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Cheap First Class Flights from Los Angeles to Chicago

LAX — CHI
Aug 17 — Aug 241
Mon 8/17
Mon 8/24
1 adult, First
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Essential info for First Class flights from Los Angeles to Chicago

Find the latest flights to Chicago in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data were last updated on July 18, 2026.

Top Rated Airline

American Airlines

No. of Airlines

4

Arrival Airport

Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport
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Cheapest first class flights to Chicago
Explore the most affordable first class flight options available to Chicago. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on July 18, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/135:25 pm
LAX
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ORD
Nonstop4h 06m
Delta
Thu 9/176:56 pm
ORD
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LAX
Nonstop4h 35m
Delta
Deal found 7/16$957
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/1311:39 pm
LAX
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ORD
Nonstop4h 20m
American Airlines
Thu 9/176:55 am
ORD
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LAX
Nonstop4h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/16$973
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/66:00 am
LAX
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MDW
1 stop7h 44m
Delta
Wed 9/97:13 pm
MDW
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LAX
1 stop6h 39m
Delta
Deal found 7/17$977
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/56:25 am
LAX
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ORD
1 stop9h 16m
Delta
Tue 9/85:44 pm
ORD
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LAX
1 stop8h 40m
Delta
Deal found 7/17$977
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/185:46 pm
LAX
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ORD
Nonstop4h 02m
Delta
Sat 8/229:30 am
ORD
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LAX
Nonstop4h 22m
Delta
Deal found 7/14$997
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/155:25 pm
LAX
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ORD
Nonstop4h 06m
Delta
Thu 9/175:44 pm
ORD
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LAX
1 stop8h 40m
Delta
Deal found 7/14$1,007

Travel insights for first class flights from Los Angeles to Chicago

Get recent, data-driven insights about first class flights from Los Angeles to Chicago including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

Which month is the cheapest to fly First Class from Los Angeles to Chicago?

For First Class flights the cheapest month to fly the route is September. The most expensive months are January and December.

Which day of the week is best to fly first class from Los Angeles to Chicago?

For the lowest prices, departures on Thursday are best. Try to avoid leaving on a Monday, as it's usually the most expensive day. For your return flight, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly and Friday is the most expensive.

Frequently Asked Questions about Los Angeles to Chicago First Class flights

Find answers to common questions related to First Class tickets for flights to Chicago. Get information on booking, amenities, upgrade options, and more. This FAQ section was last updated on July 18, 2026.

  • What's cheaper, flying business or first class?

    First class flights are more often than not more expensive than business class. However, average prices on this route are lower for first class at $1,634 compared to an average of $1,800 for business class tickets.

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