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$244
Spirit Airlines outward: Dec 22, 2023
1:45p ORD » 9:58p LAX
Spirit Airlines 1 stop (8h13m)
Unknown Company inbound: Dec 25, 2023
3:10p LAX » 6:58a MDW
Unknown Company 1 stop (15h48m)
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Spirit Airlines
outbound: Dec 22, 2023
Spirit Airlines 1 stop
return: Dec 25, 2023
Spirit Airlines 1 stop

Travel tips for flights Chicago - Los Angeles

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Route

Average flight duration: 12h (flight with stopovers)

  • Arrival city:
  • Los Angeles, USA
  • Airport(s):
  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
  • Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport (BUR)
  • Ontario International Airport (ONT)
  • Local time:
  • Dec 5, 2023 8:04 PM, GMT-8
  • Weather:
  • min. 54ºF, max. 70ºF
  • Departure city:
  • Chicago, USA
  • Airport(s):
  • Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
  • O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
  • Local time:
  • Dec 5, 2023 10:04 PM, GMT-6
  • Weather:
  • min. 33ºF, max. 44ºF

Why travel by plane from Chicago to Los Angeles?

Choosing to fly from Chicago to Los Angeles means a flight time of around 4h15m. In comparison, a drive between the two cities could take upwards of 29 hours depending on traffic. The equivalent bus or train journey would take even longer. Therefore, by flying, travelers are able to save over 20 hours of travel time. Airlines such as Spirit, Frontier, United, Southwest and American all fly along this route, with flights departing on a daily basis, meaning travelers have plenty of choice when it comes to making their trip to Los Angeles.

What is there to see and do in Los Angeles?

The City of Angels is home to plenty of great things to see and do, from cultural sights to a lively nightlife. Film fans can head to Hollywood to check out the Hollywood Walk of Fame, the iconic Hollywood sign, and Universal Studios – home to attractions such as the Wizarding World of Harry Potter and the Universal Studios WaterWorld. Los Angeles is also home to world class shopping, from designer stores to vintage boutiques; a great food and drink scene; beaches such as Venice Beach; and plenty of bars and clubs.