What is the most punctual flight time for Los Angeles to Chicago flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles to Chicago?

United Airlines and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Los Angeles to Chicago

How often are flights from Los Angeles to Chicago delayed?

Historically, on average around 9% of flights between Los Angeles and Chicago have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 160 minutes.

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to Chicago on average per day?

The number of flights available between Los Angeles and Chicago is 98 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 10:00a.m., with 50% of daily flights leaving at noon.

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to Chicago on average per week?

As of December 2025, 687 flights take off from Los Angeles and land in Chicago each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Fri, with 16% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Los Angeles to Chicago flights?

According to our data, United Airlines has had the least delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 6% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Chicago?

Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Chicago refresh daily.

How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to Chicago?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Airport to Chicago.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chicago can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chicago. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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12:30 a.m. - 6:30 a.m.

LAX

ORD

4h 00mdirect

1:00 p.m. - 3:31 p.m.

ORD

LAX

4h 31mdirect

C$ 217United Airlines

Fri, 16 Jan - Tue, 20 Jan

5:30 a.m. - 2:05 p.m.

LAX

ORD

6h 35m1 stop

4:25 p.m. - 9:25 p.m.

ORD

LAX

7h 00m1 stop

C$ 227Southwest

Sat, 17 Jan - Tue, 20 Jan

12:51 a.m. - 6:46 a.m.

LAX

ORD

3h 55mdirect

6:00 a.m. - 8:34 a.m.

ORD

LAX

4h 34mdirect

C$ 243Spirit Airlines

Fri, 24 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr

5:40 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

LAX

ORD

5h 50m1 stop

1:00 p.m. - 9:25 p.m.

ORD

LAX

10h 25m2 stops

C$ 287Southwest

Sat, 17 Jan - Tue, 20 Jan

12:51 a.m. - 6:46 a.m.

LAX

ORD

3h 55mdirect

8:53 p.m. - 8:15 a.m.

ORD

LAX

13h 22m1 stop

C$ 295Spirit Airlines

Sun, 17 May - Wed, 27 May

8:45 p.m. - 2:05 p.m.

LAX

ORD

15h 20m1 stop

5:29 p.m. - 8:55 a.m.

ORD

LAX

17h 26m1 stop

C$ 328Alaska Airlines

Sat, 14 Feb - Wed, 18 Feb

12:30 a.m. - 6:30 a.m.

LAX

ORD

4h 00mdirect

9:01 a.m. - 11:52 a.m.

ORD

LAX

4h 51mdirect

C$ 329United Airlines

Sat, 17 Jan - Tue, 27 Jan

2:15 p.m. - 8:25 p.m.

LAX

ORD

4h 10mdirect

9:01 a.m. - 11:52 a.m.

ORD

LAX

4h 51mdirect

C$ 340United Airlines

Sat, 17 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan

2:15 p.m. - 8:25 p.m.

LAX

ORD

4h 10mdirect

2:40 p.m. - 5:20 p.m.

ORD

LAX

4h 40mdirect

C$ 346United Airlines

Sat, 17 Jan - Mon, 19 Jan

12:59 a.m. - 9:12 a.m.

LAX

ORD

6h 13m1 stop

7:41 a.m. - 6:38 p.m.

ORD

LAX

12h 57m1 stop

C$ 347Spirit Airlines

Sun, 17 May - Wed, 27 May

JetBlue flights from Los Angeles to Chicago

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JetBlue

3 Feb

LAX8:00 a.m.Los Angeles

9h 36m

1 stop

ORD7:36 p.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl

23 Feb

ORD6:04 a.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl

13h 32m

1 stop

LAX5:36 p.m.Los Angeles

C$ 357

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17 Jan

LAX8:00 a.m.Los Angeles

9h 36m

1 stop

ORD7:36 p.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl

24 Jan

ORD9:40 a.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl

9h 39m

1 stop

LAX5:19 p.m.Los Angeles

C$ 358

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13 Jan

LAX8:38 p.m.Los Angeles

19h 05m

1 stop

ORD5:43 p.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl

20 Jan

ORD9:40 a.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl

17h 10m

1 stop

LAX12:50 a.m.Los Angeles

C$ 381

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24 Apr

LAX12:51 a.m.Los Angeles

3h 55m

ORD6:46 a.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl

27 Apr

ORD6:00 a.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl

4h 34m

LAX8:34 a.m.Los Angeles

C$ 243

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8 May

LAX9:39 a.m.Los Angeles

4h 03m

ORD3:42 p.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl

8 May

ORD8:53 p.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl

13h 22m

1 stop

LAX8:15 a.m.Los Angeles

C$ 290

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17 May

LAX12:51 a.m.Los Angeles

3h 55m

ORD6:46 a.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl

27 May

ORD8:53 p.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl

13h 22m

1 stop

LAX8:15 a.m.Los Angeles

C$ 295

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LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Fri 16/1

12:30 a.m.-6:30 a.m.

Nonstop4h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 20/1

1:00 p.m.-3:31 p.m.

Nonstop4h 31m

C$ 217

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Sat 17/1

5:30 a.m.-2:05 p.m.

1 stop6h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 20/1

4:25 p.m.-9:25 p.m.

1 stop7h 00m

C$ 227

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Fri 24/4

12:51 a.m.-6:46 a.m.

Nonstop3h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 27/4

6:00 a.m.-8:34 a.m.

Nonstop4h 34m

C$ 243

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Sat 17/1

5:40 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

1 stop5h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 20/1

1:00 p.m.-9:25 p.m.

2 stops10h 25m

C$ 287

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Sun 17/5

12:51 a.m.-6:46 a.m.

Nonstop3h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 27/5

8:53 p.m.-8:15 a.m.

1 stop13h 22m

C$ 295

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Sat 14/2

8:45 p.m.-2:05 p.m.

1 stop15h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 18/2

5:29 p.m.-8:55 a.m.

1 stop17h 26m

C$ 328

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Sat 17/1

12:30 a.m.-6:30 a.m.

Nonstop4h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 27/1

9:01 a.m.-11:52 a.m.

Nonstop4h 51m

C$ 329

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Sat 17/1

2:15 p.m.-8:25 p.m.

Nonstop4h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 18/1

9:01 a.m.-11:52 a.m.

Nonstop4h 51m

C$ 340

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Sat 17/1

2:15 p.m.-8:25 p.m.

Nonstop4h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 19/1

2:40 p.m.-5:20 p.m.

Nonstop4h 40m

C$ 346

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Sun 17/5

12:59 a.m.-9:12 a.m.

1 stop6h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 27/5

7:41 a.m.-6:38 p.m.

1 stop12h 57m

C$ 347

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Los Angeles and Chicago?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of February is another great option to travel to Chicago, with average flight prices from Los Angeles averaging around C$ 351.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as C$ 216. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around C$ 688. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Chicago.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from Los Angeles to Chicago when you can find flight prices for as low as C$ 456. Flying to Chicago in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. At noon is when there is more demand to fly to Chicago, so prices are often more expensive at around C$ 644 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Los Angeles to Chicago flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Los Angeles when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around C$ 408 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Los Angeles for as low as C$ 334 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Los Angeles to Chicago flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Los Angeles to Chicago flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Los Angeles to Chicago flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Los Angeles to Chicago.

How have Los Angeles to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Los Angeles to Chicago flights are approximately 12% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Airports in Chicago	3 airports

The fastest flight from Los Angeles to Chicago takes 4h 06m

Direct flights go from Los Angeles to Chicago every day.

There are 3 airports in Chicago. From Los Angeles there are direct flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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How far is Los Angeles to Chicago by plane?
Chicago is 2808.0 km away from Los Angeles. Typically, this will take 4h 06m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Chicago?
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How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to Chicago?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Airport to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chicago can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chicago. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Los Angeles to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Los Angeles and Chicago, the leading plane model is Airbus A321neo, making up 18.45% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737-800 with 14.77%, Boeing 757-300 with 11.75%, and Airbus A320neo with 7.59%.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of February is another great option to travel to Chicago, with average flight prices from Los Angeles averaging around C$ 351.

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What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

What is the cheapest Los Angeles to Chicago flight route?

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What cabin class options are available on Los Angeles to Chicago flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Los Angeles to Chicago flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Los Angeles to Chicago flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Los Angeles to Chicago.

How have Los Angeles to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Los Angeles to Chicago flights are approximately 12% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles to Chicago?

United Airlines and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Los Angeles to Chicago

How often are flights from Los Angeles to Chicago delayed?

Historically, on average around 9% of flights between Los Angeles and Chicago have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 160 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Los Angeles to Chicago flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Los Angeles to Chicago flights?

According to our data, United Airlines has had the least delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 6% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to Chicago on average per day?

The number of flights available between Los Angeles and Chicago is 98 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 10:00a.m., with 50% of daily flights leaving at noon.

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to Chicago on average per week?

As of December 2025, 687 flights take off from Los Angeles and land in Chicago each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Fri, with 16% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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