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$82+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to O'Hare Intl (ORD)
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LAX — ORD
Aug 3 — Aug 101
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from | $163 (Cheapflightsfares) |
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One-way from | $82 (Frontier) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $313 |
Good round-trip deal | $238 or less |
Good one-way deal | $135 or less |
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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to O'Hare IntlExplore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.
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Wed 8/1311:39 pmLAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 01mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/197:09 pmORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 27mSpirit Airlines
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Thu 9/44:21 pmLAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 22mFrontier
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Nonstop4h 29mFrontier
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Nonstop4h 04mAmerican Airlines
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Nonstop4h 17mAmerican Airlines
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Wed 8/13
11:39 pm-5:40 am
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7:09 pm-9:36 pm
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7:58 pm-4:50 am
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 61 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LAX to ORD?
Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to O'Hare Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 29, 2025.
Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 36% on flights from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on July 20, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport
Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to O'Hare Intl. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 29, 2025.
The most flights from LAX to ORD are scheduled on a Monday (129 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (75 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Las Vegas (LAS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 83% of 1-stop itineraries from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Las Vegas (LAS) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $178.
What’s the fastest layover option from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Portland (PDX) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 4h 40m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Portland (PDX) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 49m.
Reviews of airlines servicing O'Hare Intl
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to O'Hare Intl. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to O'Hare Intl. Reviews last updated July 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMerlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMerlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMerlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMerlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMerlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMerlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
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