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$85+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Los Angeles (LAX)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — LAX
Dec 27 — Jan 31
Fri 12/27
Fri 1/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Illinois (USIL) to Los Angeles (LAX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 22, 2024.

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$157
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$85
(CheapOair)
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 22, 2024.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/306:15 amORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 38mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/66:30 amLAX - ORD
1 stop15h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$197
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/306:15 amORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 38mSpirit Airlines
Wed 1/112:55 amLAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/22$244
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/239:29 pmSTL - LAX
1 stop25h 02mFrontier
Sat 1/49:31 pmLAX - STL
1 stop11h 39mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$311
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/232:20 pmMDW - LAX
1 stop9h 15mFrontier
Mon 1/68:09 pmLAX - MDW
1 stop26h 04mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$315
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/228:34 pmORD - LAX
1 stop18h 36mFrontier
Sun 1/510:24 amLAX - ORD
1 stop12h 23mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$404
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/318:40 pmMDW - LAX
Nonstop4h 30mSouthwest
Sat 1/112:20 pmLAX - MDW
Nonstop4h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/21$414
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/302:20 pmMDW - LAX
2 stops19h 26mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/314:41 pmLAX - MDW
1 stop5h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$417
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2510:00 amORD - LAX
1 stop14h 49mSun Country Air
Mon 12/3011:59 pmLAX - ORD
1 stop15h 39mSun Country Air
Deal found 12/22$439
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/236:31 pmSPI - LAX
1 stop6h 46mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/286:00 amLAX - SPI
1 stop6h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$467
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/315:51 pmMDW - LAX
1 stop7h 07mDelta
Wed 1/15:45 amLAX - MDW
1 stop8h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/22$524
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/289:22 pmMLI - LAX
2 stops18h 04mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/308:36 pmLAX - MLI
1 stop13h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$574
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/252:23 pmSTL - LAX
2 stops19h 16mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/289:31 pmLAX - STL
1 stop11h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$590

Find flights from Illinois to Los Angeles within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Los Angeles that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 22, 2024.

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St. LouisLos Angeles

STL - LAX

STLLAX

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 2/7

7:09 pm-5:43 pm

1 stop24h 34m

Los Angeles

Fri 2/14

2:35 pm-9:16 am

1 stop16h 41m

$157

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/6

6:15 am-8:53 am

Nonstop4h 38m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/8

9:30 pm-5:27 pm

1 stop17h 57m

$169

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/13

11:30 am-2:20 pm

Nonstop4h 50m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/17

11:42 pm-5:40 am

Nonstop3h 58m

$171

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Fri 2/14

8:14 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop19h 21m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/16

8:09 pm-5:31 am

1 stop7h 22m

$172

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/13

6:50 am-8:32 am

1 stop27h 42m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/17

8:09 pm-5:00 am

1 stop6h 51m

$174

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Mon 1/6

1:24 pm-12:24 am

2 stops13h 00m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/15

8:14 am-12:13 am

1 stop13h 59m

$179

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/11

8:25 pm-10:59 pm

Nonstop4h 34m

Los Angeles

Thu 2/13

12:25 am-6:19 am

Nonstop3h 54m

$208

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Sat 2/22

1:45 pm-4:25 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/1

5:55 am-11:55 am

Nonstop4h 00m

$219

St. LouisLos Angeles

STL - LAX

STLLAX

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 2/4

2:49 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop9h 46m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/11

6:43 pm-9:16 am

1 stop12h 33m

$230

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

Sat 2/1

10:57 am-5:22 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/4

10:30 pm-8:51 am

1 stop8h 21m

$256

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Los Angeles

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Travel insights for flights from Illinois to Los Angeles

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Illinois to Los Angeles including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Los Angeles?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Illinois to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 IL to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 December 22, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to Los Angeles as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois 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 December 22, 2024.

The most flights from USIL to LAX are scheduled on a Saturday (110 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (57 on average).

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

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 December 22, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Frontier from Illinois to Los Angeles. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed by one hour and 40 minutes. Also baggage was delivered late at Boston. This delay made me miss my connection from Boston to Hyderabad

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed by one hour and 40 minutes. Also baggage was delivered late at Boston. This delay made me miss my connection from Boston to Hyderabad

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,537 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed by one hour and 40 minutes. Also baggage was delivered late at Boston. This delay made me miss my connection from Boston to Hyderabad

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed by one hour and 40 minutes. Also baggage was delivered late at Boston. This delay made me miss my connection from Boston to Hyderabad

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,028 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed by one hour and 40 minutes. Also baggage was delivered late at Boston. This delay made me miss my connection from Boston to Hyderabad

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed by one hour and 40 minutes. Also baggage was delivered late at Boston. This delay made me miss my connection from Boston to Hyderabad

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Los Angeles from Illinois?

    If you book a flight to Los Angeles from Illinois, you will be flying to Los Angeles, which is the city’s only airport. Los Angeles (LAX) is located 9.4 mi from the center of Los Angeles.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Illinois to Los Angeles one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Illinois to Los Angeles are Frontier ($85), Spirit Airlines ($86), and Southwest ($90).

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Los Angeles?

    Most travelers choose Chicago O'Hare Intl - Los Angeles, Chicago Midway - Los Angeles or Lambert-St Louis - Los Angeles when deciding on the best route from Illinois to Los Angeles.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Illinois to Los Angeles?

    Before booking your flight to Los Angeles from Illinois, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Austrian Airlines (95%), Spirit Airlines (91%), Brussels Airlines( 90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Los Angeles?

    The cheapest flight price from Illinois to Los Angeles is $85. On average you can expect to pay $996. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $102.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Illinois to Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Illinois to Los Angeles?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Illinois to Los Angeles.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Illinois to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to Los Angeles by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Illinois to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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.

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Top 9 airlines flying from Illinois to Los Angeles

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Los Angeles. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$54Average$162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$90Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$110Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$137Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Sun Country AirCheapest$147Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$204Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$206Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$222Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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