Cheap flights from San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from $84
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco 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 September is another great option to travel to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around $313.
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 Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $436. 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 Francisco because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $569.
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 Francisco in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $430 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Try not to purchase tickets at noon because they tend to be around $543. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.
What is the cheapest San Francisco 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 Francisco when booking 12 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport for around $377 when searching 12 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 Francisco for as low as $306 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Intl flights?
There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco 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 Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Intl?
Frontier, United Airlines, and Hawaiian Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Intl
What airlines fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
United Airlines, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from San Francisco according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 57% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Keep in mind that there are 8 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 Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on average per day?
The number of flights available between San Francisco and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 61 per day as of April 2025. The most frequent departure time is 1:00PM, with 38% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.
How many flights depart from San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on average per week?
As of April 2025, there are 427 flights per week flying from San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 19% of flights taking off on this day.
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How far is San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Intl by plane?
There are 1838.3 mi between San Francisco and Chicago O'Hare Intl. Typically, this will take 4h 14m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
There are 7 operators available for flights from San Francisco Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport as of April 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chicago O'Hare Intl 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. 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 O'Hare Intl Airport?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is Airbus A321neo, representing 15.07% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737-800 at 14.00%, Boeing 777 at 13.64%, and Boeing 757-300 at 10.86%.
What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between San Francisco and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, the leading airline is United Airlines, making up 54% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include American Airlines with 27%, Alaska Airlines with 14%, and Frontier with 4%.
Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport
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| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $113 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 7,919 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $125 | Free Cancellation | Rating 5.9 3,280 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $138 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.9 2,374 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $174 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 9,871 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $203 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $207 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,656 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $236 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 7,917 reviews |
Alaska Airlines Flights From San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport
Alaska Airlines flight deals from San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport start from $174 round-trip. Over the 7 Alaska Airlines flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $330 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.
Hawaiian Airlines Flights From San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport
Hawaiian Airlines is also a popular choice for this route. Hawaiian Airlines flight deals for San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport start from as low as $138 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average Hawaiian Airlines deals seen on momondo around $277. Hawaiian Airlines operates 7 flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from San Francisco in an average week. Users have rated it 7.9/10 across 2,374 reviews.
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