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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Diego to Chicago
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?
The month of October is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from San Diego, with most prices found around $340. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in October, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from San Diego to Chicago during September average around $351.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?
The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $391. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from San Diego to Chicago for around $501.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago?
Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is in the evening. Flights from San Diego to Chicago during this time can be as low as $356. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is in the morning when prices are around $436.
What is the cheapest San Diego to Chicago flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago?
The best time to book a flight to Chicago from San Diego is 47 days out, which is when prices tend to be around $422. Don’t hesitate to check prices now though because momondo users recently found tickets for as low as $318.
What cabin class options are available on San Diego to Chicago flights?
There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on San Diego to Chicago 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 San Diego to Chicago flights?
You could potentially save up to 54% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Diego to Chicago flight.
How have San Diego to Chicago flight prices changed over time?
As of December 2024, prices for San Diego to Chicago flights are approximately 6% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.
How many flights depart from San Diego to Chicago on average per day?
27 flights are operational daily from San Diego to Chicago as of December 2024. The most popular departure time for this route is 8:00AM, with 62% of flights per day taking off at noon.
How many flights depart from San Diego to Chicago on average per week?
The number of flights available between San Diego and Chicago is 191 per week as of December 2024. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 19% of weekly flights leaving on this day.
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How far is San Diego to Chicago by plane?
The straight-line distance from San Diego to Chicago is 1730.3 mi. Typically, this will take 3h 50m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Chicago?
Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Chicago are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to Chicago?
As of December 2024, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from San Diego Airport to Chicago.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego 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 layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Diego Airport to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago 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 Chicago. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from San Diego to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between San Diego and Chicago, the leading plane model is Boeing 737-800, making up 23.47% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A321-100/200 with 19.52%, Airbus A321neo with 14.06%, and Boeing 737 MAX 8 with 11.86%.
What is the most popular airline from San Diego to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between San Diego and Chicago, the leading airline is American Airlines, making up 41% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include United Airlines with 29%, Frontier with 16%, and Southwest with 6%.
Best airlines flying from San Diego to Chicago
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from San Diego to Chicago with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $91 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.1 3,468 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $97 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 8,107 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $217 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $244 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 9,009 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $251 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 8,580 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $269 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.1 4,765 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $391 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 9,554 reviews |
Southwest Flights From San Diego to Chicago
Southwest flight deals from San Diego to Chicago start from $269 round-trip. Over the 14 Southwest flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $477 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.
Alaska Airlines Flights From San Diego to Chicago
Alaska Airlines (8.0/10 from 9,555 reviews) operates around 18 flights from San Diego to Chicago in any given week. The average Alaska Airlines airfare for this route is around $757, with deals from around $391 rare but found on momondo. Referenced prices are for round-trip San Diego to Chicago flight searches in the last 72 hours.
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from San Diego to Chicago?
Finding the right flight to Chicago from San Diego is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Chicago quick and easy, saving you time and money.
Can I find flights from San Diego to Chicago with flexible booking policies on momondo?
All flight searches from San Diego to Chicago on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.
How can momondo help me find flights from San Diego to Chicago?
Once you have performed a search for San Diego to Chicago 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.
I’m not ready to book a flight from San Diego to Chicago right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
If you are not ready to book a flight from San Diego to Chicago now, use our insights above to find helpful tips or alternatively set up a price alert, where momondo will track prices on flights to Chicago and let you know when they change.