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$99+ Cheap flights from Midway (MDW) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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 8/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MDW — LAX
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$163
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$99
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$353

Good round-trip deal

$243 or less

Good one-way deal

$128 or less
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/611:39 amMDW - LAX
1 stop11h 58mFrontier
Sat 8/96:15 amLAX - MDW
1 stop12h 39mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$163
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 9/208:50 pmMDW - LAX
Nonstop4h 20mSouthwest
Sat 9/2711:15 pmLAX - MDW
Nonstop3h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 6/9$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Wed 7/29:24 amMDW - LAX
1 stop6h 46mDelta
Wed 7/97:35 amLAX - MDW
1 stop9h 05mDelta
Deal found 6/11$257
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Sun 6/296:25 amMDW - LAX
1 stop9h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/811:45 pmLAX - MDW
1 stop8h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$355

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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Midway

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Los Angeles

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Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Wed 8/6

11:39 am-9:37 pm

1 stop11h 58m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/9

6:15 am-8:54 pm

1 stop12h 39m

$163

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Tue 9/9

9:10 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/16

4:40 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

$197

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Wed 7/2

9:24 am-2:10 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Los Angeles

Sat 7/5

11:30 pm-8:44 am

1 stop7h 14m

$257

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Sun 6/29

6:25 am-2:15 pm

1 stop9h 50m

Los Angeles

Tue 7/8

11:45 pm-10:40 am

1 stop8h 55m

$355

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Wed 8/20

9:10 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

$99

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Fri 6/27

6:25 am-6:59 am

1 stop26h 34m

$107

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Fri 7/4

6:25 am-12:09 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$111

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Mon 7/14

6:20 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$129

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Wed 7/16

4:27 pm-11:32 pm

2 stops33h 05m

$222

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Deals found on 6/10

The best insider tips for Chicago Midway Airport to Los Angeles flights

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MDW

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LAX

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Best time to book a flight from Midway to Los Angeles

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Los Angeles

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Midway to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Los Angeles may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 80 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Los Angeles?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Chicago Midway Airport to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 MDW to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Midway to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to Los Angeles in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 8% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Midway to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago Midway Airport to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Tuesday 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.

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Chicago to Los Angeles, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and Allegiant Air. 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
725 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,295 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

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 Midway to Los Angeles. 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 into for flights to Los Angeles from Chicago Midway?

    Most people fly into Los Angeles (LAX) if they book a flight to Los Angeles from Chicago Midway. On average, Los Angeles has 5 inbound flights from Chicago Midway per day from 5 airlines. Los Angeles is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Los Angeles’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago Midway Airport to Los Angeles round-trip?

    According to our current data, Frontier ($163), Southwest ($197), and Delta ($257) offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago Midway Airport to Los Angeles. Users have found that Frontier is 47% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to Los Angeles one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Southwest, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $99. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago Midway Airport to Los Angeles for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Los Angeles?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $105. While the most popular route (Chicago Midway - Los Angeles) can be booked for $197 on average our data indicates $247 when flying from Chicago Midway Airport to Los Angeles.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Midway to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Midway to Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Midway to Los Angeles?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Midway to Los Angeles.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Midway to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Midway to Los Angeles 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 Chicago Midway Airport to Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Chicago Midway Airport to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 5 airlines flying from Midway to Los Angeles

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Midway to Los Angeles. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$111Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$128Average$272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$137Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$207Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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