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Chicago Airports: O'Hare and Midway
There are two major international airports serving the greater Chicago area. O'Hare International Airport, the fourth busiest airport in the world with more than sixty-six million travellers per year, is located at 10000 West O'Hare Avenue, just nineteen miles north-west of downtown Chicago. Midway International Airport is located at 5600 South Cicero Avenue, just eleven miles south-west of the city's centre. The two airports are serviced by most major domestic airlines and many of the largest international air passenger carriers, offering direct and connecting flights to cities across the country and around the world. Visit ebookers when you're ready to begin your travel planning to get access to some of the most affordable air fares available.
Parking at the Chicago Airports
O'Hare and Midway both offer a variety of parking options, including hourly, daily, short-term, long-term, and economy parking. Expect to pay between $14 and $53 per day at Midway airport, plus city and country taxes. O'Hare offers rates of $9 to $53 per day for parking. The $9 rate is offered in the economy lot, which also offers free shuttle service to and from the airport. There are several hotels that offer stay-and-park options near both airports as well as off-site lots that also offer free shuttle service to and from the airports.
Ground Transportation in Chicago
The most affordable airport transportation options are the CTL "L" train or the Pace bus. Both offer scheduled service to and from the airports for just a few dollars. You can also hop on the Metra North Central Service train to get to O'Hare. Taxis are plentiful in the Chicago area. Expect to pay between $35 and $40 to get to O'Hare from downtown Chicago and $25 to $30 to Midway. Once you've figured out your ground transportation in Chicago, visit ebookers to reserve your rental car at your final destination.
Restaurants at Chicago Airports
Midway airport offers a variety of eating places throughout the terminals and in the airport's food court. You'll be able to grab a bite at eateries such as Hudson's Euro Café, Get Snacked, and Manny's Express. At O'Hare, you'll have even more options. You can grab a pretzel at Auntie Anne's, get a cup of java at Berghoff Café, indulge in tasty baked goods at Brioche Doree, or get a healthy smoothie at B-Smooth. If you prefer to nosh before you arrive at the airport, you'll find plenty of diners, cafes, and coffee shops surrounding each of the airports in and around the Chicago suburbs.
What to experience in Los Angeles
After arriving at Los Angeles International Airport and collecting their luggage the holidaymaker will want to make his her or way to LA. There are a variety of ways to get there. For those wanting to take public transport there are several bus companies providing services into the city. Another option when taking flights to Los Angeles is to complete the journey via taxi, or by hiring a car at the airport.
Flights Los Angeles passengers can be sure to view some wonderful sights when they visit LA. One of the most iconic is the Venice Boardwalk where it is possible to experience everything that is weird and wonderful about life in this city. Another major attraction is Universal Studios. Nowadays, the public do not get to see an actual shoot, but there are plenty of movie-related theme parks to keep them intrigued and entertained. For those who want to enjoy a stroll during their stay there is the Canal Walk. The delightful bridges and walkways are a welcome relief from the hustle and bustle of the city.
For relaxation and the sun, there could be no better way to spend a few hours than at Manhattan Beach. Sports fans spending their holidays in LA can also take the opportunity to catch a game at the Dodgers Stadium, the home of the Los Angeles Dodgers. To book flights from Chicago to {destination.name} visit ebookers.com.
Cheap flights from Chicago to Los Angeles
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March
Cheapest weekend flights in March from Chicago to Los Angeles
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip fares |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Thu, 7 Mar | Chicago (ORD) | Los Angeles (LAX) |
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£179 |
| Return Mon, 11 Mar | Los Angeles (LAX) | Chicago (ORD) |
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Lowest roundtrip airfare in March from Chicago to Los Angeles
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip fares |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Fri, 1 Mar | Chicago (ORD) | Los Angeles (LAX) |
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£172 |
| Return Wed, 6 Mar | Los Angeles (LAX) | Chicago (ORD) |
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Best one-week trip in March from Chicago to Los Angeles
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip fares |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Sat, 2 Mar | Chicago (MDW) | Los Angeles (LAX) |
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£181 |
| Return Sat, 9 Mar | Los Angeles (LAX) | Chicago (MDW) |
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April
Cheapest weekend flights in April from Chicago to Los Angeles
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip fares |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Thu, 11 Apr | Chicago (MDW) | Los Angeles (LAX) |
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£170 |
| Return Sat, 13 Apr | Los Angeles (LAX) | Chicago (MDW) |
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Lowest roundtrip airfare in April from Chicago to Los Angeles
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip fares |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Wed, 10 Apr | Chicago (MDW) | Los Angeles (LAX) |
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£170 |
| Return Wed, 17 Apr | Los Angeles (LAX) | Chicago (MDW) |
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Best one-week trip in April from Chicago to Los Angeles
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip fares |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Wed, 10 Apr | Chicago (MDW) | Los Angeles (LAX) |
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£170 |
| Return Wed, 17 Apr | Los Angeles (LAX) | Chicago (MDW) |
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May
Cheapest weekend flights in May from Chicago to Los Angeles
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip fares |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Fri, 3 May | Chicago (MDW) | Los Angeles (LAX) |
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£195 |
| Return Sun, 5 May | Los Angeles (LAX) | Chicago (MDW) |
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Lowest roundtrip airfare in May from Chicago to Los Angeles
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip fares |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Wed, 8 May | Chicago (MDW) | Los Angeles (LAX) |
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£174 |
| Return Wed, 15 May | Los Angeles (LAX) | Chicago (MDW) |
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Best one-week trip in May from Chicago to Los Angeles
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip fares |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Wed, 8 May | Chicago (MDW) | Los Angeles (LAX) |
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£174 |
| Return Wed, 15 May | Los Angeles (LAX) | Chicago (MDW) |
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Airports in Chicago IL, US
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Midway Airport (MDW)
Distance from City Center: 9.5 miles
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O'Hare Airport (ORD)
Distance from City Center: 15.1 miles
Terminals and carriers for flights from ORD to LAX
Terminal Carriers Terminal 1 US Airways, United Airlines Terminal 3 Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Virgin America
Airports in Los Angeles CA, US
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Los Angeles Int'l (LAX)
Distance from City Center: 11.7 miles
Terminals and carriers for flights from CHI to LAX
Terminal Carriers Terminal 3 Virgin America Terminal 4 Alaska Airlines, American Airlines Terminal 7 US Airways, United Airlines
Aircraft Options
Aircraft options between Chicago and Los Angeles
| Equipment | Carrier |
|---|---|
| Boeing 767-300 Passenger | American Airlines, Alaska Airlines |
| Boeing 737-700 Passenger | United Airlines, US Airways |
| Boeing 757-200 Passenger | US Airways, United Airlines |
| Boeing 757-300 Passenger | United Airlines, US Airways |
| Boeing 737-900 Passenger | United Airlines, US Airways |
| Airbus Industrie A319 | Virgin America, US Airways, United Airlines |
| Boeing 737-800 Passenger | American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, US Airways |
| McDonnell Douglas MD-83 | American Airlines, Alaska Airlines |
| Airbus Industrie A320 | Virgin America, US Airways, United Airlines |
| Boeing 757 Passenger | American Airlines, Alaska Airlines |
Flight facts
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- 34 direct flights are operating from Chicago to Los Angeles today.
- Today's average time for a direct flight is 4h 29m.
- United Airlines flight 559 (00:00 GMT, Airbus Industrie A320) is today's earliest available flight from Chicago to Los Angeles.
- American Airlines flight 699 (14:20 GMT, Boeing 737-800 Passenger) is today's latest available flight from Chicago to Los Angeles.
- Today's shortest direct flight from Chicago to Los Angeles (United Airlines flight 323, Boeing 757-200 Passenger) takes 4h 24m.
- Today's longest direct flight from Chicago to Los Angeles (American Airlines flight 699, Boeing 737-800 Passenger) takes 4h 35m.
- Flights from Midway Airport (MDW), O'Hare Airport (ORD) to Los Angeles Int'l (LAX) are available for this route.
Lowest round trip fares by airline from Chicago to Los Angeles
| Airline | Departure | Arrival | Travel dates | Round-trip fares |
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| CHI | LAX | Tue, 26 Feb - Wed, 6 Mar | £159 |
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| CHI | LAX | Tue, 26 Feb - Wed, 6 Mar | £159 |
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| CHI | LAX | Tue, 26 Feb - Wed, 6 Mar | £163 |
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| CHI | LAX | Thu, 11 Apr - Sat, 13 Apr | £170 |
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| CHI | LAX | Wed, 17 Apr - Tue, 7 May | £191 |
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| CHI | LAX | Sun, 17 Mar - Sat, 23 Mar | £253 |
Daily
Daily flight schedule for Sun, Feb 17, 2013
| Carrier | Flight # | Departing | Arriving | Aircraft | Flight time | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airport | Time | Airport | Time | ||||
| United Airlines | UA256 | ORD | 06:00 | LAX | 08:35 | 320 | 4hr 35min |
| US Airways | US6677 | ORD | 06:00 | LAX | 08:35 | 320 | 4hr 35min |
| American Airlines | AA1047 | ORD | 07:00 | LAX | 09:30 | 738 | 4hr 30min |
| Alaska Airlines | AS1780 | ORD | 07:00 | LAX | 09:30 | 738 | 4hr 30min |
| United Airlines | UA520 | ORD | 08:37 | LAX | 11:10 | 319 | 4hr 33min |
| US Airways | US6626 | ORD | 08:37 | LAX | 11:10 | 319 | 4hr 33min |
| American Airlines | AA1063 | ORD | 09:00 | LAX | 11:30 | 738 | 4hr 30min |
| Alaska Airlines | AS1344 | ORD | 09:00 | LAX | 11:30 | 738 | 4hr 30min |
| Virgin America | VX231 | ORD | 09:00 | LAX | 11:35 | 320 | 4hr 35min |
| United Airlines | UA785 | ORD | 10:00 | LAX | 12:29 | 320 | 4hr 29min |
| US Airways | US6671 | ORD | 10:00 | LAX | 12:29 | 320 | 4hr 29min |
| American Airlines | AA1247 | ORD | 11:40 | LAX | 14:05 | 738 | 4hr 25min |
| Alaska Airlines | AS1261 | ORD | 11:40 | LAX | 14:05 | 738 | 4hr 25min |
| United Airlines | UA1217 | ORD | 11:55 | LAX | 14:27 | 739 | 4hr 32min |
| United Airlines | UA1181 | ORD | 13:06 | LAX | 15:33 | 739 | 4hr 27min |
| American Airlines | AA1657 | ORD | 13:20 | LAX | 15:50 | 738 | 4hr 30min |
| Alaska Airlines | AS1207 | ORD | 13:20 | LAX | 15:50 | 738 | 4hr 30min |
| American Airlines | AA1445 | ORD | 15:05 | LAX | 17:30 | 763 | 4hr 25min |
| Alaska Airlines | AS1227 | ORD | 15:05 | LAX | 17:30 | 763 | 4hr 25min |
| United Airlines | UA793 | ORD | 15:37 | LAX | 18:10 | 752 | 4hr 33min |
Weekly
Number of direct flights this week
| Carrier | Sat 16 | Sun 17 | Mon 18 | Tue 19 | Wed 20 | Thu 21 | Fri 22 |
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8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
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9 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 9 |
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8 | 6 | 6 | 9 | 8 | 6 | 6 |
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8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
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1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |