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

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CHI — SFO
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Salinas are usually found in September or February, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Salinas

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to Salinas flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$204
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$100
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$297
From Chicago (CHI) to Salinas
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Salinas
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 July 31, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/193:20 pmORD - SFO
1 stop10h 44mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 9/2411:30 amSFO - ORD
1 stop8h 37mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/30$204
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/63:19 pmORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 42mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/192:22 pmSFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$206
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/511:10 amMDW - SFO
Nonstop4h 35mSouthwest
Tue 9/910:45 amSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 7/29$207
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/237:00 amORD - SFO
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Sun 8/317:15 amSFO - ORD
1 stop8h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 7/31$208
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Fri 8/151:39 pmORD - SFO
1 stop8h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/208:00 amSFO - ORD
1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$215
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/257:18 amORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 46mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/2811:33 pmSFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$217
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/78:20 amORD - SFO
1 stop7h 41mAlaska Airlines
Wed 10/810:26 amSFO - ORD
1 stop11h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/30$220
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Sat 8/161:39 pmORD - SFO
1 stop8h 00mFrontier
Sat 8/2310:29 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop10h 10mFrontier
Deal found 7/29$234
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1211:39 amMDW - SFO
1 stop11h 08mFrontier
Wed 8/1311:30 pmSFO - MDW
1 stop11h 59mFrontier
Deal found 7/31$238
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/199:29 amMDW - SFO
1 stop6h 58mDelta
Sat 9/2012:45 amSFO - MDW
1 stop6h 04mDelta
Deal found 7/31$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/127:10 amORD - SFO
1 stop7h 35mDelta
Sun 9/2111:00 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop7h 05mDelta
Deal found 7/31$257

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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 July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Salinas that are best for you.

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Salinas

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Price

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/19

3:20 pm-12:04 am

1 stop10h 44m

San Francisco

Tue 9/30

2:42 pm-12:03 am

1 stop7h 21m

$204

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/6

3:19 pm-6:01 pm

Nonstop4h 42m

San Francisco

Fri 9/19

2:22 pm-8:40 pm

Nonstop4h 18m

$206

ChicagoSan Francisco

MDW - SFO

MDWSFO

Chicago Midway

Fri 9/5

11:10 am-1:45 pm

Nonstop4h 35m

San Francisco

Tue 9/9

10:45 am-4:55 pm

Nonstop4h 10m

$207

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/23

7:00 am-11:20 am

1 stop6h 20m

San Francisco

Sun 8/31

7:15 am-5:55 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$208

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/15

1:39 pm-7:39 pm

1 stop8h 00m

San Francisco

Wed 8/20

8:00 am-4:50 am

1 stop18h 50m

$215

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/25

7:18 am-10:04 am

Nonstop4h 46m

San Francisco

Sun 9/28

11:33 pm-5:55 am

Nonstop4h 22m

$217

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/7

8:20 am-2:01 pm

1 stop7h 41m

San Francisco

Wed 10/8

10:26 am-11:59 pm

1 stop11h 33m

$220

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/16

9:08 am-10:25 am

1 stop27h 17m

San Francisco

Sat 8/23

6:34 am-11:39 pm

1 stop15h 05m

$234

ChicagoSan Francisco

MDW - SFO

MDWSFO

Chicago Midway

Tue 8/12

11:39 am-8:47 pm

1 stop11h 08m

San Francisco

Wed 8/13

11:30 pm-1:29 pm

1 stop11h 59m

$238

ChicagoSan Francisco

MDW - SFO

MDWSFO

Chicago Midway

Fri 9/19

9:29 am-2:27 pm

1 stop6h 58m

San Francisco

Sat 9/20

12:45 am-8:49 am

1 stop6h 04m

$257

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Salinas

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

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 July 25, 2025.

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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from Chicago to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 July 31, 2025.

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

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 December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Salinas flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons 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 July 31, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to S9N are scheduled on a Thursday (97 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (47 on average).

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

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 July 31, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

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

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,611 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $100. Hawaiian Airlines flights start at $103 while deals on American Airlines start at $116 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Salinas?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago to Salinas consider choosing Austrian Airlines (85%), ANA (82%) or Brussels Airlines (80%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Salinas?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $97. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - San Francisco) can be booked for $197 on average our data indicates $1,249 when flying from Chicago to Salinas.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Salinas?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Salinas by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from Chicago to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from Chicago to Salinas

Discover the top 9 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$90Average$255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$108Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Sun Country AirCheapest$112Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$119Average$220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$128Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$138Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$187Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$197Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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