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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Los Angeles to Chicago
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?
The cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Los Angeles is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around £181, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Chicago from Los Angeles during May instead. Flights to Chicago in May, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around £197.
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 Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as £174. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. The most expensive day to fly to Chicago is Monday, with ticket prices averaging around £678.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago?
Flying to Chicago from Los Angeles in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £254 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Flights at midday are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £791.
What is the cheapest Los Angeles to Chicago flight route?
Fly from Los Angeles to Chicago Midway for the best Los Angeles - Chicago flight prices
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 7 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around £222 when searching 7 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 £183 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 June 2025, prices for Los Angeles to Chicago flights are approximately 44% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.
How many flights depart from Los Angeles to Chicago on average per day?
As of June 2025, 111 flights take off from Los Angeles and land in Chicago each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 08:00, with 42% of daily flights taking off at midday.
How many flights depart from Los Angeles to Chicago on average per week?
As of June 2025, there are 777 flights per week flying from Los Angeles to Chicago. The most common day of the week flights depart is Thu, with 17% of flights taking off on this day.
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How far is Los Angeles to Chicago by plane?
Chicago is 1744.8 mi away from Los Angeles. By plane, this route typically takes 4h 04m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Chicago are updated 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 required travel and health documents for your Chicago trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Los Angeles to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Los Angeles to Chicago is Airbus A321neo (23.98% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737-800 (14.24%), Airbus A320neo (10.17%), and Boeing 757-300 (7.93%).
What is the most popular airline from Los Angeles to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Los Angeles and Chicago, the leading airline is Spirit Airlines, making up 100% of the total bookings.
Why use momondo?
Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Los Angeles to Chicago?
momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and agents so you can find and book the best deal on flights from Los Angeles to Chicago . Millions of users trust and use momondo every year so you are in good hands.
Can I find flights from Los Angeles to Chicago with flexible booking policies on momondo?
All flight searches from Los Angeles to Chicago on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.
How can momondo help me find flights from Los Angeles to Chicago?
Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Chicago from Los Angeles.
I’m not ready to book a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
If you are not ready to book a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago now, use our insights above to find helpful tips or alternatively set up a price alert, where momondo will track prices on flights to Chicago and let you know when they change.