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$68+ Cheap flights from San Antonio (SAT) to O'Hare Intl (ORD)

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 2/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAT — ORD
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Wed 2/25
Wed 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Antonio to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 26, 2026.

This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/93:36 pm
SAT
-
ORD
1 stop7h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/128:41 pm
ORD
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SAT
1 stop12h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/24$205
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/1910:26 am
SAT
-
ORD
1 stop13h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/264:16 pm
ORD
-
SAT
1 stop27h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/23$206
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 2/131:57 pm
SAT
-
ORD
2 stops20h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/167:00 am
ORD
-
SAT
1 stop26h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$207
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/131:57 pm
SAT
-
ORD
1 stop25h 38m
Frontier
Tue 2/176:02 pm
ORD
-
SAT
2 stops23h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$208
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 3/15:04 pm
SAT
-
ORD
1 stop17h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/24:43 pm
ORD
-
SAT
1 stop16h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$211
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 2/205:04 pm
SAT
-
ORD
1 stop17h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 2/223:40 pm
ORD
-
SAT
1 stop17h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$212
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/198:25 pm
SAT
-
ORD
1 stop15h 33m
Frontier
Sun 2/225:05 am
ORD
-
SAT
1 stop11h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 1/25$215
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 3/206:45 am
SAT
-
ORD
1 stop18h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/238:41 pm
ORD
-
SAT
1 stop12h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/24$218
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 2/1910:26 am
SAT
-
ORD
1 stop10h 47m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 2/2012:44 pm
ORD
-
SAT
1 stop11h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/24$219
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/1210:26 am
SAT
-
ORD
1 stop10h 47m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 2/167:00 am
ORD
-
SAT
1 stop26h 30m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/26$220

Find flight deals from San Antonio to O'Hare Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Antonio (SAT) to O'Hare Intl (ORD). 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 January 26, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$205
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$68
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$399

Good round-trip deal

$430 or less

Good one-way deal

$236 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Antonio to O'Hare Intl 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 January 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Antonio to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport that are best for you.

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San AntonioChicago

SAT - ORD

SATORD

San Antonio

Wed 2/25

5:25 pm-8:24 pm

Nonstop2h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/28

2:02 pm-8:56 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$285

San AntonioChicago

SAT - ORD

SATORD

San Antonio

Wed 3/11

10:26 am-7:11 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/14

8:41 pm-9:32 am

1 stop12h 51m

$292

San AntonioChicago

SAT - ORD

SATORD

San Antonio

Fri 3/20

6:45 am-12:57 am

1 stop18h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/22

8:41 pm-9:32 am

1 stop12h 51m

$303

San AntonioChicago

SAT - ORD

SATORD

San Antonio

Mon 2/16

10:26 am-11:22 am

1 stop24h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/23

4:43 pm-9:30 am

1 stop16h 47m

$323

San AntonioChicago

SAT - ORD

SATORD

San Antonio

Sat 3/7

7:00 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/10

9:10 am-12:27 pm

Nonstop3h 17m

$332

San AntonioChicago

SAT - ORD

SATORD

San Antonio

Thu 5/7

5:45 am-1:15 pm

2 stops7h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/9

2:05 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops7h 25m

$344

San AntonioChicago

SAT - ORD

SATORD

San Antonio

Fri 4/24

5:10 am-12:41 pm

1 stop7h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/24

5:03 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$353

San AntonioChicago

SAT - ORD

SATORD

San Antonio

Thu 5/7

6:10 pm-9:15 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/12

9:46 am-2:21 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$355

San AntonioChicago

SAT - ORD

SATORD

San Antonio

Thu 6/18

7:34 pm-12:45 am

1 stop5h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/22

8:05 pm-11:04 pm

Nonstop2h 59m

$355

San AntonioChicago

SAT - ORD

SATORD

San Antonio

Mon 3/30

5:21 pm-8:22 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/2

1:39 pm-4:50 pm

Nonstop3h 11m

$361

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Antonio to O'Hare Intl in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Antonio-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Antonio-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Antonio-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Antonio-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Antonio-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Antonio to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Antonio to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Antonio to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from San Antonio to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 7 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Antonio to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Antonio to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $56). Flying from San Antonio to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $147). 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 SAT to ORD?

Find hourly flight availability from San Antonio to O'Hare Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 26, 2026.

When flying from San Antonio to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 46% versus a flight at noon.

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Reviews of airlines servicing O'Hare Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to O'Hare Intl. 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 O'Hare Intl. Reviews last updated January 26, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, American Airlines, and Spirit Airlines from San Antonio to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,199 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,199 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,199 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,189 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,199 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,379 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,199 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,058 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,199 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Antonio to Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    If you book a flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl from San Antonio, you will be flying from San Antonio, which is the city’s only airport. San Antonio (SAT) is located 7.6 mi from the center of San Antonio. There are 17 flights from San Antonio to Chicago O'Hare Intl per day from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from San Antonio to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Departing from San Antonio to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport will take you 2h 59m. The distance from San Antonio to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is about 1042 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Antonio to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $97, Frontier will fly you from San Antonio to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Spirit Airlines and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $191 and $235, respectively. You may be able to fly from San Antonio to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport for 74% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Antonio to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Antonio to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are Frontier ($76), Spirit Airlines ($81), and United Airlines ($105).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Antonio to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Consider Republic Airways (86%), Iberia (86%) or Envoy Air (83%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Antonio to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Antonio to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,071 for a flight from San Antonio to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $134 while the most popular route, (San Antonio - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $155.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Antonio to O'Hare Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Antonio to O'Hare Intl.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Antonio to O'Hare Intl 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 San Antonio to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Antonio to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $56). Flying from San Antonio to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $147). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from San Antonio to O'Hare Intl

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Antonio to O'Hare Intl. 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 January 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$97Average$191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$191Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$235Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$260Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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