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$84+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Los Angeles (LAX)
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ORD — LAX
Jul 26 — Aug 21
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from | $145 (Kiwi.com) |
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One-way from | $85 (Mytrip) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $257 |
Good round-trip deal | $201 or less |
Good one-way deal | $122 or less |
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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to Los AngelesExplore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 21, 2025.
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Mon 8/186:10 amORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 29mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/257:58 pmLAX - ORD
1 stop6h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$145
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Mon 8/114:37 pmORD - LAX
1 stop6h 51mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/1911:39 pmLAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$146
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Fri 8/16:10 amORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 29mFrontier
Mon 8/114:24 pmLAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 22mFrontier
Deal found 7/20![Frontier logo]()
$149
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ORD - LAX
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 8/18
6:10 am-8:39 am
Nonstop4h 29m
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Mon 8/25
7:58 pm-4:50 am
1 stop6h 52m
$145
ChicagoLos Angeles
ORD - LAX
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 8/11
4:37 pm-9:28 pm
1 stop6h 51m
Los Angeles
Tue 8/19
11:39 pm-5:40 am
Nonstop4h 01m
$146
ChicagoLos Angeles
ORD - LAX
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 8/1
6:10 am-8:39 am
Nonstop4h 29m
Los Angeles
Mon 8/11
4:24 pm-10:46 pm
Nonstop4h 22m
$149
ChicagoLos Angeles
ORD - LAX
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 8/9
9:27 pm-11:58 pm
Nonstop4h 31m
$84
ChicagoLos Angeles
ORD - LAX
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 8/7
6:10 am-8:39 am
Nonstop4h 29m
$90
ChicagoLos Angeles
ORD - LAX
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 9/2
8:50 am-11:19 am
Nonstop4h 29m
$99
ChicagoLos Angeles
ORD - LAX
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 11/12
5:00 pm-7:32 pm
Nonstop4h 32m
$100
ChicagoLos Angeles
ORD - LAX
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 9/1
5:35 pm-7:52 pm
1 stop28h 17m
$103
ChicagoLos Angeles
ORD - LAX
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 11/12
3:25 pm-10:46 pm
1 stop9h 21m
$108
ChicagoLos Angeles
ORD - LAX
ORDLAX
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 8/31
7:15 am-3:12 pm
1 stop9h 57m
$117
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United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom and priority boarding, ideal for comfort on medium-haul flights.
United's Polaris Lounges at ORD and LAX offer showers, napping areas, and dining for premium passengers.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from O'Hare Intl to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on July 18, 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles, you should look to book at least 30 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ORD to LAX?
Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 21, 2025.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 60% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from O'Hare Intl to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on July 13, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles
Explore weekly flight availability from O'Hare Intl to Los Angeles. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 21, 2025.
The most flights from ORD to LAX are scheduled on a Monday (127 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (91 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles?
Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Los Angeles. Reviews last updated July 21, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.6
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMerlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.6
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMerlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.6
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMerlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.6
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMerlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.6
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMerlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.6
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMerlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
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| Cheapest$78 | Average$195 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$91 | Average$204 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$147 | Average$365 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time83% | |
| Cheapest$167 | Average$384 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$179 | Average$309 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$188 | Average$374 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$256 | Average$328 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$278 | Average$500 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |