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Flight deals from Chicago Midway to Los Angeles International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chicago Midway to Los Angeles International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Los Angeles.156 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 23 Aug, returning Wed, 3 Sep.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Sat, 23 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Chicago Midway.Price includes taxes and charges.From 156 €, select.
Los Angeles.156 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Oct, returning Sat, 11 Oct.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Sat, 4 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 11 Oct, arriving in Chicago Midway.Price includes taxes and charges.From 156 €, select.
Los Angeles.156 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Aug, returning Wed, 20 Aug.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Thu, 14 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 20 Aug, arriving in Chicago Midway.Price includes taxes and charges.From 156 €, select.
Los Angeles.156 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Sep, returning Wed, 10 Sep.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Mon, 8 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Chicago Midway.Price includes taxes and charges.From 156 €, select.
Los Angeles.157 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Dec, returning Mon, 15 Dec.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Sat, 13 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 15 Dec, arriving in Chicago Midway.Price includes taxes and charges.From 157 €, select.
Los Angeles.157 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Oct, returning Mon, 3 Nov.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Wed, 29 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Chicago Midway.Price includes taxes and charges.From 157 €, select.
Los Angeles.157 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Nov, returning Wed, 5 Nov.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Chicago Midway.Price includes taxes and charges.From 157 €, select.
Los Angeles.157 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Sep, returning Fri, 3 Oct.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Fri, 19 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 3 Oct, arriving in Chicago Midway.Price includes taxes and charges.From 157 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago Midway to Los Angeles International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chicago Midway to Los Angeles International flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jun
from 201 €
Jul
from 189 €
Aug
from 156 €
Sep
from 156 €
Oct
from 156 €
Nov
from 157 €
Dec
from 157 €
Jan
from 415 €
Feb
from 612 €
Mar
from 428 €
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Direct flights from Chicago Midway to Los Angeles International

Chicago Midway to Los Angeles International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Chicago Midway to Los Angeles below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Los Angeles International.

Chicago to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found156 €
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time4 hrs, 27 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week31

Finding cheap flights from Chicago Midway to Los Angeles International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago Midway to Los Angeles International is 156 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 27 minutes is the average flight time from Chicago Midway to Los Angeles International.
Southwest Airlines and United fly direct from Chicago Midway to Los Angeles International.
As of June 2025, there are 31 flights per week flying from Chicago Midway to Los Angeles International.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago Midway to Los Angeles International is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to Los Angeles International Airport on Thursday, 14 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 27 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Los Angeles International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Southwest Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Los Angeles International.

Travelling from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know

  • Around 4 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.

  • The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7, which is two hours behind Chicago.

  • Every week, there are 21 Chicago Midway International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights. If you'd like to get going early, opt for the 05:00 Southwest Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 22:50 with Southwest Airlines.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your MDW to LAX flight.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Southwest Airlines offers direct flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Los Angeles — and maybe even more of United States if your schedule allows.

  • Southwest Airlines tops the list for bookings on this route.

  • The most punctual carrier that operates MDW to LAX flights is Southwest Airlines. Its services land as planned 76.47% of the time.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chicago Midway International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between MDW and LAX:

    • Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport

    • Denver International Airport

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)

How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chicago Midway International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight is 78 €. A return ticket is currently 156 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • Get cheap tickets from MDW to LAX by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Picking up cheap flights from MDW to LAX couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as fares go down.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.

Handy information about Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • The address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.

  • When it comes to Chicago Midway International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.88% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • Central Chicago to Chicago Midway International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • The journey when using public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to MDW:

Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles

  • You'll find LAX at One World Way.

  • Los Angeles International Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.

  • Travelling by public transport takes around 55 minutes.

When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Los Angeles in May.

  • The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • February has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MDW to LAX around that time if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of United States

  • You've done Los Angeles, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Travel about 177 kilometres south-east to San Diego to check off its leading sights. From San Diego Zoo to USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles, San Jose is another essential stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.

Plan the rest of your trip from Chicago to Los Angeles

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