Direct flights from Los Angeles to Chicago LAX → ORD
Aer Lingus, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines operate nonstop flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Chicago (ORD). The nonstop flight takes around ~3h 30m, covering 1,741 miles (2,802 km) and operates multiple daily. Round-trip fares currently start at $181, with a typical fare around $294 across 107 recent fare combinations. Updated 28 June 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Is there a direct flight from Los Angeles to Chicago?
Yes, Aer Lingus, American Airlines and 4 more airlines operate nonstop flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Chicago (ORD).
Which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles to Chicago?
Aer Lingus, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United Airlines operate nonstop flights from Los Angeles to Chicago.
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Chicago?
The nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Chicago takes ~3h 30m (approximately 2802 km).
How often do direct flights operate from Los Angeles to Chicago?
Nonstop flights from Los Angeles to Chicago operate multiple daily.
How much is a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Chicago?
Round-trip flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Chicago (ORD) start at $181, with a typical fare around $294. Based on 107 recent fare combinations.