Cheap flights from San Francisco to Chicago from ₹ 11,710
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CHI
21 Oct — 28 Oct1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Chicago are usually found in February or September, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday
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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 21 September 2026.
Wed 4/1123:52 -
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Deal found 20/9₹ 24,765
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Deal found 16/9₹ 24,861
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Deal found 17/9₹ 25,245
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Deal found 16/9₹ 25,341
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Deal found 17/9₹ 25,437
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1 stop7h 52m
Deal found 17/9₹ 25,629
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Deal found 17/9₹ 26,012
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Deal found 16/9₹ 26,108
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Deal found 19/9₹ 26,396
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Deal found 16/9₹ 26,492
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Deal found 16/9₹ 26,876
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1 stop7h 21m
Deal found 16/9₹ 26,972
Best flights from San Francisco to Chicago
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Chicago that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 21 September 2026.
Mon 7/1215:58 -
1 stop11h 39m
Wed 6/107:40 -
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Deal found 18/9₹ 25,629
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Deal found 20/9₹ 33,595
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Deal found 19/9₹ 34,267
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Deal found 18/9₹ 27,932
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Deal found 17/9₹ 33,691
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Deal found 17/9₹ 30,812
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Deal found 16/9₹ 31,004
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Deal found 20/9₹ 36,955
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Deal found 20/9₹ 37,147
Fri 20/1108:25 -
1 stop9h 38m
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1 stop7h 18m
Deal found 16/9₹ 35,515
Direct flights from San Francisco to Chicago
Explore direct flight options from San Francisco to Chicago based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 21 September 2026.
Mon 12/1018:38 -
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Deal found 17/9₹ 25,245
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Deal found 16/9₹ 25,341
Sat 10/1015:00 -
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Deal found 17/9₹ 26,012
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Deal found 16/9₹ 26,108
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Deal found 16/9₹ 26,492
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Mon 16/1121:57 -
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Deal found 16/9₹ 26,876
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Deal found 16/9₹ 27,548
Mon 12/1023:30 -
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Deal found 16/9₹ 28,028
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Deal found 16/9₹ 28,604
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Deal found 17/9₹ 28,796
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Deal found 17/9₹ 28,892
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Fri 18/1221:51 -
Nonstop5h 08m
Deal found 17/9₹ 29,468
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to Chicago
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Chicago. Data last updated 21 September 2026 and is based on user searches.
Mon 5/1023:10 -
1 stop12h 37m
Fri 9/1014:55 -
1 stop11h 12m
Deal found 17/9₹ 26,876
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Deal found 17/9₹ 27,644
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Deal found 16/9₹ 26,108
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Deal found 16/9₹ 26,492
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Deal found 17/9₹ 26,012
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Deal found 17/9₹ 25,245
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Deal found 16/9₹ 24,861
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Mon 19/1006:07 -
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Deal found 16/9₹ 27,548
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Deal found 17/9₹ 25,629
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Deal found 16/9₹ 26,972
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1 stop19h 36m
Mon 19/1015:30 -
1 stop28h 55m
Deal found 19/9₹ 26,396
One-way flights from San Francisco to Chicago
Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 21 September 2026.
Tue 6/1011:17 -
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Deal found 16/9₹ 11,710
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Deal found 16/9₹ 12,094
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Deal found 20/9₹ 12,382
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Deal found 17/9₹ 12,574
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Deal found 16/9₹ 12,670
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Deal found 16/9₹ 13,150
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Deal found 16/9₹ 13,630
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Deal found 16/9₹ 15,262
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Deal found 17/9₹ 15,646
Find flight deals from San Francisco to Chicago
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 21 September 2026.
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 21 September 2026.
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Cheapest return flight
San FranciscoChicago
SFO San Francisco - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
SFOORD
San Francisco
Sat 17/10
06:00-16:39
1 stop8h 39m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 12,094
San FranciscoChicago
SFO San Francisco - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
SFOORD
San Francisco
Thu 19/11
07:04-18:59
1 stop9h 55m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 15,262
San FranciscoChicago
SFO San Francisco - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
SFOORD
San Francisco
Fri 23/10
06:05-14:36
1 stop6h 31m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 15,262
San FranciscoChicago
SFO San Francisco - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
SFOORD
San Francisco
Tue 15/12
09:58-23:59
2 stops12h 01m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 15,934
Fastest return journey
San FranciscoChicago
SFO San Francisco - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
SFOORD
San Francisco
Wed 4/11
00:55-07:13
Nonstop4h 18m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 16,222
San FranciscoChicago
SFO San Francisco - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
SFOORD
San Francisco
Sat 10/10
23:10-13:50
1 stop12h 40m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 16,222
San FranciscoChicago
SFO San Francisco - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
SFOORD
San Francisco
Wed 21/10
00:35-06:56
Nonstop4h 21m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 16,222
San FranciscoChicago
SFO San Francisco - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
SFOORD
San Francisco
Tue 10/11
15:20-21:45
Nonstop4h 25m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 16,222
San FranciscoChicago
SFO San Francisco - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
SFOORD
San Francisco
Fri 15/1
23:10-05:34
Nonstop4h 24m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 17,470
San FranciscoChicago
SFO San Francisco - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
SFOORD
San Francisco
Sun 11/10
18:15-10:38
1 stop14h 23m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 19,005
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Chicago
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Chicago?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Chicago (average of ₹ 35,419). Flying from San Francisco to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 46,458). 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 21 September 2026.
Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 64% on flights from San Francisco to Chicago by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.
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 21 September 2026.
The most flights from SFO to CHI are scheduled on a Saturday (103 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (47 on average).
How much does it cost for a return flight from San Francisco to Chicago?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
San Francisco to Chicago flights typically cost between ₹ 28,988 and ₹ 49,289 in November.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was ₹ 24,765 on Frontier (4 Nov–11 Nov).
How often are flights from San Francisco to Chicago delayed?
About 10% of weekly flights between San Francisco and Chicago have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 186 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Chicago flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Chicago flights?
Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.
How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Chicago?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Chicago, you should look to book at least 66 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.
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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 17.7 km from the centre of the city. San Francisco is the only San Francisco airport and it handles 73 outbound flights to Chicago per day. 0 airlines have flights to Chicago from San Francisco on a regular basis.
How long is the flight from San Francisco to Chicago?
For as low as ₹ 25,629, Alaska Airlines can have you in Chicago from San Francisco in 11h 39m. San Francisco and Chicago are separated by a distance of 2963 km.
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: ITA Airways (92%), Aer Lingus (79%), Austrian Airlines (77%).
What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Chicago?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for ₹ 15,278. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for ₹ 24,765 on average, our data indicates ₹ 43,597 when flying 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.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Chicago?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Chicago (average of ₹ 35,419). Flying from San Francisco to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 46,458). 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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