$100 Cheap American Airlines flights Chicago (ORD) to Los Angeles (LAX)

Make use of the “Price (lowest to highest)” filter on Expedia to look for cheap American Airlines round-trip flights from $168 from ORD to LAX. Affordable one-way options from $100 are available as well.**These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Search for one-way or round-trip flights to Los Angeles in January or February. You could find cheaper fares with American Airlines during these off-season months.

For cheap American Airlines fares from O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX), start searching one to three months before your intended departure. Reserving domestic flights 34 to 86 days in advance could save you 25% compared to booking just 6 to 12 days ahead. The day you book can also impact the price you pay. Sunday tends to be the most affordable, while Monday is often the most expensive for domestic flights. You can save 6% on average by booking your journey on a Sunday.**Ideal booking window recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through November for 2024. Best day of the week to book recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through October 2024. All data sourced from ARC’s global airline sales database.

American Airlines operates direct flights from O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX), with 49 departures every week. Simply use the “Nonstop” and “Airline” filters while searching on Expedia to show all direct American Airlines flights to LAX.

Depart O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) for Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) on a nonstop American Airlines flight, and you’ll be in the skies for around 4h 36m.

American Airlines operates the most flights from O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) on Friday. With up to 7 daily departures, you’ll get the most options and flexibility on this day.

The earliest flight from ORD to LAX with American Airlines departs at 7:18AM UTC-6. You’ll touch down at 9:54AM UTC-8. The last American Airlines flight of the day leaves at 8:25PM UTC-6 and arrives at 10:59PM UTC-8. With around 20% fewer cancellations for morning and mid-morning departures, starting your travel day early is typically the best option.**Most reliable time of the day recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.

American Airlines flights from O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Los Angeles touch down at Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) and John Wayne Airport (SNA). The primary Los Angeles hub served by this airline is LAX. It’s always worth comparing flights landing at nearby airports on Expedia as you may find lower prices.

You’ll most likely travel on a Boeing 737-800 for your American Airlines flight from O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). However, you could end up on another aircraft if there’s an operational need.

It’s usually possible to change or cancel your flight, although there may be a charge if you made your booking over 24 hours ago. Need to keep your options open? Make use of Expedia’s “No cancel fee” and “Changes included” filters to find flights that won’t charge extra if you have to revise your plans. To update your booking, go to “Trips,” select your flight and click on “Manage Booking” for more information.