C$140 Cheap Flights from Los Angeles International (LAX) to Chicago O'Hare International (ORD)

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Flight deals from Los Angeles International to Chicago O'Hare International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$239. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Chicago.C$76 per passenger.Departing Thu., Aug. 27.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Thu., Aug. 27, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$76, select.

Chicago.C$104 per passenger.Departing Tue., Sep. 1.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Tue., Sep. 1, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$104, select.

Chicago.C$120 per passenger.Departing Wed., Jul. 8.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Wed., Jul. 8, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$120, select.

Chicago.C$164 per passenger.Departing Tue., Nov. 17.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Los Angeles International on Tue., Nov. 17, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$164, select.

Chicago.C$165 per passenger.Departing Tue., Oct. 27.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Tue., Oct. 27, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$165, select.

Chicago.C$203 per passenger.Departing Tue., Dec. 8.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Los Angeles International on Tue., Dec. 8, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$203, select.

Chicago.C$204 per passenger.Departing Wed., Mar. 17.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Los Angeles International on Wed., Mar. 17, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$204, select.

Chicago.C$204 per passenger.Departing Sat., Jan. 23.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Sat., Jan. 23, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$204, select.

Chicago.C$204 per passenger.Departing Sat., Apr. 3.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Los Angeles International on Sat., Apr. 3, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$204, select.

Chicago.C$219 per passenger.Departing Tue., Jun. 30.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue., Jun. 30, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$219, select.

Chicago.C$255 per passenger.Departing Mon., Feb. 8.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Los Angeles International on Mon., Feb. 8, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$255, select.

Chicago.C$265 per passenger.Departing Mon., May 3.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Los Angeles International on Mon., May 3, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$265, select.

Chicago.C$299 per passenger.Departing Tue., Jun. 30.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Tue., Jun. 30, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$299, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Chicago O'Hare International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles International to Chicago O'Hare International flights are currently cheapest in August.

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Which airlines fly from Los Angeles International to Chicago O'Hare International?

Los Angeles International to Chicago O'Hare International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Los Angeles International to Chicago below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Chicago O'Hare International.

Los Angeles to Chicago: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	C$76
Cheapest month to fly	August
Average flight time	4 hrs, 17 mins
Most popular airline	American Airlines
Average flights per week	951

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles International to Chicago O'Hare International: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Los Angeles International to Chicago O'Hare International?

The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles International to Chicago O'Hare International is C$140. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Los Angeles International to Chicago O'Hare International?

4 hours and 17 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles International to Chicago O'Hare International.

Which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles International to Chicago O'Hare International?

American Airlines, Qantas and British Airways fly direct from Los Angeles International to Chicago O'Hare International.

How many flights are there a week from Los Angeles International to Chicago O'Hare International?

As of June 2026, there are 951 flights per week flying from Los Angeles International to Chicago O'Hare International.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles International to Chicago O'Hare International?

The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Chicago O'Hare International is usually August.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport on Tuesday, August 25, 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 17 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Chicago O'Hare International?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chicago O'Hare International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Chicago?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chicago is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International with?

Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chicago O'Hare International.

Traveling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know

A direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to O'Hare International Airport takes on average 4 hours 9 minutes. The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5, so it's 2 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Flights from Los Angeles International Airport to O'Hare International Airport start from 00:15 — the earliest with American Airlines. The latest departure is the 23:59 service with United Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 163 weekly services from LAX to ORD.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to get a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to O'Hare International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between LAX and ORD are:
- Albuquerque International Sunport
- Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
- Denver International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

C$76 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. A return flight starts at C$140. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To get cheap flight tickets from LAX to ORD, reserve your trip 9 months ahead of your departure.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from LAX to ORD is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has dropped.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to O'Hare International Airport.

Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Los Angeles International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 32 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 54 minutes.
Have an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to O'Hare International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near LAX:

Arriving at O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:

Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago

From O'Hare International Airport, Chicago is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the center driving.
It'll take around 54 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

August is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Chicago in February.
Lock in your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to O'Hare International Airport for July if you want to go to Chicago during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 29ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LAX to ORD in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC and 3ºC then.

More about Chicago

Start your Chicago trip right by finding an amazing place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from LAX to ORD, check out our range of hotel options including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are must-visits when exploring Chicago.

Complete your Chicago trip with hotels and a car rental

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