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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Chicago from ₹ 5,465

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 16/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CHI
27 Oct — 3 Nov1
1 adult

The best prices from San Francisco to Chicago are usually found in April or January, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 22 October 2024.

Round-trip from

₹ 14,462

One-way from

₹ 5,465

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

April
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 20/11-22/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 38m total
  • San Francisco to Chicago
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 16/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 22m total
  • San Francisco to Chicago
High demand for flights, 12% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 10% potential price drop

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 October 2024.

Wed 13/1111:20SFO - ORD
2 stops9h 15mSouthwest
Sun 17/1107:00ORD - SFO
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 21/10₹ 17,909
Tue 12/1110:27SFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 21mAlaska Airlines
Tue 19/1117:57ORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 44mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 22/10₹ 18,246
Tue 19/1106:15SFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 22mUnited Airlines
Tue 19/1118:15ORD - SFO
1 stop6h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 22/10₹ 19,086
Sat 16/1122:59SFO - ORD
1 stop6h 40mDelta
Wed 20/1117:55ORD - SFO
1 stop7h 16mDelta
Deal found 22/10₹ 21,188
Mon 25/1121:09SFO - ORD
1 stop13h 06mFrontier
Fri 29/1106:00ORD - SFO
1 stop7h 13mFrontier
Deal found 22/10₹ 22,113
Wed 27/1123:59SFO - ORD
1 stop6h 22mSun Country Air
Mon 2/1220:00ORD - SFO
1 stop18h 36mSun Country Air
Deal found 22/10₹ 26,738
Fri 15/1123:50SFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 17mAmerican Airlines
Sun 17/1120:40ORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 22/10₹ 26,822

Find flights from San Francisco to Chicago within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Chicago that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 387,481 searches. Data last updated 22 October 2024.

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San FranciscoChicago O'Hare Intl

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Wed 20/11

1 stop20h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 22/11

1 stop7h 13m

₹ 14,462

San FranciscoChicago O'Hare Intl

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Fri 15/11

Nonstop4h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 18/11

Nonstop4h 52m

₹ 15,891

San FranciscoChicago O'Hare Intl

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Mon 11/11

1 stop7h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 15/11

Nonstop4h 44m

₹ 16,648

San FranciscoChicago O'Hare Intl

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Wed 13/11

2 stops9h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 17/11

1 stop7h 00m

₹ 17,909

San FranciscoChicago O'Hare Intl

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Wed 20/11

1 stop6h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 27/11

1 stop8h 29m

₹ 21,525

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Deals found on 21/10

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Chicago

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Chicago

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Chicago including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from San Francisco to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 18 October 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Chicago, you should look to book at least 71 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Chicago?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Chicago (average of ₹ 992). Flying from San Francisco to Chicago in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 1,403). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 October 2024.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 48% on flights from San Francisco to Chicago by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Chicago. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 22 October 2024.

The most flights from SFO to CHI are scheduled on a Tuesday (73 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

Rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 43.0 - 125.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 125.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 43.0 mm.

Temperature in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -5.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated 22 October 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to Chicago, see what other customers have to say about Frontier, Alaska Airlines and United Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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5,156 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

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8.3

Comfort

8.1

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7.2

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8.7

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1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.1
Very Good
5,156 reviews
8.1
Very Good
5,156 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very Good
9,411 reviews
8.1
Very Good
5,156 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very Good
8,884 reviews
8.1
Very Good
5,156 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

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1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.4
Good
9,285 reviews
8.1
Very Good
5,156 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very Good
5,156 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Chicago?

    For a flight from San Francisco to Chicago, you will be flying from San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 19.0 km from the centre of the city. San Francisco is the only San Francisco airport and it handles 50 outbound flights to Chicago per day. 0 airlines have flights to Chicago from San Francisco on a regular basis.

  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to Chicago for under ₹ 14,500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Chicago for under ₹ 14,500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just ₹ 14,462, but on average you can expect to pay ₹ 17,237.

  • Are there direct flights from San Francisco to Chicago for under ₹ 15,900 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has 3 direct flights from San Francisco to Chicago under ₹ 15,900. A good price for a direct flight from San Francisco to Chicago is less than ₹ 18,750.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Chicago for under ₹ 25,400?

    There are currently 6+ open flights from San Francisco to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than ₹ 25,400.

  • What days are direct flights available from San Francisco to Chicago?

    Days when direct flights are available for this flight are: Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from San Francisco to Chicago on average per day?

    102 flight departures from San Francisco to Chicago per day on average.
    Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 17% of flight departures
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 39% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 29% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 15% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Chicago?

    For as low as ₹ 14,462, Frontier can have you in Chicago from San Francisco in 4h 12m. San Francisco and Chicago are separated by a distance of 2979 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Chicago round-trip?

    Currently priced at ₹ 14,462, Frontier will fly you from San Francisco to Chicago and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Alaska Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from ₹ 15,891 and ₹ 16,648, respectively. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Chicago for 47% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Chicago one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at ₹ 5,465. Alaska Airlines flights start at ₹ 7,735 while deals on Southwest start at ₹ 8,744 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Chicago?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Francisco to Chicago on time: Royal Jordanian (93%), Asiana Airlines (92%), Virgin Australia (86%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Chicago?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for ₹ 13,377. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for ₹ 16,732 on average our data indicates ₹ 213,201 when flying from San Francisco to Chicago.

  • What does SFO to ORD mean?

    San Francisco Airport is SFO and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is ORD. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Chicago that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to Chicago flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco to Chicago with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to Chicago flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Chicago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Chicago that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco to Chicago offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco to Chicago?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to Chicago flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Francisco to Chicago flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco to Chicago flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 22/10.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Chicago?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Chicago (average of ₹ 992). Flying from San Francisco to Chicago in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 1,403). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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