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Find cheap flights from Los Angeles to Chicago from $86

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Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Chicago (LAX-CHI)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Chicago that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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06:05 - 12:12LAX-ORD
4h 07mdirect
22:57 - 01:28ORD-LAX
4h 31mdirect
$180Spirit Airlines
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Tue, 14 May - Wed, 15 May
22:43 - 06:30LAX-ORD
5h 47m1 stop
22:57 - 01:28ORD-LAX
4h 31mdirect
$237Spirit Airlines
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Tue, 14 May - Wed, 15 May
00:37 - 08:39LAX-ORD
6h 02m1 stop
17:23 - 22:40ORD-LAX
7h 17m1 stop
$358Delta
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Mon, 27 May - Fri, 31 May
10:00 - 17:59LAX-ORD
5h 59m1 stop
17:30 - 22:40ORD-LAX
7h 10m1 stop
$367Delta
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Tue, 27 Aug - Sat, 7 Sep
23:50 - 21:06LAX-ORD
19h 16m1 stop
18:55 - 09:26ORD-LAX
16h 31m1 stop
$382Sun Country Air
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Tue, 2 Jul - Tue, 9 Jul
23:55 - 20:39LAX-ORD
18h 44m1 stop
07:00 - 22:42ORD-LAX
17h 42m1 stop
$387Sun Country Air
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Fri, 12 Jul - Thu, 18 Jul
06:00 - 04:40LAX-ORD
20h 40m2 stops
14:54 - 23:59ORD-LAX
11h 05m2 stops
$488Alaska Airlines
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Wed, 29 May - Sat, 1 Jun
06:00 - 04:40LAX-ORD
20h 40m2 stops
08:00 - 23:00ORD-LAX
17h 00m2 stops
$516Alaska Airlines
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Tue, 11 Jun - Fri, 14 Jun
00:55 - 09:30LAX-ORD
6h 35m1 stop
21:33 - 23:59ORD-LAX
4h 26mdirect
$522United Airlines
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Mon, 20 May - Wed, 29 May
00:55 - 09:30LAX-ORD
6h 35m1 stop
05:04 - 09:29ORD-LAX
6h 25m1 stop
$553United Airlines
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Flights from Los Angeles to Chicago - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Los Angeles to Chicago to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Los Angeles to Chicago flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for one-way flights from Los Angeles to Chicago.
Our data shows that the cheapest route for a one-way flight from Los Angeles to Chicago cost $184 and was between Los Angeles and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is $331.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Chicago?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Los Angeles to Chicago, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles to Chicago is January, where tickets cost $299 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of tickets is $614 and $573 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Los Angeles to Chicago, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Los Angeles to Chicago, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 82 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Chicago?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the last 72 hours, the cheapest one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Chicago found on KAYAK was with Spirit Airlines for $86. Spirit Airlines proposed a return connection from $180 and Delta from $358.

Which airlines fly most frequently between Los Angeles and Chicago?

Los Angeles and Chicago are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are United Airlines (11 flights per day), American Airlines (10 flights per day), and Southwest (5 flights per day).

Which airlines fly direct between Los Angeles and Chicago?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from Los Angeles to Chicago.
There are 4 airlines that fly direct from Los Angeles to Chicago. They are: American Airlines, Southwest, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with Spirit Airlines at $225 for a one-way flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Spirit Airlines.

How many flights are there between Los Angeles and Chicago per day?

Each day, there are between 26 and 33 nonstop flights that take off from Los Angeles and land in Chicago, with an average flight time of 4h 05m. The most common departure time is 07:00 and most flights take off in the morning, while the most flights land at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Each week, there are 206 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Tuesday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Los Angeles and Chicago?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 4 cabin class options for the route. These are First, Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago take?

The average direct flight takes 4h 01m, covering a distance of 4,540 km.

What’s the earliest departure time from Los Angeles to Chicago?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Los Angeles at 05:00 and will be landing in Chicago at 11:05.

What’s the latest departure time from Los Angeles to Chicago?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Los Angeles to Chicago jets off at 23:59 and lands at 06:00.

Good to know

Low season

January

High season

June

Cheapest flight

$86
Best time to beat the crowds (35% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (34% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Los Angeles to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to Chicago based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Los Angeles to Chicago

  • What is the fastest way to get from downtown Los Angeles to the Los Angeles Airport?

    A great option to get to Los Angeles Airport from all over the Los Angeles area is the FlyAway shuttle. This shuttle runs to and from a variety of points in the Los Angeles area to all terminals at the airport. The cost for this trip runs anywhere from $8 to $10, depending on the distance traveled.

  • If I am taking my pet to Chicago, is there a pet relief area at the airport?

    Los Angeles Airport offers eleven pet relief stations, three of which are located outside the terminal for use before heading through security.

  • What is the best way to get to downtown Chicago from Chicago Midway Airport?

    Probably the most cost-effective and usually quickest way is on the classic Chicago "L" train. Just grab the Orange Line train and make the trip to downtown Chicago in roughly 20-25 minutes.

  • If I do not want to make the drive into downtown Chicago, is there a good hotel near Chicago O'Hare International?

    The Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport is located right at the airport and is the only hotel located on the airport grounds. This hotel includes a walkway to the terminals that is completely enclosed, an expansive fitness center, indoor pool, sauna, full-service locker room, two restaurants, a sports bar, and room service.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Los Angeles to Chicago?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago was $57 for a one-way ticket and $119 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Los Angeles to Chicago?

    Los Angeles and Chicago are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Los Angeles from Los Angeles and will be arriving at Chicago O'Hare Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Los Angeles to Chicago?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Los Angeles to Chicago flight route: American Airlines, JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, Delta, Iberia, Finnair, British Airways, and Lufthansa.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Los Angeles to Chicago?

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Los Angeles to Chicago flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Los Angeles to Chicago?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Los Angeles and Chicago, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Los Angeles to Chicago?

    There are direct flights from Los Angeles to Chicago on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Los Angeles to Chicago, United Airlines or American Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Los Angeles to Chicago are United Airlines and American Airlines. With an average price for the route of $580 and an overall rating of 7.3, United Airlines is the most popular choice. American Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $526 and an overall rating of 7.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Los Angeles to Chicago?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Los Angeles to Chicago.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Los Angeles to Chicago?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chicago from Los Angeles is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Los Angeles to Chicago?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Chicago with an airline and back to Los Angeles with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Los Angeles to Chicago?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Chicago from Los Angeles up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Chicago

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $211 or less one-way and $500 or less round-trip.
  • Travelers with time on their hands before flights from Los Angeles to Chicago can build their own burger at Built Custom Burgers, located in Terminal 2 of Los Angeles Airport. Just head up to the counter, place your order, and watch them build your burger before your eyes as you call the shots on all the toppings you want.
  • Travelers on flights from Los Angeles to Chicago with some time to kill before their trip can find a relaxing place to pass the time at the American Airlines Admiral's Club. The three locations at Los Angeles Airport are in Terminal 4, Terminal 5, and the American Eagle Commuter Terminal. Admiral's Club members and most first and business class passengers can enjoy the lounge at no cost, and, even if you are not in that group, you can purchase a day pass to the club for $59.
  • If the kids are along for the flight from Los Angeles to Chicago, why not take them to the LAX Beach, located in the International Terminal? This is an interactive play area for kids that will not only keep them entertained before your flight, but will educate and enlighten them as well..
  • If you are in the mood for an upscale ride from Chicago O'Hare International after your flight, Echo Limousine offers an eight-passenger stretch limousine to downtown Chicago for around $120.
  • A popular means of travel after flights from Los Angeles to Chicago is to head curbside and grab an Uber. Riders requesting a ride from Chicago Midway Airport should set their pickup location as the arrivals level adjacent to the baggage claim area. The cost for the trip to downtown Chicago is between $20 and $30.
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Prefer to fly direct from Los Angeles to Chicago?

Find which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles to Chicago, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Los Angeles to Chicago

Monday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +24 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +25 more

Tuesday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +24 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +25 more

Wednesday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +26 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +27 more

Thursday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +23 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +24 more

Friday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +25 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +26 more

Saturday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +25 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +26 more

Sunday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +24 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +25 more

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Direct returns

Chicago to Los Angeles

Monday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +24 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +25 more

Tuesday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +24 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +25 more

Wednesday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +25 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +26 more

Thursday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +23 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +24 more

Friday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +25 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +26 more

Saturday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +26 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +27 more

Sunday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +25 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +26 more

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Top 3 airlines serving from Los Angeles to Chicago

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Los Angeles to Chicago. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Los Angeles to Chicago? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.3
United AirlinesOverall score based on 11125 reviews
6.7Food
7.7Boarding
7.1Entertainment
7.2Comfort
8.1Crew
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Terrible! The plane was old and you are required to connect your own device to their Wi-Fi rather than have entertainment options in the back of the seat in front of you. The Wi-Fi went out during the flight and there was only one plug for the devices every two seats. Three out of five surrounding my family did not work. The seats and spaces under them were so small I could not fit my backpack, which I’ve always brought on flights and fit before no problem. The crew were unpleasant and patronizing.

2.0 MediocreAlexandra, Apr 2024LAX - HNL
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Terrible! The plane was old and you are required to connect your own device to their Wi-Fi rather than have entertainment options in the back of the seat in front of you. The Wi-Fi went out during the flight and there was only one plug for the devices every two seats. Three out of five surrounding my family did not work. The seats and spaces under them were so small I could not fit my backpack, which I’ve always brought on flights and fit before no problem. The crew were unpleasant and patronizing.

United WiFi is consistently unusable (it can take 10 mins to load a single web page). If you need Wifi to do work, be prepared to lose half a day of productivity.

Left 2 hours later for delayed I had to take care a kid with special need since people don’t want to move to accommodate the rest of the family. . It wasn’t bad but that made me upset that people can be that selfish.

For a 22 minute flight all you expect is for it to be safe and comfortable

Flight was on time. Staff were friendly. I paid for Economy Plus but was required to check my standard carry-on luggage due to lack of space on the aircraft. This cost me 30 minutes, unexpectedly, in waiting at the baggage claim. This experience did not meet my expectations.

Wouldn’t let me check in said couldn’t find a ticket had to wait very long Time

I liked that we arrived earlier, you could improve your snacks give away

The Palm Springs to Chicago O’Hare was on Time and Palm Springs airport is easier navigate. As our connection was only an approximately 50 minutes, we asked staff for insights for the Chicago airport in terms of transferring into the other terminal from which our flight left, and they were unhelpful. However, the United App was very helpful in terms of notifications and even providing directions. The Chicago to Detroit flight was significantly delayed which we all know does happen. However, there were very few updates or notifications as to why this was happening when we would actually arrive. It took nearly 30 minutes for bags to make it to baggage claim. We arrived nearly 1 hour late on a 40 minute flight.

I got upgraded, so comfort was not an issue. But as always, it is the people from baggage handlers, flight attendants, pilots etc. that make the difference.

Horrible. Delayed on both planes several times. No attempt to fix it

The experience was great and much better than the flight going out. of course I was in first class but the service was excellent

Comfort of seats, ease of boarding. Food selection could be better

Food options were limited which is absolutely embarrassing for a Flight of this size The staff did not come around as much and I am not accustomed to such poor service from American Airlines Drinks I believe were limited to soda and water

Crew were attentive and friendly. Flight was smooth and early! I enjoyed the less crowded plane. Thank you!

Nothing, flight was supposed to leave at 758 am. My flight didn’t leave until 430 pm. Spent the whole day at the airport.

On time! Cabin crew attentive. Good WiFi sofrtvterm free internet appreciated

1st flight was delayed because of broken radio, missed connection but they got us on very next plane 1 hr later. Return flights were both delayed by 1 hr each. Crews were fine. Planes ok, but had to check carry ons.

It’s never made crystal clear if your flight will have in flight entertainment or not. That should be explicit

There was a male flight attendant who seemed like he was VERY upset the entire flight. At one point I went to the back of the flight with my 1 year old to get some space in an empty row, (she was not making noise) and he was sitting in a row where he could see us. He started huffing and puffing and throwing a tantrum, throwing the window shade up and down, and we were very uncomfortable. My husband also had a weird experience with him. I just don't think he should be flying when under such stress.

19 hr delay requiring a change to red eye. No lounge access without paying. Loss of seat upgrade fee.

Overall it was a miserable experience... I will never fly spirit for more than a 3 hour flight or overnight.

One hour late taking off. Concerning, very hard landing. Uncomfortable seats with no recline. Extremely slow baggage claim. Very professional, knowledgeable flight attendants. Brand new, very clean plane.

Can’t say there was anything I particularly liked. Seats were very tight, leather wrapped plastic. I followed up a much longer and cheaper trip from Honolulu on southwest, everything was phenomenal, this flight was the exact opposite. Blows my mind they charge for water of all things. One of the attendants seemed very rude, I watched a taller gentleman a couple rows forward with his knees pressed into the back of the seat ahead, while the woman in that seat leaned forward the entire flight, I’m sure because she could feel his knees. I’ll be avoiding spirit like the plague from here forward.

Enjoyed the experience, on time flights, friendly staff the WiFi was intros d kept cutting out.

Awful experience. Both flights were delayed several times with weather but also crew members being the official cause. The vouchers are unusable and insufficient ($50 voucher to fly the same crappy airline is a joke for putting me on a red-eye that landed at 3:00 am). The aircrafts were old and uncomfortable (have a real pocket on the seat, for crying out loud!).

I was penalized for a mistake made by your team

I was charged $99 for a carryon on the 4th out of 4 flights only. It was placed under the seat just like the other times. Ridiculous.

Was 2 hours early for my flight they canceled my flight 2 hours before flight took off then told me to get a flight 24 hours later I had to pay $297 for I missed it. I had flight insurance and bc they put I missed my flight I had to wait 2 days to book a new flight. Flight insurance through spirit isn’t worth anything because I ended up paying for my hotel and flight and insurance didn’t cover anything!!

I MISS MY FLY AND THEY NOT EVEN TRY TO GET ME ALEAST A CREDIT TO BUY ANOTHER TICKET BUT IS FINE I WOULD NEVER BUY A TICKET WITH SPIRIT EVER AGAIN

Good enough for the price. I will rate great if water is available for passenger.

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Los Angeles to Chicago found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
18/5Sat
directSpirit Airlines
4h 07mLAX-ORD
$86
18/5Sat
1 stopSpirit Airlines
7h 18mLAX-ORD
$111
11/5Sat
1 stopSpirit Airlines
13h 49mLAX-ORD
$136
18/5Sat
2 stopsSpirit Airlines
16h 43mLAX-ORD
$161
4/7Thu
1 stopDelta
9h 31mLAX-ORD
$179
2/8Fri
1 stopDelta
6h 03mLAX-ORD
$188
9/10Wed
1 stopFrontier
6h 52mLAX-ORD
$193
29/6Sat
directUnited Airlines
4h 01mLAX-ORD
$243
3/9Tue
1 stopUnited Airlines
7h 37mLAX-ORD
$317
16/7Tue
1 stopAmerican Airlines
7h 20mLAX-ORD
$358

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Last minute flights from Los Angeles to Chicago

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Los Angeles to Chicago that are departing in the next 10 days.
7/5Tue
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
16h 31mLAX-ORD
11/5Sat
directSpirit Airlines
4h 31mORD-LAX
$443
7/5Tue
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
16h 31mLAX-ORD
11/5Sat
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
16h 22mORD-LAX
$478
7/5Tue
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
16h 31mLAX-ORD
11/5Sat
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
7h 47mORD-LAX
$490
7/5Tue
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
16h 31mLAX-ORD
8/5Wed
directSpirit Airlines
4h 31mORD-LAX
$534
9/5Thu
multi-stopDelta
8h 49mLAX-ORD
10/5Fri
multi-stopDelta
10h 37mORD-LAX
$649
6/5Mon
multi-stopDelta
8h 53mLAX-ORD
14/5Tue
multi-stopDelta
6h 36mORD-LAX
$667
7/5Tue
multi-stopUnited Airlines
6h 35mLAX-ORD
12/5Sun
directUnited Airlines
4h 38mORD-LAX
$863
7/5Tue
multi-stopUnited Airlines
6h 35mLAX-ORD
12/5Sun
multi-stopUnited Airlines
7h 37mORD-LAX
$878
7/5Tue
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
16h 55mLAX-ORD
12/5Sun
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
12h 10mORD-LAX
$999
8/5Wed
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
16h 55mLAX-ORD
11/5Sat
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
17h 48mORD-LAX
$1,081

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$2,045
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