flights.net LAX → ORD
- Distance
- 1,742 mi
- Carriers
- 4
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is a US domestic route of about 1,742 miles. The eastbound leg of a contested dual-hub corridor, feeding American and United connections across the Midwest and beyond from Los Angeles. Heavy corporate volume keeps frequencies high throughout the year.
Connecting Los Angeles, United States with Chicago, United States, this is one of the more travelled US domestic city pairs. Carriers fly the roughly 1,742-mile sector nonstop in about 3h 59m. Departures use Los Angeles International Airport, a 9 terminals airport that is a base for American Airlines, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines; arrivals land at O'Hare International Airport, which has 4 terminals and anchors United Airlines, American Airlines. With hub operations at both ends, frequencies and schedules on the LAX–ORD sector stay competitive year-round.
Route facts
| Route | Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) → O'Hare International Airport (ORD) |
|---|---|
| Distance | 1,742 miles |
| Nonstop flight time | approximately 3h 59m |
| Nonstop carriers | 4 |
| Aircraft types | Boeing 737, Airbus A321, Boeing 757 |
| Market | US domestic |
Carriers on this route
American Airlines, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue operate nonstop service from Los Angeles to Chicago. On-time performance and cancellation rates appear here once this route's BTS data is baked.
- American Airlines (AA)
- United Airlines (UA)
- Alaska Airlines (AS)
- JetBlue (B6)
Aircraft on this route
Carriers typically operate the Boeing 737, Airbus A321, Boeing 757 between Los Angeles and Chicago. The exact type varies by airline, frequency and season.
Best time to fly
Travel in May, June, or September to dodge Chicago's deep winter and the July fare peak. Autumn brings the smoothest weather eastbound.
Connecting your trip
Planning departure or arrival logistics? See our airport guides for Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and O'Hare International Airport (ORD) for terminals, hub airlines and the other routes each airport serves.
Fares & booking
Fares on the Los Angeles to Chicago route move with season and demand; booking roughly two to eight weeks ahead usually beats walk-up prices, and midweek departures tend to be cheaper than weekends. We show indicative cached fares for LAX–ORD where available and link out to live Skyscanner search for current, bookable prices.
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Frequently asked questions
- How far is the flight from Los Angeles to Chicago?
- Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is about 1,742 miles (2,803 km) by great-circle distance. A nonstop flight takes approximately 3h 59m.
- Which airlines fly nonstop from Los Angeles to Chicago?
- American Airlines, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and JetBlue operate nonstop service from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
- What aircraft are used on the LAX to ORD route?
- Carriers typically operate the Boeing 737, Airbus A321 and Boeing 757 on the Los Angeles–Chicago route.
- When is the best time to fly from Los Angeles to Chicago?
- Travel in May, June, or September to dodge Chicago's deep winter and the July fare peak. Autumn brings the smoothest weather eastbound.
- Is LAX to ORD a nonstop flight?
- Yes. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is a directional nonstop route flown by 4 carriers; connecting itineraries via other hubs are also widely available.
- What countries does the LAX to ORD route connect?
- This route links Los Angeles, United States with Chicago, United States.
- Which airports does the Los Angeles to Chicago route use?
- Flights depart Los Angeles International Airport (LAX/KLAX) in Los Angeles and arrive at O'Hare International Airport (ORD/KORD) in Chicago.
Data sources
- Airport identity and geography courtesy of OurAirports (ourairports.com); carriers and aircraft curated editorially.