Popular in | March |
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Cheapest in | September |
Round-trip from | $268 |
One-way from | $44 |
Flying to your destination on a Saturday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to San Francisco. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.
Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 57 days in advance to save up to 40% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 57 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Chicago to San Francisco 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $354, or $517 for flights within the next 24 hours.
Flights from Chicago to San Francisco lean towards being more expensive in March. Prices are generally better when you fly from Chicago to San Francisco in September, with the cheapest ticket starting at $119.
It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to San Francisco in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 12% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.
One of the most popular airlines traveling from Chicago to San Francisco is Frontier. Flights from Frontier traveling this route typically cost $308.20 RT. This price is typically 32% cheaper than other airlines that offer Chicago to San Francisco flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $118. Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is the most common Chicago airport to take off from when flying to San Francisco. San Francisco Airport is the most popular arrival airport in San Francisco. When flying from Chicago to San Francisco, Frontier flights are 11% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.
If you’re traveling from Chicago to San Francisco, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is American Airlines. Flights from American Airlines traveling this route typically cost $351.95 RT. This price is typically 59% more expensive than other airlines that offer Chicago to San Francisco flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $198. The most popular departure airport in Chicago when flying to San Francisco is Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. The most popular airport to fly into when visiting San Francisco is San Francisco Airport. When flying from Chicago to San Francisco, American Airlines flights are 3% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.
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$99 - $236
Route
Depart
Return
Price
Chicago MidwaySan Francisco
MDW - SFO
MDWSFO
Chicago Midway
Sat 5/18
Nonstop4h 29m
San Francisco
Sat 5/25
Nonstop4h 12m
Chicago MidwaySan Francisco
MDW - SFO
MDWSFO
Chicago Midway
Sat 8/24
Nonstop4h 38m
San Francisco
Sat 8/31
Nonstop4h 11m
Chicago MidwaySan Francisco
MDW - SFO
MDWSFO
Chicago Midway
Sat 5/25
Nonstop4h 29m
San Francisco
Sat 6/1
Nonstop4h 12m
Chicago O'Hare IntlSan Francisco
ORD - SFO
ORDSFO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 5/30
1 stop7h 29m
San Francisco
Wed 6/5
Nonstop4h 23m
Chicago O'Hare IntlSan Francisco
ORD - SFO
ORDSFO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 5/18
Nonstop4h 46m
San Francisco
Sat 5/25
Nonstop4h 13m
Chicago O'Hare IntlSan Francisco
ORD - SFO
ORDSFO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 6/12
Nonstop4h 37m
San Francisco
Sun 6/16
1 stop17h 07m
Chicago O'Hare IntlSan Francisco
ORD - SFO
ORDSFO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 5/21
1 stop9h 50m
San Francisco
Tue 5/28
Nonstop4h 17m
Chicago O'Hare IntlSan Francisco
ORD - SFO
ORDSFO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 6/6
1 stop15h 37m
San Francisco
Sun 6/9
1 stop17h 07m
Chicago O'Hare IntlSan Francisco
ORD - SFO
ORDSFO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 7/3
1 stop7h 59m
San Francisco
Tue 7/9
1 stop9h 36m
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to San Francisco (average of $268). Flying from Chicago to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $384). 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
$274
February
$281
March
$330
April
$306
May
$310
June
$384
July
$368
August
$298
September
$268
October
$268
November
$287
December
$268
SFO Temperature | 51.8 - 62.6 °F |
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The flight attendant on the flight was extremely unprofessional and obnoxious. He treated the entire plane as if we were on a seventh grade camping trip. He thought he was funny but was actually rude to us while we were on the ground waiting to continue to our final stop. It was like being stuck with a bad comedian for four solid hours. We flew from Chicago to Long Beach to Reno over 5 hours and they did not have any food other then graham crackers. Because of being delayed no one had time to get food in the airport between flights. Terrible experience and Southwest should look into this crew member.
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The flight attendant on the flight was extremely unprofessional and obnoxious. He treated the entire plane as if we were on a seventh grade camping trip. He thought he was funny but was actually rude to us while we were on the ground waiting to continue to our final stop. It was like being stuck with a bad comedian for four solid hours. We flew from Chicago to Long Beach to Reno over 5 hours and they did not have any food other then graham crackers. Because of being delayed no one had time to get food in the airport between flights. Terrible experience and Southwest should look into this crew member.
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The flight attendant on the flight was extremely unprofessional and obnoxious. He treated the entire plane as if we were on a seventh grade camping trip. He thought he was funny but was actually rude to us while we were on the ground waiting to continue to our final stop. It was like being stuck with a bad comedian for four solid hours. We flew from Chicago to Long Beach to Reno over 5 hours and they did not have any food other then graham crackers. Because of being delayed no one had time to get food in the airport between flights. Terrible experience and Southwest should look into this crew member.
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The flight attendant on the flight was extremely unprofessional and obnoxious. He treated the entire plane as if we were on a seventh grade camping trip. He thought he was funny but was actually rude to us while we were on the ground waiting to continue to our final stop. It was like being stuck with a bad comedian for four solid hours. We flew from Chicago to Long Beach to Reno over 5 hours and they did not have any food other then graham crackers. Because of being delayed no one had time to get food in the airport between flights. Terrible experience and Southwest should look into this crew member.
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Food
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Entertainment
Crew
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The flight attendant on the flight was extremely unprofessional and obnoxious. He treated the entire plane as if we were on a seventh grade camping trip. He thought he was funny but was actually rude to us while we were on the ground waiting to continue to our final stop. It was like being stuck with a bad comedian for four solid hours. We flew from Chicago to Long Beach to Reno over 5 hours and they did not have any food other then graham crackers. Because of being delayed no one had time to get food in the airport between flights. Terrible experience and Southwest should look into this crew member.
Overall
Boarding
Food
Comfort
Entertainment
Crew
Reviews
The flight attendant on the flight was extremely unprofessional and obnoxious. He treated the entire plane as if we were on a seventh grade camping trip. He thought he was funny but was actually rude to us while we were on the ground waiting to continue to our final stop. It was like being stuck with a bad comedian for four solid hours. We flew from Chicago to Long Beach to Reno over 5 hours and they did not have any food other then graham crackers. Because of being delayed no one had time to get food in the airport between flights. Terrible experience and Southwest should look into this crew member.
Dozens of flights are waiting to carry you from the freeways and skyscrapers of Chicago to the fishing piers and historic neighborhoods of San Francisco. A major metropolis along the California coastline, the Bay Area is famous for its maritime atmosphere and architectural marvels such as the Ferry Building Marketplace and the Legion of Honor. Browse direct flights between these two major travel hubs to find a cheap flight to match your travel schedule.
The moment you leave the Windy City behind and step onto the hilly streets San Francisco, the historic Bay Area instantly transports you to a world of cable cars and charming wharfs. Trade the trains of Chicago for the ferries and whale-watching bay cruises of this California city, and enjoy milder winter months with temperatures hovering in the 60's F. Before saying goodbye to the Golden Gate Bridge, don't forget to tour Alcatraz Island and enjoy the catch of the day at one of the bay-side seafood shacks.
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7%of flight departures | Early morningMidnight to 6 am |
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40%of flight departures | Morning6 am to noon |
32%of flight departures | AfternoonNoon to 6 pm |
21%of flight departures | Evening6 pm to midnight |
Sunday | 56daily flights |
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Monday | 67daily flights |
Tuesday | 59daily flights |
Wednesday | 58daily flights |
Thursday | 58daily flights |
Friday | 61daily flights |
Saturday | 48daily flights |
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