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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Los Angeles to Chicago:

• Earliest: departs at 12:05 am and lands at 4:17 am
• Latest: departs at 11:59 pm and lands at 4:11 am.

The flight takes about 4h 12m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to Chicago:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Chicago takes 4h 12m, covering 1,753 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Chicago range from $250 to $459, with an average of $348 over the past 12 months. Anything below $250 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 34% above the $348 route average. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $216 round-trip via Dallas Love Field (DAL), compared to $352 for nonstop.

United Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while American Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Los Angeles to Chicago flights are:

• United Airlines: 92% on time
• American Airlines: 85% on time
• Southwest: 82% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 87% of the time on average.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Los Angeles to Chicago flights, with 43% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 26%, night flights for 21%, and evening flights for 10%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $197 to $1,495. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to Chicago flights:

• American Airlines
• Delta
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Los Angeles to Chicago are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $102, which is 54% below the typical average for this route.

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

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

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Los Angeles to Chicago route, 13% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 46m.

One-stop flights from Los Angeles to Chicago most commonly connect through:

• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 13% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 12% of one-stop connections
• Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 12% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 11% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from Los Angeles to Chicago. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $328 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $409, a difference of $81.

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

5 airlines operate flights between Los Angeles and Chicago. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• United Airlines
• American Airlines
• Southwest
• Delta
• Frontier

Flying via Salt Lake City (SLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 22m, compared with 6h 34m via Dallas Love Field (DAL) and 6h 59m via El Paso (ELP).

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

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.

Among airlines operating Los Angeles to Chicago flights:

• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Frontier: offers free seat selection
• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Southwest: offers free seat selection

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

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

• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

The FlyAway shuttle is one option for reaching LAX. It runs between several points in the Los Angeles area and all terminals at the airport.

The Chicago "L" train is usually the most cost-effective and quickest option. The Orange Line reaches downtown Chicago in roughly 20–25 minutes.

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is a large international hub with nine terminals. Accessible walkways and free LAX-it shuttles make it easier to get around. These shuttles run from terminal stops to the LAX-it pickup lot. LAX airport shuttles also run from the terminals to the Economy Parking Lot and the employee parking lots. They stop outside baggage claim on the first/arrivals level at the green LAX-it bus stop signs.

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) offers special assistance services for passengers with special needs, helping provide equal access to airport programs and activities. Each airline operating at ORD provides wheelchair assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and reservations can be made through the airline. A changing facility with a shower, restroom and other ADA facilities is located near Gate F3 in Terminal 2. All other restrooms in the airport are also wheelchair-accessible.

LAX offers multiple on-site parking options for overnight and longer-term stays. Central Terminal Airport Parking is available at all terminals and these lots are free for the first 15 minutes. LAX Economy Parking Lot E is located at 6100 W. 94th Street, Los Angeles, CA, 90045. Free airport shuttles run between LAX Economy Parking Lot E and the Central Terminal. Private off-airport parking options are also available nearby for passengers.