Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Chicago to Los Angeles?

Minneapolis (MSP) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 03m.

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 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Los Angeles. Keep in mind that there are 8 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 October 2025, there are 94 flights per day flying from Chicago to Los Angeles. The most common time of day flights depart is 8:00PM, with 39% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Chicago to Los Angeles?

Flights via Denver (DEN) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $110.

How many flights depart from Chicago to Los Angeles on average per week?

662 flights are operational weekly from Chicago to Los Angeles as of October 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 18% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Chicago to Los Angeles?

Flights connecting via Denver (DEN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 6h 50m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Los Angeles?

Spirit Airlines, Frontier, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Los Angeles

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Chicago and Los Angeles?

Minneapolis (MSP) was the most common stop: 40% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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 October 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.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $198 to $357. The lowest price recently found on this route was $133.

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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 $227. 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 $244.

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 $338. 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 $508.

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 $324. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Los Angeles, so prices are often more expensive at around $820 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Los Angeles flight route?

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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 $271 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 October 2025, prices for Chicago to Los Angeles flights are approximately 34% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to Los Angeles from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $119. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Los Angeles found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $245.

The fastest flight from Chicago to Los Angeles takes 4h 25m

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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 26m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Los Angeles Airport?
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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 October 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.
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momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Chicago to Los Angeles is Boeing 737-800, representing 15.08% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A321neo at 14.46%, Airbus A321-100/200 at 10.52%, and Boeing 757-300 at 10.38%.
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 29% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are American Airlines at 28%, United Airlines at 21%, and Frontier at 13%.

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Frontier	PriceFrom $79	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,144 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $98	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,080 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $144	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,969 reviews	Search Delta flights
Sun Country Air	PriceFrom $147	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.9 334 reviews	Search Sun Country Air flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $152	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,234 reviews	Search Southwest flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $167	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 11,036 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $191	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,041 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $197	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,957 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

Southwest Flights From Chicago to Los Angeles
Southwest flies from Chicago to Los Angeles around 22 times per week, with 4,234 momondo users rating the airline 8.0/10. The cheapest Southwest deal from Chicago to Los Angeles in the last 72 hours was $152 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $421 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 $197 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average United Airlines deals seen on momondo around $370. United Airlines operates 44 flights to Los Angeles from Chicago in an average week. Users have rated it 7.4/10 across 8,957 reviews.

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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 October 2025, prices for Chicago to Los Angeles flights are approximately 34% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Los Angeles?

Spirit Airlines, Frontier, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Los Angeles

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Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Chicago and Los Angeles?

Minneapolis (MSP) was the most common stop: 40% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Chicago to Los Angeles?

Flights via Denver (DEN) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $110.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Chicago to Los Angeles?

Flights connecting via Denver (DEN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 6h 50m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Chicago to Los Angeles?

Minneapolis (MSP) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 03m.

How many flights depart from Chicago to Los Angeles on average per day?

As of October 2025, there are 94 flights per day flying from Chicago to Los Angeles. The most common time of day flights depart is 8:00PM, with 39% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Chicago to Los Angeles on average per week?

662 flights are operational weekly from Chicago to Los Angeles as of October 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 18% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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