spirit Airlines flights

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Chicago to Los Angeles?

When you search for this flight from Chicago to Los Angeles, Cheapflights searches on 900+ travel sites to save you time finding great flight deals online. Additionally, we offer filter features so you can choose a preferred cabin class or airline, see different price ranges, and much more so you can book the flight for you.

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Chicago to Los Angeles?

Millions of users choose and trust Cheapflights to book the best flight deals from Chicago to Los Angeles for free. We help you search and compare prices from hundreds of airlines for the right flight just for you.

Can Cheapflights find flights from Chicago to Los Angeles with no change fees?

Yes, we can. To see specific flights from Chicago to Los Angeles with no change fees, users can toggle flexible booking options after using the search form above to find flights.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Chicago to Los Angeles become cheaper?

Yes, Cheapflights offers price alerts on Chicago to Los Angeles flights so you can book your travel at the perfect time. Price Alerts can be enabled by clicking the bell icon next to the flight deals above and providing your email address where you want to receive the alerts.

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.