Cheap flights from Chicago to San Francisco from ₹ 8,239

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 19/9. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
CHI — SFO
24 Sep — 1 Oct1
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The best prices from Chicago to San Francisco are usually found in February or January, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

How to find the cheapest flight from Chicago (CHI) to San Francisco (SFO)

All the information you need to plan the best CHI to SFO flight in 2023: compare Chicago to San Francisco flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in San Francisco.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Round-trip from

₹ 8,576,012

One-way from

₹ 14,397
High demand for flights, 29% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 29% potential price drop
From Chicago (CHI) to San Francisco
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to San Francisco

CHI - SFO

Price

₹ 103,053 - ₹ 188,840

SFO

Temperature

11 - 17 °C

SFO

Rainfall

0 - 112 mm

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Chicago to San Francisco?

Users have found that leaving on a Wednesday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 84% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

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

To save up to 53% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 61 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Chicago to San Francisco from ₹ 40,112 1-2 weeks out and tickets from ₹ 54,342 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to San Francisco?

February can be a great time to fly to San Francisco from Chicago with a flight ticket averaging about ₹ 33,933. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of February for as cheap as ₹ 16,311. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of July.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to San Francisco (CHI - SFO)?

When flying from Chicago to San Francisco, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 38% versus a flight in the morning.

Cheap Alaska Airlines flights from Chicago to San Francisco

Consider these cheap Alaska Airlines flights we've found departing from Chicago to San Francisco. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.

Cheap Frontier flights from Chicago to San Francisco

To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Frontier flights we've found from Chicago to San Francisco. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.

Cheap Chicago to San Francisco flights in September & October 2023

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Direct flights to San Francisco from Chicago

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One-way flights to San Francisco from Chicago

The cheapest one-way flights from Chicago to San Francisco
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Chicago to San Francisco. Users can also find round-trip Chicago to San Francisco flights by using the search form above.

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₹ 16,477 - ₹ 36,034

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Chicago O'Hare IntlSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 17/10

Nonstop4h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 24/10

Nonstop4h 25m

₹ 16,477

Chicago O'Hare IntlSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 18/10

1 stop14h 26m

San Francisco

Wed 25/10

2 stops30h 13m

₹ 18,558

Chicago O'Hare IntlSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 31/10

1 stop8h 04m

San Francisco

Wed 1/11

Nonstop4h 17m

₹ 19,307

Chicago O'Hare IntlSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 28/10

1 stop8h 33m

San Francisco

Sat 4/11

1 stop11h 58m

₹ 19,556

Chicago O'Hare IntlSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 25/10

1 stop8h 02m

San Francisco

Sun 29/10

1 stop8h 42m

₹ 19,640

Chicago O'Hare IntlSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/11

1 stop13h 54m

San Francisco

Tue 7/11

1 stop11h 04m

₹ 24,550

Chicago O'Hare IntlSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/12

Nonstop4h 47m

San Francisco

Tue 2/1

Nonstop4h 10m

₹ 24,799

Chicago O'Hare IntlSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 19/11

1 stop22h 23m

San Francisco

Fri 24/11

1 stop11h 39m

₹ 28,294

Chicago O'Hare IntlSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 17/11

1 stop27h 27m

San Francisco

Sun 26/11

1 stop14h 25m

₹ 36,034

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Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

To help decide which airline to fly from Chicago to San Francisco, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Frontier and Delta. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,393 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

They lost my luggage on my way to NY and then again on my way to SF, horrible

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,393 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,393 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

They lost my luggage on my way to NY and then again on my way to SF, horrible

Delta
7.9
Good
3,007 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,393 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

They lost my luggage on my way to NY and then again on my way to SF, horrible

Southwest
7.7
Good
1,510 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,393 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

They lost my luggage on my way to NY and then again on my way to SF, horrible

Sun Country Air
7.4
Good
94 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,393 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

They lost my luggage on my way to NY and then again on my way to SF, horrible

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,887 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,393 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

They lost my luggage on my way to NY and then again on my way to SF, horrible

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Chicago to San Francisco flights.

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

San Francisco (SFO), located 19.0 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Chicago to San Francisco. 2 airlines have flights to San Francisco from Chicago on a regular basis. Booking flights from Chicago to San Francisco should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 58 inbound flights from Chicago per day.

Can I find flights from Chicago to San Francisco for under ₹ 16,500 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Chicago to San Francisco for under ₹ 16,500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Alaska Airlines for just ₹ 16,477, but on average you can expect to pay ₹ 21,221.

Are there direct flights from Chicago to San Francisco for under ₹ 16,500 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Chicago to San Francisco under ₹ 16,500. A good price for a direct flight from Chicago to San Francisco is less than ₹ 30,042.

Are there last-minute flights available from Chicago to San Francisco for under ₹ 25,300?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Chicago to San Francisco within the next 7 days for less than ₹ 25,300.

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

You can find direct flights on the following days: Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

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

Per day, 72 flights depart from Chicago to San Francisco on average.
Morning (6am - Noon) - 22% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 28% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 50% of flight departures

How long is the flight from Chicago to San Francisco?

Airlines like Alaska Airlines, Frontier, and Delta fly from Chicago to San Francisco in about 4h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 41m. Chicago and San Francisco are separated by a distance of 2979 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

Currently priced at ₹ 16,477, Alaska Airlines will fly you from Chicago to San Francisco and back. In addition to Alaska Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Frontier and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from ₹ 18,558 and ₹ 19,556, respectively. You may be able to fly from Chicago to San Francisco for 51% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Alaska Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at ₹ 8,239. Delta flights start at ₹ 9,820 while deals on Sun Country Air start at ₹ 12,733 one-way.

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

Before booking your flight to San Francisco from Chicago, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Iberia (91%), Aer Lingus (86%), Fiji Airways( 85%).

What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to San Francisco?

On average you can expect to pay ₹ 21,882 for a flight from Chicago to San Francisco. The cheapest flight overall is ₹ 13,638 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - San Francisco) is currently priced at ₹ 28,877.

What does ORD to SFO mean?

These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a ORD to SFO flight. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD).

Top 2 airlines flying from Chicago to San Francisco

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users travelling from Chicago to San Francisco choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest₹ 21,696Average₹ 38,846FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest₹ 25,166Average₹ 40,623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Hourly flight availability from Chicago to San Francisco

See what time of day planes typically take off from Chicago to San Francisco
5%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
38%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
46%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
11%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
Midnight
6 AM
Noon
6 PM

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to San Francisco

See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Chicago to San Francisco
Monday67daily flights
Tuesday59daily flights
Wednesday58daily flights
Thursday58daily flights
Friday61daily flights
Saturday48daily flights
Sunday56daily flights
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