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$64+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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ORD — LAX
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$118
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$64
(Kiwi.com)

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December

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August

Average price

$278

Good round-trip deal

$204 or less

Good one-way deal

$110 or less
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Wed 7/29:15 pmORD - LAX
1 stop11h 44mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/97:20 pmLAX - ORD
1 stop8h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$118
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Thu 7/316:10 amORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 29mFrontier
Mon 8/44:24 pmLAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 22mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$185
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Thu 7/313:18 pmORD - LAX
1 stop6h 58mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/74:24 pmLAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$210
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Tue 7/297:16 amORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 20mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/511:25 amLAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$217
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Tue 7/156:22 pmORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 32mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/2010:40 pmLAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$223
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Sat 7/2612:40 pmORD - LAX
2 stops9h 15mSouthwest
Sat 8/26:45 amLAX - ORD
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 6/9$254
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.
Sat 7/126:00 amORD - LAX
1 stop8h 58mDelta
Fri 7/1812:47 amLAX - ORD
1 stop5h 38mDelta
Deal found 6/11$257

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

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ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/2

9:15 pm-6:59 am

1 stop11h 44m

Los Angeles

Wed 7/9

7:20 pm-6:03 am

1 stop8h 43m

$118

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/31

6:10 am-8:39 am

Nonstop4h 29m

Los Angeles

Mon 8/4

4:24 pm-10:46 pm

Nonstop4h 22m

$185

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/2

7:49 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop4h 31m

Los Angeles

Thu 7/10

4:24 pm-10:46 pm

Nonstop4h 22m

$203

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/29

7:16 am-9:36 am

Nonstop4h 20m

Los Angeles

Tue 8/5

11:25 am-5:42 pm

Nonstop4h 17m

$217

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/15

6:22 pm-8:54 pm

Nonstop4h 32m

Los Angeles

Sun 7/20

10:40 pm-4:51 am

Nonstop4h 11m

$223

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/26

12:40 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops9h 15m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/2

6:45 am-4:25 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$254

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/12

6:00 am-12:58 pm

1 stop8h 58m

Los Angeles

Fri 7/18

12:47 am-8:25 am

1 stop5h 38m

$257

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/1

10:15 pm-6:59 am

1 stop10h 44m

$64

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/2

4:10 pm-6:33 pm

Nonstop4h 23m

$99

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/27

2:07 pm-8:06 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$108

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The best insider tips for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles trip
Airlines
Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seats offer 11 inches more legroom, ideal for comfort on medium-haul flights.


Spirit's self-service bag drop saves time; print your boarding pass ahead to avoid extra fees.

Read more about Spirit Airlinesby Daniel Scheffler
United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom and priority boarding, ideal for comfort on medium-haul flights.


United's Polaris Lounges at ORD and LAX offer showers, napping areas, and dining for premium passengers.

Read more about United Airlinesby Harriet Baskas
Airports
ORD

For a quick departure from ORD, use the free shuttle train between terminals to avoid long walks.

Read more about ORDby Ramsey Qubein
LAX

Upon arrival at LAX, look for green signs directing you to free shuttles for rideshare pickups at LAX-it.

Read more about LAXby Ramsey Qubein
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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on Spirit Airlines

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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Harriet Baskas

Expert on United Airlines

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on ORD and LAX

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Best time to book a flight from O'Hare Intl to Los Angeles

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles?

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles, you should look to book at least 34 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl 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 ORD to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl 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.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 59% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from O'Hare Intl to Los Angeles. 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from ORD to LAX are scheduled on a Monday (138 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (79 on average).

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.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Chicago to Los Angeles. 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Los Angeles from Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    For a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Los Angeles, you will be flying into Los Angeles. Los Angeles (LAX) is just 9.4 mi from the center of the city. Los Angeles is the only Los Angeles airport and it handles 107 inbound flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl per day. 9 airlines have flights to Los Angeles from Chicago O'Hare Intl on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Los Angeles, with prices starting at $118. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $195 and $217, respectively. You may be able to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles for 56% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $64. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles?

    Consider Asiana Airlines (98%), Austrian Airlines (96%) or Air China (95%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles? While on average our users pay $1,685, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $58. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Los Angeles), is priced around $104.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?

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

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl 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 9 airlines flying from O'Hare Intl to Los Angeles

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl 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
Allegiant AirCheapest$49Average$131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$78Average$179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$91Average$205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Sun Country AirCheapest$147Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$182Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$206Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$278Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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