Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Chicago (CHI) from $49

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 4/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SFO — CHI
Mar 24 — Mar 311

The best prices from San Francisco to Chicago are usually found in September or October, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Chicago (CHI). 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 19, 2024.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Round-trip from

$223

One-way from

$49
High demand for flights, 18% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 20% potential price drop
From San Francisco to Chicago (CHI)
One-way flight from San Francisco to Chicago (CHI)

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Chicago?

Users have found that leaving on a Monday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 6% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Chicago?

To save up to 54% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 36 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from San Francisco to Chicago from $358 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $447 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Chicago?

September is one of the best times of the year to fly to Chicago from San Francisco. Prices for September average $346 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $105. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June. Opting for a September flight can save you 21% on your journey compared to booking in June

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Chicago (SFO - CHI)?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Chicago is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 25% on airfare.

Cheap Alaska Airlines flights from San Francisco to Chicago

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Alaska Airlines for the route between San Francisco and Chicago. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest Alaska Airlines flights we've detected traveling from San Francisco to Chicago. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Wed 5/111:59 pmSFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 24mAlaska Airlines
Tue 5/75:55 pmORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 52mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/17$219
Wed 4/1011:59 pmSFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 21mAlaska Airlines
Wed 4/178:35 amORD - SFO
1 stop7h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/18$228
Mon 4/226:00 amSFO - ORD
1 stop21h 45mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/235:55 pmORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 52mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/18$230
Thu 4/1111:59 pmSFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 21mAlaska Airlines
Wed 4/175:55 pmORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 52mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/18$239
Wed 5/17:55 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop6h 50mAlaska Airlines
Thu 5/27:00 amORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 46mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/17$243
Thu 4/1811:59 pmSFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 24mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/236:00 amORD - SFO
1 stop7h 29mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/18$248
Tue 4/236:00 amSFO - ORD
1 stop15h 58mAlaska Airlines
Sun 4/287:00 amORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 46mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/18$250
Thu 3/289:55 amSFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 23mAlaska Airlines
Sun 4/77:00 amORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 59mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/17$569
Tue 3/269:55 amSFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 23mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/25:46 pmORD - SFO
1 stop7h 56mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/18$613
  • Alaska Airlines is one of the most popular airlines used for those traveling from San Francisco to Chicago. Flights on this route from Alaska Airlines typically cost $281.98 RT, a price that is 78% cheaper than the average San Francisco to Chicago flight. The cheapest flight found was $109 RT. San Francisco Airport is the most common San Francisco airport to take off from when flying to Chicago. Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is the most popular arrival airport in Chicago. When flying from San Francisco to Chicago, Alaska Airlines flights are 13% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Delta flights from San Francisco to Chicago

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between San Francisco and Chicago. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Delta flights we've found from San Francisco to Chicago. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Fri 4/2612:45 amSFO - ORD
1 stop7h 40mDelta
Tue 4/306:20 amORD - SFO
1 stop8h 37mDelta
Deal found 3/17$236
Sat 4/1311:00 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop6h 40mDelta
Sat 4/206:20 amORD - SFO
1 stop8h 37mDelta
Deal found 3/18$238
Mon 3/2512:55 amSFO - MDW
1 stop7h 52mDelta
Fri 4/59:26 amMDW - SFO
1 stop7h 38mDelta
Deal found 3/17$621
Wed 3/2712:55 amSFO - ORD
1 stop6h 02mDelta
Tue 4/22:19 pmORD - SFO
1 stop9h 59mDelta
Deal found 3/18$623
Wed 3/2712:55 amSFO - ORD
1 stop6h 02mDelta
Sun 4/76:25 amORD - SFO
1 stop8h 42mDelta
Deal found 3/17$629
Sun 3/2412:55 amSFO - ORD
1 stop6h 02mDelta
Mon 4/15:55 pmORD - SFO
1 stop8h 58mDelta
Deal found 3/18$664
Mon 3/2512:55 amSFO - ORD
1 stop6h 02mDelta
Thu 3/286:25 amORD - SFO
1 stop7h 52mDelta
Deal found 3/18$703
Thu 3/2812:55 amSFO - ORD
1 stop6h 02mDelta
Tue 4/22:19 pmORD - SFO
1 stop9h 59mDelta
Deal found 3/18$748
  • One of the most popular airlines traveling from San Francisco to Chicago is Delta. Flights from Delta traveling this route typically cost $380.83 RT. This price is typically 62% cheaper than other airlines that offer San Francisco to Chicago flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $193. San Francisco Airport is the most common San Francisco airport to take off from when flying to Chicago. Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is the most popular arrival airport in Chicago. When flying from San Francisco to Chicago, Delta flights are 3% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap San Francisco to Chicago flights in March & April 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco to Chicago specifically for the months of March and April 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Prices were last updated on March 19, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Francisco to Chicago in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Wed 4/103:58 pmSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 11mFrontier
Tue 4/1612:29 pmMDW - SFO
Nonstop4h 39mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$98
Tue 4/163:58 pmSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 11mFrontier
Wed 4/1712:29 pmMDW - SFO
Nonstop4h 39mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$99
Sat 4/203:58 pmSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 11mFrontier
Tue 4/2312:29 pmMDW - SFO
Nonstop4h 39mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$100
Wed 4/173:58 pmSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 11mFrontier
Tue 4/2312:29 pmMDW - SFO
Nonstop4h 39mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$101
Tue 4/163:58 pmSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 11mFrontier
Tue 4/2312:29 pmMDW - SFO
Nonstop4h 39mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$107
Thu 4/113:58 pmSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 11mFrontier
Sat 4/1312:29 pmMDW - SFO
Nonstop4h 39mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$108
Mon 4/153:58 pmSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 11mFrontier
Tue 4/2312:29 pmMDW - SFO
Nonstop4h 39mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$110
Tue 4/303:58 pmSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 11mFrontier
Mon 5/612:29 pmMDW - SFO
Nonstop4h 39mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$112
Tue 4/303:58 pmSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 11mFrontier
Fri 5/312:29 pmMDW - SFO
Nonstop4h 39mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$116

San Francisco to Chicago 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Francisco and Chicago in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Francisco to Chicago in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Wed 4/103:58 pmSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 11mFrontier
Tue 4/1612:29 pmMDW - SFO
Nonstop4h 39mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$98
Tue 4/163:58 pmSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 11mFrontier
Wed 4/1712:29 pmMDW - SFO
Nonstop4h 39mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$99
Sat 4/203:58 pmSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 11mFrontier
Tue 4/2312:29 pmMDW - SFO
Nonstop4h 39mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$100
Wed 4/173:58 pmSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 11mFrontier
Tue 4/2312:29 pmMDW - SFO
Nonstop4h 39mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$101
Tue 4/163:58 pmSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 11mFrontier
Tue 4/2312:29 pmMDW - SFO
Nonstop4h 39mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$107
Thu 4/113:58 pmSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 11mFrontier
Sat 4/1312:29 pmMDW - SFO
Nonstop4h 39mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$108
Mon 4/153:58 pmSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 11mFrontier
Tue 4/2312:29 pmMDW - SFO
Nonstop4h 39mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$110
Tue 4/303:58 pmSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 11mFrontier
Mon 5/612:29 pmMDW - SFO
Nonstop4h 39mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$112
Tue 4/303:58 pmSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 11mFrontier
Fri 5/312:29 pmMDW - SFO
Nonstop4h 39mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$116

Non-stop flights to Chicago from San Francisco

Discover non-stop flight options from San Francisco to Chicago. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
For a shorter flight, select one of these non-stop flights from San Francisco to Chicago. Those looking to potentially save on 1 or 2-stop flights from San Francisco to Chicago should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Wed 4/103:58 pmSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 11mFrontier
Tue 4/1612:29 pmMDW - SFO
Nonstop4h 39mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$98
Tue 4/163:58 pmSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 11mFrontier
Wed 4/1712:29 pmMDW - SFO
Nonstop4h 39mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$99
Sat 4/203:58 pmSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 11mFrontier
Tue 4/2312:29 pmMDW - SFO
Nonstop4h 39mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$100
Wed 4/173:58 pmSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 11mFrontier
Tue 4/2312:29 pmMDW - SFO
Nonstop4h 39mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$101
Tue 4/163:58 pmSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 11mFrontier
Tue 4/2312:29 pmMDW - SFO
Nonstop4h 39mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$107
Thu 4/113:58 pmSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 11mFrontier
Sat 4/1312:29 pmMDW - SFO
Nonstop4h 39mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$108
Mon 4/153:58 pmSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 11mFrontier
Tue 4/2312:29 pmMDW - SFO
Nonstop4h 39mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$110
Tue 4/303:58 pmSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 11mFrontier
Mon 5/612:29 pmMDW - SFO
Nonstop4h 39mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$112
Tue 4/303:58 pmSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 11mFrontier
Fri 5/312:29 pmMDW - SFO
Nonstop4h 39mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$116

San Francisco to Chicago flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San Francisco to Chicago for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from San Francisco to Chicago should consider booking one of these fares. To prevent any unwanted surprises, users should verify their flight info before booking.
Mon 3/2512:47 amSFO - MDW
1 stop29h 37mFrontier
Mon 4/110:59 pmMDW - SFO
1 stop12h 34mFrontier
Deal found 3/16$180
Tue 3/264:48 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop6h 32mFrontier
Tue 4/211:05 pmORD - SFO
1 stop11h 55mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$182
Tue 3/264:48 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop6h 32mFrontier
Wed 4/310:20 amORD - SFO
1 stop7h 33mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$183
Mon 3/258:52 pmSFO - MDW
1 stop12h 35mFrontier
Sat 3/3010:59 pmMDW - SFO
1 stop12h 34mFrontier
Deal found 3/16$186
Tue 3/264:48 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop6h 32mFrontier
Sun 3/3111:05 pmORD - SFO
1 stop11h 55mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$187
Tue 3/264:48 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop6h 32mFrontier
Thu 3/2811:05 pmORD - SFO
1 stop12h 38mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$188
Mon 3/258:52 pmSFO - MDW
1 stop12h 35mFrontier
Sat 3/305:03 pmMDW - SFO
1 stop15h 43mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$189
Mon 3/258:52 pmSFO - MDW
1 stop12h 35mFrontier
Fri 3/2910:59 pmMDW - SFO
1 stop12h 34mFrontier
Deal found 3/16$192
Mon 3/258:52 pmSFO - MDW
1 stop12h 35mFrontier
Sat 3/3010:59 pmMDW - SFO
1 stop12h 34mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$195

One-way flights to Chicago from San Francisco

Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from San Francisco to Chicago. Those needing a return flight from San Francisco to Chicago can use the search form above.
Tue 4/163:58 pmSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 11mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$49
Sat 5/43:58 pmSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 11mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$50
Tue 4/163:58 pmSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 11mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$54
Mon 4/153:58 pmSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 11mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$59
Thu 4/113:58 pmSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 11mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$60
Fri 4/263:58 pmSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 11mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$61
Fri 4/193:58 pmSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 11mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$64
Tue 5/1412:58 amSFO - MDW
1 stop8h 40mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$65
Mon 4/1512:58 amSFO - MDW
1 stop8h 40mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$68

Find flights from San Francisco to Chicago within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.

Fly from

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$98 - $266

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Price

San FranciscoChicago Midway

SFO - MDW

SFOMDW

San Francisco

Wed 4/10

Nonstop4h 11m

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/16

Nonstop4h 39m

$98

San FranciscoChicago Midway

SFO - MDW

SFOMDW

San Francisco

Wed 4/10

Nonstop4h 11m

Chicago Midway

Sat 4/13

Nonstop4h 39m

$99

San FranciscoChicago Midway

SFO - MDW

SFOMDW

San Francisco

Sat 4/20

Nonstop4h 11m

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/23

Nonstop4h 39m

$100

San FranciscoChicago Midway

SFO - MDW

SFOMDW

San Francisco

Thu 4/11

Nonstop4h 11m

Chicago Midway

Sat 4/13

Nonstop4h 39m

$108

San FranciscoChicago Midway

SFO - MDW

SFOMDW

San Francisco

Fri 4/19

Nonstop4h 11m

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/23

Nonstop4h 39m

$110

San FranciscoChicago O'Hare Intl

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Mon 4/15

2 stops29h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/17

1 stop7h 31m

$139

San FranciscoChicago O'Hare Intl

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Wed 5/1

Nonstop4h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/7

Nonstop4h 52m

$219

San FranciscoChicago O'Hare Intl

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Fri 4/26

1 stop7h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/30

1 stop8h 37m

$236

San FranciscoChicago O'Hare Intl

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Wed 4/17

1 stop6h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/21

Nonstop4h 46m

$266

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 3/18

When is the best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Chicago. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Chicago is 76 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Chicago. Price data was last updated on March 17, 2024.
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Noon
Afternoon
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Chicago flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings 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.
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Average price of flights to Chicago by month

Plan your trip from San Francisco to Chicago by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from San Francisco to Chicago is currently $59 while a round-trip flight costs $153. Price data was last updated on March 10, 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from San Francisco to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $361). 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

$248

February

$245

March

$280

April

$288

May

$292

June

$361

July

$338

August

$276

September

$258

October

$248

November

$271

December

$248

Temperature and rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CHI

Temperature

23 - 73.4 °F

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 March 19, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from San Francisco to Chicago by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
9,147 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

We would prefer paper boarding pass. First time using baggage kiosks and found it confusing but should do better next time. Not much people contact in the terminal. The flight itself was good.

8.1
Very good
9,147 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,147 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

We would prefer paper boarding pass. First time using baggage kiosks and found it confusing but should do better next time. Not much people contact in the terminal. The flight itself was good.

8.1
Very good
11,551 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,147 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

We would prefer paper boarding pass. First time using baggage kiosks and found it confusing but should do better next time. Not much people contact in the terminal. The flight itself was good.

7.4
Good
11,602 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,147 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

We would prefer paper boarding pass. First time using baggage kiosks and found it confusing but should do better next time. Not much people contact in the terminal. The flight itself was good.

7.3
Good
15,312 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,147 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

We would prefer paper boarding pass. First time using baggage kiosks and found it confusing but should do better next time. Not much people contact in the terminal. The flight itself was good.

7.3
Good
704 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,147 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

We would prefer paper boarding pass. First time using baggage kiosks and found it confusing but should do better next time. Not much people contact in the terminal. The flight itself was good.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Chicago. 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 Francisco to Chicago?

    Located just 11.8 mi from the city center, San Francisco is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Chicago from San Francisco. Booking flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Chicago should be relatively easy as there are 57 daily outbound flights to Chicago from 7 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to Chicago for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Chicago for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $98, but on average you can expect to pay $121.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Chicago for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from San Francisco to Chicago under $100. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Chicago is less than $122.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Chicago for under $200?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from San Francisco to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from San Francisco to Chicago?

    Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from San Francisco to Chicago on average per day?

    Per day, 10 flights depart from San Francisco to Chicago on average.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 10% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 20% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 70% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Chicago?

    Departing from San Francisco to Chicago will take you 4h 11m. The distance from San Francisco to Chicago is about 1851 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco to Chicago round-trip?

    Frontier, at $98, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Chicago.. This flight start at 71% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco to Chicago?

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Chicago?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Chicago?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Francisco to Chicago on time: Royal Jordanian (93%), Aer Lingus (92%), Austrian Airlines (91%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Chicago?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $128. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $153 on average our data indicates $954 when flying from San Francisco to Chicago.

  • What does SFO to ORD mean?

    SFO stands for San Francisco Airport, while ORD stands for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

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Choose from the following airlines for your flight from San Francisco to Chicago. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on March 19, 2024.

Top 6 airlines flying from San Francisco to Chicago

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$69Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$109Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Spirit AirlinesCheapest$138Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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DeltaCheapest$155Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$193Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Find flights from San Francisco to Chicago, based on your preferred cabin class, be it economy, premium economy, business, or first class.

Hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Chicago

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 March 19, 2024.
8%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
30%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
33%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
29%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 March 19, 2024.
Sunday58daily flights
Monday63daily flights
Tuesday58daily flights
Wednesday55daily flights
Thursday58daily flights
Friday62daily flights
Saturday48daily flights

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