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$149+ Cheap flights from Long Beach (LGB) to Chicago (CHI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGB — CHI
Jul 7 — Jul 141
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Cheap flight deals from Long Beach to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Long Beach (LGB) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$295
(Southwest)

One-way from

$149
(Southwest)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$437

Good round-trip deal

$379 or less

Good one-way deal

$198 or less
From Long Beach Municipal to Chicago (CHI)
One-way flight from Long Beach Municipal to Chicago (CHI)
High demand for flights, 2% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Long Beach Municipal to Chicago (CHI).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Long Beach Municipal to Chicago (CHI).

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Cheapest flights from Long Beach to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Long Beach to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 2, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/258:20 amLGB - MDW
Nonstop3h 55mSouthwest
Wed 8/279:20 amMDW - LGB
Nonstop4h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 6/30$295
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Thu 8/211:15 pmLGB - ORD
1 stop6h 49mDelta
Mon 8/257:45 amORD - LGB
1 stop6h 27mDelta
Deal found 6/30$307
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/96:50 amLGB - ORD
1 stop9h 05mSouthwest
Mon 8/1112:40 pmORD - LGB
1 stop9h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 7/2$325
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/167:01 amLGB - MDW
2 stops8h 36mDelta
Sat 8/2310:31 amMDW - LGB
2 stops13h 12mDelta
Deal found 7/1$346

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Long Beach to Chicago that are best for you.

Fly from

Long Beach

Fly to

Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Long BeachChicago

LGB - MDW

LGBMDW

Long Beach Municipal

Mon 8/25

8:20 am-2:15 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

Chicago Midway

Wed 8/27

9:20 am-11:35 am

Nonstop4h 15m

$295

Long BeachChicago

LGB - ORD

LGBORD

Long Beach Municipal

Thu 8/21

1:15 pm-10:04 pm

1 stop6h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/27

7:45 am-12:12 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$307

Long BeachChicago

LGB - ORD

LGBORD

Long Beach Municipal

Sat 8/9

6:50 am-5:55 pm

1 stop9h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/11

12:40 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$325

Long BeachChicago

LGB - MDW

LGBMDW

Long Beach Municipal

Tue 7/29

5:07 pm-8:44 am

2 stops13h 37m

Chicago Midway

Tue 8/5

1:46 pm-9:38 pm

2 stops9h 52m

$338

Long BeachChicago

LGB - MDW

LGBMDW

Long Beach Municipal

Mon 9/1

8:20 am-2:15 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$149

Long BeachChicago

LGB - ORD

LGBORD

Long Beach Municipal

Mon 8/18

1:15 pm-10:04 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$154

Long BeachChicago

LGB - ORD

LGBORD

Long Beach Municipal

Mon 9/22

7:10 am-4:45 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$159

Long BeachChicago

LGB - MDW

LGBMDW

Long Beach Municipal

Fri 9/5

5:08 pm-9:36 am

2 stops14h 28m

$174

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Deals found on 7/2

Best time to book a flight from Long Beach to Chicago

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Long Beach to Chicago?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Long Beach to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Long Beach to Chicago 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 LGB to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Long Beach to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 2, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 23% on flights from Long Beach to Chicago by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated July 2, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest and Delta from Long Beach to Chicago have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Long Beach to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Long Beach to Chicago?

    Long Beach Municipal (LGB), located 4.1 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Long Beach to Chicago. 1 airline have flights from Long Beach Municipal to Chicago on a regular basis. Booking flights from Long Beach Municipal to Chicago should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Chicago per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Long Beach to Chicago round-trip?

    Flying on Southwest is currently your cheapest option to Chicago, with prices starting at $295. Another option worth looking into is Delta, starting at $307 round trip. Southwest is currently priced 27% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Long Beach to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Long Beach to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Long Beach to Chicago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Long Beach to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Long Beach to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Long Beach to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Long Beach to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Long Beach to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Long Beach to Chicago 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.

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Top airline flying from Long Beach to Chicago

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SouthwestCheapest$328Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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