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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Los Angeles?
What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?
The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles from Chicago, with most prices found around $220. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of September, then book flights to Los Angeles from Chicago during August instead. Flights to Los Angeles in August, while not as cheap as those in September, still average around $238.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?
Our data shows that Thursday is the least expensive day to fly to Los Angeles. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $349. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Monday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Los Angeles on Monday is $517.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?
Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Los Angeles is in the morning. Flights from Chicago to Los Angeles during this time can be as low as $343. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Los Angeles, so prices are often more expensive at around $826 per ticket.
What is the cheapest Chicago to Los Angeles flight route?
Fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Los Angeles for the best Chicago - Los Angeles flight prices
How far in advance should I book a flight to Los Angeles?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Los Angeles from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Los Angeles for around $274 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Los Angeles from Chicago for as low as $227 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Chicago to Los Angeles flights?
There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago to Los Angeles flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Los Angeles flights?
No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Chicago to Los Angeles.
How have Chicago to Los Angeles flight prices changed over time?
As of July 2025, prices for Chicago to Los Angeles flights are approximately 32% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Los Angeles?
Frontier and Spirit Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Los Angeles
What airlines fly to Los Angeles?
American Airlines, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Los Angeles from Chicago according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Los Angeles. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Los Angeles on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Chicago to Los Angeles on average per day?
As of July 2025, there are 69 flights per day flying from Chicago to Los Angeles. The most common time of day flights depart is 6:00PM, with 38% of flights taking off at noon.
How many flights depart from Chicago to Los Angeles on average per week?
486 flights are operational weekly from Chicago to Los Angeles as of July 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Thu, with 27% of flights per week taking off on this day.
When to book flights from Chicago to Los Angeles
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How far is Chicago to Los Angeles by plane?
Los Angeles is 1744.8 mi away from Chicago. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 4h 15m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Los Angeles Airport?
Prices for flights from Chicago to Los Angeles Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Los Angeles Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Chicago to Los Angeles Airport is 8 as of July 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Los Angeles Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Los Angeles Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Los Angeles Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Los Angeles Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Chicago to Los Angeles?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Chicago to Los Angeles is Airbus A321neo, representing 24.10% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737-800 at 14.88%, Airbus A321 (sharklets) at 10.09%, and Boeing 757-300 at 9.59%.
What is the most popular airline from Chicago to Los Angeles?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Chicago to Los Angeles is Spirit Airlines, representing 33% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are American Airlines at 29%, United Airlines at 22%, and Frontier at 8%.
Best airlines flying from Chicago to Los Angeles
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Chicago to Los Angeles with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $78 | Free Cancellation | Rating 5.9 3,284 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $90 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 8,094 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $95 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 709 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $147 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.9 339 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $179 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $185 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,861 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $192 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 7,983 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $208 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $209 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 4,270 reviews |
Southwest Flights From Chicago to Los Angeles
Southwest flies from Chicago to Los Angeles around 28 times per week, with 4,270 momondo users rating the airline 8.0/10. The cheapest Southwest deal from Chicago to Los Angeles in the last 72 hours was $209 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $426 for Southwest flights on this route.
United Airlines Flights From Chicago to Los Angeles
United Airlines is also a popular choice for this route. United Airlines flight deals for Chicago to Los Angeles start from as low as $185 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average United Airlines deals seen on momondo around $373. United Airlines operates 40 flights to Los Angeles from Chicago in an average week. Users have rated it 7.4/10 across 8,861 reviews.
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It is quick and easy to find Chicago to Los Angeles flights on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Los Angeles that suits you.
Can I find flights from Chicago to Los Angeles with flexible booking policies on momondo?
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How can momondo help me find flights from Chicago to Los Angeles?
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