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

As of August 2025, there are 103 flights per day flying from Chicago to Los Angeles. The most common time of day flights depart is 7:00PM, with 41% of flights taking off in the evening.

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

725 flights are operational weekly from Chicago to Los Angeles as of August 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Thu, with 17% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

Minneapolis (MSP) was the most common stop: 25% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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 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

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 8 different airlines that fly to Los Angeles on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 7 as of August 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 $168 to $328. The lowest price recently found on this route was $127.

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7:09 pm - 9:40 pmORD-LAX

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MDW5:25 pmChicago Midway

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LAX6:05 amLos Angeles

3h 55m

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MDW8:50 pmChicago Midway

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Sep 25

MDW8:00 amChicago Midway

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Sep 13

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ORD6:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl

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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 $231. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of September, then book flights to Los Angeles from Chicago during October instead. Flights to Los Angeles in October, while not as cheap as those in September, still average around $243.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?

Our data shows that Friday is the least expensive day to fly to Los Angeles. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $342. 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 $528.

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 $331. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Los Angeles, so prices are often more expensive at around $824 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 $270 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 $226 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 August 2025, prices for Chicago to Los Angeles flights are approximately 7% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$125
Fastest flight time	4h 15m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Los Angeles	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Los Angeles from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $125. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Los Angeles found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $185.

The fastest flight from Chicago to Los Angeles takes 4h 15m

Direct flights go from Chicago to Los Angeles every day.

There is 1 airport near Los Angeles: Los Angeles (LAX)

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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 20m.
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 7 as of August 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 18.44% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737-800 at 14.11%, Airbus A321-100/200 at 12.99%, and Airbus A321 (sharklets) at 10.33%.
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 32% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are American Airlines at 28%, United Airlines at 20%, and Frontier at 11%.

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Frontier	PriceFrom $80	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,207 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Allegiant Air	PriceFrom $81	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 702 reviews	Search Allegiant Air flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $96	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,035 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $144	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,981 reviews	Search Delta flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $167	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 10,000 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $185	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $194	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,930 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $204	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,245 reviews	Search Southwest flights

Southwest Flights From Chicago to Los Angeles
Southwest flies from Chicago to Los Angeles around 28 times per week, with 4,245 momondo users rating the airline 8.0/10. The cheapest Southwest deal from Chicago to Los Angeles in the last 72 hours was $204 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $424 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 $194 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average United Airlines deals seen on momondo around $378. United Airlines operates 41 flights to Los Angeles from Chicago in an average week. Users have rated it 7.4/10 across 8,930 reviews.

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Los Angeles?

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 August 2025, prices for Chicago to Los Angeles flights are approximately 7% cheaper 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

What airlines fly to Los Angeles?

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

Minneapolis (MSP) was the most common stop: 25% 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 August 2025, there are 103 flights per day flying from Chicago to Los Angeles. The most common time of day flights depart is 7:00PM, with 41% of flights taking off in the evening.

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

725 flights are operational weekly from Chicago to Los Angeles as of August 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Thu, with 17% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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