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What’s the cost of a flight from Chicago to Los Angeles?

Prices vary based on date, airline, and availability. Compare several options if you're flying between Chicago and Los Angeles.

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If possible, avoid holiday periods: ticket prices tend to rise quickly and availability drops, especially on busy routes. Morning and evening flights are often in high demand too — book early to get a good fare.

Flying between Chicago and Los Angeles? Consider these airports

Depending on your destination and where you’re starting from, it might make sense to look beyond the main hubs.

  • Airports in Chicago: Chicago has 3 airports - Midway, O'Hare, Rockford.
  • Airports in Los Angeles: The only active option is Los Angeles.

Check if your destination airport has a rail link — it can make getting around easier. Jetcost lets you view options from all Chicago airports in a single search.

Flights from Chicago to Los Angeles

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Other popular destinations

Planning a trip to United States? These cities are popular too: Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City, Orlando.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions about flights from Chicago to Los Angeles.

How much does an airline ticket from Chicago to Los Angeles cost?

Flight prices can vary a lot depending on the period and destination. At the moment, this information is not available for flights from Chicago to Los Angeles.

How far is Chicago from Los Angeles?

Chicago is about 2818 km from Los Angeles.

What are the airports in Los Angeles?

Los Angeles has one airport: Los Angeles.

What are the airports in Chicago?

Chicago has 3 airports: Midway, O'Hare, Rockford.

What are the most popular cities in United States?

The most popular cities in United States according to our users' searches are: Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City, Orlando.

When should I book a flight from Chicago to Los Angeles?

The best time to book a flight from Chicago to Los Angeles is 1 month in advance, while the worst time is 7 weeks in advance.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Los Angeles?

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What is the most expensive month to fly from Chicago to Los Angeles?

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What is the best day of the week to fly from Chicago to Los Angeles?

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