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)
If you're coming in on a late O'Hare International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near LAX:
Explore without limits with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and chase adventure across Los Angeles and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport around one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
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.