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$71+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to San Francisco (SFO)

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 10/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — SFO
Jul 30 — Aug 61
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The best prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl to San Francisco are usually found in September or February, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 25, 2024.

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$71
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Leaving on a Tuesday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 29% on the overall cost on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco?

To save on the cost of your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco, book at least 52 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 73% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $299 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $431.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in March. For low rates, September can be a great choice for travel to San Francisco. Flights to San Francisco from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in September are about $299 on average during September, but can be found for as low as $98.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ORD to SFO?

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 7% on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Cheap O'Hare Intl to San Francisco flights in July & August 2024

Find cheap flight options from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco specifically for the months of July and August 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Prices were last updated on July 25, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Chicago to San Francisco in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
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Fri 8/307:35 pmORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 43mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/310:40 pmSFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/24$179
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Fri 8/165:24 pmORD - SFO
1 stop25h 50mFrontier
Fri 8/237:43 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop25h 45mFrontier
Deal found 7/23$180
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Sun 8/253:24 pmORD - SFO
1 stop18h 18mFrontier
Mon 9/26:22 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop27h 56mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$184
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Thu 8/153:24 pmORD - SFO
1 stop18h 23mFrontier
Sun 8/187:43 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop12h 09mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$185
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Fri 8/305:24 pmORD - SFO
1 stop25h 50mFrontier
Tue 9/36:00 amSFO - ORD
1 stop28h 19mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$186
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Wed 8/78:27 pmORD - SFO
1 stop16h 37mFrontier
Wed 8/2110:05 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop24h 13mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$188
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Fri 8/167:42 pmORD - SFO
1 stop6h 17mFrontier
Mon 8/198:00 amSFO - ORD
1 stop12h 01mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$189
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Wed 8/78:27 pmORD - SFO
1 stop16h 37mFrontier
Sat 8/1010:24 amSFO - ORD
1 stop13h 38mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$192
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Tue 8/66:00 amORD - SFO
1 stop19h 58mFrontier
Tue 8/131:27 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop8h 51mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$193

O'Hare Intl to San Francisco 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between O'Hare Intl and San Francisco in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Chicago to San Francisco in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/245:24 pmORD - SFO
1 stop8h 35mFrontier
Sat 8/3110:05 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop24h 13mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$140
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 10/295:57 pmORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 44mAlaska Airlines
Sat 11/210:27 amSFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 21mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/24$141
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Sat 8/245:24 pmORD - SFO
1 stop8h 35mFrontier
Sat 8/317:12 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop15h 07mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$142
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Sat 8/245:24 pmORD - SFO
1 stop8h 35mFrontier
Sat 8/317:12 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop15h 07mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$144
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Sat 8/245:24 pmORD - SFO
1 stop8h 35mFrontier
Sat 8/317:12 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop15h 07mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$145
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Wed 8/2110:57 pmORD - SFO
1 stop17h 49mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/2810:52 amSFO - ORD
1 stop15h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$146
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Wed 10/308:17 pmORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/311:59 pmSFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/24$150
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Sat 8/245:24 pmORD - SFO
1 stop8h 35mFrontier
Sun 9/18:00 amSFO - ORD
1 stop10h 44mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$152
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Sat 8/245:24 pmORD - SFO
1 stop8h 35mFrontier
Sun 9/13:47 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop6h 31mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$153

O'Hare Intl to San Francisco flights leaving soon

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Book one of these great deals on flights from Chicago to San Francisco. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
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Tue 7/308:26 pmORD - SFO
1 stop27h 38mFrontier
Fri 8/910:24 amSFO - ORD
1 stop13h 35mFrontier
Deal found 7/23$212
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Sun 8/48:40 pmORD - SFO
1 stop26h 34mFrontier
Thu 8/156:00 amSFO - ORD
1 stop12h 47mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$218
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Thu 8/18:40 pmORD - SFO
2 stops18h 09mFrontier
Thu 8/151:47 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop8h 31mFrontier
Deal found 7/23$224
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Sun 8/48:40 pmORD - SFO
1 stop19h 35mFrontier
Tue 8/131:27 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop8h 51mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$226
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Sun 8/48:40 pmORD - SFO
1 stop19h 35mFrontier
Thu 8/151:47 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop8h 31mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$230
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Sun 8/48:40 pmORD - SFO
1 stop19h 35mFrontier
Mon 8/1210:14 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop24h 04mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$231
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Sun 8/48:40 pmORD - SFO
1 stop19h 35mFrontier
Mon 10/2111:43 amSFO - ORD
1 stop12h 09mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$235
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Sun 8/48:40 pmORD - SFO
1 stop19h 35mFrontier
Fri 8/910:24 amSFO - ORD
1 stop13h 35mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$238
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Sun 8/48:40 pmORD - SFO
1 stop19h 35mFrontier
Sun 8/188:00 amSFO - ORD
1 stop10h 44mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$240

One-way flights to San Francisco from O'Hare Intl

Search for one-way flight options from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Chicago to San Francisco. Those seeking round-trip flights from Chicago to San Francisco should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
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Tue 10/225:45 pmORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/24$71
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/221:24 pmORD - SFO
1 stop7h 18mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$78
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Thu 8/221:24 pmORD - SFO
1 stop7h 18mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$79
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Sat 9/711:45 amORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/24$80
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Sat 9/78:30 amORD - SFO
1 stop7h 26mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$82
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Sat 8/175:24 pmORD - SFO
1 stop8h 35mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$83
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Tue 8/205:24 pmORD - SFO
1 stop8h 35mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$84
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Wed 9/46:15 amORD - SFO
1 stop11h 37mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$85
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Tue 9/35:24 pmORD - SFO
1 stop24h 28mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$86

Find flights from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco 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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.

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Chicago O'Hare IntlSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/24

1 stop8h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 8/31

1 stop24h 13m

$140

Chicago O'Hare IntlSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/29

Nonstop4h 44m

San Francisco

Sat 11/2

Nonstop4h 21m

$141

Chicago O'Hare IntlSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/24

1 stop8h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 8/31

1 stop15h 07m

$144

Chicago O'Hare IntlSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/24

1 stop8h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 8/31

1 stop15h 07m

$145

Chicago O'Hare IntlSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/21

1 stop17h 49m

San Francisco

Wed 8/28

1 stop15h 58m

$146

Chicago O'Hare IntlSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/30

Nonstop4h 50m

San Francisco

Sun 11/3

Nonstop4h 13m

$150

Chicago O'Hare IntlSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/1

Nonstop4h 45m

San Francisco

Sun 11/3

Nonstop4h 13m

$159

Chicago O'Hare IntlSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/6

Nonstop4h 38m

San Francisco

Tue 9/10

1 stop6h 05m

$189

Chicago O'Hare IntlSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/25

1 stop7h 47m

San Francisco

Fri 9/27

1 stop8h 16m

$236

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on July 23, 2024.
The price you pay for your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 54 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on July 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Wednesday 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.
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Best time to book a flight from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from O'Hare Intl with our price prediction graph.
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Temperature and rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

SFO

Temperature

51.8 - 62.6 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, 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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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. Reviews last updated July 25, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to San Francisco, such as Delta, American Airlines and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

WestJet
7.4
Good
2,761 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    Located just 11.8 mi from the city center, San Francisco is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Francisco from Chicago O'Hare Intl. Booking flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl to San Francisco (SFO) should be relatively easy as there are 58 daily inbound flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl from 7 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $140, but on average you can expect to pay $154.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco is less than $187.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco for under $300?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco within the next 7 days for less than $300.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    Days when nonstop flights are available for this flight are: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco on average per day?

    63 flight departures from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco per day on average.
    Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 5% of flight departures
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 24% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 27% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 44% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    Departing from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco will take you 4h 44m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1851 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco round-trip?

    Currently priced at $140, Frontier will fly you from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Alaska Airlines and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $141 and $150, respectively. Users have found that Frontier is 58% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco are Alaska Airlines ($71), Frontier ($78), and American Airlines ($80).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    Consider Air China (82%), ANA (79%) or Air New Zealand (67%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $89. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - San Francisco) can be booked for $146 on average our data indicates $926 when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco.

  • What does ORD to SFO mean?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is ORD and San Francisco Airport is SFO. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your O'Hare Intl to San Francisco flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter O'Hare Intl to San Francisco flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on O'Hare Intl to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on O'Hare Intl to San Francisco flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco flight deals updated?

    The Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 7/25.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    Consider American Airlines, Alaska Airlines or Delta when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco (average of $268). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $382). 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 6 airlines flying from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco. 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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
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FrontierCheapest$85Average$205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$95Average$196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$109Average$286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$118Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$194Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
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Weekly flight availability from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco. 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 25, 2024.
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