$66+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to San Francisco Bay Area
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 6/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals. Data was last updated May 1, 2025.
Most accurate provider | CheapOair 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | CheapOair 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $136 (Cheapflightsfares) |
One-way from | $66 (FlightHub) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $297 |
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to San Francisco Bay AreaExplore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.
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This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to San Francisco Bay Area 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 May 1, 2025.
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Depart
Return
Price
ChicagoOakland
ORD - OAK
ORDOAK
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 6/3
11:50 am-8:14 pm
1 stop10h 24m
Oakland
Mon 6/9
9:09 pm-10:55 am
1 stop11h 46m
ChicagoOakland
ORD - OAK
ORDOAK
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 5/28
8:00 am-1:36 pm
1 stop7h 36m
Oakland
Sat 5/31
12:48 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop9h 11m
ChicagoSan Francisco
MDW - SFO
MDWSFO
Chicago Midway
Tue 6/24
5:15 am-9:25 am
1 stop6h 10m
San Francisco
Tue 7/1
7:45 pm-5:00 am
1 stop7h 15m
ChicagoSan Francisco
ORD - SFO
ORDSFO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 6/4
7:59 pm-10:49 pm
Nonstop4h 50m
San Francisco
Tue 6/10
12:33 pm-6:59 pm
Nonstop4h 26m
ChicagoSan Francisco
MDW - SFO
MDWSFO
Chicago Midway
Tue 5/20
10:34 am-10:33 pm
1 stop13h 59m
San Francisco
Sun 5/25
5:45 am-3:00 pm
1 stop7h 15m
ChicagoSan Francisco
ORD - SFO
ORDSFO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 5/30
7:59 pm-10:49 pm
Nonstop4h 50m
San Francisco
Fri 6/6
5:45 am-8:56 pm
1 stop13h 11m
ChicagoSan Francisco
ORD - SFO
ORDSFO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 5/17
4:15 pm-1:15 pm
1 stop23h 00m
San Francisco
Tue 5/27
8:45 pm-12:20 am
1 stop25h 35m
ChicagoSan Francisco
ORD - SFO
ORDSFO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 5/11
6:30 am-9:20 am
Nonstop4h 50m
San Francisco
Mon 5/12
12:10 am-6:30 am
Nonstop4h 20m
ChicagoSan Francisco
ORD - SFO
ORDSFO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 6/4
6:55 pm-11:20 pm
1 stop6h 25m
San Francisco
Sat 6/7
6:25 am-5:55 pm
1 stop9h 30m
ChicagoSan Francisco
ORD - SFO
ORDSFO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 6/5
7:59 pm-10:49 pm
Nonstop4h 50m
San Francisco
Tue 6/10
2:39 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop7h 20m
Best time to book a flight from Chicago to San Francisco Bay Area
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco Bay Area from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to San Francisco Bay Area
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to San Francisco Bay Area?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Chicago to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $384). 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 XIH?
Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Chicago to San Francisco Bay Area as you normally would.
Weekly flight availability from Chicago to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 May 1, 2025.
The most flights from CHI to zzXIH are scheduled on a Thursday (82 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (21 on average).
Rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area by month
Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco Bay Area when rainfall is around 0.0 in.
Temperature in San Francisco Bay Area by month
Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).
Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 San Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Chicago to San Francisco Bay Area by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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James,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
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James,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
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James,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
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LAX - SFO
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James,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Food
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James,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
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Top 8 airlines flying from Chicago to San Francisco Bay Area
Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 May 1, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$78 | Average$238 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$108 | Average$268 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time85% | |
| Cheapest$129 | Average$242 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$140 | Average$321 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$141 | Average$395 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$197 | Average$461 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$219 | Average$394 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$247 | Average$434 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |