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Cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco from ₹ 12,392

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 13/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — SFO
26 May — 2 Jun1
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 Saturday or Tuesday 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 26 April 2026.

Tue 12/516:50
ORD
-
SFO
1 stop8h 25m
Southwest
Sat 16/513:50
SFO
-
ORD
1 stop6h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 21/4₹ 24,691
Sat 30/509:00
ORD
-
SFO
1 stop10h 01m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 2/608:23
SFO
-
ORD
1 stop8h 40m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 25/4₹ 24,878
Fri 15/506:20
ORD
-
SFO
Nonstop4h 51m
United Airlines
Tue 19/505:30
SFO
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 21/4₹ 24,972
Thu 28/516:15
ORD
-
SFO
2 stops9h 55m
Southwest
Tue 2/610:30
SFO
-
ORD
2 stops10h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 22/4₹ 25,066
Sat 30/507:00
ORD
-
SFO
1 stop12h 15m
Southwest
Tue 2/610:05
SFO
-
ORD
2 stops10h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 24/4₹ 25,348
Sat 23/509:25
ORD
-
SFO
1 stop6h 50m
Delta
Wed 3/609:43
SFO
-
ORD
1 stop7h 07m
Delta
Deal found 24/4₹ 25,442
Wed 13/514:40
ORD
-
SFO
1 stop8h 15m
Southwest
Tue 19/507:20
SFO
-
ORD
2 stops9h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 21/4₹ 25,629
Wed 29/707:40
ORD
-
SFO
Nonstop4h 49m
United Airlines
Wed 12/818:34
SFO
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 23/4₹ 25,723
Thu 13/813:55
ORD
-
SFO
1 stop6h 40m
Delta
Sat 15/806:15
SFO
-
ORD
1 stop8h 33m
Delta
Deal found 21/4₹ 26,193
Fri 8/506:55
ORD
-
SFO
1 stop14h 39m
Frontier
Sat 9/506:00
SFO
-
ORD
1 stop12h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 21/4₹ 26,286
Fri 29/514:10
ORD
-
SFO
1 stop10h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 3/606:16
SFO
-
ORD
1 stop10h 34m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 23/4₹ 26,380
Thu 17/906:01
ORD
-
SFO
1 stop6h 52m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 3/1008:00
SFO
-
ORD
1 stop8h 55m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 22/4₹ 26,568

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 26 April 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 24,691

One-way from

₹ 12,392

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

₹ 40,556
Southwest
  • Southwest
  • 12/5-16/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 14h 55m total
  • Chicago to San Francisco
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Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 13/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 39m total
  • Chicago to San Francisco
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (₹ 57,299 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/7

06:30-11:35

1 stop7h 05m

San Francisco

Thu 9/7

22:55-07:59

1 stop7h 04m

₹ 28,727

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 23/5

07:00-14:15

1 stop9h 15m

San Francisco

Sat 13/6

14:30-23:18

1 stop6h 48m

₹ 30,042

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/6

21:33-00:30

Nonstop4h 57m

San Francisco

Mon 15/6

18:34-00:59

Nonstop4h 25m

₹ 30,229

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 21/5

07:00-14:15

1 stop9h 15m

San Francisco

Thu 28/5

05:55-16:49

1 stop8h 54m

₹ 30,605

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 22/5

14:10-22:23

1 stop10h 13m

San Francisco

Fri 29/5

06:16-18:50

1 stop10h 34m

₹ 31,262

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 20/5

07:45-15:20

2 stops9h 35m

San Francisco

Sun 24/5

10:10-23:55

2 stops11h 45m

₹ 33,421
Fastest return journey

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/8

07:40-10:26

Nonstop4h 46m

San Francisco

Sat 15/8

18:34-00:55

Nonstop4h 21m

₹ 34,172

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 21/5

16:15-00:10

2 stops9h 55m

San Francisco

Thu 28/5

07:25-18:50

1 stop9h 25m

₹ 35,299

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/9

07:40-10:26

Nonstop4h 46m

San Francisco

Sun 6/9

22:35-05:01

Nonstop4h 26m

₹ 35,674

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 23/5

06:15-17:25

2 stops13h 10m

San Francisco

Thu 28/5

13:15-23:55

2 stops8h 40m

₹ 36,144

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Best time to book a flight from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco

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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 ₹ 28,727). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco in April is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 41,589). 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 26 April 2026.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 27% 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 26 April 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
9,656 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

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
9,656 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,656 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

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
11,673 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,656 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
2,976 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,656 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

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 66 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?

    Delta, Southwest, and Alaska Airlines can get you from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco in just under 7h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 20m. 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 ₹ 6,759. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from ₹ 19,016, and American Airlines, from ₹ 20,324. Frontier is priced at 80% 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 (93%), Air China (91%), China Southern( 78%).

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

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  • How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco?

    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 ₹ 28,727). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco in April is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 41,589). 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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FrontierCheapest₹ 6,759Average₹ 19,997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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United AirlinesCheapest₹ 19,016Average₹ 37,173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest₹ 20,324Average₹ 36,550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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