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Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Chicago (CHI) from $107

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 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SJO — CHI
May 1 — May 81
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The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Chicago are usually found in August or September, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San José to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) 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 April 26, 2024.

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March

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August

Round-trip from

$222

One-way from

$112
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San José, San José Province to Chicago?

Leaving on a Tuesday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 21% on the overall cost on flights from San José, San José Province to Chicago.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Chicago?

To save on the cost of your flight from San José, San José Province to Chicago, book at least 17 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 18% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $408 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $676.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San José, San José Province to Chicago?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in March. For low rates, August can be a great choice for travel to Chicago. Flights to Chicago from San José, San José Province in August are about $499 on average during August, but can be found for as low as $269.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San José, San José Province to Chicago (SJO - CHI)?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San José, San José Province to Chicago is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 33% on airfare.

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from San José to Chicago

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Spirit Airlines for the route between San José and Chicago. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Spirit Airlines flights heading from San José to Chicago. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Tue 5/71:05 amSJO - ORD
1 stop15h 35mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/116:40 pmORD - SJO
1 stop17h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$179
Wed 5/229:36 amSJO - ORD
1 stop12h 53mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/295:41 pmORD - SJO
1 stop7h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$184
Tue 5/2112:59 amSJO - ORD
1 stop7h 56mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/295:41 pmORD - SJO
1 stop7h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$185
Wed 5/89:36 amSJO - ORD
1 stop12h 53mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/112:56 pmORD - SJO
1 stop18h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$190
Sat 5/189:36 amSJO - ORD
1 stop13h 56mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/286:40 pmORD - SJO
1 stop17h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/26$191
Sat 5/189:36 amSJO - ORD
1 stop13h 56mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/286:40 pmORD - SJO
1 stop17h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/26$192
Wed 5/221:42 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop9h 10mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/295:41 pmORD - SJO
1 stop7h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$194
Tue 5/2112:59 amSJO - ORD
1 stop7h 56mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/295:41 pmORD - SJO
1 stop7h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$196
Mon 5/2012:59 amSJO - ORD
1 stop15h 41mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/286:40 pmORD - SJO
1 stop17h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$198

Cheap Avianca flights from San José to Chicago

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Avianca for the route between San José and Chicago. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available Avianca flights departing from San José and landing in Chicago. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Fri 8/235:45 amSJO - ORD
1 stop7h 55mAvianca
Sun 8/254:00 pmORD - SJO
1 stop6h 45mAvianca
Deal found 4/24$335
Fri 8/235:45 amSJO - ORD
1 stop7h 55mAvianca
Sun 8/254:00 pmORD - SJO
2 stops17h 40mAvianca
Deal found 4/24$387
Wed 8/75:45 amSJO - ORD
1 stop7h 55mAvianca
Wed 8/144:00 pmORD - SJO
1 stop6h 45mAvianca
Deal found 4/25$401

Cheap San José to Chicago flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from San José to Chicago specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Prices were last updated on April 26, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from San José to Chicago in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 5/71:05 amSJO - ORD
1 stop15h 35mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/116:40 pmORD - SJO
1 stop17h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$179
Thu 5/29:21 amSJO - MDW
1 stop11h 06mFrontier
Wed 5/87:00 amMDW - SJO
1 stop26h 11mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$181
Wed 5/229:36 amSJO - ORD
1 stop12h 53mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/295:41 pmORD - SJO
1 stop7h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$184
Tue 5/2112:59 amSJO - ORD
1 stop7h 56mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/295:41 pmORD - SJO
1 stop7h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$185
Wed 5/89:36 amSJO - ORD
1 stop12h 53mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/112:56 pmORD - SJO
1 stop18h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$190
Sat 5/189:36 amSJO - ORD
1 stop13h 56mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/286:40 pmORD - SJO
1 stop17h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/26$191
Sat 5/189:36 amSJO - ORD
1 stop13h 56mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/286:40 pmORD - SJO
1 stop17h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/26$192
Wed 5/221:42 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop9h 10mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/295:41 pmORD - SJO
1 stop7h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$194
Tue 5/2112:59 amSJO - ORD
1 stop7h 56mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/295:41 pmORD - SJO
1 stop7h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$196

San José to Chicago 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San José and Chicago in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from San José to Chicago in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 5/71:05 amSJO - ORD
1 stop15h 35mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/116:40 pmORD - SJO
1 stop17h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$179
Thu 5/29:21 amSJO - MDW
1 stop11h 06mFrontier
Wed 5/87:00 amMDW - SJO
1 stop26h 11mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$181
Wed 5/229:36 amSJO - ORD
1 stop12h 53mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/295:41 pmORD - SJO
1 stop7h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$184
Tue 5/2112:59 amSJO - ORD
1 stop7h 56mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/295:41 pmORD - SJO
1 stop7h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$185
Wed 5/89:36 amSJO - ORD
1 stop12h 53mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/112:56 pmORD - SJO
1 stop18h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$190
Sat 5/189:36 amSJO - ORD
1 stop13h 56mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/286:40 pmORD - SJO
1 stop17h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/26$191
Sat 5/189:36 amSJO - ORD
1 stop13h 56mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/286:40 pmORD - SJO
1 stop17h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/26$192
Wed 5/221:42 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop9h 10mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/295:41 pmORD - SJO
1 stop7h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$194
Tue 5/2112:59 amSJO - ORD
1 stop7h 56mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/295:41 pmORD - SJO
1 stop7h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$196

Non-stop flights to Chicago from San José

Discover non-stop flight options from San José to Chicago. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Take a look at some of the direct flights traveling from San José to Chicago in the near future. If you're looking for other options for flights from San José to Chicago, make sure to update the search form at the top of page.
Wed 8/215:45 amSJO - ORD
Nonstop7h 55mAvianca
Sun 8/254:00 pmORD - SJO
Nonstop6h 45mAvianca
Deal found 4/25$540
Wed 8/145:45 amSJO - ORD
Nonstop7h 55mAvianca
Wed 8/214:00 pmORD - SJO
Nonstop6h 45mAvianca
Deal found 4/24$569
Wed 8/75:45 amSJO - ORD
Nonstop7h 55mAvianca
Wed 8/144:00 pmORD - SJO
Nonstop6h 45mAvianca
Deal found 4/25$606
Wed 7/175:45 amSJO - ORD
Nonstop7h 55mAvianca
Wed 7/244:00 pmORD - SJO
Nonstop6h 45mAvianca
Deal found 4/24$626
Fri 7/195:45 amSJO - ORD
Nonstop7h 55mAvianca
Sun 7/214:00 pmORD - SJO
Nonstop6h 45mAvianca
Deal found 4/24$685
Sat 7/201:00 pmSJO - ORD
Nonstop5h 28mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/277:41 amORD - SJO
Nonstop5h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$712
Fri 7/195:45 amSJO - ORD
Nonstop7h 55mAvianca
Sun 7/284:00 pmORD - SJO
Nonstop6h 45mAvianca
Deal found 4/24$722
Sun 6/95:45 amSJO - ORD
Nonstop7h 55mAvianca
Sun 6/304:00 pmORD - SJO
Nonstop6h 45mAvianca
Deal found 4/25$744
Fri 6/285:45 amSJO - ORD
Nonstop7h 55mAvianca
Fri 7/124:00 pmORD - SJO
Nonstop6h 45mAvianca
Deal found 4/25$766

San José to Chicago flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San José to Chicago for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from San José to Chicago. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
Thu 5/29:21 amSJO - MDW
1 stop11h 06mFrontier
Wed 5/87:00 amMDW - SJO
1 stop26h 11mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$181
Mon 5/612:51 amSJO - ORD
1 stop14h 54mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/145:41 pmORD - SJO
1 stop7h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$201
Mon 5/612:51 amSJO - ORD
1 stop15h 55mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/149:35 amORD - SJO
2 stops15h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$216
Mon 5/612:51 amSJO - ORD
2 stops18h 54mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/149:35 amORD - SJO
2 stops15h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$224
Wed 5/112:51 amSJO - ORD
1 stop14h 54mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/75:36 pmORD - SJO
1 stop16h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/24$228
Mon 5/612:51 amSJO - ORD
1 stop15h 55mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/117:07 pmORD - SJO
1 stop15h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/24$230
Wed 5/112:51 amSJO - ORD
1 stop14h 54mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/145:41 pmORD - SJO
1 stop7h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$252
Thu 5/212:32 pmSJO - ORD
2 stops11h 54mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/75:36 pmORD - SJO
1 stop16h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/24$253
Mon 5/612:51 amSJO - ORD
2 stops16h 52mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/149:57 amORD - SJO
3 stops14h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$260

One-way flights to Chicago from San José

Search for one-way flight options from San José to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from San José to Chicago, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Users in need of a round-trip flight from San José to Chicago instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Thu 5/29:21 amSJO - MDW
1 stop11h 06mFrontier
Deal found 4/24$107
Wed 5/89:36 amSJO - ORD
1 stop12h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/26$110
Thu 5/29:21 amSJO - MDW
1 stop11h 06mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$112
Tue 5/1412:59 amSJO - ORD
1 stop14h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/26$117
Wed 5/159:36 amSJO - ORD
1 stop12h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/26$119
Mon 5/2012:59 amSJO - ORD
1 stop15h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$123
Tue 5/219:36 amSJO - ORD
1 stop12h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$124
Fri 5/1012:32 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop27h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$126
Sat 5/119:36 amSJO - MDW
1 stop12h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$127

Find flights from San José to Chicago within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San José 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 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.

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San José Juan Santamaria IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/7

1 stop15h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/11

1 stop17h 52m

$179

San José Juan Santamaria IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/22

1 stop12h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/29

1 stop7h 23m

$184

San José Juan Santamaria IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/21

1 stop7h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/29

1 stop7h 23m

$185

San José Juan Santamaria IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/8

1 stop12h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/11

1 stop18h 50m

$190

San José Juan Santamaria IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/18

1 stop13h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/28

1 stop17h 52m

$191

San José Juan Santamaria IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/7

2 stops14h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/14

2 stops18h 54m

$226

San José Juan Santamaria IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/7

2 stops14h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/14

3 stops17h 56m

$253

San José Juan Santamaria IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 8/23

1 stop7h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/25

1 stop6h 45m

$335

San José Juan Santamaria IntlChicago Midway

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/18

1 stop10h 09m

Chicago Midway

Sat 7/20

1 stop27h 25m

$434

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Deals found on 4/25

When is the best time to book a flight from San José, San José Province to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Chicago. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
The price you pay for your flight from San José, San José Province to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 69 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from San José, San José Province to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San José to Chicago. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San José, San José Province to Chicago flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Chicago by month

Plan your trip from San José to Chicago by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from San José to Chicago is currently $118 while a round-trip flight costs $242. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from San José, San José Province to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $356). 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.

January

$248

February

$245

March

$280

April

$273

May

$282

June

$356

July

$336

August

$276

September

$258

October

$248

November

$270

December

$248

Temperature and rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CHI

Temperature

23 - 73.4 °F

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 April 26, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines, Avianca and United Airlines from San José to Chicago to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,115 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,115 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,115 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Delta
8.1
Very good
10,966 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,115 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Copa Airlines
8.0
Very good
2,866 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,115 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Aeromexico
7.7
Good
2,631 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,115 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Avianca
7.5
Good
3,910 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,115 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 8.8 mi from the city center, San José Juan Santamaria Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Chicago from San José. Booking flights from Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) to Chicago should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Chicago from 7 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from San José, San José Province to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San José, San José Province to Chicago for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $179, but on average you can expect to pay $200.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San José, San José Province to Chicago for under $600 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 13 direct flights from San José, San José Province to Chicago under $600. A good price for a nonstop flight from San José, San José Province to Chicago is less than $937.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San José, San José Province to Chicago for under $200?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from San José, San José Province to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from San José, San José Province to Chicago round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San José, San José Province to Chicago round-trip from $179. Spirit Airlines is 64% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San José, San José Province to Chicago?

    Before booking your flight from San José, San José Province to Chicago check out the most popular airlines for this route: American Airlines, Aeromexico or Avianca.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San José, San José Province to Chicago?

    On average you can expect to pay $559 for a flight from San José, San José Province to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $196 while the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $184.

  • What does SJO to ORD mean?

    Great question - SJO to ORD just means San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD).

  • Can I find deals for flights from San José to Chicago that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San José to Chicago flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San José to Chicago with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San José to Chicago flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San José to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San José to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San José to Chicago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San José to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San José to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San José to Chicago that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San José to Chicago offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San José to Chicago?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San José to Chicago flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San José, San José Province to Chicago flight deals updated?

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Copa AirlinesCheapest$404Average$612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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