Cheap flights from Chicago to San Francisco (CHI - SFO)

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From Chicago to San Francisco

Are flight prices decreasing from Chicago to San Francisco due to COVID-19 (coronavirus)?

At this time, Cheapflights has noticed price decreases for many domestic flights due to COVID-19. Travel is not necessarily recommended at this time, and flights may be prone to cancellation: please check with local authorities in both Chicago and San Francisco for travel alerts, and be sure to review the airline's cancellation policy and travel advisories before booking. For more information, please view our post on what to know about COVID-19 (coronavirus) and travel.

What safety measures are being taken by airlines flying from Chicago to San Francisco to control the spread of COVID-19?

Alaska Airlines is one of the many airlines that have implemented additional safety measures to control the spread of COVID-19. Some of the new policies that have been implemented to accommodate travelers flying from Chicago to San Francisco are improved sanitation, HEPA filters, mask requirements, social distance seating (for a limited time), and pre-flight testing for antibodies and symptoms. Policies will vary by airline.

Which airlines flying from Chicago to San Francisco have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Some of our airline partners flying from Chicago to San Francisco have new flexible policies in place due to COVID-19. United Airlines, American Airlines, and Alaska Airlines are some of the carriers where you may find flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for airlines like United Airlines with this kind of flexibility.

What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Chicago?

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. Booking flights from Chicago to San Francisco (SFO) should be relatively easy as there are 45 daily inbound flights from Chicago from 9 different airlines.

Can I find flights from Chicago to San Francisco for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Chicago to San Francisco for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Alaska Airlines for just $122, but on average you can expect to pay $154.

Are there nonstop flights from Chicago to San Francisco for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Chicago to San Francisco under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Chicago to San Francisco is less than $169.

Are there last-minute flights available from Chicago to San Francisco for under $200?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Chicago to San Francisco within the next 7 days for less than $200.

What days are nonstop flights available from Chicago to San Francisco?

You can find nonstop flights on the following days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday.

How many flights depart from Chicago to San Francisco on average per day?

On average, you can expect to see 14 flights from Chicago to San Francisco a day.
Morning (6am - Noon) - 21% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 14% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 64% of flight departures

Is Chicago weather warmer or cooler than San Francisco?

We forecast the temperature to be around the 84 °F's in July, on average. The temperature in San Francisco is generally colder than in Chicago. Book flights in a timely manner in correlation to your departure date.

How long is the flight from Chicago to San Francisco?

Airlines like United Airlines and Alaska Airlines fly from Chicago to San Francisco in about 4h 31m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. Airlines will cover a distance of 1851 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to San Francisco round-trip?

Flying on Alaska Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at $122. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $163 and $177, respectively. Alaska Airlines is 55% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to San Francisco one-way?

For one-way options, check prices for Alaska Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $68. Users have also found prices from $82 and $106 on Alaska Airlines and Frontier, respectively.