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$91+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to O'Hare Intl (ORD)

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SAN — ORD
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to O'Hare Intl

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$172
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$91
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Average price

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Tue 7/87:31 pmSAN - ORD
1 stop8h 32mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/153:18 pmORD - SAN
1 stop9h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$172
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Thu 7/35:50 pmSAN - ORD
1 stop10h 22mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/91:39 pmORD - SAN
Nonstop4h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$174
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Tue 7/224:44 pmSAN - ORD
Nonstop4h 23mFrontier
Thu 7/311:39 pmORD - SAN
Nonstop4h 20mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$175
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Fri 8/2910:45 pmSAN - ORD
Nonstop4h 09mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/29:55 amORD - SAN
Nonstop4h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$186
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Wed 8/207:45 pmSAN - ORD
1 stop9h 18mAlaska Airlines
Tue 10/78:20 amORD - SAN
Nonstop5h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$219
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Tue 8/265:01 pmSAN - ORD
Nonstop4h 13mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/74:10 pmORD - SAN
Nonstop4h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$251
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Fri 8/291:20 pmSAN - ORD
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Tue 9/21:50 pmORD - SAN
1 stop9h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$256
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Fri 10/312:00 pmSAN - ORD
1 stop7h 53mDelta
Sun 11/25:00 amORD - SAN
1 stop8h 58mDelta
Deal found 6/12$257
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Sun 10/126:03 pmSAN - ORD
1 stop14h 36mSun Country Air
Thu 11/207:32 pmORD - SAN
1 stop23h 35mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/10$315

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport that are best for you.

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San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Tue 7/8

7:31 pm-6:03 am

1 stop8h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/15

3:18 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop9h 48m

$172

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Thu 7/3

5:50 pm-6:12 am

1 stop10h 22m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/9

1:39 pm-3:59 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

$174

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Tue 7/22

4:44 pm-11:07 pm

Nonstop4h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/31

1:39 pm-3:59 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

$175

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Fri 8/29

10:45 pm-4:54 am

Nonstop4h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/2

9:55 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

$186

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Mon 9/15

5:01 pm-11:14 pm

Nonstop4h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/17

1:30 pm-3:50 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

$211

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Wed 8/20

7:45 pm-7:03 am

1 stop9h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/4

10:00 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop5h 00m

$219

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Fri 8/29

1:20 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/2

1:50 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$256

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Fri 10/31

2:00 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop7h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/2

5:00 am-11:58 am

1 stop8h 58m

$257

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Sun 10/12

6:03 pm-10:39 am

1 stop14h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/20

7:32 pm-5:07 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$315

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Sat 8/2

6:15 am-6:44 pm

1 stop10h 29m

$91

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The best insider tips for San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport trip
Airports
SAN

Plan to arrive at SAN at least two hours early, especially during peak times, to avoid stress from traffic congestion.

Read more about SANby Blane Bachelor
ORD

For a quick city connection from ORD, consider taking the 'L' train, which efficiently links the airport to downtown Chicago.

Read more about ORDby Ramsey Qubein
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Ramsey Qubein

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on SAN

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to O'Hare Intl

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to O'Hare Intl from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 86 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 SAN to ORD?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 June 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 41% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to O'Hare Intl. 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 12, 2025.

The most flights from SAN to ORD are scheduled on a Tuesday (50 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (31 on average).

Rainfall in O'Hare Intl by month

Plan your trip to O'Hare Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in O'Hare Intl by month

Plan your trip to O'Hare Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from San Diego to Chicago have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl, you will be flying from San Diego. San Diego (SAN) is just 2.6 mi from the center of the city. San Diego is the only San Diego airport and it handles 44 outbound flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl per day. 6 airlines have flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl from San Diego on a regular basis.

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($172), Frontier ($175), and American Airlines ($186) offers the cheapest pricing from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 56% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $91 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $99 and United Airlines from $106 one-way.

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

    Consider Royal Jordanian (96%), Aer Lingus (96%) or Qatar Airways (94%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport? While on average our users pay $1,208, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $102. The most popular route (San Diego - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $118.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego 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 Diego to O'Hare Intl.

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 6 airlines flying from San Diego to O'Hare Intl

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$92Average$188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$109Average$177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$217Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$238Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$280Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$391Average$751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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