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$102+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to San Francisco (SFO)

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ORD — SFO
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl to San Francisco are usually found in April or May, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco

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Round-trip from

$202
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$102
(FlightHub)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$328

Good round-trip deal

$254 or less

Good one-way deal

$147 or less
From Chicago O'Hare Intl to San Francisco
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($7 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/307:00 amORD - SFO
1 stop17h 33mFrontier
Tue 9/26:50 amSFO - ORD
1 stop12h 52mFrontier
Deal found 7/3$202
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/286:50 pmORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 43mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/211:08 pmSFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$207
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/237:00 amORD - SFO
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Sun 8/3112:40 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 7/1$208
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/127:00 amORD - SFO
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/143:42 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop11h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$212
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/87:18 pmORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 48mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 8/1111:55 amSFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 23mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/3$217
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/155:55 pmORD - SFO
1 stop8h 04mAlaska Airlines
Mon 8/188:00 amSFO - ORD
1 stop13h 39mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/3$236

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Fly to

San Francisco

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Return

Price

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/30

7:00 am-10:33 pm

1 stop17h 33m

San Francisco

Tue 9/2

6:50 am-9:42 pm

1 stop12h 52m

$202

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/28

6:50 pm-9:33 pm

Nonstop4h 43m

San Francisco

Tue 9/2

11:08 pm-5:24 am

Nonstop4h 16m

$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

12:40 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$208

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/12

7:00 am-11:25 pm

1 stop18h 25m

San Francisco

Thu 8/14

3:42 pm-4:50 am

1 stop11h 08m

$212

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/8

7:18 pm-10:06 pm

Nonstop4h 48m

San Francisco

Mon 8/11

11:55 am-6:18 pm

Nonstop4h 23m

$217

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/29

7:18 pm-10:06 pm

Nonstop4h 48m

San Francisco

Wed 8/6

3:05 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$227

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/30

7:20 am-10:30 pm

1 stop17h 10m

$102

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/14

8:20 am-2:01 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$108

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/7

6:30 am-9:09 am

Nonstop4h 39m

$109

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/16

8:30 am-11:11 am

Nonstop4h 41m

$110

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The best insider tips for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco flights

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco trip
Airlines
United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom, enhancing comfort for travelers seeking more space.


United's Polaris Lounges provide exclusive amenities like showers and dining for premium passengers.

Alaska Airlines

Alaska's Premium Class offers extra legroom and free cocktails, enhancing comfort on medium-haul flights.


Alaska's Wi-Fi is a flat fee, ideal for business travelers needing connectivity during flights.

Airports
ORD

For a quick snack before your flight, grab some Garrett Popcorn near gate B8, a Chicago favorite.

Read more about ORDby Ramsey Qubein
SFO

Use BART for an affordable ride from SFO to downtown San Francisco, taking about 40 minutes.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on United Airlines and SFO

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on Alaska Airlines

Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on ORD

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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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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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco

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 June 27, 2025.

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 53 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $360). 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 ORD to SFO?

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 3, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 18% on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 June 29, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings 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 O'Hare Intl Airport 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 3, 2025.

The most flights from ORD to SFO are scheduled on a Thursday (96 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (36 on average).

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 3, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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 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 56 daily inbound flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl from 7 different airlines.

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

    Currently priced at $202, 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 American Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $207 and $208, respectively. Users have found that Frontier is 35% 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 Frontier ($102), United Airlines ($109), and Southwest ($114).

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

    Consider ANA (87%), Alaska Airlines (86%) or Air China (86%) 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 $98. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - San Francisco) can be booked for $188 on average our data indicates $1,098 when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco.

  • 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.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $360). 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 7 airlines flying from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco

Discover the top 7 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$108Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
FrontierCheapest$124Average$204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$128Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$187Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$197Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$197Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$226Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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