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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to Los Angeles
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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Los Angeles?
What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?
The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles from Chicago, with most prices found around £163. If you aren’t able to travel to Los Angeles during the month of September, then flying in August is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £176.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?
The cheapest day to depart from Chicago to Los Angeles is on a Friday. Travellers who choose to depart for Los Angeles on a Friday will often find tickets for as low as £175. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Wednesday because tickets tend to average around £1,006. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Los Angeles.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?
Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Los Angeles is in the morning. Flights from Chicago to Los Angeles during this time can be as low as £245. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are £1,084 on average. Flights to Los Angeles from Chicago in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.
What is the cheapest Chicago to Los Angeles flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to Los Angeles?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Los Angeles from Chicago when booking 5 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Los Angeles for around £202 when searching 5 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Los Angeles from Chicago for as low as £167 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Chicago to Los Angeles flights?
There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago to Los Angeles flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
How many flights depart from Chicago to Los Angeles on average per day?
As of June 2025, there are 103 flights per day flying from Chicago to Los Angeles. The most common time of day flights depart is 18:00, with 37% of flights taking off at midday.
How many flights depart from Chicago to Los Angeles on average per week?
The number of flights available between Chicago and Los Angeles is 725 per week as of June 2025. The most frequent departure day is Thu, with 17% of weekly flights leaving on this day.
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How far is Chicago to Los Angeles by plane?
Chicago and Los Angeles are 1744.8 mi apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 4h 14m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Los Angeles Airport?
Prices for flights from Chicago to Los Angeles Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Los Angeles Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Chicago to Los Angeles Airport is 1 as of June 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Los Angeles Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Los Angeles Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Los Angeles Airport 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 Los Angeles Airport. 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 Chicago to Los Angeles?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Chicago to Los Angeles is Airbus A321neo, representing 22.94% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737-800 at 15.59%, Airbus A320neo at 10.16%, and Boeing 757-300 at 9.95%.
What is the most popular airline from Chicago to Los Angeles?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Chicago to Los Angeles is Spirit Airlines, representing 100% of all bookings.
Best airlines flying from Chicago to Los Angeles
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| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom £85 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 8,054 reviews |
Spirit Airlines Flights From Chicago to Los Angeles
The lowest priced Spirit Airlines flight from Chicago to Los Angeles from the last 72 hours was £115. Generally, Spirit Airlines has 12 flights on this route every week with an average price of £181. Spirit Airlines is rated 6.3/10 by our users.
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Chicago to Los Angeles?
momondo collates all your flight options in one place and lets you filter them to find the perfect flight from Chicago to Los Angeles. momondo saves you time and could save you money on your trip.
Can I find flights from Chicago to Los Angeles with flexible booking policies on momondo?
All flight searches from Chicago to Los Angeles on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.
How can momondo help me find flights from Chicago to Los Angeles?
Once you have performed a search for Chicago to Los Angeles flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.
I’m not ready to book a flight from Chicago to Los Angeles right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
Yes. momondo can track prices for Chicago to Los Angeles flights and alert you when they change. Perform a search to set up the price alert. All that is required is a valid email address.