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$73+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Los Angeles (LAX)

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ORD — LAX
abr. 5 — abr. 121
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Los Angeles

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Los Angeles flight deals. Data was last updated marzo 31, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$143
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$73
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$359

Good round-trip deal

$252 or less

Good one-way deal

$127 or less
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From Illinois to Los Angeles
One-way flight from Illinois to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($19 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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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 marzo 31, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
mié. 4/2310:26 pmORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 45mSpirit Airlines
lun. 4/2811:48 pmLAX - ORD
1 stop10h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/30$143
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
mié. 5/219:02 pmORD - LAX
1 stop11h 49mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 5/244:46 pmLAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$162
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
mar. 4/298:40 pmMDW - LAX
Nonstop4h 30mSouthwest
mar. 5/65:20 pmLAX - MDW
Nonstop4h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 3/30$179
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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.
vie. 5/26:15 amMDW - LAX
1 stop15h 35mFrontier
jue. 5/89:39 amLAX - MDW
1 stop27h 09mFrontier
Deal found 3/29$232
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
jue. 7/106:10 amORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 29mFrontier
lun. 7/144:46 pmLAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 22mFrontier
Deal found 3/31$238
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
mié. 5/1412:48 pmMDW - LAX
1 stop10h 51mDelta
mié. 5/219:50 amLAX - MDW
1 stop6h 55mDelta
Deal found 3/30$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
mar. 8/55:20 pmORD - LAX
1 stop6h 56mDelta
sáb. 8/96:30 amLAX - ORD
1 stop8h 20mDelta
Deal found 3/30$257
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
mar. 7/297:00 amORD - LAX
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
mar. 8/511:45 amLAX - ORD
1 stop8h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 3/30$274
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 5/235:00 pmSTL - LAX
1 stop7h 49mSun Country Air
vie. 5/3011:59 pmLAX - STL
1 stop12h 55mSun Country Air
Deal found 3/30$275
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 5/247:59 pmORD - LAX
1 stop13h 35mAlaska Airlines
jue. 5/291:57 pmLAX - ORD
1 stop7h 59mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/31$276
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
sáb. 4/126:51 pmSTL - LAX
1 stop7h 34mFrontier
dom. 4/136:30 amLAX - STL
1 stop24h 36mFrontier
Deal found 3/30$278
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
lun. 4/142:10 pmORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 38mAmerican Airlines
mar. 4/226:05 amLAX - ORD
Nonstop4h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$291

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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 marzo 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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Illinois

Fly to

Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 4/23

10:26 pm-1:11 am

Nonstop4h 45m

Los Angeles

lun. 4/28

11:48 pm-12:47 pm

1 stop10h 59m

$143

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 5/21

9:02 pm-6:51 am

1 stop11h 49m

Los Angeles

sáb. 5/24

4:46 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop4h 19m

$162

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

mar. 4/29

8:40 pm-11:10 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

Los Angeles

mar. 5/6

5:20 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

$179

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

vie. 5/2

6:15 am-7:50 pm

1 stop15h 35m

Los Angeles

jue. 5/8

9:39 am-2:48 pm

1 stop27h 09m

$232

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 7/10

6:10 am-8:39 am

Nonstop4h 29m

Los Angeles

lun. 7/14

4:46 pm-11:08 pm

Nonstop4h 22m

$238

ChicagoLos Angeles

MDW - LAX

MDWLAX

Chicago Midway

mié. 5/14

12:48 pm-9:39 pm

1 stop10h 51m

Los Angeles

mié. 5/21

9:50 am-6:45 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$257

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 8/5

5:20 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop6h 56m

Los Angeles

sáb. 8/9

6:30 am-4:50 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$257

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 7/29

7:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop6h 45m

Los Angeles

mar. 8/5

11:45 am-10:20 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$274

St. LouisLos Angeles

STL - LAX

STLLAX

Lambert-St Louis

vie. 5/23

5:00 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop7h 49m

Los Angeles

vie. 5/30

11:59 pm-2:54 pm

1 stop12h 55m

$275

ChicagoLos Angeles

ORD - LAX

ORDLAX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 5/24

7:59 pm-7:34 am

1 stop13h 35m

Los Angeles

jue. 5/29

9:25 am-11:56 pm

1 stop12h 31m

$276

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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 June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 marzo 31, 2025.

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 marzo 31, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to LAX are scheduled on a Monday (105 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (43 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 marzo 31, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta 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.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 Spirit Airlines ($73), Frontier ($77), and Southwest ($90).

  • What are the most popular routes 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: ANA (91%), Air China (88%), Japan Airlines( 88%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Illinois to Los Angeles is $68. On average you can expect to pay $1,998. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $109.

  • 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 June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$54Average$161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$78Average$196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$89Average$233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$137Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Sun Country AirCheapest$147Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
SouthwestCheapest$152Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$180Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$206Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$222Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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