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What is the best way to travel from Los Angeles to Chicago?

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Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
44h 30m
$154
$217
36
Flight
4h 0m
$84
$301
107

What is the cheapest way to reach Chicago from Los Angeles?

You can get to Chicago with just $84 by taking a Flight from Frontier Airlines, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Thursday
Friday
from $84
Saturday
Sunday
from $198
Monday
from $171
Tuesday
from $173
Wednesday
from $103

    Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Frontier Airlines
    9h 59m
    0
    8:37 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    8:36 PM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $84
  • Spirit Airlines
    4h 6m
    0
    11:59 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    6:05 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $121
  • Frontier Airlines
    12h 36m
    0
    10:45 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    1:21 PM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $138
  • Spirit Airlines
    14h 12m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    10:12 PM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $163
  • United Airlines
    4h 0m
    0
    12:25 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    6:25 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $198
  • Alaska Airlines
    7h 7m
    0
    7:55 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    5:02 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $215
  • Cheapest Buses Friday

  • Greyhound US
    55h 20m
    0
    7:10 AM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    4:30 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $154
  • FlixBus
    48h 10m
    0
    3:05 PM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    5:15 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $161
  • FlixBus
    62h 50m
    0
    12:25 AM
    Los Angeles
    Expo / Sepulveda
    5:15 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $170
  • FlixBus
    63h 35m
    0
    12:40 AM
    Los Angeles
    University of California (curbside)
    6:15 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $172
  • Greyhound US
    57h 15m
    0
    4:55 PM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    4:10 AM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $184

    Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Frontier Airlines
    31h 3m
    0
    11:59 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    9:02 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $198
  • Spirit Airlines
    4h 6m
    0
    11:59 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    6:05 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $211
  • Spirit Airlines
    29h 21m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    1:21 PM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $354
  • Alaska Airlines
    13h 55m
    0
    10:58 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    2:53 PM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $360
  • Aeroméxico
    13h 30m
    0
    11:23 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    2:53 PM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Aeroméxico
    Economy
    from $385
  • Frontier Airlines
    21h 27m
    0
    10:45 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    10:12 PM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $387
  • Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • Greyhound US
    44h 30m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    4:30 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $212
  • FlixBus
    64h 40m
    0
    1:20 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    8:00 AM
    Chicago
    Canal & Van Buren
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $223
  • Greyhound US
    54h 45m
    0
    7:10 AM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    3:55 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $224
  • FlixBus
    64h 40m
    0
    1:20 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    8:00 AM
    Chicago
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $227

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Frontier Airlines
    4h 8m
    0
    9:41 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    3:49 PM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $171
  • Spirit Airlines
    4h 6m
    0
    11:59 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    6:05 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $171
  • Sun Country Airlines
    12h 44m
    0
    9:10 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    11:54 PM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Sun Country Airlines
    Economy
    from $271
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    13h 55m
    0
    10:58 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    2:53 PM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from $307
  • United Airlines
    4h 0m
    0
    12:25 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    6:25 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $372

    Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Frontier Airlines
    25h 14m
    0
    8:58 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    12:12 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $173
  • Spirit Airlines
    4h 6m
    0
    11:59 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    6:05 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $211
  • Frontier Airlines
    21h 27m
    0
    10:45 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    10:12 PM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $236
  • Frontier Airlines
    12h 36m
    0
    10:45 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    1:21 PM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $257
  • Sun Country Airlines
    8h 45m
    0
    11:59 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    10:44 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Sun Country Airlines
    Economy
    from $261
  • United Airlines
    23h 29m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    9:49 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $314

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • United Airlines
    4h 10m
    0
    10:27 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    4:37 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $103
  • Spirit Airlines
    4h 6m
    0
    11:59 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    6:05 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $111
  • Frontier Airlines
    7h 56m
    0
    8:37 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    6:33 PM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $143
  • Sun Country Airlines
    21h 13m
    0
    6:01 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    5:14 PM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Sun Country Airlines
    Economy
    from $221
  • Spirit Airlines
    14h 12m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    10:12 PM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $235
  • Frontier Airlines
    13h 0m
    0
    10:01 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    1:01 PM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $236
  • Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Greyhound US
    50h 40m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    4:10 AM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $250
  • FlixBus
    60h 50m
    0
    1:20 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    4:10 AM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $254
  • FlixBus
    52h 55m
    0
    9:35 AM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    4:30 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $266
  • Greyhound US
    44h 30m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    4:30 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $266
  • FlixBus
    64h 40m
    0
    1:20 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    8:00 AM
    Chicago
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $274

What are the fastest trips from Los Angeles to Chicago?

You can get to Chicago from Los Angeles in just 4h 0m with a Flight from United Airlines. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Thursday
Friday
from 4h 0m
Saturday
Sunday
from 4h 6m
Monday
from 4h 0m
Tuesday
from 4h 6m
Wednesday
from 4h 6m

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • United Airlines
    4h 0m
    0
    12:25 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    6:25 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $198
  • Spirit Airlines
    4h 6m
    0
    11:59 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    6:05 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $121
  • Alaska Airlines
    7h 7m
    0
    7:55 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    5:02 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $215
  • Sun Country Airlines
    7h 28m
    0
    9:16 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    6:44 PM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Sun Country Airlines
    Economy
    from $220
  • Frontier Airlines
    9h 59m
    0
    8:37 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    8:36 PM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $84
  • Viva Aerobus
    11h 2m
    0
    11:25 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    12:27 PM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Viva Aerobus
    Economy
    from $529
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    48h 10m
    0
    3:05 PM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    5:15 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $161
  • Greyhound US
    55h 20m
    0
    7:10 AM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    4:30 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $154
  • Greyhound US
    57h 15m
    0
    4:55 PM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    4:10 AM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $184
  • FlixBus
    62h 50m
    0
    12:25 AM
    Los Angeles
    Expo / Sepulveda
    5:15 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $170
  • FlixBus
    63h 35m
    0
    12:40 AM
    Los Angeles
    University of California (curbside)
    6:15 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $172

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Spirit Airlines
    4h 6m
    0
    11:59 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    6:05 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $211
  • Frontier Airlines
    12h 36m
    0
    10:45 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    1:21 PM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $405
  • Aeroméxico
    13h 30m
    0
    11:23 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    2:53 PM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Aeroméxico
    Economy
    from $385
  • Alaska Airlines
    13h 55m
    0
    10:58 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    2:53 PM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $360
  • Spirit Airlines
    14h 12m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    10:12 PM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $405
  • Viva Aerobus
    15h 39m
    0
    11:55 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    5:34 PM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Viva Aerobus
    Economy
    from $559
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • Greyhound US
    44h 30m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    4:30 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $212
  • Greyhound US
    54h 45m
    0
    7:10 AM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    3:55 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $224
  • FlixBus
    64h 40m
    0
    1:20 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    8:00 AM
    Chicago
    Canal & Van Buren
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $223
  • FlixBus
    64h 40m
    0
    1:20 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    8:00 AM
    Chicago
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $227

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • United Airlines
    4h 0m
    0
    12:25 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    6:25 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $372
  • Spirit Airlines
    4h 6m
    0
    11:59 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    6:05 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $171
  • Frontier Airlines
    4h 8m
    0
    9:41 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    3:49 PM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $171
  • Sun Country Airlines
    12h 44m
    0
    9:10 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    11:54 PM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Sun Country Airlines
    Economy
    from $271
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    13h 55m
    0
    10:58 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    2:53 PM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from $307

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Spirit Airlines
    4h 6m
    0
    11:59 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    6:05 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $211
  • Sun Country Airlines
    8h 45m
    0
    11:59 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    10:44 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Sun Country Airlines
    Economy
    from $261
  • Frontier Airlines
    11h 35m
    0
    8:37 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    10:12 PM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $338
  • Frontier Airlines
    12h 36m
    0
    10:45 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    1:21 PM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $257
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    13h 55m
    0
    10:58 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    2:53 PM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from $329
  • Frontier Airlines
    21h 27m
    0
    10:45 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    10:12 PM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $236

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • Spirit Airlines
    4h 6m
    0
    11:59 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    6:05 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $111
  • United Airlines
    4h 10m
    0
    10:27 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    4:37 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $103
  • Frontier Airlines
    7h 56m
    0
    8:37 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    6:33 PM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $143
  • Alaska Airlines
    10h 7m
    0
    11:52 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    11:59 PM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $362
  • Frontier Airlines
    11h 35m
    0
    8:37 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    10:12 PM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $257
  • Frontier Airlines
    13h 0m
    0
    10:01 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    1:01 PM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $236
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • Greyhound US
    44h 30m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    4:30 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $266
  • Greyhound US
    50h 40m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    4:10 AM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $250
  • FlixBus
    52h 55m
    0
    9:35 AM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    4:30 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $266
  • FlixBus
    60h 50m
    0
    1:20 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    4:10 AM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $254
  • FlixBus
    64h 40m
    0
    1:20 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    8:00 AM
    Chicago
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $274
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Los Angeles to Chicago

What are the most popular stations in Los Angeles and Chicago?

In Los Angeles, you will usually depart from Los Angeles E Olympic Bus Stop, Tufesa or Olympic Bus Stop, while in Chicago you will be arriving at California & 35th Street Bus Stop, Downtown Bus Station or 95th Red Line Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Chicago from Los Angeles? With 11 connections between 2 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Los Angeles and Chicago, you can pay as low as $84 with a Flight from Frontier Airlines.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from United Airlines: you will get to Chicago in just 4h 0m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Los Angeles and Chicago are Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines and FlixBus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Los Angeles and Chicago is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from East Los Angeles, CA or to Cicero, IL, and look at flights from Los Angeles Airport, and landing at Chicago Midway Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Los Angeles to Chicago?

The most popular companies between Los Angeles and Chicago, are Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus and Greyhound US

Airlines: Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United Airlines and 7 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Los Angeles to Chicago

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Los Angeles to Chicago. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Los Angeles to Chicago

How can I reach Chicago from Los Angeles?

Every day, there are on average 11 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Chicago from Los Angeles.

How far is Chicago from Los Angeles?

The distance between Los Angeles and Chicago is 1,741.7 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Los Angeles and Chicago?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 76 kgs of CO2, a train 98 kgs, a car 477 kgs, and a flight 690 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Los Angeles to Chicago?

You can get to Chicago with just $84 by taking a Flight from Frontier Airlines.

What is the fastest way to get from Los Angeles to Chicago?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Chicago in just 4h 0m with a Flight from United Airlines.

More routes to Los Angeles and to Chicago

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Los Angeles and to Chicago. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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