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$100+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to Chicago (CHI)

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 8/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CHI
Aug 7 — Aug 141
Thu 8/7
Thu 8/14
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Salinas to Chicago are usually found in February or January, booked 34 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Chicago

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas to Chicago flight deals. Data was last updated August 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$205
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$100
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$341
From Salinas to Chicago (CHI)
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 2, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sat 8/302:26 pmSFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 22mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/316:45 amORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/31$205
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/146:15 amSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 05mSouthwest
Tue 11/188:15 amMDW - SFO
Nonstop4h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 7/31$207
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/3110:30 amSFO - ORD
1 stop9h 00mSouthwest
Sat 9/66:15 amORD - SFO
1 stop9h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 7/31$208
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/316:10 amSFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 20mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 9/63:20 pmORD - SFO
1 stop9h 03mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/30$211
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/1510:26 amSFO - ORD
1 stop11h 33mAlaska Airlines
Tue 10/218:20 amORD - SFO
1 stop7h 41mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/31$216
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Fri 9/266:35 pmSFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 19mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/286:15 amORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$217
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Wed 9/177:10 amSFO - ORD
1 stop12h 18mFrontier
Sat 9/208:25 amORD - SFO
1 stop25h 50mFrontier
Deal found 8/1$234
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/611:30 pmSFO - MDW
1 stop11h 59mFrontier
Sat 8/169:12 pmMDW - SFO
1 stop15h 13mFrontier
Deal found 8/2$238
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Thu 9/1110:37 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop20h 22mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/166:20 amORD - SFO
1 stop9h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$244
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Fri 8/2212:40 amSFO - MDW
1 stop6h 11mDelta
Tue 9/301:08 pmMDW - SFO
1 stop6h 39mDelta
Deal found 7/31$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Mon 8/2512:35 amSFO - ORD
1 stop5h 49mDelta
Wed 9/311:15 amORD - SFO
1 stop9h 37mDelta
Deal found 7/31$257
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/46:18 pmSFO - RFD
2 stops18h 07mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/79:16 pmRFD - SFO
3 stops40h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$490

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Chicago that are best for you.

Fly from

Salinas

Fly to

Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Sat 8/30

2:26 pm-8:48 pm

Nonstop4h 22m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/31

6:45 am-9:15 am

Nonstop4h 30m

$205

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - MDW

SFOMDW

San Francisco

Tue 9/16

9:55 am-8:00 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Chicago Midway

Tue 9/23

3:50 pm-6:25 pm

Nonstop4h 35m

$207

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Sun 8/31

10:30 am-9:30 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/6

6:15 am-1:45 pm

1 stop9h 30m

$208

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Sun 8/31

6:10 am-12:30 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/6

3:20 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop9h 03m

$211

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Wed 10/15

10:26 am-11:59 pm

1 stop11h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/21

8:20 am-2:01 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$216

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Fri 9/26

6:35 pm-12:54 am

Nonstop4h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/28

6:15 am-8:56 am

Nonstop4h 41m

$217

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Wed 9/17

7:10 am-9:28 pm

1 stop12h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/20

8:25 am-8:15 am

1 stop25h 50m

$234

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - MDW

SFOMDW

San Francisco

Wed 8/6

11:30 pm-1:29 pm

1 stop11h 59m

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/16

9:12 pm-10:25 am

1 stop15h 13m

$238

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Thu 9/11

10:37 pm-8:59 pm

1 stop20h 22m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/16

6:20 am-1:44 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$244

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - MDW

SFOMDW

San Francisco

Fri 8/22

12:40 am-8:51 am

1 stop6h 11m

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/30

1:08 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$257

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Chicago

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Salinas to Chicago

How far ahead should I book a flight from Salinas to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Salinas to Chicago. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Salinas to Chicago, you should look to book at least 34 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 Salinas to Chicago?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Salinas to Chicago 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 S9N to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 2, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Salinas to Chicago as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Salinas to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Salinas to Chicago. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Salinas to Chicago 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 Salinas to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Salinas to Chicago. 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 August 2, 2025.

The most flights from S9N to CHI are scheduled on a Friday (90 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (55 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Salinas to Chicago?

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 August 2, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Salinas to Chicago to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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
4,246 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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
7,983 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,613 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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
8,904 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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 are the cheapest airlines to fly from Salinas to Chicago one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Southwest. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $100. Users have also found prices from $101 and $108 on American Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Salinas to Chicago?

    While some choose either San Francisco - Chicago Midway or San Francisco - Chicago Greater Rockford, San Francisco - Chicago O'Hare Intl is the most popular route from Salinas to Chicago.

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    Before booking your flight to Chicago from Salinas, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Fiji Airways (100%), Asiana Airlines (85%), Austrian Airlines( 81%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Salinas to Chicago?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Salinas to Chicago? While on average our users pay $1,096, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $98. The most popular route (San Francisco - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $188.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Salinas to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Salinas to Chicago 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 8 airlines flying from Salinas to Chicago

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Salinas to Chicago. 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 August 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$98Average$237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$101Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$108Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$128Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$133Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$138Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$185Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$197Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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