Cheap flights from San Jose to Chicago from $79
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?
The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from San Jose, with most prices found around $305. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in January, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from San Jose to Chicago during September average around $353.
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 Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $466. 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 Jose to Chicago for around $586.
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 Jose to Chicago during this time can be as low as $433. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is in the evening when prices are around $569.
What is the cheapest San Jose to Chicago flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from San Jose when booking 7 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $461 when searching 7 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from San Jose for as low as $364 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on San Jose to Chicago flights?
There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on San Jose to Chicago 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 Jose to Chicago?
Spirit Airlines, Frontier, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from San Jose to Chicago
What airlines fly to Chicago?
United Airlines, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from San Jose according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 54% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from San Jose to Chicago on average per day?
As of April 2025, 1 flights take off from San Jose and land in Chicago each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 6:00AM, with 75% of daily flights taking off at noon.
How many flights depart from San Jose to Chicago on average per week?
11 flights are operational weekly from San Jose to Chicago as of April 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 27% of flights per week taking off on this day.
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How far is San Jose to Chicago by plane?
The straight-line distance from San Jose to Chicago is 1836.7 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 4h 05m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Jose Airport to Chicago?
Prices for flights from San Jose Airport to Chicago are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Jose Airport to Chicago?
As of April 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from San Jose Airport to Chicago.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Jose 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 Jose 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 Jose to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between San Jose and Chicago, the leading plane model is Boeing 737 MAX 8, making up 16.36% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A320-100/200 with 10.65%, Airbus A319 with 9.11%, and Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) with 7.57%.
What is the most popular airline from San Jose to Chicago?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from San Jose to Chicago is United Airlines, representing 41% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Spirit Airlines at 19%, Southwest at 18%, and Frontier at 13%.
Best airlines flying from San Jose to Chicago
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from San Jose to Chicago with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PriceFrom $98 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.0 3,279 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $134 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 7,905 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $197 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 9,851 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $203 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,636 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $236 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 7,911 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $279 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $370 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 4,279 reviews |
Southwest Flights From San Jose to Chicago
Southwest operates around 7 flights from San Jose to Chicago every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been $503, but momondo users have found Southwest deals from San Jose to Chicago from as low as $370 round-trip. Southwest has been scored 8.0/10 in 4,278 reviews.
United Airlines Flights From San Jose to Chicago
The best United Airlines deal for San Jose to Chicago flight tickets found on momondo in the last 72 hours was $203, round-trip. It should be noted that an average United Airlines flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at $486 round-trip. United Airlines operates 3 flights out of San Jose into Chicago in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 8,636 United Airlines reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 7.4/10.
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