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Cheapest Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Los Angeles (LAX)

Airfares from O'Hare Intl. to Los Angeles Intl. for one-way flights were as low as AU$177 and round trip flights were AU$509 within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Chicago to Los Angeles Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Los Angeles (LAX)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest Chicago to Los Angeles flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top ORD to LAX routes and airport options. So, go ahead and treat yourself, your sweetheart, or the kids to an unforgettable holiday this year.

Chicago to Los Angeles Information

Traveling From
O'Hare Intl.
Origin Airport
Chicago
Origin Airport IATA Code
ORD
Traveling To
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination Airport
Los Angeles
Destination Airport IATA Code
LAX
Number of Airlines Serving
25
Average Flight Time
5 hours 25 mins
Direct Flight Time
4 hours 19 mins
Flight Price
AU$509

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
The flight from ORD to LAX usually lasts around 4 hours and 28 minutes. There’s never been a better opportunity to finally sort out all the billions of photos on your phone.
What airlines fly direct from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to LAX?
The only thing standing between you and Los Angeles is just one, drama-free flight (and maybe one or two cheeky in-flight beverages). You can fly straight from O’Hare Airport to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) with a few airlines, including United Airlines and American Airlines.
How many flights are there from O'Hare Airport to LAX?
Can you hear that? It’s the awesome sound of your plane zooming off to Los Angeles. All you have to do is choose a seat on one of the 17 flights that operate daily from O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to LAX.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Here’s an insider tip: Monday is typically the cheapest day to fly! Looking at flight demand on Wotif in 2021, we found that flights departing on a Monday generally had the lowest average price, closely followed by flights on a Saturday. You might want to think twice about flying on a Thursday though; generally, our data showed that it had the highest average ticket price.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
Guess what? It turns out that early in the week is the best time to score the cheapest plane tickets. Looking at flight demand on Wotif in 2021, we found that flights purchased on a Monday had the lowest airfares on average. Booking your plane ticket on the weekend also seems to score pretty good deals. However, airfares purchased on a Friday generally have a higher than average ticket value, so you might want to prepare your budget if you’re booking on that day.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
When comparing airfares booked through Wotif in 2021, our data shows February is one of the cheapest months to fly. On the other hand, the month of December can be one of the most expensive times to travel, with the highest average ticket price, so it’s best to get in early if December is your preferred travel month.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It’s possible to start comparing international airfares on Wotif up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to Wotif’s 2021 flight demand trends, you can bag a bargain with some of the cheapest airfares appearing just 1 week prior to travel.*According to flight demand on Wotif.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.
Address:
One World Way
Los Angeles CA, 90045-5803
United States
IATA code:
LAX
Longitude:
-118.408279
Latitude:
33.943399
Time zone:
America/Los_Angeles
Address:
10000 West O'Hare
Chicago IL, 60666
United States
IATA code:
ORD
Longitude:
-87.904876
Latitude:
41.976912
Time zone:
America/Chicago

Chicago to Los Angeles Flight Deals from AU$509

Considering a quick trip to Los Angeles, but not sure which is the best route for you? Well, you’re in luck! Wotif has done the hard work, so all you need to do is check out these flights from ORD to LAX. With heaps of cheap fares from Chicago, we guarantee you’ll be arriving to your holiday destination in style without emptying your bank account in the process.

It’s easy to book flights to Los Angeles from Chicago  

For a huge choice of flights, simply enter your travel dates and hit search and we’ll hunt out fantastic deals on one-way, return and multi-city airfares to Los Angeles from Chicago from 10 different airlines. If you click the ‘direct flights’ box, you see flights that’ll get you to Los Angeles in just 4 hour(s) and 19 mins, too.   

Snap up great deals on flights to Los Angeles from Chicago 

Choose from 112 flights a day on average, with prices starting at AU$509 and rising to AU$552 depending on the cabin class, travel dates, and airline carrier. And if you’re up for a last-minute getaway, you can get great deals on flights from Chicago to Los Angeles today!  

Find cheap airfares to Los Angeles from Chicago 

Here are our insider tips for bagging a flight bargain: 

  • Look for midweek flights and late night, early morning arrival and departure times
  • Check out other airports near Chicago and Los Angeles
  • Avoid peak season (prices tend to be lower in September)
  • Be flexible with your travel dates and you can usually get cheaper options  

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Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
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4 out of 5
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Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
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4 out of 5
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The price is AU$235 per night from 26 May to 27 May
AU$235
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Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

^Savings based on all package bookings made with Flight + Hotel on Wotif.com from , as compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings will vary based on origin/destination, length of trip, stay dates and selected travel supplier(s). Savings not available on all packages.