Chicago/Waukegan to Los Angeles (UGN–LAX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Chicago/Waukegan to Los Angeles
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1,748 mi 3h 45m nonstop -2h behind 17 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between UGN and LAX, connecting options are available through 17 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for UGN to LAX.
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One-Stop Connections
17
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~29h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
0
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Other ways to reach Los Angeles from Chicago/Waukegan

Nearby airports with service to Los Angeles International Airport.
Metric UGN→LAX ORD→LAX MKE→LAX
Distance from UGN 31 mi 36 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 27 1
Weekly flights 0 629
Flight time 3h 45m 4h 21m 3h 47m
Airports within 200 miles of UGN with service to Los Angeles International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2h
Los Angeles is 2 hours behind Chicago/Waukegan.
UGN: CDT · LAX: PDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago/Waukegan, it's 4:00 PM in Los Angeles.
Distance & Flight Time
1,748 mi / 2,813 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 45m.
Getting from LAX

LAX has no direct rail link to downtown. The closest option is the free LAX Shuttle G to the Metro C Line station at Aviation/Century Blvd (fare $1.75 to Union Station, 40–50 min). Taxis use a meter; expect $35–55 to downtown and $30–45 to Santa Monica. Ride-shares cost $20–45 depending on destination and surge pricing.Rental car facilities are a short shuttle ride from terminals. FlyAway buses run to Union Station, Van Nuys, Hollywood, and Westwood ($9.75–11.25). For LAX Connect (the new people mover to Inglewood), check if it has opened at time of travel.

Los Angeles Climate

Mediterranean climate. Summers are warm and dry (24–30°C) with low humidity and almost no rain. Winters are mild (10–18°C) with occasional rain from November through March. Fog ("June Gloom") is common from late May through July, blanketing mornings until noon and causing departure delays.

Santa Ana winds occur in fall and spring, sometimes grounding departures briefly. Heat waves in September–October can push temperatures above 38°C inland, though LAX itself stays cooler near the coast.

UGN–LAX Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago/Waukegan to Los Angeles route.
Route details
Distance1,748 mi / 2,813 km
Flight time3h 45m
Time difference-2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections17 hubs
Origin: UGN
IATA / ICAOUGN / KUGN
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Elevation727 ft / 222 m
Destination: LAX
IATA / ICAOLAX / KLAX
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr76.6M
Elevation125 ft / 38 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about UGN to LAX flights.
Nonstop flights from Waukegan National Airport to Los Angeles International Airport take approximately 3h 45m. The route covers 1,748 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SUA, MDW, LAS, PSP, IND, DEN, HOU, SDF, MKC, SAT, DAL, ATL, IAD, MCO, BOS, RSW and STL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Los Angeles is 2 hours behind Chicago/Waukegan.
Yes, return flights from LAX to UGN are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include ORD, MKE and MDW. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from UGN to LAX

Waukegan National Airport (UGN) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

UGN to LAX Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from UGN to LAX ranges from 3 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,748 miles (2,813 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

17 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via SUA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chicago (ORD), Milwaukee (MKE) and Chicago (MDW).