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$169+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) 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 4/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — ORD
Mar 26 — Apr 21
Wed 3/26
Wed 4/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl are usually found in August or May, booked 25 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San José to O'Hare Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) 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 March 21, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$298
(eDestinos)

One-way from

$169
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$457

Good round-trip deal

$547 or less

Good one-way deal

$241 or less
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Cheapest flights from San José to O'Hare Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 21, 2025.

This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/1612:55 amSJO - ORD
1 stop16h 32mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/237:47 pmORD - SJO
1 stop16h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/20$298
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Tue 4/222:48 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop13h 54mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/281:40 amORD - SJO
1 stop13h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/19$321
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 7/241:40 amSJO - ORD
1 stop10h 35mAvianca
Wed 8/63:45 pmORD - SJO
1 stop8h 30mAvianca
Deal found 3/20$348
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/95:52 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop18h 50mCopa Airlines
Sat 7/123:07 pmORD - SJO
1 stop17h 28mCopa Airlines
Deal found 3/21$411
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Sat 3/222:47 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop8h 09mDelta
Wed 3/261:26 pmORD - SJO
2 stops8h 58mDelta
Deal found 3/20$435
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Thu 12/2512:35 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop9h 31mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/107:35 pmORD - SJO
1 stop10h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/20$438
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Sun 3/2312:05 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop11h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/299:45 amORD - SJO
2 stops9h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/20$454

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José 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 March 21, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport that are best for you.

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San JoséChicago

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/16

12:55 am-6:27 pm

1 stop16h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/23

7:47 pm-11:18 am

1 stop16h 31m

$298

San JoséChicago

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/22

2:48 pm-5:42 am

1 stop13h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/28

1:40 am-1:52 pm

1 stop13h 12m

$321

San JoséChicago

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/24

1:40 am-1:15 pm

1 stop10h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/6

3:45 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$348

San JoséChicago

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/9

5:52 pm-1:42 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/12

3:07 pm-7:35 am

1 stop17h 28m

$411

San JoséChicago

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/21

6:00 am-5:33 am

1 stop22h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/29

10:00 pm-10:11 am

1 stop13h 11m

$448

San JoséChicago

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/29

12:23 pm-12:20 am

1 stop10h 57m

$169

San JoséChicago

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/21

3:31 pm-11:05 am

1 stop18h 34m

$175

San JoséChicago

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/25

5:45 am-2:25 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$199

San JoséChicago

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/24

1:00 pm-7:34 pm

Nonstop5h 34m

$236

San JoséChicago

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 3/29

4:09 am-1:42 pm

1 stop8h 33m

$237

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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 José to O'Hare Intl in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 José, San José Province-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 José, San José Province-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José, San José Province-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 José, San José Province-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 José, San José Province-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on March 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San José, San José Province to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 25 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 José, San José Province to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from San José, San José Province to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 SJO to ORD?

Find hourly flight availability from San José 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 March 21, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San José, San José Province to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 40% on airfare.

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 March 21, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Copa Airlines and Aeromexico from San José to Chicago by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,759 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,759 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,759 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,400 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,759 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,702 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,759 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,605 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,759 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,759 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to O'Hare Intl. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San José to Chicago O'Hare Intl. You should not have trouble finding flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl from Juan Santamaria Intl; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights from the San José airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl. It is only a 8.8 mi journey to Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) from San José’s city center.

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $298, was found to be the cheapest airline from San José, San José Province to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Avianca and Copa Airlines. Spirit Airlines is priced at 37% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San José, San José Province to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are Spirit Airlines ($169), Avianca ($199), and United Airlines ($236).

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

    The cheapest flight price from San José, San José Province to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is $146. On average you can expect to pay $467. The most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $255.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from San José, San José Province to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 José to O'Hare Intl

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San José 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 March 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$202Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AviancaCheapest$290Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$326Average$568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$484Average$608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$521Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$550Average$664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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