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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Chicago from $168

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 31/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CHI
25 Nov — 2 Dec1
1 adult

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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 150,872 searches. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

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San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Tue 7/1

16:00-23:59

1 stop5h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 14/1

14:39-19:11

1 stop6h 32m

$366

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Tue 18/2

10:46-16:58

Nonstop4h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 21/2

19:00-22:10

Nonstop5h 10m

$368

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Wed 11/12

06:00-14:38

1 stop6h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 18/12

17:25-23:27

1 stop8h 02m

$434

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Thu 24/4

18:05-18:39

1 stop22h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 27/4

18:50-17:07

1 stop24h 17m

$466

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Fri 17/1

05:30-16:45

2 stops9h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 20/1

16:20-23:45

1 stop9h 25m

$570

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Tue 31/12

00:59-07:26

Nonstop4h 27m

$168

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Tue 25/3

11:52-18:16

Nonstop4h 24m

$212

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Tue 31/12

00:10-09:24

1 stop7h 14m

$217

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Tue 24/12

23:59-09:03

1 stop7h 04m

$226

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Sat 18/1

07:50-19:40

2 stops9h 50m

$302

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Deals found on 20/11

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Cheap 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 20 November 2024.

Round-trip from

$366

One-way from

$168

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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 7/1-14/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 12h 31m total
  • San Francisco to Chicago
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 31/12
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 27m total
  • San Francisco to Chicago
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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 20 November 2024.

Tue 10/1216:00SFO - ORD
1 stop6h 22mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/1207:15ORD - SFO
1 stop6h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/11$366
Tue 31/1220:35SFO - ORD
1 stop6h 55mAlaska Airlines
Thu 9/118:55ORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 59mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 18/11$383
Wed 11/1206:00SFO - ORD
1 stop6h 38mDelta
Wed 18/1217:25ORD - SFO
1 stop8h 02mDelta
Deal found 20/11$434
Thu 26/1206:00SFO - ORD
1 stop11h 34mFrontier
Mon 30/1206:00ORD - SFO
1 stop20h 21mFrontier
Deal found 18/11$436
Fri 13/1219:45SFO - ORD
1 stop12h 15mSouthwest
Wed 18/1207:30ORD - SFO
2 stops9h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 20/11$536
Wed 18/1213:55SFO - ORD
1 stop18h 50mSun Country Air
Wed 25/1210:00ORD - SFO
1 stop14h 51mSun Country Air
Deal found 19/11$619

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 15 November 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 83 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 20 November 2024.

When flying from San Francisco to Chicago, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 20 November 2024.

The most flights from SFO to CHI are scheduled on a Tuesday (61 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (27 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 20 November 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from San Francisco to Chicago to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
5,015 reviews
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Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very Good
5,015 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
5,015 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,458 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
5,015 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,758 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
5,015 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

JetBlue
7.5
Good
3,396 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
5,015 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
5,015 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    If you book a flight to Chicago from San Francisco, you will be flying from San Francisco, which is the city’s only airport. San Francisco (SFO) is located 19.0 km from the centre of San Francisco. There are 42 flights from San Francisco to Chicago per day from 0 different airlines.

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

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($366), Alaska Airlines ($368), and Delta ($434) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Chicago. United Airlines is 35% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $168. However, be on the lookout for offers from Alaska Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Chicago for a low price.

  • 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: Asiana Airlines (96%), Iberia (92%), Air China (91%).

  • 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.

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