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Cheap flights from Chicago to Los Angeles from £67

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 20/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — LAX
27 Apr — 4 May1
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 22 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£129

One-way from

£67

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£215

Good one-way deal

£75 or less
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 7/6-13/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 01m total
  • Chicago to Los Angeles
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 20/5
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 37m total
  • Chicago to Los Angeles
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (£12 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£5 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Los Angeles.
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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 22 April 2025.

Sat 7/614:04ORD - LAX
1 stop7h 54mMultiple Airlines
Fri 13/600:44LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4£129
Fri 4/706:10ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 33mFrontier
Sun 13/716:45LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 22mFrontier
Deal found 22/4£155
Tue 20/506:05ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 37mUnited Airlines
Mon 26/500:20LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 22/4£157
Mon 19/518:59ORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 31mSpirit Airlines
Sun 25/500:41LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 21/4£171
Sat 20/914:05ORD - LAX
1 stop9h 55mAlaska Airlines
Tue 30/912:00LAX - ORD
1 stop9h 59mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 21/4£179
Tue 3/611:03ORD - LAX
1 stop8h 27mDelta
Tue 3/600:59LAX - ORD
1 stop6h 52mDelta
Deal found 22/4£192
Thu 29/520:05ORD - LAX
1 stop14h 19mSun Country Air
Sun 1/623:59LAX - ORD
1 stop17h 10mSun Country Air
Deal found 21/4£205
Wed 6/807:00ORD - LAX
2 stops9h 00mSouthwest
Sat 9/815:20LAX - ORD
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 22/4£217
Thu 17/706:00ORD - LAX
1 stop9h 00mJetBlue
Mon 21/710:05LAX - ORD
1 stop11h 20mJetBlue
Deal found 22/4£217
Thu 22/507:00ORD - LAX
1 stop10h 24mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 26/506:00LAX - ORD
1 stop9h 02mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 22/4£251
Mon 12/514:50ORD - LAX
1 stop8h 44mAmerican Airlines
Thu 15/517:48LAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 21/4£300

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Return

Price

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/6

14:04-19:58

1 stop7h 54m

Los Angeles

Fri 13/6

00:44-06:51

Nonstop4h 07m

£129

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/7

06:10-08:43

Nonstop4h 33m

Los Angeles

Sun 13/7

16:45-23:07

Nonstop4h 22m

£155

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 20/5

06:05-08:42

Nonstop4h 37m

Los Angeles

Mon 26/5

00:20-06:30

Nonstop4h 10m

£157

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 19/5

18:59-21:30

Nonstop4h 31m

Los Angeles

Sun 25/5

00:41-06:42

Nonstop4h 01m

£171

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 20/9

14:05-22:00

1 stop9h 55m

Los Angeles

Tue 30/9

12:00-23:59

1 stop9h 59m

£179

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/7

06:00-08:14

Nonstop4h 14m

Los Angeles

Sat 12/7

00:45-06:56

Nonstop4h 11m

£185

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/6

11:03-17:30

1 stop8h 27m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/6

00:59-09:51

1 stop6h 52m

£192

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 29/5

20:05-08:24

1 stop14h 19m

Los Angeles

Sun 1/6

23:59-19:09

1 stop17h 10m

£205

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/8

07:00-14:00

2 stops9h 00m

Los Angeles

Sat 9/8

15:20-23:05

1 stop5h 45m

£217

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 17/7

06:00-13:00

1 stop9h 00m

Los Angeles

Mon 21/7

10:05-23:25

1 stop11h 20m

£217

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Los Angeles

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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 18 April 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 22 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 22 April 2025.

The most flights from CHI to LAX are scheduled on a Monday (106 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (62 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 22 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,906 reviews
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Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,906 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,906 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Southwest
8.0
Very Good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,906 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,920 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,906 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,392 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,906 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,684 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,906 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

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 94 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, Frontier (£155), United Airlines (£165), and Spirit Airlines (£171) offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago to Los Angeles. These flights start at 26% 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 £67. Hawaiian Airlines flights start at £87 while deals on Southwest start at £88 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 (89%) and Asiana Airlines (88%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £67. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Los Angeles) can be booked for £230 on average our data indicates £101 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.

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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 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.

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