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Close dialog Prices are for flights from Los Angeles to Chicago for 1 adult in Economy. Flight times are based on nonstop flights or flights with the fewest stops available.
Flight information for Los Angeles to Chicago to help you plan your next trip.
| Cheapest round-trip flight | $140 | SpiritNonstop5 hrAug 15 — Aug 21 | The cheapest round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Chicago is currently $140 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | $55 | SpiritNonstop5 hrAug 27 | The cheapest one-way flight from Los Angeles to Chicago is currently $55 | |
| Fastest flight | 3 hr 55 min | The fastest nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Chicago takes 3 hr 55 min | ||
| Nonstop flights | Every day | There are direct flights on this route every day. |
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Close dialog Typical prices for the least expensive flights for 1-week trips from Los Angeles to Chicago per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Chicago is typically September. The most expensive one is typically July.
| September Cheapest | Typical prices: $120–200 |
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| July Most expensive | Typical prices: $215–315 |
Popular airports near Los Angeles
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Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR)
Burbank
25 min
12 mi
Tijuana International Airport (TIJ)
Tijuana
2 hr 23 min
127 mi
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
San Diego
1 hr 54 min
109 mi
Popular airports near Chicago
Close dialog Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Chicago center and popularity with travelers.
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Chicago
24 min
16 mi
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago
22 min
9 mi
Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
Milwaukee
1 hr 22 min
75 mi
Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
Indianapolis
2 hr 56 min
165 mi
Frequently asked questions about flying from Los Angeles to Chicago
How long does it take to fly from Los Angeles to Chicago?
3 hr 55 min is the shortest flight time from Los Angeles to Chicago.
When are the cheapest days to fly from Los Angeles to Chicago?
The cheapest days to fly are usually in September. Typical prices range from $120 to $200.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Chicago?
The best round-trip deal recently found on Google Flights from Los Angeles to Chicago was with Spirit from $140. The best one-way deal was with Spirit from $55.
When are direct flights from Los Angeles to Chicago available?
There are direct flights from Los Angeles to Chicago on a daily basis.
Which airlines have direct flights from Los Angeles to Chicago?
Southwest, United, American and Spirit fly direct from Los Angeles to Chicago.
What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Chicago?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Chicago starts at $140 from Thu, Aug 15 to Wed, Aug 21. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $55 and departs on Tue, Aug 27.
When should you visit Chicago?
Chicago's peak season is Jun–Aug. Popular events throughout year include St. Patrick's Day, when the river is tinted green (Mar 17); the Pride Parade (Jun); the Taste of Chicago culinary festival (Jul) and the Jazz Festival (Sep). During the holiday season (Nov–Dec), the Magnificent Mile Lights Festival and Christkindlmarket, a German Christmas market in Daley Plaza, draw crowds to the city.
How do I find cheap dates to fly from Los Angeles to Chicago
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Los Angeles to Chicago.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
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Popular trips from Los Angeles
Close dialog These suggestions are based on the cheapest fares to popular destinations in the next six months. Prices include required taxes + fees for 1 adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Orlando
$146
Jul 4 — Jul 10
1 stop8 hr 47 minSpirit
Barcelona
$421
Oct 7 — Oct 16
Nonstop11 hr 45 minIberia
Seattle
$63
Aug 22 — Aug 28
Nonstop2 hr 48 minSpirit
Tokyo
$748
Sep 5 — Sep 11
Nonstop11 hr 15 minZIPAIR Tokyo
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