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Flight deals from Chicago to Los Angeles

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chicago to Los Angeles? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs50,166. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Los Angeles.Rs18,919 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 4 Jul, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs18,919, select.

Los Angeles.Rs25,624 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs25,624, select.

Los Angeles.Rs26,147 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs26,147, select.

Los Angeles.Rs26,745 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs26,745, select.

Los Angeles.Rs28,786 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs28,786, select.

Los Angeles.Rs38,504 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Dec.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs38,504, select.

Los Angeles.Rs38,504 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Oct.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs38,504, select.

Los Angeles.Rs38,580 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Nov.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs38,580, select.

Los Angeles.Rs41,006 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Apr.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 10 Apr, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs41,006, select.

Los Angeles.Rs41,009 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Jan.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs41,009, select.

Los Angeles.Rs41,012 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 May.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 1 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs41,012, select.

Los Angeles.Rs41,019 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Mar.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs41,019, select.

Los Angeles.Rs41,382 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Feb.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs41,382, select.

Los Angeles.Rs376,677 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Jun.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 6 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs376,677, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Los Angeles

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chicago to Los Angeles flights are currently cheapest in July.

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Direct flights from Chicago to Los Angeles

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Chicago to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	Rs18,919
Cheapest month to fly	July
Average flight time	4 hrs, 24 mins
Most popular airline	American Airlines
Average flights per week	1,065

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

How many airports are there in Los Angeles?

There are 7 airports in Los Angeles: Hawthorne, Burbank, Los Angeles International, Long Beach Municipal, Los Angeles Van Nuys, Santa Ana John Wayne, and Ontario International.

How much are return flights from Chicago to Los Angeles?

The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago to Los Angeles is Rs50,166. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Chicago to Los Angeles?

4 hours and 24 minutes is the average flight time from Chicago to Los Angeles.

Which airlines fly direct from Chicago to Los Angeles?

American Airlines, United and British Airways fly direct from Chicago to Los Angeles.

How many flights are there a week from Chicago to Los Angeles?

As of July 2026, there are 9,585 flights per week flying from Chicago to Los Angeles.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Los Angeles?

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Los Angeles is usually August.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Los Angeles?

If you're flying from Chicago, the cheapest airport near Los Angeles is Los Angeles International – which is 19.6 km away from the centre of Los Angeles. We've found flights into this airport from Rs50,166.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Chicago to Los Angeles on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Chicago to Los Angeles on Saturday, 8 August 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Chicago to Los Angeles?

Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 24 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Chicago to Los Angeles?

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 Los Angeles 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Los Angeles?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Los Angeles?

In July, the average temperature is usually around 23°C. August is typically the warmest month in Los Angeles, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 7°C. The rainiest month is February.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Chicago to Los Angeles with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Los Angeles is Frontier Airlines .

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

Begin your journey at one of Chicago's main airports, Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway Airport (MDW). Check out your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Los Angeles departing from either of these.
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are the major arrival points in Los Angeles.
Jump on a direct Chicago to Los Angeles flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-8, which is two hours behind Chicago.
The busiest route for flights from Chicago to Los Angeles is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). You'll find 157 services connecting these two airports each week.
To ensure you don't miss your Chicago to Los Angeles flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying over a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Los Angeles

Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap Chicago to Los Angeles flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your plane ticket from Chicago to Los Angeles.
Save time looking for cheap flights from Chicago to Los Angeles by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your Chicago to Los Angeles flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

Flying from Chicago

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

If you're looking for a direct flight from Chicago to Los Angeles, you can leave from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Fly from ORD to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) without making any stops.
Direct Chicago to Los Angeles plane tickets are offered by numerous airlines at ORD. Your nonstop flight awaits with one of these options:
ORD is around 26 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Chicago to Los Angeles? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Chicago O'Hare International Airport:
70% of flights that depart Chicago O'Hare International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)

Rather fly from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)? This popular hub offers direct flights from Chicago to Los Angeles, seamlessly connecting to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
Southwest Airlines offers direct Chicago to Los Angeles plane tickets from MDW. Book your favourite aisle seat and get to your destination without any detours.
You can get to MDW from central Chicago in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to travel the 14 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away from home? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway Airport the day before your flight from Chicago to Los Angeles:
Chicago Midway Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76%. This figure shows how often flights that take off from this airport land on schedule.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.

Arriving in Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 1 hour.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Chicago to Los Angeles, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near LAX:
Travel at your own speed with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and find adventure across Los Angeles and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Los Angeles International Airport around one week ahead of your Chicago to Los Angeles flight.
LAX is located at One World Way.

Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport (VNY)

Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is about 27 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. Following your flight from Chicago to Los Angeles, it'll take you approximately 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
The trip will take about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near VNY. Unwind after your Chicago to Los Angeles flight at one of these well-located options:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or long taxi lines. Grab a Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare offers from Budget, Dollar and Hertz.
Usually, the sooner you book, the better the deals and selection of vehicles. Reserve your ride from VNY as soon as your plans are confirmed.

Best time to go to Los Angeles

March is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Los Angeles, while July is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to go to Los Angeles based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Chicago to Los Angeles ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Los Angeles to range from 16ºC to 32ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Chicago to Los Angeles in February when temperatures average between 6ºC and 26ºC.

More about Los Angeles

Start your Los Angeles trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Chicago to Los Angeles, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Hollywood Sign and Universal Studios Hollywood are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Los Angeles must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Hollywood Bowl.

Explore more of the United States

Los Angeles has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be explored. Around 177 kilometres southeast of Los Angeles, a visit to San Diego will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in the United States, head for San Jose, about 499 kilometres northwest of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley are among the biggest draws.