Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Chicago
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Key info about flying to Chicago
Depart from
Los Angeles International
Arrive to
O Hare International
Flights per week
387
Flight distance
2805 km
Worth visiting
Art Institute of Chicago
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Direct flights from Los Angeles to Chicago
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Airlines that fly from Los Angeles to Chicago
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Getting from Chicago's airport to the city center
Fastest options: CTA Blue Line train from O'Hare. Best value: CTA Orange Line from Midway or shared ride services.
How to get from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Chicago?
Transport Option | Typical Time | Typical Cost | Frequency | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
40-50 min | $5; standard fare | every 5–10 min (traffic dependent) | budget travelers to Loop | |
60-90 min | $2 – $5; combined bus and Metra fare | every 20–30 min (traffic dependent) | northwest suburbs connection | |
35-70 min | $45 – $65; metered; varies by traffic | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | door-to-door with luggage | |
35-70 min | $35 – $75; surge pricing may apply | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | app-based convenience | |
35-70 min | $60 – $120; pre-booked; fixed rate | by reservation (traffic dependent) | groups or business travel |
How to get from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Chicago?
Transport Option | Typical Time | Typical Cost | Frequency | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
25-30 min | $5; standard fare | every 6–12 min (traffic dependent) | quick access to Loop | |
20-45 min | $30 – $45; metered; varies by traffic | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | door-to-door convenience | |
20-45 min | $25 – $50; surge pricing may apply | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | flexible pickup location |
Notes:
- Prices in USD; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
- CTA Ventra cards or contactless payment accepted on Blue and Orange Lines.
- Taxis are metered; ride-hailing prices vary with demand. Road traffic can significantly affect journey times.
- We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.
Updated: December 2025
Weather in Chicago
Average Weather
| Month | Average monthly max temperature | Average monthly min temperature |
| January | -1°C | -6°C |
| February | 0°C | -5°C |
| March | 6°C | 0°C |
| April | 11°C | 5°C |
| May | 17°C | 10°C |
| June | 22°C | 16°C |
| July | 26°C | 20°C |
| August | 25°C | 19°C |
| September | 22°C | 16°C |
| October | 16°C | 10°C |
| November | 8°C | 3°C |
| December | 2°C | -1°C |
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Chicago travel tips
Accommodation in Chicago is expensive – prepare at least $90 per night
Chicago is one of the most expensive cities in America. If you are unlucky with the discounts, you will have to pay at the hotel at least $95 per night. To avoid taking too long to reach attractions, stay at hotels along the lake, from the Near North Side to Chinatown.
Check out Humboldt Park in Chicago for a relaxing break and Puerto Rican culture
Humboldt Park has ponds, playgrounds, and tennis courts. In addition, there is a Puerto American Center in Chicago: a cafe with local cuisine and a Museum of Puerto American Art. It also hosts the Puerto Rican Festival and the Latin Jazz Festival.
If you are going to a bar or club party in Chicago, bring your passport with you
The local rule says: everyone should provide proof of age (even if you already have a grey beard). So don't forget your passport if you're shopping for alcohol or planning to drop into a party at a local club.
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