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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and San Jose?
What is the cheapest month to fly to San Jose?
In general, October is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to San Jose. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $289. If you aren’t able to travel to San Jose during the month of October, then flying in April is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $330.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Jose?
The cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Jose is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $370. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Monday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to San Jose on Monday is $527.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Jose?
Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to San Jose is at noon. Flights from Chicago to San Jose during this time can be as low as $292. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to San Jose is in the evening when prices are around $450.
What is the cheapest Chicago to San Jose flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to San Jose?
We recommend purchasing flights from Chicago to San Jose 22 days ahead of your departure date because this is when momondo users tend to see the best flight rates. On average, our users have found flights to San Jose for $406. However, in the past 72 hours, people saw flights from Chicago for as low as $161.
What cabin class options are available on Chicago to San Jose flights?
There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago to San Jose flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
Can stopping save me money on Chicago to San Jose flights?
You could potentially save up to 78% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to San Jose flight.
How have Chicago to San Jose flight prices changed over time?
As of December 2024, prices for Chicago to San Jose flights are approximately 8% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.
How many flights depart from Chicago to San Jose on average per day?
The number of flights available between Chicago and San Jose is 1 per day as of December 2024. The most frequent departure time is 9:00AM, with 65% of daily flights leaving at noon.
How many flights depart from Chicago to San Jose on average per week?
12 flights are operational weekly from Chicago to San Jose as of December 2024. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 17% of flights per week taking off on this day.
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How far is Chicago to San Jose by plane?
San Jose is 1836.7 mi away from Chicago. Flights usually cover this in 4h 35m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to San Jose Airport?
Prices for flights from Chicago to San Jose Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to San Jose Airport?
As of December 2024, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Chicago to San Jose Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to San Jose Airport?
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 layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to San Jose Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Jose Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to San Jose Airport 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 license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at San Jose Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Chicago to San Jose?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Chicago to San Jose is Airbus A319 (21.23% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737 MAX 8 (19.69%), Boeing 777 (8.97%), and Airbus A320-100/200 (8.10%).
What is the most popular airline from Chicago to San Jose?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Chicago to San Jose is United Airlines (54% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Spirit Airlines (17%), Southwest (8%), and Frontier (8%).
Best airlines flying from Chicago to San Jose
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Chicago to San Jose with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PriceFrom $90 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.1 3,508 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $138 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 9,513 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $141 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 8,151 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $236 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 8,698 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $288 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 9,141 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $314 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $423 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.1 4,951 reviews |
Southwest Flights From Chicago to San Jose
Southwest flight deals from Chicago to San Jose start from $423 round-trip. Over the 5 Southwest flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $482 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.
United Airlines Flights From Chicago to San Jose
Across 9,141 United Airlines reviews on momondo, the average score is 7.4/10. United Airlines flies from Chicago to San Jose about 4 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from $288 to $494. Price data is based on momondo searches in the last 72 hours.
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Can I find flights from Chicago to San Jose with flexible booking policies on momondo?
momondo does allow users to show only those flights to San Jose from Chicago which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.
How can momondo help me find flights from Chicago to San Jose?
momondo provides multiple filters to help you find the best flight to San Jose from Chicago. Filter by price, airline, airports, cabin, aircraft, payment method, number of stops and more.
I’m not ready to book a flight from Chicago to San Jose right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
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