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Cheapest round-trip
$261
Typical prices: $386-$559
Southwest
Fri 1/12Sun 1/14
LGB - MDW • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$324
Typical prices: $398-$573
Southwest
Fri 1/12Sun 1/14
LGB - MDW • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 3h 49m
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LGB - ORD
Cheapest • 5% average savings
LGB - MDW
Most popular
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When to travel
December
Cheapest • 24% price drop
July
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Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA)
Cheapest • Avg $389 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 6h 02m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Long Beach to Chicago (LGB-CHI)

 

Cheap flights from Long Beach to Chicago with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Tue, Jan 12 - Thu, Jan 14
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11:00 am - 4:45 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-MDW Chicago Midway
3h 45mnonstop
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6:10 am - 10:15 amMDW  Chicago Midway-LGB Long Beach Municipal
6h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
$261Southwest
Mon, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 11
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7:00 am - 6:05 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 05m1 stop Salt Lake City
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7:30 am - 12:09 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGB Long Beach Municipal
6h 39m1 stop Salt Lake City
$269Delta
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 11
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7:00 am - 6:05 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 05m1 stop Salt Lake City
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7:30 am - 12:09 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGB Long Beach Municipal
6h 39m1 stop Salt Lake City
$269Delta
Wed, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 16
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1:05 pm - 9:47 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 42m1 stop Salt Lake City
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2:03 pm - 9:41 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGB Long Beach Municipal
9h 38m1 stop Salt Lake City
$269Delta
Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 10
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7:00 am - 6:05 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 05m1 stop Salt Lake City
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2:03 pm - 9:41 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGB Long Beach Municipal
9h 38m1 stop Salt Lake City
$269Delta
Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16
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7:00 am - 6:05 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 05m1 stop Salt Lake City
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2:03 pm - 9:41 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGB Long Beach Municipal
9h 38m1 stop Salt Lake City
$269Delta
Tue, Jan 12 - Thu, Jan 14
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3:00 pm - 10:30 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-MDW Chicago Midway
5h 30m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:10 am - 10:15 amMDW  Chicago Midway-LGB Long Beach Municipal
6h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
$270Southwest
Mon, Nov 2 - Wed, Nov 4
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7:30 pm - 5:55 amLGB  Long Beach Municipal-MDW Chicago Midway
8h 25m1 stop Oakland
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3:55 pm - 6:30 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-LGB Long Beach Municipal
4h 35mnonstop
$274Southwest
Tue, Jan 12 - Thu, Jan 14
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8:25 am - 8:20 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-MDW Chicago Midway
9h 55m2 stops Nashville Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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6:10 am - 10:15 amMDW  Chicago Midway-LGB Long Beach Municipal
6h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
$276Southwest
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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8:40 am - 7:05 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-MDW Chicago Midway
8h 25m1 stop Nashville Intl
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6:05 am - 10:20 amMDW  Chicago Midway-LGB Long Beach Municipal
6h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
$277Southwest

Price, demand and travel trends for Long Beach to Chicago flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Long Beach to Chicago?

Round-trip flights from Long Beach to Chicago typically range from $386 to $559. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $261, on Southwest.

What is the cheapest Long Beach to Chicago flight route?

Long Beach (LGB) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) is the cheapest Long Beach to Chicago route, averaging $417 round-trip. Other Long Beach to Chicago routes average $464, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Long Beach to Chicago?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Long Beach to Chicago. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 18% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Long Beach to Chicago?

•December is the cheapest month to fly from Long Beach to Chicago at $347 round-trip.
•January ($621) and July ($543) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 78% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Long Beach to Chicago flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$120
Beat the crowds with an average 91% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 83% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Long Beach to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Long Beach to Chicago

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Your Long Beach to Chicago flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Long Beach to Chicago?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Long Beach to Chicago:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:55 am and lands at 10:44 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:25 pm and lands at 4:14 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 49m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Long Beach to Chicago?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Long Beach to Chicago.

  • How long is a flight from Long Beach to Chicago?

    A nonstop flight from Long Beach to Chicago takes 3h 49m, covering 1,744 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Long Beach to Chicago?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Long Beach to Chicago flight?

    Round-trip flights from Long Beach to Chicago range from $386 to $559, with an average of $459 over the past 12 months. Anything below $386 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Long Beach to Chicago?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $389 round-trip via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA), compared to $468 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Long Beach to Chicago?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • How are flight departures from Long Beach to Chicago spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Long Beach to Chicago flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Long Beach to Chicago changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $261 to $1,990. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Long Beach to Chicago looking right now?

    One-way fares from Long Beach to Chicago are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $130, which is 49% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available in Chicago?

    Since Chicago is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) — daily rates from around $17:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Ace
    • Dollar

    Near Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) — daily rates from around $32:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Rent-A-Wreck

    Near Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) — daily rates from around $28:

    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Budget
    • Avis
    • National

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Long Beach to Chicago?

    Flights from Long Beach to Chicago usually depart from Long Beach Municipal (LGB) and may arrive at several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Long Beach to Chicago pass through?

    One-stop flights from Long Beach to Chicago most commonly connect through:

    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 11% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Long Beach to Chicago?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 22% on flights from Long Beach to Chicago. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $425 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $543, a difference of $118.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Long Beach to Chicago?

    Only Southwest operates flights between Long Beach and Chicago.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Long Beach to Chicago?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 02m, compared with 6h 24m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 6h 40m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

  • What is the time difference between Long Beach and Chicago?

    Chicago is 2 hours ahead of Long Beach (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago are Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and Soldier Field. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Long Beach to Chicago flights?

    Among airlines operating Long Beach to Chicago flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Long Beach to Chicago flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Southwest: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Long Beach to Chicago flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average $425, about $118 less than Sunday fares (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Long Beach to Chicago trip for December. Fares historically average $347 round-trip in that month - typically $274 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport (SEA) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $389 round-trip on this route - about $79 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chicago Midway Airport.

    • DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago Midway Airport
    • Holiday Inn Chicago - Midway Airport S by IHG
    • Skylark Motel

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