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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Los Angeles to Chicago
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?
The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Los Angeles, with most prices found around $241. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in January, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from Los Angeles to Chicago during February average around $258.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?
The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Saturday when prices can be found for as low as $288. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Los Angeles to Chicago for around $339.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago?
Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is in the evening. Flights from Los Angeles to Chicago during this time can be as low as $279. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $348.
What is the cheapest Los Angeles to Chicago flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago?
The best time to book a flight to Chicago from Los Angeles is 59 days out, which is when prices tend to be around $316. Don’t hesitate to check prices now though because momondo users recently found tickets for as low as $212.
What cabin class options are available on Los Angeles to Chicago flights?
There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Los Angeles to Chicago 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 Los Angeles to Chicago flights?
You could potentially save up to 48% on your flight if you consider stops on a Los Angeles to Chicago flight.
How have Los Angeles to Chicago flight prices changed over time?
As of December 2024, prices for Los Angeles to Chicago flights are approximately 8% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.
How many flights depart from Los Angeles to Chicago on average per day?
As of December 2024, 41 flights take off from Los Angeles and land in Chicago each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 5:00PM, with 51% of daily flights taking off at noon.
How many flights depart from Los Angeles to Chicago on average per week?
As of December 2024, there are 289 flights per week flying from Los Angeles to Chicago. The most common day of the week flights depart is Tue, with 35% of flights taking off on this day.
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How far is Los Angeles to Chicago by plane?
The straight-line distance from Los Angeles to Chicago is 1744.8 mi. Typically, this will take 3h 44m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Chicago are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Chicago?
As of December 2024, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Chicago.
How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to Chicago?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Los Angeles Airport to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chicago can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chicago. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Los Angeles to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Los Angeles to Chicago is Airbus A320neo (13.03% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737-800 (12.86%), Airbus A321 (sharklets) (12.57%), and Airbus A321neo (11.97%).
What is the most popular airline from Los Angeles to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Los Angeles to Chicago is American Airlines (34% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Spirit Airlines (31%), United Airlines (29%), and Frontier (3%).
Best airlines flying from Los Angeles to Chicago
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Los Angeles to Chicago with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $49 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.3 829 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $82 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 8,119 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $105 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.1 3,479 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $149 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.9 399 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $179 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 9,055 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $182 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $186 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.1 4,848 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $221 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 9,554 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $236 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 8,604 reviews |
Southwest Flights From Los Angeles to Chicago
The lowest priced Southwest flight from Los Angeles to Chicago from the last 72 hours was $186. Generally, Southwest has 9 flights on this route every week with an average price of $345. Southwest is rated 8.1/10 by our users.
United Airlines Flights From Los Angeles to Chicago
Another popular option for Los Angeles to Chicago flights is United Airlines (7.4/10, 9,055 ratings). United Airlines flies from Los Angeles to Chicago around 19 times per week, with deals starting from $179 round-trip and rising to an average price of around $358.
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Los Angeles to Chicago?
We help find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight from Los Angeles to Chicago for you.
Can I find flights from Los Angeles to Chicago with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Flights from Los Angeles to Chicago with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.
How can momondo help me find flights from Los Angeles to Chicago?
Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Chicago from Los Angeles.
I’m not ready to book a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
If you are not ready to book a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago now, use our insights above to find helpful tips or alternatively set up a price alert, where momondo will track prices on flights to Chicago and let you know when they change.