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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Chicago (CHI)

Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Chicago (LAX-CHI)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at AU$169 for one-way flights and AU$337 for return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change.
American Airlines
Tue, 12 Jan - Tue, 23 Feb
LAX
Los Angeles
ORD
Chicago
AU$337
Return
Found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, 12 Jan from Los Angeles to Chicago, returning Tue, 23 Feb, priced at AU$337 Found 6 days ago
Delta
Tue, 12 Jan - Tue, 23 Feb
LAX
Los Angeles
ORD
Chicago
AU$337
Return
Found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, 12 Jan from Los Angeles to Chicago, returning Tue, 23 Feb, priced at AU$337 Found 6 days ago
American Airlines
Sat, 5 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec
LAX
Los Angeles
ORD
Chicago
AU$338
Return
Found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, 5 Dec from Los Angeles to Chicago, returning Sat, 12 Dec, priced at AU$338 Found 1 day ago
Delta
Tue, 19 Jan - Tue, 26 Jan
LAX
Los Angeles
ORD
Chicago
AU$339
Return
Found 2 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, 19 Jan from Los Angeles to Chicago, returning Tue, 26 Jan, priced at AU$339 Found 2 days ago
American Airlines
Mon, 7 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec
LAX
Los Angeles
ORD
Chicago
AU$342
Return
Found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, 7 Dec from Los Angeles to Chicago, returning Tue, 15 Dec, priced at AU$342 Found 6 days ago
Delta
Tue, 12 Jan - Tue, 23 Feb
LAX
Los Angeles
ORD
Chicago
AU$351
Return
Found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, 12 Jan from Los Angeles to Chicago, returning Tue, 23 Feb, priced at AU$351 Found 6 days ago
Delta
Sat, 5 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec
LAX
Los Angeles
ORD
Chicago
AU$352
Return
Found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, 5 Dec from Los Angeles to Chicago, returning Sat, 12 Dec, priced at AU$352 Found 1 day ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, 12 Jan - Tue, 23 Feb
LAX
Los Angeles
ORD
Chicago
AU$365
Return
Found 6 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, 12 Jan from Los Angeles to Chicago, returning Tue, 23 Feb, priced at AU$365 Found 6 days ago
United
Thu, 21 Jan - Thu, 28 Jan
LAX
Los Angeles
ORD
Chicago
AU$481
Return
Found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, 21 Jan from Los Angeles to Chicago, returning Thu, 28 Jan, priced at AU$481 Found 2 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, 9 Mar - Wed, 10 Mar
LAX
Los Angeles
MDW
Chicago
AU$577
Return
Found 15 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, 9 Mar from Los Angeles to Chicago, returning Wed, 10 Mar, priced at AU$577 Found 15 hours ago

Alternative airports near Chicago

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

Select flight to O'Hare Intl. ORD. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city centre is 23 minutes. Flights from AU$538
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city centre23 min
Flights from AU$538
Select flight to Midway Intl. MDW. Closest option available. Average driving time to city centre is 16 minutes. Flights from AU$593
MDW
Midway Intl.
Closest
Average driving time to city centre16 min
Flights from AU$593

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

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From AU$140 - AU$407 per traveller.

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LAX to CHI Flights

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a flight from LAX to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports)?

The lowest price advertised for a round-trip flight from LAX to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports) is AU$337. But you better move fast. This figure is based on fares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from LAX to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports)?

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How do I find cheap flights from LAX to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports) that have flexible change policies?

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How far is the flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports)?

The flight distance from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports) is 2 700 kilometres. Bring along a drink, a few snacks and an interesting novel to read. Keep yourself entertained and the time will fly by.

Which airlines fly direct from LAX to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports)?

Take a look at the deals on offer with these leading carriers and lock in your fare from LAX to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports) today:

  • United Airlines - (UA) with 282 monthly flights
  • American Airlines - (AA) with 238 monthly flights
  • Southwest Airlines - (WN) with 104 monthly flights
  • Spirit Airlines - (NK) with 91 monthly flights

Are Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?

Tickets from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports) are available up to a year prior to departure on Expedia. And although you may occasionally nab fantastic last-minute deals, it's never a sure thing. Also, booking your flights ahead of time means you'll have more options — and you can avoid getting caught in the dreaded middle seat! We're constantly updating our fares to bring you the best bargains, so keep checking in for all the latest specials.

Travel information

Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
Chicago Midway Airport
Distance
2,811 km away
Airlines serving
Southwest Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Delta
Popular airline
Southwest Airlines
Return price
AU$337
Average flight time
3 hours 55 mins
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