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Frontier flights from Chicago to Los Angeles

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Frontier
Dec 10
MDW8:15 amChicago Midway
11h 25m
1 stop
LAX5:40 pmLos Angeles
Dec 14
LAX9:30 pmLos Angeles
12h 18m
1 stop
MDW11:48 amChicago Midway
Frontier
Jan 25
ORD6:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl
8h 22m
1 stop
LAX12:42 pmLos Angeles
Jan 27
LAX2:58 pmLos Angeles
7h 41m
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ORD12:39 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Frontier
Jan 6
MDW8:41 pmChicago Midway
12h 52m
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LAX7:33 amLos Angeles
Jan 18
LAX9:30 pmLos Angeles
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Spirit Airlines flights from Chicago to Los Angeles

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Dec 4
ORD9:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
14h 44m
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LAX9:54 amLos Angeles
Dec 11
LAX6:00 amLos Angeles
4h 05m
ORD12:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Spirit Airlines
Dec 10
ORD6:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 38m
LAX9:13 amLos Angeles
Dec 17
LAX6:00 amLos Angeles
4h 05m
ORD12:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Spirit Airlines
Dec 10
ORD6:33 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 42m
LAX9:15 pmLos Angeles
Dec 17
LAX11:20 amLos Angeles
4h 08m
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What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Los Angeles?

September. The cheapest time of year to fly to Los Angeles from Chicago is September. Most expensive is March

What is the cheapest day to depart Chicago for Los Angeles?

Wednesday. The cheapest day of the week is typically Wednesday. The most expensive is typically Sunday

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Los Angeles?

In the evening. Chicago to Los Angeles flights are approximately 20% more expensive in the morning than in the evening

What is the cheapest Chicago to Los Angeles flight route?

Chicago O'Hare Intl - Los Angeles. Fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Los Angeles for the best Chicago - Los Angeles flight prices

How far in advance should you book Chicago to Los Angeles flights?

30 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from Chicago to Los Angeles is approximately 30 days to departure

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 November 2024, prices for Chicago to Los Angeles flights are approximately 16% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found

$39

Fastest flight time

4h 22m

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 $39. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Los Angeles found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $95.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Los Angeles takes 4h 22m
Direct flights go from Chicago to Los Angeles every day.
There is 1 airport near Los Angeles: Los Angeles (LAX)

  • 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 22m.

  • 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.

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  • 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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Best airlines flying from Chicago to Los Angeles

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Allegiant AirPriceFrom $54Free CancellationRating
7.3
850 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $89Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,174 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $112Free CancellationRating
6.1
3,539 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $136Free CancellationRating
8.0
9,461 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $137Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,171 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $179Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $207Free CancellationRating
8.1
5,014 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $222Free CancellationRating
8.0
8,756 reviews
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Sun Country AirPriceFrom $249Free CancellationRating
7.0
415 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From Chicago to Los Angeles

    Southwest flies from Chicago to Los Angeles around 29 times per week, with 5,014 momondo users rating the airline 8.1/10. The cheapest Southwest deal from Chicago to Los Angeles in the last 72 hours was $207 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $343 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 $137 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average United Airlines deals seen on momondo around $314. United Airlines operates 39 flights to Los Angeles from Chicago in an average week. Users have rated it 7.4/10 across 9,171 reviews.


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