Cheap flights from Chicago to Los Angeles

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Flight information for Chicago to Los Angeles to help you plan your next trip.
Cheapest round-trip flight
$135
Spirit Nonstop 5 hr Aug 19 — Aug 27
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Los Angeles is currently $135
Cheapest one-way flight
$63
Spirit Nonstop 5 hr Sep 10
The cheapest one-way flight from Chicago to Los Angeles is currently $63
Fastest flight
4 hr 10 min
The fastest nonstop flight from Chicago to Los Angeles takes 4 hr 10 min
Nonstop flights
Every day
There are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Los Angeles is typically September. The most expensive one is typically July.
September
Cheapest
Typical prices: $120–200
July
Most expensive
Typical prices: $195–300

Popular airports near Chicago

  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
    Chicago 26 min 16 mi
  • Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
    Chicago 22 min 9 mi
  • Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
    Milwaukee 1 hr 23 min 75 mi
  • Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
    Indianapolis 2 hr 56 min 165 mi

Popular airports near Los Angeles

  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
    Los Angeles 31 min 12 mi
  • Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR)
    Burbank 25 min 12 mi
  • Tijuana International Airport (TIJ)
    Tijuana 2 hr 24 min 127 mi
  • Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)
    Las Vegas 3 hr 58 min 224 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Los Angeles

How long does it take to fly from Chicago to Los Angeles?
4 hr 10 min is the shortest flight time from Chicago to Los Angeles.
When are the cheapest days to fly from Chicago to Los Angeles?
The cheapest days to fly are usually in September. Typical prices range from $120 to $200.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Chicago to Los Angeles?
The best round-trip deal recently found on Google Flights from Chicago to Los Angeles was with Spirit from $135. The best one-way deal was with Spirit from $63.
When are direct flights from Chicago to Los Angeles available?
There are direct flights from Chicago to Los Angeles on a daily basis.
Which airlines have direct flights from Chicago to Los Angeles?
Southwest, United, American and Spirit fly direct from Chicago to Los Angeles.
What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Los Angeles?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Los Angeles starts at $135 from Mon, Aug 19 to Tue, Aug 27. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $63 and departs on Tue, Sep 10.
When should you visit Los Angeles?
Los Angeles is a year-round destination. The weather's mostly warm and mild, with hotter temperatures Jul–Oct. Arts and cultural events happen regularly, including film festivals such as LA Film Fest (Jun) and AFI Fest (Nov). In summer, there are free outdoor concerts and film screenings at venues across the city. Other major annual events include the Academy Awards (Feb/Mar) and the LA Marathon (Feb/Mar).
How do I find cheap dates to fly from Chicago to Los Angeles
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Chicago to Los Angeles.
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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