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7:05 am - 3:03 pmMDW-SJC
9h 58m1 stop
4:03 pm - 12:17 amSJC-MDW
6h 14m1 stop
$124Frontier
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Wed, Feb 19 - Wed, Feb 26
7:25 am - 12:11 pmORD-SJC
6h 46m1 stop
3:28 pm - 5:28 amSJC-ORD
12h 00m1 stop
Thu, Feb 6 - Wed, Feb 12
10:45 pm - 10:21 amORD-SJC
13h 36m1 stop
11:19 am - 9:50 pmSJC-ORD
8h 31m1 stop
$134Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Feb 19 - Wed, Feb 26
9:18 pm - 8:46 amORD-SJC
13h 28m1 stop
3:28 pm - 5:28 amSJC-ORD
12h 00m1 stop
$137Spirit Airlines
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Mon, Feb 10 - Wed, Feb 12
7:30 am - 1:54 pmORD-SJC
8h 24m1 stop
2:34 pm - 11:53 pmSJC-ORD
7h 19m1 stop
$295Delta
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Tue, Mar 18 - Wed, Mar 26
7:00 pm - 10:45 pmORD-SJC
29h 45m2 stops
8:33 pm - 11:59 pmSJC-ORD
25h 26m2 stops
$298Alaska Airlines
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Tue, Feb 18 - Tue, Feb 25
7:00 am - 1:43 pmORD-SJC
8h 43m1 stop
11:35 am - 11:59 pmSJC-ORD
10h 24m1 stop
$314Delta
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Thu, Mar 6 - Tue, Apr 8
7:00 pm - 10:45 pmORD-SJC
29h 45m2 stops
3:06 pm - 11:59 pmSJC-ORD
6h 53m1 stop
$336Alaska Airlines
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Mon, Mar 3 - Mon, Mar 10
6:25 pm - 9:00 pmMDW-SJC
4h 35mnonstop
9:25 pm - 5:20 amSJC-MDW
5h 55m1 stop
$361Southwest
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Thu, May 8 - Thu, May 22
4:15 pm - 8:40 pmMDW-SJC
6h 25m1 stop
8:30 pm - 5:20 amSJC-MDW
6h 50m1 stop
$371Southwest
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Thu, May 8 - Thu, May 22
6:50 am - 3:03 pmORD-SJC
10h 13m1 stop
$50Frontier
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Wed, Feb 26
7:05 am - 3:03 pmMDW-SJC
9h 58m1 stop
$53Frontier
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Wed, Feb 26
1:32 pm - 8:23 pmORD-SJC
8h 51m1 stop
$66Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Feb 25
9:18 pm - 8:46 amORD-SJC
13h 28m1 stop
$70Spirit Airlines
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Mon, Feb 3
7:00 am - 1:43 pmORD-SJC
8h 43m1 stop
$148Delta
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Tue, Feb 25
7:00 am - 1:43 pmORD-SJC
8h 43m1 stop
$167Delta
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Thu, Feb 27
9:45 am - 12:35 pmMDW-SJC
4h 50mnonstop
$176Southwest
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Thu, Feb 20
5:05 am - 10:40 amMDW-SJC
7h 35m1 stop
$185Southwest
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Thu, Apr 10
9:08 am - 12:03 pmORD-SJC
4h 55mnonstop
$201United Airlines
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Fri, Feb 21
9:05 am - 11:56 amORD-SJC
4h 51mnonstop
$221United Airlines
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Wed, Feb 12
9:18 pm - 8:46 amORD-SJC
13h 28m1 stop
2:10 pm - 11:13 pmSJC-ORD
7h 03m1 stop
$291Spirit Airlines
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Thu, Jan 23 - Mon, Jan 27
10:47 pm - 10:41 amORD-SJC
13h 54m1 stop
2:10 pm - 11:13 pmSJC-ORD
7h 03m1 stop
$330Spirit Airlines
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Fri, Jan 24 - Thu, Jan 30
7:25 am - 12:11 pmORD-SJC
6h 46m1 stop
1:11 pm - 12:32 amSJC-ORD
9h 21m1 stop
$332Frontier
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Fri, Jan 24 - Fri, Jan 31
10:47 pm - 10:41 amORD-SJC
13h 54m1 stop
9:41 am - 5:55 amSJC-ORD
18h 14m1 stop
$336Spirit Airlines
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Fri, Jan 24 - Tue, Jan 28
9:18 pm - 8:46 amORD-SJC
13h 28m1 stop
8:31 am - 5:55 amSJC-ORD
19h 24m2 stops
$340Spirit Airlines
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Thu, Jan 23 - Mon, Jan 27
7:25 am - 12:11 pmORD-SJC
6h 46m1 stop
1:11 pm - 12:32 amSJC-ORD
9h 21m1 stop
$362Frontier
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Fri, Jan 24 - Sun, Jan 26
3:35 pm - 8:41 amORD-SJC
19h 06m2 stops
11:00 am - 11:59 pmSJC-ORD
10h 59m2 stops
$884Alaska Airlines
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Fri, Jan 24 - Wed, Jan 29
9:05 am - 11:56 amORD-SJC
4h 51mnonstop
8:25 am - 11:28 amSJC-ORD
25h 03m1 stop
$886United Airlines
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Thu, Jan 23 - Mon, Jan 27
9:05 am - 11:56 amORD-SJC
4h 51mnonstop
8:25 am - 11:59 pmSJC-ORD
13h 34m1 stop
$956United Airlines
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Fri, Jan 24 - Thu, Jan 30
7:15 am - 12:27 pmORD-SJC
7h 12m1 stop
6:20 am - 5:29 pmSJC-ORD
9h 09m1 stop
$996Delta
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Fri, Jan 24 - Sat, Feb 1
5:10 pm - 7:55 pmMDW-SJC
4h 45mnonstop
11:50 am - 5:55 pmSJC-MDW
4h 05mnonstop
$376Southwest
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Sat, Feb 15 - Tue, Feb 18
9:08 am - 12:03 pmORD-SJC
4h 55mnonstop
6:20 am - 12:35 pmSJC-ORD
4h 15mnonstop
$392United Airlines
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Tue, Feb 25 - Sat, Mar 1
5:05 pm - 7:40 pmMDW-SJC
4h 35mnonstop
11:35 am - 5:40 pmSJC-MDW
4h 05mnonstop
$392Southwest
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Wed, Apr 9 - Wed, Apr 16
8:05 am - 10:55 amMDW-SJC
4h 50mnonstop
11:50 am - 5:55 pmSJC-MDW
4h 05mnonstop
$401Southwest
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Fri, Feb 21 - Fri, Feb 28
8:05 am - 10:55 amMDW-SJC
4h 50mnonstop
11:50 am - 5:55 pmSJC-MDW
4h 05mnonstop
$407Southwest
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Sun, Feb 16 - Thu, Feb 20
8:35 am - 11:25 amMDW-SJC
4h 50mnonstop
11:50 am - 5:55 pmSJC-MDW
4h 05mnonstop
$416Southwest
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Wed, Feb 12 - Sun, Feb 16
9:08 am - 12:03 pmORD-SJC
4h 55mnonstop
6:20 am - 12:35 pmSJC-ORD
4h 15mnonstop
$433United Airlines
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Fri, Feb 21 - Sun, Feb 23
9:35 am - 12:20 pmMDW-SJC
4h 45mnonstop
8:20 am - 2:25 pmSJC-MDW
4h 05mnonstop
$433Southwest
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Thu, Mar 13 - Mon, Mar 17
7:55 pm - 10:50 pmORD-SJC
4h 55mnonstop
6:35 am - 1:01 pmSJC-ORD
4h 26mnonstop
$441United Airlines
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Thu, Mar 6 - Mon, Apr 7
9:08 am - 12:03 pmORD-SJC
4h 55mnonstop
6:20 am - 12:35 pmSJC-ORD
4h 15mnonstop
$442United Airlines
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Mon, Mar 3 - Mon, Mar 10

Frontier flights from Chicago to San Jose

Our best Frontier deals on Chicago to San Jose flight tickets
Frontier
Feb 19
MDW7:05 amChicago Midway
9h 58m
1 stop
SJC3:03 pmSan Jose
Feb 26
SJC4:03 pmSan Jose
6h 14m
1 stop
MDW12:17 amChicago Midway
Frontier
Mar 3
MDW6:40 amChicago Midway
10h 23m
1 stop
SJC3:03 pmSan Jose
Mar 10
SJC4:03 pmSan Jose
6h 14m
1 stop
MDW12:17 amChicago Midway
Frontier
Mar 3
MDW6:40 amChicago Midway
10h 23m
1 stop
SJC3:03 pmSan Jose
Mar 10
SJC4:03 pmSan Jose
6h 14m
1 stop
MDW12:17 amChicago Midway

Spirit Airlines flights from Chicago to San Jose

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on Chicago to San Jose flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Feb 19
ORD10:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
13h 36m
1 stop
SJC10:21 amSan Jose
Feb 26
SJC11:19 amSan Jose
8h 31m
1 stop
ORD9:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Spirit Airlines
Feb 10
ORD9:18 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
13h 28m
1 stop
SJC8:46 amSan Jose
Feb 12
SJC3:28 pmSan Jose
12h 00m
1 stop
ORD5:28 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Spirit Airlines
Feb 10
ORD9:18 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
13h 28m
1 stop
SJC8:46 amSan Jose
Feb 18
SJC9:18 pmSan Jose
6h 49m
1 stop
ORD6:07 amChicago O'Hare Intl

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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 Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $451. 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 Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to San Jose on Sunday is $580.

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 in the morning. Flights from Chicago to San Jose during this time can be as low as $490. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to San Jose is in the afternoon when prices are around $519.

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?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Jose from Chicago when booking 8 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Jose for around $414 when searching 8 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Jose from Chicago for as low as $307 on momondo.

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.

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

As of January 2025, prices for Chicago to San Jose flights are approximately 27% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found

$50

Fastest flight time

4h 35m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San Jose

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San Jose from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $50. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to San Jose found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $124.
The fastest flight from Chicago to San Jose takes 4h 35m
Direct flights go from Chicago to San Jose every day.
There is 1 airport near San Jose: San Jose (SJC)

  • 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.

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  • 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.

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FrontierPriceFrom $90Free CancellationRating
6.0
3,443 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $140Free CancellationRating
8.0
9,706 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $141Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,116 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $237Free CancellationRating
8.0
8,521 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $288Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,984 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $376Free CancellationRating
8.1
4,662 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $387Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From Chicago to San Jose

    Southwest flight deals from Chicago to San Jose start from $376 round-trip. Over the 19 Southwest flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $529 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

  • United Airlines Flights From Chicago to San Jose

    Across 8,984 United Airlines reviews on momondo, the average score is 7.4/10. United Airlines flies from Chicago to San Jose about 7 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from $288 to $495. Price data is based on momondo searches in the last 72 hours.


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