$123+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Salinas, CA, CA
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 3/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — SFO
Mar 5 — Mar 121
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to SalinasExplore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Salinas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 3, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Salinas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 3, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/157:41 am
ORD
- SFO
2 stops11h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/199:33 pm
SFO
- ORD
1 stop7h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/31![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$242
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/189:28 am
ORD
- SFO
1 stop11h 46m
Frontier
Wed 3/256:00 am
SFO
- ORD
2 stops14h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1![Frontier logo]()
$243
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/236:00 am
MDW
- SFO
1 stop17h 39m
Frontier
Wed 2/2510:58 pm
SFO
- MDW
1 stop15h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1![Frontier logo]()
$244
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/85:15 pm
ORD
- SFO
2 stops16h 33m
Frontier
Mon 4/138:09 pm
SFO
- ORD
1 stop7h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1![Frontier logo]()
$244
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Sat 2/217:45 am
MDW
- SFO
1 stop7h 15m
Southwest
Sat 2/286:40 am
SFO
- MDW
1 stop5h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 1/31![Southwest logo]()
$245
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/75:15 am
ORD
- SFO
2 stops16h 55m
Frontier
Thu 4/169:33 pm
SFO
- ORD
1 stop7h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 1/31![Frontier logo]()
$245
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/115:30 am
ORD
- SFO
1 stop15h 44m
Frontier
Wed 4/155:49 pm
SFO
- ORD
1 stop10h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 1/31![Frontier logo]()
$246
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/189:05 pm
MDW
- SFO
Nonstop4h 40m
Southwest
Wed 3/252:25 pm
SFO
- MDW
1 stop7h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 2/1![Southwest logo]()
$247
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/66:30 pm
ORD
- SFO
1 stop7h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/910:38 pm
SFO
- ORD
2 stops16h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$247
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/1610:30 am
MDW
- SFO
2 stops10h 05m
Southwest
Wed 5/205:25 am
SFO
- MDW
Nonstop4h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 2/2![Southwest logo]()
$248
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 2/1011:51 am
ORD
- SFO
1 stop11h 48m
Frontier
Fri 2/2010:34 pm
SFO
- ORD
1 stop10h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 2/3![Frontier logo]()
$248
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/232:19 pm
MDW
- SFO
1 stop9h 20m
Frontier
Sat 2/288:58 am
SFO
- MDW
2 stops10h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2![Frontier logo]()
$249
Best flights from Chicago to SalinasDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Chicago to Salinas that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated February 3, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Chicago to Salinas that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated February 3, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/119:05 pm
MDW
- SFO
Nonstop4h 40m
Southwest
Wed 3/1810:55 pm
SFO
- MDW
1 stop8h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 2/1![Southwest logo]()
$247
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/256:25 am
ORD
- SFO
Nonstop5h 02m
United Airlines
Mon 3/211:59 pm
SFO
- ORD
Nonstop4h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2![United Airlines logo]()
$250
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/41:29 pm
MDW
- SFO
1 stop7h 07m
Delta
Mon 3/99:35 pm
SFO
- MDW
1 stop10h 21m
Delta
Deal found 2/1![Delta logo]()
$252
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/17:55 am
MDW
- SFO
Nonstop5h 00m
Southwest
Tue 3/105:40 am
SFO
- MDW
Nonstop4h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 2/2![Southwest logo]()
$250
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/301:23 pm
MDW
- SFO
1 stop7h 40m
Delta
Tue 5/512:06 pm
SFO
- MDW
1 stop8h 22m
Delta
Deal found 2/1![Delta logo]()
$252
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Wed 4/159:00 pm
MDW
- SFO
Nonstop4h 35m
Southwest
Fri 4/175:15 am
SFO
- MDW
Nonstop4h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 1/31![Southwest logo]()
$250
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/235:37 pm
ORD
- SFO
1 stop7h 48m
Delta
Tue 3/32:05 pm
SFO
- ORD
1 stop7h 51m
Delta
Deal found 2/2![Delta logo]()
$252
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Sun 3/156:17 am
ORD
- SFO
Nonstop5h 05m
United Airlines
Sat 3/216:44 pm
SFO
- ORD
Nonstop4h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/31![United Airlines logo]()
$282
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/167:10 pm
ORD
- SFO
1 stop6h 49m
Delta
Tue 3/175:50 am
SFO
- ORD
1 stop8h 53m
Delta
Deal found 2/1![Delta logo]()
$252
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Sat 4/186:00 am
MDW
- SFO
1 stop6h 25m
Southwest
Tue 4/282:50 pm
SFO
- MDW
1 stop6h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 1/31![Southwest logo]()
$254
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/1510:45 pm
ORD
- SFO
Nonstop4h 50m
United Airlines
Sun 5/1711:56 pm
SFO
- ORD
Nonstop4h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/1![United Airlines logo]()
$283
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Sun 3/15:37 pm
ORD
- SFO
1 stop7h 48m
Delta
Tue 3/310:00 pm
SFO
- ORD
1 stop8h 41m
Delta
Deal found 1/31![Delta logo]()
$252
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/66:17 am
ORD
- SFO
Nonstop5h 05m
United Airlines
Mon 3/166:44 pm
SFO
- ORD
Nonstop4h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2![United Airlines logo]()
$283
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/48:10 am
MDW
- SFO
1 stop7h 35m
Southwest
Sun 3/85:05 am
SFO
- MDW
Nonstop4h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 2/2![Southwest logo]()
$260
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/910:05 am
MDW
- SFO
1 stop8h 00m
Southwest
Wed 3/115:40 am
SFO
- MDW
Nonstop4h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 2/2![Southwest logo]()
$260
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/127:45 am
ORD
- SFO
Nonstop5h 10m
United Airlines
Sun 3/2211:59 pm
SFO
- ORD
Nonstop4h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2![United Airlines logo]()
$288
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/21:29 pm
MDW
- SFO
1 stop7h 07m
Delta
Mon 3/910:40 pm
SFO
- MDW
1 stop8h 13m
Delta
Deal found 2/2![Delta logo]()
$267
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/231:19 pm
ORD
- SFO
1 stop7h 00m
Delta
Mon 3/3010:40 pm
SFO
- ORD
1 stop8h 30m
Delta
Deal found 2/1![Delta logo]()
$267
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Wed 4/159:00 pm
MDW
- SFO
Nonstop4h 35m
Southwest
Mon 4/209:15 pm
SFO
- MDW
1 stop8h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 1/31![Southwest logo]()
$270
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 5/159:31 pm
ORD
- SFO
Nonstop4h 59m
United Airlines
Mon 5/2510:45 pm
SFO
- ORD
Nonstop4h 23m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/31![United Airlines logo]()
$298
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/49:40 pm
MDW
- SFO
Nonstop4h 40m
Southwest
Sun 4/1211:25 pm
SFO
- MDW
Nonstop4h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 2/1![Southwest logo]()
$270
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/299:00 pm
MDW
- SFO
Nonstop4h 35m
Southwest
Mon 5/46:20 am
SFO
- MDW
2 stops9h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 2/2![Southwest logo]()
$275
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/254:25 pm
ORD
- SFO
1 stop7h 25m
Southwest
Sat 2/285:00 am
SFO
- ORD
1 stop9h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 2/2![Southwest logo]()
$288
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Sat 3/143:05 pm
ORD
- SFO
2 stops10h 10m
Southwest
Wed 3/185:05 am
SFO
- ORD
1 stop7h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 1/31![Southwest logo]()
$289
Last-minute flights from Chicago to SalinasDiscover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Salinas. Data last updated February 3, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Salinas. Data last updated February 3, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 2/99:00 am
ORD
- SFO
1 stop10h 54m
Frontier
Tue 2/1710:55 pm
SFO
- ORD
1 stop9h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 2/3![Frontier logo]()
$246
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 2/1011:51 am
ORD
- SFO
1 stop11h 48m
Frontier
Fri 2/2010:34 pm
SFO
- ORD
1 stop10h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 2/3![Frontier logo]()
$248
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Sat 2/217:45 am
MDW
- SFO
1 stop7h 15m
Southwest
Sat 2/286:40 am
SFO
- MDW
1 stop5h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 1/31![Southwest logo]()
$245
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/232:19 pm
MDW
- SFO
1 stop9h 20m
Frontier
Sun 3/810:40 pm
SFO
- MDW
1 stop19h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1![Frontier logo]()
$244
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/232:19 pm
MDW
- SFO
1 stop9h 20m
Frontier
Sat 2/288:58 am
SFO
- MDW
2 stops10h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2![Frontier logo]()
$249
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/249:05 am
ORD
- SFO
2 stops11h 15m
Frontier
Tue 3/310:55 pm
SFO
- ORD
1 stop9h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1![Frontier logo]()
$249
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/288:15 am
MDW
- SFO
Nonstop5h 00m
Southwest
Sat 3/75:15 am
SFO
- MDW
Nonstop3h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 2/2![Southwest logo]()
$250
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/15:05 am
ORD
- SFO
1 stop18h 34m
Frontier
Sun 3/810:40 pm
SFO
- ORD
1 stop10h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1![Frontier logo]()
$244
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/66:30 pm
ORD
- SFO
1 stop7h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/910:38 pm
SFO
- ORD
2 stops16h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$247
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/189:28 am
ORD
- SFO
1 stop11h 46m
Frontier
Wed 3/256:00 am
SFO
- ORD
2 stops14h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1![Frontier logo]()
$243
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/189:05 pm
MDW
- SFO
Nonstop4h 40m
Southwest
Wed 3/252:25 pm
SFO
- MDW
1 stop7h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 2/1![Southwest logo]()
$247
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/2512:35 pm
ORD
- SFO
1 stop8h 02m
Frontier
Wed 4/156:00 am
SFO
- ORD
2 stops14h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1![Frontier logo]()
$245
One-way flights from Chicago to SalinasSearch for one-way flight options from Chicago to Salinas. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated February 3, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Salinas. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated February 3, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/55:16 pm
MDW
- SFO
2 stops50h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1![Frontier logo]()
$123
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/257:00 am
MDW
- SFO
2 stops19h 28m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1![Frontier logo]()
$124
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/288:05 am
ORD
- SFO
2 stops25h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1![Frontier logo]()
$124
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Fri 2/277:53 pm
MDW
- SFO
2 stops38h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 2/3![Frontier logo]()
$125
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/264:42 pm
ORD
- SFO
1 stop30h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1![Frontier logo]()
$125
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/146:20 pm
MDW
- SFO
1 stop6h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 2/1![Southwest logo]()
$126
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/178:55 pm
ORD
- SFO
2 stops26h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2![Frontier logo]()
$126
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/16:15 am
MDW
- SFO
1 stop13h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1![Frontier logo]()
$127
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/89:08 pm
ORD
- SFO
1 stop25h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1![Frontier logo]()
$127
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/286:25 am
MDW
- SFO
2 stops27h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2![Frontier logo]()
$128
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/148:45 pm
ORD
- SFO
Nonstop4h 59m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/2![American Airlines logo]()
$129
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Fri 4/174:09 pm
MDW
- SFO
1 stop8h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2![Frontier logo]()
$130
Find flight deals from Chicago to Salinas
Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to Salinas flight deals. Data was last updated February 3, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $242 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $123 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | July |
Average price | $315 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Salinas 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 February 3, 2026.
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
ChicagoSan Francisco
MDW - SFO
MDWSFO
Chicago Midway
Wed 3/11
9:05 pm-11:45 pm
Nonstop4h 40m
San Francisco
Wed 3/18
10:55 pm-9:20 am
1 stop8h 25m
$247
ChicagoSan Francisco
ORD - SFO
ORDSFO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 2/25
6:25 am-9:27 am
Nonstop5h 02m
San Francisco
Mon 3/2
11:59 pm-6:19 am
Nonstop4h 20m
$250
ChicagoSan Francisco
MDW - SFO
MDWSFO
Chicago Midway
Sun 3/1
7:55 am-10:55 am
Nonstop5h 00m
San Francisco
Tue 3/10
5:40 am-11:40 am
Nonstop4h 00m
$250
ChicagoSan Francisco
MDW - SFO
MDWSFO
Chicago Midway
Wed 4/15
9:00 pm-11:35 pm
Nonstop4h 35m
San Francisco
Fri 4/17
5:15 am-11:25 am
Nonstop4h 10m
$250
ChicagoSan Francisco
MDW - SFO
MDWSFO
Chicago Midway
Wed 3/4
1:29 pm-6:36 pm
1 stop7h 07m
San Francisco
Mon 3/9
9:35 pm-9:56 am
1 stop10h 21m
$252
ChicagoSan Francisco
MDW - SFO
MDWSFO
Chicago Midway
Thu 4/30
1:23 pm-7:03 pm
1 stop7h 40m
San Francisco
Tue 5/5
12:06 pm-10:28 pm
1 stop8h 22m
$252
ChicagoSan Francisco
ORD - SFO
ORDSFO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 2/23
5:37 pm-11:25 pm
1 stop7h 48m
San Francisco
Tue 3/3
2:05 pm-11:56 pm
1 stop7h 51m
$252
ChicagoSan Francisco
ORD - SFO
ORDSFO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 3/16
7:10 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop6h 49m
San Francisco
Tue 3/17
5:50 am-4:43 pm
1 stop8h 53m
$252
ChicagoSan Francisco
ORD - SFO
ORDSFO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 3/1
5:37 pm-11:25 pm
1 stop7h 48m
San Francisco
Tue 3/3
10:00 pm-8:41 am
1 stop8h 41m
$252
ChicagoSan Francisco
MDW - SFO
MDWSFO
Chicago Midway
Sat 4/18
6:00 am-10:25 am
1 stop6h 25m
San Francisco
Tue 4/28
2:50 pm-11:20 pm
1 stop6h 30m
$254
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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Salinas
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CHI-S9N
ORD-SFO
MDW-SFO
How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Salinas?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Salinas. Price data was last updated on January 30, 2026.
The best time to book flights from Chicago to Salinas is 83 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.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Salinas?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Salinas (average of $80). Flying from Chicago to Salinas in November is currently the most expensive (average of $207). 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 CHI to S9N?
Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Salinas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 3, 2026.
It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago to Salinas in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 23% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Salinas?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Salinas. Price data was last updated on January 31, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Salinas flight should consider departing on Tuesday 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 Chicago to Salinas
Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Salinas. 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 February 3, 2026.
The most flights from CHI to S9N are scheduled on a Friday (55 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (32 on average).
Reviews of airlines servicing Salinas
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salinas. 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 Salinas. Reviews last updated February 3, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and United Airlines from Chicago to Salinas have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Overall
8.0
Food
7.1
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2026
STS - LAX
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Overall
8.0
Food
7.1
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2026
STS - LAX
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Overall
8.0
Food
7.1
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2026
STS - LAX
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Overall
8.0
Food
7.1
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2026
STS - LAX
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Overall
8.0
Food
7.1
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2026
STS - LAX
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Overall
8.0
Food
7.1
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2026
STS - LAX
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Top 10 airlines flying from Chicago to Salinas
Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Salinas. 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 February 3, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$53 | Average$215 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$80 | Average$212 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$108 | Average$217 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time85% | |
| Cheapest$112 | Average$374 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time83% | |
| Cheapest$128 | Average$349 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$138 | Average$427 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$183 | Average$304 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$187 | Average$324 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$197 | Average$452 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$207 | Average$446 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |