$161+ Cheap flights from San Jose, CA (SJC) 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 8/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — CHI
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to ChicagoExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 20, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 20, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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 8/132:12 pm
SJC
- ORD
1 stop13h 25m
Frontier
Sun 8/169:57 pm
ORD
- SJC
2 stops23h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 7/17![Frontier logo]()
$327
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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 9/206:10 am
SJC
- MDW
Nonstop4h 10m
Southwest
Mon 9/286:15 am
MDW
- SJC
1 stop6h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 7/16![Southwest logo]()
$328
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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.
Mon 8/108:23 pm
SJC
- ORD
1 stop7h 54m
Frontier
Tue 8/119:57 pm
ORD
- SJC
2 stops41h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 7/17![Frontier logo]()
$328
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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.
Fri 8/218:14 pm
SJC
- ORD
1 stop8h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/12:18 pm
ORD
- SJC
1 stop6h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$329
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 8/68:00 am
SJC
- ORD
1 stop19h 00m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 8/86:20 am
ORD
- SJC
1 stop19h 35m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/15![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$330
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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.
Mon 8/178:23 pm
SJC
- ORD
1 stop7h 54m
Frontier
Thu 8/207:05 am
ORD
- SJC
2 stops14h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 7/16![Frontier logo]()
$331
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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.
Thu 8/133:15 pm
SJC
- MDW
1 stop6h 30m
Southwest
Mon 8/1710:15 am
MDW
- SJC
Nonstop4h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 7/15![Southwest logo]()
$332
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 8/277:29 am
SJC
- ORD
1 stop9h 52m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 9/12:22 pm
ORD
- SJC
2 stops10h 34m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/15![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$332
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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.
Thu 10/15:15 pm
SJC
- MDW
1 stop5h 40m
Southwest
Sun 10/410:05 am
MDW
- SJC
1 stop7h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/15![Southwest logo]()
$333
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/147:13 am
SJC
- ORD
1 stop9h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 8/226:01 am
ORD
- SJC
1 stop6h 58m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$333
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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 10/152:24 pm
SJC
- RFD
2 stops19h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/189:33 pm
RFD
- SJC
1 stop17h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$334
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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.
Sun 8/2310:12 am
SJC
- ORD
1 stop7h 09m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 8/312:18 pm
ORD
- SJC
1 stop6h 51m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/16![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$334
Best flights from San Jose to ChicagoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Jose to Chicago that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated July 20, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Jose to Chicago that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated July 20, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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 10/152:24 pm
SJC
- RFD
2 stops19h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/189:33 pm
RFD
- SJC
1 stop17h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$334
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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.
Wed 9/166:30 am
SJC
- ORD
Nonstop4h 25m
United Airlines
Sat 9/191:30 pm
ORD
- SJC
1 stop9h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/15![United Airlines logo]()
$347
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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.
Sat 8/1511:00 pm
SJC
- MDW
Nonstop4h 00m
Southwest
Tue 8/188:30 pm
MDW
- SJC
Nonstop4h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 7/15![Southwest logo]()
$355
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2810:50 pm
SJC
- MDW
1 stop8h 59m
Delta
Tue 9/292:00 pm
MDW
- SJC
1 stop8h 41m
Delta
Deal found 7/19![Delta logo]()
$379
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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.
Fri 8/79:09 am
SJC
- ORD
1 stop7h 48m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 8/112:20 pm
ORD
- SJC
1 stop6h 51m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/17![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$418
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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 9/172:24 pm
SJC
- RFD
2 stops25h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/249:29 pm
RFD
- SJC
1 stop18h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$339
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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.
Sat 8/1511:00 pm
SJC
- MDW
Nonstop4h 00m
Southwest
Sat 8/221:15 pm
MDW
- SJC
Nonstop4h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 7/15![Southwest logo]()
$355
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/266:20 am
SJC
- ORD
Nonstop4h 25m
United Airlines
Wed 8/268:03 pm
ORD
- SJC
Nonstop4h 47m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/19![United Airlines logo]()
$359
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2111:00 pm
SJC
- MDW
Nonstop4h 00m
Southwest
Wed 9/233:30 pm
MDW
- SJC
1 stop7h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/19![Southwest logo]()
$365
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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 8/201:02 pm
SJC
- RFD
2 stops21h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/239:35 pm
RFD
- SJC
1 stop17h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$372
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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 9/42:10 pm
SJC
- ORD
Nonstop4h 25m
United Airlines
Wed 9/98:03 pm
ORD
- SJC
Nonstop4h 47m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/17![United Airlines logo]()
$383
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/156:05 pm
SJC
- MDW
1 stop8h 25m
Southwest
Wed 8/198:30 pm
MDW
- SJC
Nonstop4h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 7/19![Southwest logo]()
$369
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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.
Sat 8/82:12 pm
SJC
- RFD
1 stop20h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/149:24 pm
RFD
- SJC
2 stops17h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$386
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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.
Thu 9/1711:36 am
SJC
- ORD
2 stops10h 21m
Delta
Mon 9/217:40 pm
ORD
- SJC
1 stop6h 00m
Delta
Deal found 7/15![Delta logo]()
$491
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/225:15 pm
SJC
- MDW
1 stop5h 40m
Southwest
Mon 10/266:15 pm
MDW
- SJC
1 stop6h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 7/19![Southwest logo]()
$374
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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.
Wed 9/212:51 pm
SJC
- ORD
1 stop7h 09m
United Airlines
Tue 9/88:03 pm
ORD
- SJC
Nonstop4h 47m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/17![United Airlines logo]()
$430
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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.
Sat 8/811:00 pm
SJC
- MDW
Nonstop4h 00m
Southwest
Sun 8/96:10 am
MDW
- SJC
1 stop7h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/15![Southwest logo]()
$374
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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.
Wed 9/28:00 am
SJC
- MDW
2 stops7h 10m
Southwest
Tue 9/82:40 pm
MDW
- SJC
1 stop7h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 7/17![Southwest logo]()
$384
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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.
Sun 8/166:20 am
SJC
- ORD
Nonstop4h 25m
United Airlines
Wed 8/1912:45 pm
ORD
- SJC
1 stop6h 46m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/15![United Airlines logo]()
$472
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 8/149:45 am
SJC
- MDW
1 stop7h 15m
Southwest
Tue 8/1810:30 am
MDW
- SJC
2 stops7h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 7/15![Southwest logo]()
$387
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/286:20 am
SJC
- ORD
Nonstop4h 25m
United Airlines
Mon 8/319:00 am
ORD
- SJC
Nonstop4h 46m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/19![United Airlines logo]()
$483
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/276:30 am
SJC
- ORD
Nonstop4h 22m
United Airlines
Sat 10/34:20 pm
ORD
- SJC
1 stop6h 28m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/19![United Airlines logo]()
$493
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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 8/218:45 am
SJC
- ORD
1 stop8h 45m
United Airlines
Tue 9/19:00 am
ORD
- SJC
Nonstop4h 46m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/18![United Airlines logo]()
$493
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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.
Sat 11/212:03 pm
SJC
- RFD
1 stop19h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 11/281:32 pm
RFD
- SJC
1 stop21h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$662
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/242:10 pm
SJC
- ORD
Nonstop4h 25m
United Airlines
Fri 8/288:40 am
ORD
- SJC
1 stop6h 28m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/19![United Airlines logo]()
$493
Last-minute flights from San Jose to ChicagoDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Jose to Chicago. Data last updated July 20, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Jose to Chicago. Data last updated July 20, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 8/68:00 am
SJC
- ORD
1 stop19h 00m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 8/86:20 am
ORD
- SJC
1 stop19h 35m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/15![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$330
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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.
Mon 8/108:23 pm
SJC
- ORD
1 stop7h 54m
Frontier
Tue 8/119:57 pm
ORD
- SJC
2 stops41h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 7/17![Frontier logo]()
$328
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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.
Mon 8/108:23 pm
SJC
- ORD
1 stop7h 54m
Frontier
Wed 8/129:57 pm
ORD
- SJC
2 stops23h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 7/18![Frontier logo]()
$335
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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 8/132:12 pm
SJC
- ORD
1 stop13h 25m
Frontier
Sun 8/169:57 pm
ORD
- SJC
2 stops23h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 7/17![Frontier logo]()
$327
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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.
Thu 8/133:15 pm
SJC
- MDW
1 stop6h 30m
Southwest
Mon 8/1710:15 am
MDW
- SJC
Nonstop4h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 7/15![Southwest logo]()
$332
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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 8/1611:00 pm
SJC
- MDW
Nonstop4h 00m
Southwest
Mon 8/176:15 am
MDW
- SJC
1 stop6h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 7/17![Southwest logo]()
$328
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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.
Mon 8/178:23 pm
SJC
- ORD
1 stop7h 54m
Frontier
Thu 8/207:05 am
ORD
- SJC
2 stops14h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 7/16![Frontier logo]()
$331
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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.
Fri 8/218:14 pm
SJC
- ORD
1 stop8h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/12:18 pm
ORD
- SJC
1 stop6h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$329
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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.
Sun 8/238:29 am
SJC
- ORD
1 stop8h 52m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 9/12:18 pm
ORD
- SJC
1 stop6h 51m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/16![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$334
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 8/277:29 am
SJC
- ORD
1 stop9h 52m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 9/12:22 pm
ORD
- SJC
2 stops10h 34m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/15![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$332
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/288:29 am
SJC
- ORD
1 stop8h 52m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 10/277:00 am
ORD
- SJC
1 stop8h 18m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$333
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/3010:12 am
SJC
- ORD
1 stop7h 09m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 9/66:01 am
ORD
- SJC
1 stop6h 58m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/15![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$336
One-way flights from San Jose to ChicagoSearch for one-way flight options from San Jose to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 20, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Jose to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 20, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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.
Mon 8/178:23 pm
SJC
- RFD
3 stops39h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$161
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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.
Mon 9/149:03 pm
SJC
- MDW
2 stops22h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 7/16![Frontier logo]()
$162
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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.
Mon 8/172:12 pm
SJC
- ORD
2 stops21h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 7/17![Frontier logo]()
$162
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/159:03 pm
SJC
- MDW
2 stops22h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 7/19![Frontier logo]()
$163
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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.
Wed 9/169:03 pm
SJC
- ORD
2 stops30h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 7/17![Frontier logo]()
$163
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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.
Mon 8/108:23 pm
SJC
- ORD
1 stop7h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 7/17![Frontier logo]()
$164
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/108:12 pm
SJC
- ORD
1 stop15h 09m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/20![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$165
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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 8/278:14 pm
SJC
- MDW
2 stops22h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 7/17![Frontier logo]()
$167
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/179:10 am
SJC
- RFD
2 stops31h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$168
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 9/68:14 pm
SJC
- ORD
1 stop7h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 7/15![Frontier logo]()
$168
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/208:14 pm
SJC
- MDW
2 stops22h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 7/20![Frontier logo]()
$169
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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.
Wed 8/192:10 pm
SJC
- ORD
Nonstop4h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/15![United Airlines logo]()
$169
Find flight deals from San Jose to Chicago
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) 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 July 20, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $327 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $161 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $502 |
Good round-trip deal | $402 or less |
Good one-way deal | $219 or less |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose 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 July 20, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Chicago that are best for you.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San JoseChicago
SJC - RFD
SJCRFD
San Jose
Thu 10/15
2:24 pm-11:27 am
2 stops19h 03m
Chicago Greater Rockford
Sun 10/18
9:33 pm-1:29 pm
1 stop17h 56m
$334
San JoseChicago
SJC - RFD
SJCRFD
San Jose
Thu 9/17
2:24 pm-6:11 pm
2 stops25h 47m
Chicago Greater Rockford
Thu 9/24
9:29 pm-1:29 pm
1 stop18h 00m
$339
San JoseChicago
SJC - ORD
SJCORD
San Jose
Wed 9/16
6:30 am-12:55 pm
Nonstop4h 25m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 9/19
1:30 pm-8:54 pm
1 stop9h 24m
$347
Quickest round-trip
San JoseChicago
SJC - MDW
SJCMDW
San Jose
Sat 8/15
11:00 pm-5:00 am
Nonstop4h 00m
Chicago Midway
Tue 8/18
8:30 pm-11:00 pm
Nonstop4h 30m
$355
San JoseChicago
SJC - MDW
SJCMDW
San Jose
Sat 8/15
11:00 pm-5:00 am
Nonstop4h 00m
Chicago Midway
Sat 8/22
1:15 pm-3:45 pm
Nonstop4h 30m
$355
San JoseChicago
SJC - ORD
SJCORD
San Jose
Wed 8/26
6:20 am-12:45 pm
Nonstop4h 25m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 8/26
8:03 pm-10:50 pm
Nonstop4h 47m
$359
San JoseChicago
SJC - MDW
SJCMDW
San Jose
Mon 9/21
11:00 pm-5:00 am
Nonstop4h 00m
Chicago Midway
Wed 9/23
3:30 pm-8:50 pm
1 stop7h 20m
$365
San JoseChicago
SJC - MDW
SJCMDW
San Jose
Sat 8/15
6:05 pm-4:30 am
1 stop8h 25m
Chicago Midway
Wed 8/19
8:30 pm-11:00 pm
Nonstop4h 30m
$369
San JoseChicago
SJC - RFD
SJCRFD
San Jose
Thu 8/20
1:02 pm-12:23 pm
2 stops21h 21m
Chicago Greater Rockford
Sun 8/23
9:35 pm-1:22 pm
1 stop17h 47m
$372
San JoseChicago
SJC - MDW
SJCMDW
San Jose
Thu 10/22
5:15 pm-12:55 am
1 stop5h 40m
Chicago Midway
Mon 10/26
6:15 pm-10:40 pm
1 stop6h 25m
$374
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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 Jose to Chicago in July.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Jose, California-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Jose, California-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Jose, California-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Jose, California-Chicago 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 Jose, California-Chicago 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 Jose to Chicago
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from San Jose with our price prediction graph.
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SJC-ORD
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SJC-RFD
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SJC-CHI
SJC-ORD
SJC-MDW
SJC-RFD
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose, California to Chicago?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Chicago (average of $394). Flying from San Jose, California to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $577). 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 SJC to CHI?
Find hourly flight availability from San Jose 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 July 20, 2026.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Jose, California to Chicago in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 20% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.
Weekly flight availability from San Jose, California to Chicago
Explore weekly flight availability from San Jose 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 July 20, 2026.
The most flights from SJC to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Jose, California to Chicago?
How far ahead should I book a flight from San Jose, California to Chicago?
The best time to book flights from San Jose, California to Chicago is 67 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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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 July 20, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andDelta from San Jose 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.
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
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Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Jose 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 July 20, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$157 | Average$490 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$200 | Average$490 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$235 | Average$346 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$236 | Average$378 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$270 | Average$522 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$296 | Average$562 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |