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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Chicago from $153

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Chicago departing on 31/12. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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13:40 - 19:59SFO-ORD
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06:30 - 09:24ORD-SFO
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$305United Airlines
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Wed, 8 Jan - Sat, 11 Jan
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$320United Airlines
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$350Alaska Airlines
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$153United Airlines
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$155Alaska Airlines
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$164Frontier
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$167Alaska Airlines
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$169Alaska Airlines
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$195Delta
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Sun, 24 Nov
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4h 14mdirect
$247American Airlines
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8h 55m2 stops
$252Southwest
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$625United Airlines
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$927American Airlines
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$305United Airlines
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$336United Airlines
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$359Alaska Airlines
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$367Alaska Airlines
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$376United Airlines
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$385Alaska Airlines
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United Airlines flights from San Francisco to Chicago

Our best United Airlines deals on San Francisco to Chicago flight tickets
United Airlines
8 Jan
SFO13:40San Francisco
4h 19m
ORD19:59Chicago O'Hare Intl
11 Jan
ORD06:30Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 54m
SFO09:24San Francisco
United Airlines
8 Jan
SFO06:00San Francisco
6h 35m
1 stop
ORD14:35Chicago O'Hare Intl
11 Jan
ORD15:50Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 55m
SFO18:45San Francisco
United Airlines
8 Jan
SFO15:20San Francisco
6h 39m
1 stop
ORD23:59Chicago O'Hare Intl
11 Jan
ORD07:10Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 54m
1 stop
SFO12:04San Francisco

Alaska Airlines flights from San Francisco to Chicago

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on San Francisco to Chicago flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
31 Dec
SFO17:55San Francisco
9h 35m
1 stop
ORD05:30Chicago O'Hare Intl
9 Jan
ORD18:55Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 59m
SFO21:54San Francisco
Alaska Airlines
15 Feb
SFO18:59San Francisco
16h 05m
1 stop
ORD13:04Chicago O'Hare Intl
19 Feb
ORD19:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 10m
SFO22:10San Francisco
Alaska Airlines
31 Dec
SFO17:55San Francisco
9h 35m
1 stop
ORD05:30Chicago O'Hare Intl
9 Jan
ORD15:35Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 38m
1 stop
SFO22:13San Francisco

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Chicago

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Francisco and Chicago?

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Chicago?

April. The cheapest time of year to fly to Chicago from San Francisco is April. The most expensive is March.

What is the cheapest day to depart San Francisco for Chicago?

Tuesday. The cheapest day of the week is usually Tuesday. The most expensive is usually Thursday.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Chicago?

In the evening. San Francisco to Chicago flights are approximately 31% more expensive in the morning than in the evening

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Chicago flight route?

San Francisco - Chicago O'Hare Intl. Fly from San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Intl for the best San Francisco - Chicago flight prices

How far in advance should you book San Francisco to Chicago flights?

56 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from San Francisco to Chicago is approximately 56 days to departure

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Chicago on average per day?

The number of flights available between San Francisco and Chicago is 44 per day as of November 2024. The most frequent departure time is 10:00, with 50% of daily flights leaving at midday.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Chicago on average per week?

As of November 2024, there are 311 flights per week flying from San Francisco to Chicago. The most common day of the week flights depart is Saturday, with 21% of flights taking off on this day.

Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to Chicago flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between San Francisco to Chicago.

How have San Francisco to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2024, prices for San Francisco to Chicago flights are approximately 30% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Chicago

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Francisco to Chicago according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best price found

$153

Fastest flight time

4h 10m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Chicago

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Chicago from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $153. The best return flight deal from San Francisco to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $305.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Chicago takes 4h 10m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to Chicago every day.
There is 1 airport near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)

  • How far is San Francisco to Chicago by plane?

    The straight-line distance from San Francisco to Chicago is 2981.9 km. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 4h 10m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Chicago?

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Chicago were last updated today.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Chicago?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to Chicago.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chicago can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chicago. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from San Francisco to Chicago?

momondo collates all your flight options in one place and lets you filter them to find the perfect flight from San Francisco to Chicago. momondo saves you time and could save you money on your trip.

Can I find flights from San Francisco to Chicago with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Chicago from San Francisco which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

How can momondo help me find flights from San Francisco to Chicago?

momondo helps you find the best flight between San Francisco and Chicago by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select flights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

I’m not ready to book a flight from San Francisco to Chicago right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Chicago from San Francisco. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.


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