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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles to Chicago? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chicago.R 901 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Aug.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 19 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 901, select.
Chicago.R 905 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Jun.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 905, select.
Chicago.R 1,081 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Nov.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,081, select.
Chicago.R 1,081 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Sep.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 5 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,081, select.
Chicago.R 1,084 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Jul.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 18 Jul, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,084, select.
Chicago.R 1,084 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,084, select.
Chicago.R 1,086 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 May.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,086, select.
Chicago.R 3,096 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Mar.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,096, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Chicago

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles to Chicago flights are currently cheapest in August.
May
from R 1,086
Jun
from R 905
Jul
from R 1,084
Aug
from R 901
Sep
from R 1,081
Oct
from R 1,084
Nov
from R 1,081
Dec
from R 3,637
Jan
from R 5,071
Feb
from R 4,107
Mar
from R 3,096
Apr
from R 3,516

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Chicago

Alternative Los Angeles to Chicago routes

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Los Angeles to Chicago: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 898
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time4 hrs, 6 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week943

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles to Chicago: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Chicago: Chicago Midway, Chicago O'Hare International, Chicago Dupage County, and Chicago Rockford.
The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles to Chicago is R 1,796. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 6 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles to Chicago.
American Airlines, Qantas and United fly direct from Los Angeles to Chicago.
As of May 2025, there are 943 flights per week flying from Los Angeles to Chicago.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Chicago is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Los Angeles, the cheapest airport near Chicago is Chicago O'Hare International – which is 25.4 km away from the centre of Chicago. We've found flights into this airport from R 1,796.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles to Chicago on Wednesday, 4 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 6 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chicago but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chicago is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 13°C. July is typically the warmest month in Chicago, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -8°C. The rainiest month is August.
The cheapest airline that flies to Chicago is Spirit Airlines .

Flying from Los Angeles to Chicago: what you need to know

  • Start your journey at one of Los Angeles's main airports, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Explore your options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago taking off from either of these.

  • The primary hubs where you can touch down in Chicago are O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).

  • Book a direct Los Angeles to Chicago flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 5 minutes.

  • Chicago's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Chicago two hours ahead of Los Angeles.

  • Choose from 129 weekly services between Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and {"defaultCase":"O'Hare International Airport","accusativeCase":"O'Hare International Airport","nominativeCase":"O'Hare International Airport","dativeCase":"O'Hare International Airport"} (ORD). LAX to ORD is the most popular route when booking flights from Los Angeles to Chicago.

  • To ensure you make your Los Angeles to Chicago flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Hopping on a plane during a peak time like July? Popular periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can easily add an hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Chicago

  • Lock in cheap Los Angeles to Chicago flights by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time for landing a bargain.

  • The best month for picking up cheap plane tickets from Los Angeles to Chicago is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • Locking in a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Chicago is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a better deal is available.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' Los Angeles to Chicago flights.

Flying from Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • You can fly directly to Chicago leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Here are some airports you can reach without stops when searching for your flight from Los Angeles to Chicago:

    • O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

    • Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

  • These are some of the top carriers offering direct Los Angeles to Chicago plane tickets out of LAX:

  • Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 55 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Chicago? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Los Angeles International Airport:

  • Los Angeles International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that depart LAX arrive at their destination on time.

  • The address for LAX is One World Way.

Arriving in Chicago

O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • The distance from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago is approximately 26 kilometres. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It typically takes 55 minutes to get there on public transport.

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to ORD if you have a late flight from Los Angeles to Chicago. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:

  • Grab an O'Hare International Airport rental car and explore Chicago and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are popular providers you can book with here.

  • To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks in advance of your Los Angeles to Chicago flight.

  • You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • The centre of Chicago is located around 14 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). After your flight from Los Angeles to Chicago has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 20 minutes.

  • Travelling by public transport will take around 45 minutes.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to MDW. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Los Angeles to Chicago:

  • Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the rates and availability from Dollar, Hertz and Budget.

  • Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from MDW four weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider choice of vehicles.

  • You'll find Chicago Midway International Airport at 5700 South Cicero.

Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

  • Set off for the city centre after your flight from Los Angeles to Chicago has landed. Central Chicago is about 129 kilometres from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to reach by car.

  • Public transport will take you there in about 4 hours 15 minutes.

  • Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next chapter of your journey with a Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car. Budget, Alamo and National are reliable rental providers.

  • Rental providers sometimes offer deals for early bookings, so reserve your vehicle from RFD a few weeks ahead of your flight from Los Angeles to Chicago. A bit of planning goes a long way for your wallet.

  • Chicago Rockford International Airport can be found at 2 Airport Cir.

Best time to go to Chicago

  • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Los Angeles to Chicago. August is the most popular month to travel to Chicago. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in January.

  • Book a Los Angeles to Chicago ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Chicago to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • Search for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Chicago in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.

More about Chicago

  • Start your Chicago trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Chicago, browse our selection of hotels including:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Chicago itinerary.

Explore more of United States

  • Columbus is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Chicago. Around 451 kilometres to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.

  • If there's time to check out another side of United States, head for Indianapolis, about 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are the start of reasons to visit.

Plan the rest of your trip from Los Angeles to Chicago

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