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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Chicago
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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Francisco and Chicago?
What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?
The month of April is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from San Francisco, with most prices found around $296. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in April, then January is your next best option. Flight prices from San Francisco to Chicago during January average around $308.
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 $306. 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 Francisco to Chicago for around $391.
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 afternoon. Flights from San Francisco to Chicago during this time can be as low as $280. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $428.
What is the cheapest San Francisco 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 Francisco is 56 days out, which is when prices tend to be around $380. Don’t hesitate to check prices now though because momondo users recently found tickets for as low as $277.
What cabin class options are available on San Francisco to Chicago flights?
There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco 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 Francisco to Chicago flights?
You could potentially save up to 37% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to Chicago flight.
How have San Francisco to Chicago flight prices changed over time?
As of December 2024, prices for San Francisco to Chicago flights are approximately 49% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.
How many flights depart from San Francisco to Chicago on average per day?
63 flights are operational daily from San Francisco to Chicago as of December 2024. The most popular departure time for this route is 10:00AM, with 54% of flights per day taking off at noon.
How many flights depart from San Francisco to Chicago on average per week?
The number of flights available between San Francisco and Chicago is 444 per week as of December 2024. The most frequent departure day is Wed, with 18% of weekly flights leaving on this day.
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How far is San Francisco to Chicago by plane?
A flight from San Francisco to Chicago will travel around 1852.8 mi. Typically, this will take 4h 05m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Chicago?
Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Chicago are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Chicago?
As of December 2024, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Chicago.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Chicago?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chicago 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 Chicago. 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 San Francisco to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between San Francisco and Chicago, the leading plane model is Boeing 777, making up 17.30% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A321neo with 17.14%, Boeing 757-300 with 15.77%, and Boeing 737-800 with 13.20%.
What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between San Francisco and Chicago, the leading airline is United Airlines, making up 39% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Frontier with 24%, American Airlines with 18%, and Alaska Airlines with 17%.
Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Chicago
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from San Francisco to Chicago with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $82 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.0 3,463 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $112 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 8,104 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $161 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 9,564 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $185 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 9,001 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $198 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $219 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.1 4,749 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $235 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 8,560 reviews |
Southwest Flights From San Francisco to Chicago
The lowest priced Southwest flight from San Francisco to Chicago from the last 72 hours was $219. Generally, Southwest has 6 flights on this route every week with an average price of $433. Southwest is rated 8.1/10 by our users.
Alaska Airlines Flights From San Francisco to Chicago
Alaska Airlines is also a popular choice for this route. Alaska Airlines flight deals for San Francisco to Chicago start from as low as $161 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average Alaska Airlines deals seen on momondo around $316. Alaska Airlines operates 4 flights to Chicago from San Francisco in an average week. Users have rated it 8.0/10 across 9,564 reviews.
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from San Francisco to Chicago?
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Can I find flights from San Francisco to Chicago with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. All flights to Chicago from San Francisco on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.
How can momondo help me find flights from San Francisco to Chicago?
momondo provides multiple filters to help you find the best flight to Chicago from San Francisco. Filter by price, airline, airports, cabin, aircraft, payment method, number of stops and more.
I’m not ready to book a flight from San Francisco to Chicago right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
If you are not ready to book a flight from San Francisco 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.