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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chicago O'Hare International to Los Angeles International flights are currently cheapest in December.

Direct flights from Chicago O'Hare International to Los Angeles International

Chicago O'Hare International to Los Angeles International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Chicago O'Hare International to Los Angeles below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Los Angeles International.

Chicago to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP4,709
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time4 hrs, 36 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week1,117

Finding cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare International to Los Angeles International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago O'Hare International to Los Angeles International is P4,709. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 36 minutes is the average flight time from Chicago O'Hare International to Los Angeles International.
American Airlines, Qantas and United fly direct from Chicago O'Hare International to Los Angeles International.
As of November 2025, there are 1,117 flights per week flying from Chicago O'Hare International to Los Angeles International.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare International to Los Angeles International is usually December.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport on Monday, 8 December 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 36 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Los Angeles International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Los Angeles International.

Flying from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know

  • Around 4 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from O'Hare International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.

  • The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7, which is two hours behind Chicago.

  • Flights from ORD to LAX start at 05:00 — the earliest with Spirit Airlines. The latest departure is at 23:05 with Spirit Airlines. Overall, there are 165 weekly O'Hare International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your ORD to LAX flight.

  • During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • A range of airlines offer direct flights from O'Hare International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, so jetting off to Los Angeles (and then seeing more of United States!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:

  • The majority of travellers choose to travel with American Airlines on this route.

  • With a reliable 83.8% of services landing on schedule, Spirit Airlines is the most punctual carrier for ORD to LAX flights.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from O'Hare International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between ORD and LAX include:

    • Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)

    • Denver International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • P1,707 is the lowest price for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. A return flight starts from P4,709. These fares can change depending on availability.

  • Score cheap tickets from ORD to LAX by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from O'Hare International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from ORD to LAX is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from O'Hare International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.

Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.

  • Of the flights that depart from O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% land on schedule at their destination.

  • O'Hare International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 55 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to ORD:

Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles

  • LAX is located at One World Way.

  • Los Angeles International Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.

  • It takes roughly 55 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from O'Hare International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Los Angeles in May.

  • The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from O'Hare International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ORD to LAX in February. Average temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.

Explore more of United States

  • San Diego is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.

  • Around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles, San Jose is another favourite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.

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