Chicago to Los Angeles flights
Direct and connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Chicago to Los Angeles take?
Flight time from Chicago (ORD) to Los Angeles (LAX) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Chicago to Los Angeles?
Airline availability for ORD to LAX changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Chicago to Los Angeles?
Direct (nonstop) availability on ORD to LAX varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- United Airlines5-yr attributed events: 58Last 90 days: none recorded
- American Airlines5-yr attributed events: 26Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| United Airlines | 5 sightings | No recorded events |
| American Airlines | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
Planning ORD → LAX
ORD to LAX is a medium-haul route of 2,802 km (1,741 mi). See the return LAX → ORD route.
Alternative airports near Chicago: Chicago-Wheeling (PWK) — 15 km, Chicago (MDW) — 25 km, Chicago (CGX) — 28 km.
Alternative airports near Los Angeles: Hawthorne (HHR) — 7 km, Santa Monica (SMO) — 9 km, Torrance (TOA) — 17 km.