United Airlines has some $58.10 one way fares between Los Angles and Chicago or Houston for travel from September into early December. There are far more low fare dates between LAX and Houston than Chicago. These prices are probably a reaction to Spirit Airlines incredibly low $71 round trip fares for these routes.
United Airlines Chicago ORD – Los Angeles LAX nonstop
$116.20 round trip Fri Oct 7 – Mon Oct 10
United Airlines Los Angeles LAX – Houston IAH nonstop
$116.20 round trip Sat Oct 8 – Wed Oct 12
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