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Cheap flights from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from $53

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12:44 pm - 5:27 pmSAN-ORD
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13h 09m1 stop
$112Frontier
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$391United Airlines
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$394American Airlines
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$397United Airlines
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Frontier flights from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Our best Frontier deals on San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight tickets
Frontier
Jan 8
SAN12:44 pmSan Diego
26h 43m
1 stop
ORD5:27 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 11
ORD6:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl
13h 09m
1 stop
SAN5:29 pmSan Diego
Frontier
Jan 23
SAN1:47 pmSan Diego
7h 57m
1 stop
ORD11:44 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 27
ORD8:23 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
17h 42m
1 stop
SAN12:05 pmSan Diego
Frontier
Jan 23
SAN1:47 pmSan Diego
7h 57m
1 stop
ORD11:44 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 27
ORD8:23 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
17h 42m
1 stop
SAN12:05 pmSan Diego

Spirit Airlines flights from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

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Dec 5
SAN5:58 pmSan Diego
9h 32m
1 stop
ORD5:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Dec 11
ORD9:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
13h 03m
1 stop
SAN8:13 amSan Diego
Spirit Airlines
Dec 5
SAN5:58 pmSan Diego
9h 32m
1 stop
ORD5:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Dec 9
ORD9:53 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
13h 22m
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SAN9:15 amSan Diego
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Dec 5
SAN5:58 pmSan Diego
9h 32m
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ORD5:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl
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ORD9:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
13h 03m
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SAN8:13 amSan Diego

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What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

September. The cheapest time of year to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from San Diego is September. Most expensive is March

What is the cheapest day to depart San Diego for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Wednesday. The cheapest day of the week is typically Wednesday. The most expensive is typically Sunday

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

In the evening. San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights are approximately 19% more expensive at noon than in the evening

What is the cheapest airline that flies to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from San Diego?

Frontier. Frontier, Spirit Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

How far in advance should you book San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

45 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is approximately 45 days to departure

How many flights depart from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on average per day?

20 flights are operational weekly from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport as of November 2024. The most popular departure time for this route is 6:00AM, with 54% of flights per day taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on average per week?

As of November 2024, 145 flights take off from San Diego and land in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Tue, with 19% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What cabin class options are available on San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 72% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight.

How have San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2024, prices for San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights are approximately 11% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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$53

Fastest flight time

4h 03m

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The best one-way flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from San Diego in the past 72 hours is $53. The best round-trip flight deal from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $112.
The fastest flight from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 4h 03m
Direct flights go from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport every day.

  • How far is San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl by plane?

    A flight from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl will travel around 1717.8 mi. Typically, this will take 6h 11m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl 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 San Diego Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

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FrontierPriceFrom $91Free CancellationRating
6.1
3,542 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $100Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,175 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $217Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $245Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,173 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $251Free CancellationRating
8.0
8,765 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $391Free CancellationRating
8.0
9,460 reviews
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  • Alaska Airlines Flights From San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

    Across 13 Alaska Airlines flights from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport this week, the average price was $751, with the best Alaska Airlines deals starting from $391 round-trip. 9,460 users have rated Alaska Airlines on momondo, with an average score of 8.0/10.

  • United Airlines Flights From San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

    United Airlines is also a popular choice for this route. United Airlines flight deals for San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport start from as low as $245 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average United Airlines deals seen on momondo around $472. United Airlines operates 34 flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from San Diego in an average week. Users have rated it 7.4/10 across 9,173 reviews.


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