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Cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco from ₹ 13,898

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 14/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — SFO
16 Jul — 23 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl to San Francisco are usually found in September or August, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 June 2026.

Sat 8/817:10
ORD
-
SFO
1 stop7h 05m
Delta
Wed 19/814:36
SFO
-
ORD
1 stop7h 12m
Delta
Deal found 12/6₹ 29,120
Tue 28/706:20
ORD
-
SFO
1 stop7h 29m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 8/819:04
SFO
-
ORD
1 stop7h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 12/6₹ 29,782
Fri 23/1007:20
ORD
-
SFO
1 stop7h 21m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 28/1006:00
SFO
-
ORD
1 stop10h 20m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 15/6₹ 30,633
Fri 16/1007:20
ORD
-
SFO
1 stop7h 21m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 23/1020:43
SFO
-
ORD
1 stop7h 37m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 15/6₹ 31,484
Tue 14/721:35
ORD
-
SFO
Nonstop4h 57m
United Airlines
Wed 15/714:29
SFO
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 34m
United Airlines
Deal found 16/6₹ 31,673
Sun 6/906:55
ORD
-
SFO
1 stop14h 30m
Frontier
Sat 14/1119:17
SFO
-
ORD
1 stop12h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 15/6₹ 31,956
Fri 10/716:30
ORD
-
SFO
Nonstop4h 54m
United Airlines
Sun 12/700:50
SFO
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 16/6₹ 32,524
Tue 23/606:55
ORD
-
SFO
1 stop15h 00m
Frontier
Sat 27/615:59
SFO
-
ORD
1 stop11h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 16/6₹ 32,713
Wed 1/706:20
ORD
-
SFO
1 stop7h 29m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 9/707:55
SFO
-
ORD
1 stop9h 02m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 16/6₹ 33,091
Sun 25/1007:20
ORD
-
SFO
1 stop7h 21m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 2/1110:02
SFO
-
ORD
1 stop6h 58m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 15/6₹ 33,186
Thu 16/707:20
ORD
-
SFO
1 stop7h 19m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 24/707:55
SFO
-
ORD
1 stop9h 02m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 15/6₹ 33,375
Tue 4/806:00
ORD
-
SFO
2 stops10h 51m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 4/818:46
SFO
-
ORD
1 stop8h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 15/6₹ 33,469

Find flight deals from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 16 June 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 29,120

One-way from

₹ 13,898

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

₹ 42,924

Good one-way deal

₹ 15,888 or less
Delta
  • Delta
  • 8/8-19/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 14h 17m total
  • Chicago to San Francisco
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Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 14/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 31m total
  • Chicago to San Francisco
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (₹ 51,142 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 24/10

14:21-21:36

1 stop9h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 21/4

08:00-18:55

1 stop8h 55m

₹ 29,782

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 24/10

14:21-21:36

1 stop9h 15m

San Francisco

Thu 22/4

08:00-18:55

1 stop8h 55m

₹ 29,782

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/8

06:10-08:47

Nonstop4h 37m

San Francisco

Sat 15/8

16:29-22:59

Nonstop4h 30m

₹ 31,673

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 14/7

06:10-08:47

Nonstop4h 37m

San Francisco

Tue 28/7

18:34-00:59

Nonstop4h 25m

₹ 31,673

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 21/8

18:20-21:10

Nonstop4h 50m

San Francisco

Mon 24/8

05:00-11:25

Nonstop4h 25m

₹ 32,524

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/7

06:20-11:49

1 stop7h 29m

San Francisco

Mon 6/7

11:52-23:36

1 stop9h 44m

₹ 34,982

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 30/6

16:30-19:24

Nonstop4h 54m

San Francisco

Sat 4/7

14:29-21:03

Nonstop4h 34m

₹ 34,982

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/10

07:44-10:30

Nonstop4h 46m

San Francisco

Sun 11/10

18:38-00:59

Nonstop4h 21m

₹ 35,076
Fastest return journey

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 23/7

06:10-08:47

Nonstop4h 37m

San Francisco

Sun 26/7

22:38-05:01

Nonstop4h 23m

₹ 35,076

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 21/8

16:20-19:12

Nonstop4h 52m

San Francisco

Sun 23/8

18:38-00:59

Nonstop4h 21m

₹ 35,927

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Booking 82 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco (average of ₹ 30,349). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 42,924). 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 ORD to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 June 2026.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 30% on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated 16 June 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines,American Airlines, andFrontier from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,845 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,845 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,845 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,668 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,845 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,883 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,845 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl to San Francisco. You should not have trouble finding flights to San Francisco from Chicago O'Hare Intl; the airport handles an average of 74 inbound flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the San Francisco airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl. It is only a 17.7 km journey from San Francisco (SFO) to San Francisco’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines can get you from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco in just under 4h 37m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 56m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2963 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco return from ₹ 6,807. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from ₹ 19,151, and American Airlines, from ₹ 22,315. Frontier is priced at 81% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    Before booking your flight to San Francisco from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: ANA (85%), Air China (76%), China Southern( 68%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    While on average a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco is generally ₹ 25,169, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is ₹ 15,830. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - San Francisco), you can expect to pay ₹ 52,095 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco (average of ₹ 30,349). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 42,924). 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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Top 3 airlines flying from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco

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FrontierCheapest₹ 6,807Average₹ 20,139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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United AirlinesCheapest₹ 19,151Average₹ 37,436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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