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Chicago to Los Angeles flights
The cheapest Chicago to Los Angeles fare we found recently is $97 on Mon, 16 Nov with American Airlines (non-stop). The route covers 2,802 km and has direct flights.
Cheapest$97Mon, 16 Nov
Typical fare$114Next 2 months
Flight time4h 43m2,802 km
DirectYesfrom $97
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| Date | Airline | Stops | Duration | Fare | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, 16 Nov 05:30 |  American Airlines | Non-stop | 4h 52m | $97 | Compare |
| Sun, 15 Nov 06:29 | American Airlines | Non-stop | 4h 43m | $99 | Compare |
| Mon, 2 Nov 06:30 |  Frontier Airlines | 1 stop | 5h 33m | $102 | Compare |
| Wed, 4 Nov 06:30 | Frontier Airlines | 1 stop | 5h 21m | $107 | Compare |
| Sun, 25 Oct 06:30 | Frontier Airlines | 1 stop | 5h 17m | $110 | Compare |
| Wed, 28 Oct 10:40 | Frontier Airlines | 1 stop | 6h 15m | $110 | Compare |
| Tue, 10 Nov 06:30 | Frontier Airlines | 1 stop | 5h 21m | $110 | Compare |
| Mon, 19 Oct 12:26 | Frontier Airlines | 1 stop | 6h 00m | $111 | Compare |
| Tue, 27 Oct 06:30 | Frontier Airlines | 1 stop | 5h 21m | $114 | Compare |
| Thu, 29 Oct 06:30 | Frontier Airlines | 1 stop | 5h 18m | $119 | Compare |
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Airlines on this route
American Airlines from $97Frontier Airlines from $102
United Airlines from $159Route facts
FromO'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ToLos Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Distance2,802 km
TypeDomestic · United States
Departure time zoneAmerica/Chicago
Arrival time zoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
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Chicago to Los Angeles: questions
What is the cheapest flight from Chicago to Los Angeles?
The lowest recent fare is $97 per adult on 16 November with American Airlines. Typical fares in the next two months are around $114.
How long is the flight from Chicago to Los Angeles?
The fastest flight we found takes 4h 29m; a typical journey takes 4h 43m. Connecting itineraries take longer.
Which airlines fly from Chicago to Los Angeles?
Recent fares on this route include American Airlines, Frontier Airlines, United Airlines.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Los Angeles?
Based on recent searches, December 2026 has the lowest fares, from $93. Prices rise closer to departure, so booking 3–6 weeks ahead usually helps.
Is there a direct flight from Chicago to Los Angeles?
Yes. Non-stop fares start from $97 in recent searches.
Which site is cheapest for Chicago to Los Angeles flights?
It changes by date. Aeroport compares each site's estimated checkout total — fare plus convenience fee, minus active coupons — so you can see the cheapest site for your exact flight before you book.