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12:43 pm - 6:02 pmMDW-SFO
7h 19m1 stop
9:26 am - 10:39 pmSFO-MDW
11h 13m1 stop
$122Frontier
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Thu, Feb 6 - Mon, Feb 10
7:25 am - 12:47 pmORD-SFO
7h 22m1 stop
6:05 am - 2:11 pmSFO-ORD
6h 06m1 stop
$122Frontier
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Thu, Feb 6 - Mon, Feb 10
7:00 pm - 10:10 pmORD-SFO
5h 10mnonstop
10:48 am - 5:00 pmSFO-ORD
4h 12mnonstop
$196Alaska Airlines
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Sat, Feb 15 - Sat, Feb 22
6:55 pm - 9:54 pmORD-SFO
4h 59mnonstop
10:00 am - 4:27 pmSFO-ORD
4h 27mnonstop
$197Alaska Airlines
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Mon, Jan 27 - Mon, Feb 3
12:39 pm - 3:28 pmORD-SFO
4h 49mnonstop
5:15 am - 11:21 amSFO-ORD
4h 06mnonstop
$198American Airlines
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Tue, Feb 11 - Tue, Feb 18
8:30 am - 11:24 amORD-SFO
4h 54mnonstop
5:20 am - 11:36 amSFO-ORD
4h 16mnonstop
$208American Airlines
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Thu, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 11
6:20 pm - 9:00 pmMDW-SFO
4h 40mnonstop
6:10 am - 12:20 pmSFO-MDW
4h 10mnonstop
$218Southwest
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Thu, Mar 6 - Mon, Mar 10
11:05 am - 1:55 pmMDW-SFO
4h 50mnonstop
6:10 am - 12:20 pmSFO-MDW
4h 10mnonstop
$228Southwest
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Sat, Mar 1 - Fri, Mar 7
2:35 pm - 5:30 pmORD-SFO
4h 55mnonstop
1:40 pm - 7:59 pmSFO-ORD
4h 19mnonstop
$240United Airlines
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8:55 am - 11:43 amORD-SFO
4h 48mnonstop
11:08 am - 7:33 pmSFO-ORD
6h 25m1 stop
$250United Airlines
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Tue, Jan 14 - Thu, Jan 23
7:50 am - 12:44 pmORD-SFO
6h 54m1 stop
$59Frontier
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Mon, Jan 27
8:15 am - 12:09 amMDW-SFO
17h 54m1 stop
$62Frontier
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Wed, Jan 29
8:45 am - 11:40 amORD-SFO
4h 55mnonstop
$99United Airlines
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4:45 pm - 7:40 pmMDW-SFO
4h 55mnonstop
$99Southwest
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7:00 pm - 10:10 pmORD-SFO
5h 10mnonstop
$102Alaska Airlines
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6:56 pm - 9:55 pmORD-SFO
4h 59mnonstop
$107Alaska Airlines
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12:55 pm - 5:44 pmORD-SFO
6h 49m1 stop
$108United Airlines
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8:15 pm - 11:09 pmORD-SFO
4h 54mnonstop
$110American Airlines
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8:05 am - 1:35 pmORD-SFO
7h 30m1 stop
$119American Airlines
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11:20 am - 1:55 pmMDW-SFO
4h 35mnonstop
$129Southwest
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8:27 pm - 8:09 amMDW-SFO
13h 42m1 stop
10:29 pm - 11:44 amSFO-MDW
11h 15m1 stop
$244Frontier
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10:27 pm - 12:21 amMDW-SFO
27h 54m1 stop
6:05 am - 12:17 amSFO-MDW
16h 12m1 stop
$260Frontier
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9:00 pm - 11:59 pmORD-SFO
4h 59mnonstop
5:20 am - 11:36 amSFO-ORD
4h 16mnonstop
$403American Airlines
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2:01 pm - 10:16 pmORD-SFO
10h 15m1 stop
10:00 am - 4:27 pmSFO-ORD
4h 27mnonstop
$412Alaska Airlines
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6:00 am - 12:31 pmORD-SFO
8h 31m1 stop
5:20 am - 11:36 amSFO-ORD
4h 16mnonstop
$413American Airlines
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2:01 pm - 7:17 pmORD-SFO
7h 16m1 stop
7:55 pm - 5:59 pmSFO-ORD
20h 04m2 stops
$440Alaska Airlines
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Wed, Jan 1 - Mon, Feb 3
2:55 pm - 10:35 pmMDW-SFO
9h 40m2 stops
10:35 am - 9:45 pmSFO-MDW
9h 10m1 stop
$495Southwest
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7:10 pm - 12:35 amORD-SFO
7h 25m1 stop
10:35 am - 9:30 pmSFO-ORD
8h 55m2 stops
$495Southwest
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6:15 am - 9:07 amORD-SFO
4h 52mnonstop
11:35 pm - 5:54 amSFO-ORD
4h 19mnonstop
$609United Airlines
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6:15 am - 9:07 amORD-SFO
4h 52mnonstop
5:00 am - 1:15 pmSFO-ORD
6h 15m1 stop
$619United Airlines
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7:00 pm - 10:10 pmORD-SFO
5h 10mnonstop
10:46 am - 4:58 pmSFO-ORD
4h 12mnonstop
$192Alaska Airlines
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7:00 pm - 10:10 pmORD-SFO
5h 10mnonstop
10:48 am - 5:00 pmSFO-ORD
4h 12mnonstop
$193Alaska Airlines
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6:55 pm - 9:54 pmORD-SFO
4h 59mnonstop
10:00 am - 4:27 pmSFO-ORD
4h 27mnonstop
$196Alaska Airlines
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6:55 pm - 9:54 pmORD-SFO
4h 59mnonstop
10:00 am - 4:27 pmSFO-ORD
4h 27mnonstop
$197Alaska Airlines
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Mon, Jan 27 - Thu, Jan 30
12:39 pm - 3:28 pmORD-SFO
4h 49mnonstop
5:15 am - 11:21 amSFO-ORD
4h 06mnonstop
$198American Airlines
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Tue, Feb 11 - Tue, Feb 18
12:39 pm - 3:28 pmORD-SFO
4h 49mnonstop
5:20 am - 11:36 amSFO-ORD
4h 16mnonstop
$199American Airlines
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Wed, Feb 5 - Wed, Feb 12
6:20 pm - 9:00 pmMDW-SFO
4h 40mnonstop
6:10 am - 12:20 pmSFO-MDW
4h 10mnonstop
$218Southwest
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Thu, Mar 6 - Mon, Mar 10
9:30 am - 12:25 pmMDW-SFO
4h 55mnonstop
6:10 am - 12:20 pmSFO-MDW
4h 10mnonstop
$228Southwest
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6:25 pm - 9:25 pmORD-SFO
5h 00mnonstop
12:08 am - 6:30 amSFO-ORD
4h 22mnonstop
$236United Airlines
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Sat, Apr 26 - Mon, Apr 28
2:35 pm - 5:30 pmORD-SFO
4h 55mnonstop
1:40 pm - 7:59 pmSFO-ORD
4h 19mnonstop
$240United Airlines
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Frontier flights from Chicago to San Francisco

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Frontier
Feb 6
MDW12:43 pmChicago Midway
7h 19m
1 stop
SFO6:02 pmSan Francisco
Feb 10
SFO9:26 amSan Francisco
11h 13m
1 stop
MDW10:39 pmChicago Midway
Frontier
Feb 6
MDW7:15 amChicago Midway
18h 54m
1 stop
SFO12:09 amSan Francisco
Feb 11
SFO6:55 amSan Francisco
15h 22m
1 stop
MDW12:17 amChicago Midway
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Feb 3
MDW7:15 amChicago Midway
7h 29m
1 stop
SFO12:44 pmSan Francisco
Feb 8
SFO10:29 pmSan Francisco
11h 15m
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MDW11:44 amChicago Midway

American Airlines flights from Chicago to San Francisco

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American Airlines
Feb 11
ORD12:39 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 49m
SFO3:28 pmSan Francisco
Feb 18
SFO5:15 amSan Francisco
4h 06m
ORD11:21 amChicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines
Feb 6
ORD8:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 54m
SFO11:24 amSan Francisco
Feb 11
SFO5:20 amSan Francisco
4h 16m
ORD11:36 amChicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines
Mar 7
ORD8:25 amChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 59m
SFO11:24 amSan Francisco
Mar 9
SFO12:15 amSan Francisco
4h 18m
ORD6:33 amChicago O'Hare Intl

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of April, then flying in September is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $279.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

The cheapest day to depart from Chicago to San Francisco is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $298. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Monday, with ticket prices averaging around $384.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

Our data shows that the cheapest Chicago to San Francisco flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to San Francisco in the afternoon for as low as $314. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $356.

What is the cheapest Chicago to San Francisco flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to San Francisco?

The ideal time to book your flight to San Francisco is 54 days in advance when prices tend to average $336. In the past 72 hours, momondo users found flights from Chicago to San Francisco for as low as $253.

What cabin class options are available on Chicago to San Francisco flights?

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You could potentially save up to 38% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to San Francisco flight.

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

As of December 2024, prices for Chicago to San Francisco flights are approximately 65% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

$59

Fastest flight time

4h 30m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San Francisco

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San Francisco from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $59. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $122.
The fastest flight from Chicago to San Francisco takes 4h 30m
Direct flights go from Chicago to San Francisco every day.
There is 1 airport near San Francisco: San Francisco (SFO)

  • How far is Chicago to San Francisco by plane?

    San Francisco is 1852.8 mi away from Chicago. Typically, this will take 4h 35m by plane in normal conditions.

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

    Prices for flights from Chicago to San Francisco Airport refresh daily.

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

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Chicago to San Francisco Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Francisco Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from Chicago to San Francisco

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FrontierPriceFrom $93Free CancellationRating
6.0
3,458 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $148Free CancellationRating
8.0
9,582 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $174Free CancellationRating
8.0
8,546 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $178Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $179Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,986 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $247Free CancellationRating
8.1
4,722 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From Chicago to San Francisco

    Southwest operates around 6 flights from Chicago to San Francisco every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been $434, but momondo users have found Southwest deals from Chicago to San Francisco from as low as $247 round-trip. Southwest has been scored 8.1/10 in 4,722 reviews.

  • Alaska Airlines Flights From Chicago to San Francisco

    $148 is the best Alaska Airlines flight deal from Chicago to San Francisco found on momondo over the last 72 hours. The average Alaska Airlines ticket price found was closer to $303, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. Alaska Airlines (8.0/10 from 9,582 user reviews) flies into San Francisco from Chicago 1 time in an average week so prices can vary.


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To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to San Francisco from Chicago.

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

Yes. All flights to San Francisco from Chicago on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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

Once you have performed a search for Chicago to San Francisco flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

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