Cheap American Airlines Flights from Los Angeles to Chicago (LAX→ORD)

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Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Tue, 20 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan
LAX
Los Angeles
ORD
Chicago
AU$409 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$409
Return
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, 20 Jan from Los Angeles to Chicago, returning Sun, 25 Jan, priced at AU$409 found 6 days ago
American Airlines
Thu, 25 Dec - Thu, 1 Jan
LAX
Los Angeles
ORD
Chicago
AU$434 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$434
Return
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, 25 Dec from Los Angeles to Chicago, returning Thu, 1 Jan, priced at AU$434 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Thu, 25 Dec - Thu, 1 Jan
LAX
Los Angeles
ORD
Chicago
AU$449 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$449
Return
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, 25 Dec from Los Angeles to Chicago, returning Thu, 1 Jan, priced at AU$449 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Thu, 25 Dec - Thu, 1 Jan
LAX
Los Angeles
ORD
Chicago
AU$464 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$464
Return
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, 25 Dec from Los Angeles to Chicago, returning Thu, 1 Jan, priced at AU$464 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Tue, 20 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan
LAX
Los Angeles
ORD
Chicago
AU$468 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$468
Return
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, 20 Jan from Los Angeles to Chicago, returning Sun, 25 Jan, priced at AU$468 found 6 days ago
American Airlines
Tue, 20 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan
LAX
Los Angeles
ORD
Chicago
AU$479 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$479
Return
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, 20 Jan from Los Angeles to Chicago, returning Sun, 25 Jan, priced at AU$479 found 6 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles (LAX) to Chicago (ORD)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From AU$102 - AU$314 per traveller.

Alternative airports near Chicago

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Midway Intl. MDW. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city centre is 16 minutes. Flights from AU$486
MDW
Midway Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city centre16 min
Flights from AU$486

Frequently asked questions

How much is an American Airlines flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Apply the "Price (lowest to highest)" filter on Expedia to search for cheap American Airlines return flights from AU$409 from LAX to ORD. Affordable one-way fares from AU$180 are also on offer.**These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
What is the cheapest month to fly from LAX to ORD with American Airlines?
American Airlines flights to Chicago are generally more affordable in the off-peak months of January and February. Whether you're after a round-trip or one-way ticket, you could land a better deal then.
Does American Airlines fly nonstop from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
American Airlines has direct flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), with 49 departures every week. Simply apply the "Nonstop" and "Airline" filters during your search on Expedia to find all direct American Airlines flights to ORD.
How long does it take to fly from LAX to ORD with American Airlines?
Leave Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) for O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) on a direct American Airlines flight, and you'll be airborne for approximately 4h 6m.
Which day of the week has the most American Airlines flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
American Airlines operates the most flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) on Saturday. With up to 7 daily departures, you'll get the most options and flexibility on this day.
What airports does American Airlines fly into in Chicago?
The majority of American Airlines flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Chicago land at O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). This is the airline's main entry point to this destination. It's worth exploring Expedia for flights to nearby airports like Midway Intl. Airport (MDW), as prices may be lower.
What type of plane does American Airlines fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Most likely, you'll catch a Boeing 737-800 for your American Airlines flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). However, you could end up on an alternative aircraft for operational reasons.
Can I change or cancel my American Airlines flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
In most cases, you can modify or cancel your flight, although there may be a charge if your booking was made more than 24 hours ago. Want to keep your options open? Make use of our "Changes included" or "No cancel fee" filter to find flights that won't charge you extra if you need to adjust your plans. To make changes, go to "Trips," select your flight and click on "Manage Booking" for more information.

Travel information

Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
O'Hare Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, United
Popular airline
United
Distance
2785 km
Average flight time
6 hours 7 mins

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