$58 Cheap Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Chicago (ORD)

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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Chicago (LAX-ORD)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $58 for one-way flights and $118 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Sat, Sep 27 - Tue, Sep 30
LAX
Los Angeles
ORD
Chicago
$118 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$118
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 27 from Los Angeles to Chicago, returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $118 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 27
LAX
Los Angeles
ORD
Chicago
$125 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$125
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Los Angeles to Chicago, returning Sat, Sep 27, priced at $125 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Sep 27 - Sat, Oct 4
LAX
Los Angeles
ORD
Chicago
$130 Roundtrip, just found
$130
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 27 from Los Angeles to Chicago, returning Sat, Oct 4, priced at $130 just found
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Tue, Oct 7
LAX
Los Angeles
ORD
Chicago
$131 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$131
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Los Angeles to Chicago, returning Tue, Oct 7, priced at $131 found 20 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Oct 4 - Sat, Nov 15
LAX
Los Angeles
ORD
Chicago
$132 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$132
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 4 from Los Angeles to Chicago, returning Sat, Nov 15, priced at $132 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Sep 27 - Sat, Oct 4
LAX
Los Angeles
ORD
Chicago
$135 Roundtrip, just found
$135
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 27 from Los Angeles to Chicago, returning Sat, Oct 4, priced at $135 just found
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Sep 27 - Wed, Oct 1
LAX
Los Angeles
ORD
Chicago
$140 Roundtrip, just found
$140
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 27 from Los Angeles to Chicago, returning Wed, Oct 1, priced at $140 just found
United
Tue, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 5
LAX
Los Angeles
ORD
Chicago
$197 Roundtrip, just found
$197
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Tue, Nov 4 from Los Angeles to Chicago, returning Wed, Nov 5, priced at $197 just found
Delta
Tue, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 5
LAX
Los Angeles
ORD
Chicago
$211 Roundtrip, just found
$211
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Nov 4 from Los Angeles to Chicago, returning Wed, Nov 5, priced at $211 just found
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 5
LAX
Los Angeles
ORD
Chicago
$216 Roundtrip, just found
$216
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 4 from Los Angeles to Chicago, returning Wed, Nov 5, priced at $216 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles (LAX) to Chicago (ORD)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $67 - $391 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Chicago

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Midway Intl. MDW. Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 16 minutes. Flights from $176
MDW
Midway Intl.
Closest
Average driving time to city center16 min
Flights from $176
Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Chicago (ORD)
Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
O'Hare Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$118
Distance
1740 mi
Average flight time
6 hours 8 mins

Los Angeles to Chicago Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Los Angeles to Chicago

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Los Angeles to Chicago are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Chicago with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Chicago: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Los Angeles to Chicago

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to Chicago in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $58 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Los Angeles to Chicago flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Los Angeles to Chicago airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) cost?
Snag a cheap one-way flight from $58 or cheap return flight from $118 from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Flying in September is a great way to save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between LAX and ORD. You'll often find the lowest prices during the off-season.
Which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Choose from 3 carriers that fly nonstop from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). Including:

  • United Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
While prices may vary depending on when you travel, Spirit Airlines and American Airlines are popular options for flights between Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) and O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). You can also compare carriers on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the lowest fare for your LAX to ORD flight.
How many flights per day from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Each day, an average of 15 direct flights take off from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). Choose the departure time that best fits your schedule.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
The 11 PM departures from LAX to ORD are the top choice for many travelers. Prices can be higher for these popular slots. If you want to save on your fare, book during off-peak hours.
What day of the week has the most flights from LAX to ORD?
If you depart on a Thursday, you'll get the widest range of choices for flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD).
What is the earliest flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
The earliest flight departing from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) is at around 6:00AM UTC-8. Board this plane and you'll arrive at O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) at approximately 12:09PM UTC-6. The entire trip takes 4h 9m.
How long does it take to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
It takes about 4 hours and 8 minutes to cover the 1,750 mi from LAX to ORD.
What airline has the least delays from LAX to ORD?
With 87% of journeys usually landing on schedule, United Airlines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). To check your flight status and get notifications if anything changes, simply head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
To avoid potential delays on the Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) route, travel before 3 PM. Departures after this time have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Chicago from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Board a direct flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Chicago and arrive at O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). An alternative point of entry into this city is Midway Intl. Airport (MDW).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from LAX to ORD are usually more expensive. To secure the best rates, start looking for flights as soon as possible. That said, if your travel plans are flexible, you may find a cheap fare right before your trip.
Is it cheaper to book a LAX to ORD flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by securing a LAX to ORD flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage it all in one place. Once you've chosen your ideal flights and accommodations, you can add extras such as car rentals, activities and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
It's generally possible to cancel or reschedule your LAX to ORD flight. However, if it's been more than 24 hours since booking, additional fees may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and if any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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