$147+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to Chicago (CHI)
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 7/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CHI
Jul 11 — Jul 181
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to ChicagoExplore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 11, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 11, 2026.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/1910:10 pm
SFO
- MDW
1 stop10h 57m
Frontier
Fri 7/246:05 am
MDW
- SFO
1 stop15h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 6/7![Frontier logo]()
$309
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/3011:40 pm
SFO
- MDW
Nonstop4h 10m
Southwest
Wed 9/98:30 pm
MDW
- SFO
Nonstop4h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/8![Southwest logo]()
$310
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/84:30 pm
SFO
- ORD
1 stop11h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/167:20 am
ORD
- SFO
1 stop7h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$310
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/3111:40 pm
SFO
- MDW
Nonstop4h 10m
Southwest
Tue 9/88:50 am
MDW
- SFO
2 stops9h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/11![Southwest logo]()
$312
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/66:25 pm
SFO
- ORD
2 stops12h 05m
Delta
Mon 8/105:57 pm
ORD
- SFO
1 stop7h 50m
Delta
Deal found 6/11![Delta logo]()
$312
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/2111:40 pm
SFO
- MDW
Nonstop4h 15m
Southwest
Fri 7/2411:50 am
MDW
- SFO
1 stop8h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 6/8![Southwest logo]()
$313
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/195:07 pm
SFO
- ORD
Nonstop4h 23m
American Airlines
Tue 8/258:49 am
ORD
- SFO
Nonstop4h 41m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/10![American Airlines logo]()
$313
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/77:25 pm
SFO
- MDW
1 stop8h 30m
Southwest
Tue 7/146:20 am
MDW
- SFO
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/8![Southwest logo]()
$314
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/291:55 pm
SFO
- ORD
1 stop7h 23m
Delta
Wed 7/227:40 pm
ORD
- SFO
1 stop6h 12m
Delta
Deal found 6/8![Delta logo]()
$314
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2110:00 am
SFO
- MDW
1 stop8h 05m
Southwest
Mon 8/245:00 pm
MDW
- SFO
2 stops7h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 6/8![Southwest logo]()
$315
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/1210:07 pm
SFO
- RFD
1 stop12h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/161:24 pm
RFD
- SFO
1 stop21h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$315
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/67:55 am
SFO
- ORD
1 stop9h 02m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 8/107:59 pm
ORD
- SFO
1 stop15h 53m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/8![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$315
Best flights from Salinas to ChicagoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Salinas to Chicago that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated June 11, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Salinas to Chicago that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated June 11, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/177:55 pm
SFO
- MDW
1 stop7h 45m
Southwest
Fri 8/212:50 pm
MDW
- SFO
2 stops7h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 6/9![Southwest logo]()
$315
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/67:12 pm
SFO
- RFD
1 stop15h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/92:09 pm
RFD
- SFO
1 stop20h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$317
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/102:30 pm
SFO
- ORD
1 stop6h 48m
Delta
Tue 7/145:55 pm
ORD
- SFO
1 stop8h 04m
Delta
Deal found 6/10![Delta logo]()
$323
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/183:10 pm
SFO
- ORD
Nonstop4h 28m
United Airlines
Tue 7/287:30 am
ORD
- SFO
Nonstop4h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/7![United Airlines logo]()
$335
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/103:49 pm
SFO
- ORD
2 stops11h 11m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 7/138:20 pm
ORD
- SFO
1 stop15h 00m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/7![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$433
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/66:35 am
SFO
- MDW
1 stop6h 00m
Southwest
Wed 9/96:50 am
MDW
- SFO
1 stop6h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 6/8![Southwest logo]()
$329
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/237:08 pm
SFO
- RFD
1 stop23h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/279:13 pm
RFD
- SFO
1 stop20h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$335
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/314:55 pm
SFO
- ORD
Nonstop4h 34m
United Airlines
Tue 11/35:09 pm
ORD
- SFO
Nonstop5h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/10![United Airlines logo]()
$336
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/57:35 am
SFO
- MDW
2 stops8h 50m
Southwest
Mon 9/75:30 am
MDW
- SFO
1 stop8h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 6/8![Southwest logo]()
$331
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/37:07 pm
SFO
- RFD
1 stop15h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/109:13 pm
RFD
- SFO
1 stop20h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$342
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/306:34 pm
SFO
- ORD
Nonstop4h 25m
United Airlines
Thu 7/28:50 am
ORD
- SFO
Nonstop4h 48m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/9![United Airlines logo]()
$366
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/315:35 am
SFO
- MDW
Nonstop4h 05m
Southwest
Tue 9/88:30 pm
MDW
- SFO
Nonstop4h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/11![Southwest logo]()
$333
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/217:04 pm
SFO
- RFD
1 stop22h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/261:14 pm
RFD
- SFO
1 stop21h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$344
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/3010:30 pm
SFO
- MDW
1 stop9h 00m
Southwest
Wed 9/910:30 am
MDW
- SFO
2 stops7h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/8![Southwest logo]()
$335
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/712:35 am
SFO
- ORD
Nonstop4h 21m
United Airlines
Sun 10/116:07 am
ORD
- SFO
Nonstop4h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/6![United Airlines logo]()
$371
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/247:08 pm
SFO
- RFD
1 stop15h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/261:14 pm
RFD
- SFO
1 stop21h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$358
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/48:59 pm
SFO
- ORD
2 stops9h 31m
Delta
Thu 8/67:44 pm
ORD
- SFO
1 stop6h 13m
Delta
Deal found 6/8![Delta logo]()
$479
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/291:21 pm
SFO
- ORD
1 stop8h 15m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 7/76:00 am
ORD
- SFO
2 stops10h 51m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/9![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$494
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/711:40 pm
SFO
- MDW
Nonstop4h 15m
Southwest
Tue 7/145:50 pm
MDW
- SFO
2 stops7h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/7![Southwest logo]()
$350
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/317:08 pm
SFO
- RFD
1 stop15h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/58:58 pm
RFD
- SFO
1 stop21h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/266:38 pm
SFO
- ORD
Nonstop4h 21m
United Airlines
Fri 8/286:00 am
ORD
- SFO
Nonstop4h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/8![United Airlines logo]()
$444
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/32:00 pm
SFO
- MDW
2 stops8h 35m
Southwest
Tue 7/75:05 am
MDW
- SFO
1 stop6h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 6/11![Southwest logo]()
$369
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/247:08 pm
SFO
- RFD
1 stop15h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/279:13 pm
RFD
- SFO
1 stop20h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$400
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/2010:38 pm
SFO
- ORD
Nonstop4h 23m
United Airlines
Mon 7/279:35 pm
ORD
- SFO
Nonstop4h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/8![United Airlines logo]()
$452
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/32:00 pm
SFO
- MDW
1 stop7h 25m
Southwest
Fri 7/106:25 pm
MDW
- SFO
2 stops8h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 6/7![Southwest logo]()
$378
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/3011:24 am
SFO
- RFD
1 stop7h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/92:09 pm
RFD
- SFO
2 stops27h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$400
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/116:00 am
SFO
- MDW
2 stops9h 10m
Southwest
Sun 8/165:35 pm
MDW
- SFO
2 stops8h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 6/11![Southwest logo]()
$379
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/37:07 pm
SFO
- RFD
1 stop15h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/69:13 pm
RFD
- SFO
1 stop20h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$403
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/13:10 pm
SFO
- ORD
Nonstop4h 28m
United Airlines
Sat 7/118:50 am
ORD
- SFO
Nonstop4h 48m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/10![United Airlines logo]()
$505
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/511:40 pm
SFO
- MDW
Nonstop4h 15m
Southwest
Sat 7/118:50 pm
MDW
- SFO
Nonstop4h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 6/6![Southwest logo]()
$380
Last-minute flights from Salinas to ChicagoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Salinas to Chicago. Data last updated June 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Salinas to Chicago. Data last updated June 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/2012:32 am
SFO
- ORD
1 stop9h 04m
Frontier
Sat 6/279:48 pm
ORD
- SFO
1 stop15h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 6/7![Frontier logo]()
$312
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/2012:32 am
SFO
- MDW
1 stop12h 43m
Frontier
Thu 7/212:27 pm
MDW
- SFO
1 stop8h 59m
Frontier
Deal found 6/7![Frontier logo]()
$315
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/2610:58 pm
SFO
- ORD
1 stop28h 09m
Frontier
Sat 7/117:15 am
ORD
- SFO
1 stop14h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 6/10![Frontier logo]()
$316
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/291:55 pm
SFO
- ORD
1 stop7h 23m
Delta
Wed 7/227:40 pm
ORD
- SFO
1 stop6h 12m
Delta
Deal found 6/8![Delta logo]()
$314
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/2910:10 pm
SFO
- MDW
1 stop11h 02m
Frontier
Sat 7/411:59 am
MDW
- SFO
1 stop9h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 6/10![Frontier logo]()
$317
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/77:25 pm
SFO
- MDW
1 stop8h 30m
Southwest
Tue 7/146:20 am
MDW
- SFO
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/8![Southwest logo]()
$314
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/84:30 pm
SFO
- ORD
1 stop11h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/167:20 am
ORD
- SFO
1 stop7h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$310
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/1011:40 pm
SFO
- MDW
Nonstop4h 15m
Southwest
Tue 7/146:20 am
MDW
- SFO
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/10![Southwest logo]()
$313
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/103:52 pm
SFO
- ORD
1 stop6h 59m
American Airlines
Tue 7/146:29 am
ORD
- SFO
Nonstop4h 36m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/11![American Airlines logo]()
$313
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/167:55 am
SFO
- ORD
1 stop9h 02m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 7/217:20 am
ORD
- SFO
1 stop7h 19m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/7![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$315
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/1910:10 pm
SFO
- MDW
1 stop10h 57m
Frontier
Fri 7/246:05 am
MDW
- SFO
1 stop15h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 6/7![Frontier logo]()
$309
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/229:00 pm
SFO
- RFD
1 stop13h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/298:49 pm
RFD
- SFO
1 stop21h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$316
One-way flights from Salinas to ChicagoSearch for one-way flight options from Salinas to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 11, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Salinas to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 11, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/177:08 pm
SFO
- RFD
1 stop15h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$147
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/29:39 pm
SFO
- ORD
1 stop21h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 6/9![Frontier logo]()
$147
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/147:04 pm
SFO
- RFD
1 stop22h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$148
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/166:04 pm
SFO
- ORD
1 stop24h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 6/11![Frontier logo]()
$148
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/79:00 pm
SFO
- ORD
1 stop6h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 6/8![Frontier logo]()
$149
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/246:30 am
SFO
- RFD
1 stop12h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$150
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/168:23 pm
SFO
- ORD
1 stop7h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 6/9![Frontier logo]()
$150
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/811:05 pm
SFO
- MDW
1 stop8h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 6/7![Frontier logo]()
$151
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/311:00 pm
SFO
- MDW
1 stop10h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 6/10![Frontier logo]()
$152
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/59:00 pm
SFO
- ORD
1 stop6h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 6/10![Frontier logo]()
$152
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/310:23 pm
SFO
- RFD
2 stops43h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$153
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/145:07 pm
SFO
- ORD
Nonstop4h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/9![American Airlines logo]()
$153
Find flight deals from Salinas to Chicago
Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas to Chicago flight deals. Data was last updated June 11, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $309 (Frontier) |
One-way from | $147 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | May |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $450 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 11, 2026.
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Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San FranciscoChicago
SFO - MDW
SFOMDW
San Francisco
Mon 8/17
7:55 pm-5:40 am
1 stop7h 45m
Chicago Midway
Fri 8/21
2:50 pm-8:35 pm
2 stops7h 45m
$315
San FranciscoChicago
SFO - RFD
SFORFD
San Francisco
Sun 9/6
7:12 pm-12:49 pm
1 stop15h 37m
Chicago Greater Rockford
Wed 9/9
2:09 pm-8:42 am
1 stop20h 33m
$317
San FranciscoChicago
SFO - ORD
SFOORD
San Francisco
Fri 7/10
2:30 pm-11:18 pm
1 stop6h 48m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 7/14
5:55 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop8h 04m
$323
San FranciscoChicago
SFO - MDW
SFOMDW
San Francisco
Sun 9/6
6:35 am-2:35 pm
1 stop6h 00m
Chicago Midway
Wed 9/9
6:50 am-11:05 am
1 stop6h 15m
$329
San FranciscoChicago
SFO - MDW
SFOMDW
San Francisco
Sat 9/5
7:35 am-6:25 pm
2 stops8h 50m
Chicago Midway
Mon 9/7
5:30 am-11:35 am
1 stop8h 05m
$331
Quickest round-trip
San FranciscoChicago
SFO - MDW
SFOMDW
San Francisco
Mon 8/31
5:35 am-11:40 am
Nonstop4h 05m
Chicago Midway
Tue 9/8
8:30 pm-11:05 pm
Nonstop4h 35m
$333
San FranciscoChicago
SFO - ORD
SFOORD
San Francisco
Sat 7/18
3:10 pm-9:38 pm
Nonstop4h 28m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 7/28
7:30 am-10:19 am
Nonstop4h 49m
$335
San FranciscoChicago
SFO - RFD
SFORFD
San Francisco
Thu 7/23
7:08 pm-8:23 pm
1 stop23h 15m
Chicago Greater Rockford
Mon 7/27
9:13 pm-4:11 pm
1 stop20h 58m
$335
San FranciscoChicago
SFO - MDW
SFOMDW
San Francisco
Sun 8/30
10:30 pm-9:30 am
1 stop9h 00m
Chicago Midway
Wed 9/9
10:30 am-4:00 pm
2 stops7h 30m
$335
San FranciscoChicago
SFO - ORD
SFOORD
San Francisco
Sat 10/31
4:55 pm-11:29 pm
Nonstop4h 34m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 11/3
5:09 pm-8:09 pm
Nonstop5h 00m
$336
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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Chicago
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Salinas to Chicago
S9N-CHI
SFO-RFD
SFO-ORD
SFO-MDW
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from S9N to CHI?
Find hourly flight availability from Salinas 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 June 11, 2026.
It’s optimal to fly from Salinas to Chicago in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 18% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.
Weekly flight availability from Salinas to Chicago
Explore weekly flight availability from Salinas 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 June 11, 2026.
The most flights from S9N to CHI are scheduled on a Wednesday (92 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (52 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Salinas to Chicago?
What is the cheapest day to fly from Salinas to Chicago?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Salinas to Chicago. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Salinas to Chicago flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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 June 11, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines,Southwest, andUnited Airlines from Salinas to Chicago to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentFranzi,Mar 2026
SFO - PDX
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentFranzi,Mar 2026
SFO - PDX
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentFranzi,Mar 2026
SFO - PDX
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentFranzi,Mar 2026
SFO - PDX
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentFranzi,Mar 2026
SFO - PDX
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentFranzi,Mar 2026
SFO - PDX
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Top 8 airlines flying from Salinas to Chicago
Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Salinas to Chicago. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 11, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$108 | Average$222 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time85% | |
| Cheapest$122 | Average$382 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$130 | Average$311 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$179 | Average$408 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$185 | Average$433 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$200 | Average$432 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$207 | Average$479 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$225 | Average$321 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% |