Cheap flights from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from $49
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
The month of October is another great option to travel to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, with average flight prices from San Diego averaging around $358.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $490. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to depart from San Diego because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $672.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
Flying to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from San Diego in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $470 when looking at flights departing in the evening. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $570. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.
What is the cheapest San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from San Diego when booking 14 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport for around $424 when searching 14 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from San Diego for as low as $335 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl flights?
There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl?
Spirit Airlines, Frontier, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl
What airlines fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
American Airlines, United Airlines and Frontier are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from San Diego according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 54% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on average per day?
20 flights are operational daily from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport as of March 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 6:00AM, with 59% 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 March 2025, 142 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 Mon, with 21% of weekly flights taking off on this day.
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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 5h 48m 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.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
As of March 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from San Diego Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.
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.
What is the most popular plane model from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is Boeing 737-800 (26.05% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A321-100/200 (20.08%), Airbus A321neo (15.19%), and Boeing 737-900 (10.54%).
What is the most popular airline from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between San Diego and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, the leading airline is American Airlines, making up 50% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include United Airlines with 32%, Frontier with 7%, and Spirit Airlines with 7%.
Best airlines flying from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $90 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.0 3,318 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $93 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 7,940 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $217 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $243 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,679 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $281 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 8,068 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $391 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 9,710 reviews |
Alaska Airlines Flights From San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport
Across 16 Alaska Airlines flights from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport this week, the average price was $770, with the best Alaska Airlines deals starting from $391 round-trip. 9,710 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 $243 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average United Airlines deals seen on momondo around $473. United Airlines operates 16 flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from San Diego in an average week. Users have rated it 7.4/10 across 8,679 reviews.
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