Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Nonstop flights can be found on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

On average, you can expect to see 68 flights from Chicago to San Francisco a day.
Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 7% of flight departures
Morning (6am - Noon) - 19% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 47% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 26% of flight departures

Question 3

How long is the flight from Chicago to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Departing from Chicago to San Francisco will take you 4h 29m. Chicago and San Francisco are separated by a distance of 1851 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

Question 4

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Chicago to San Francisco round-trip?

Accepted Answer

Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at $98. Users have found that Frontier is 71% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

$95 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Alaska Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $99 and $103, respectively.

Question 6

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Accepted Answer

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to San Francisco (average of $268). Flying from Chicago to San Francisco 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.

January

$274

February

$281

March

$330

April

$306

May

$310

June

$384

July

$368

August

$298

September

$268

October

$268

November

$287

December

$268

Question 7

When is the best time to book a flight from Chicago to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 56 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Question 8

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons 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.

Question 9

How recently were the Chicago to San Francisco flight deals updated?

Accepted Answer

The Chicago to San Francisco flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/26.

Question 10

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Chicago to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

When booking a flight from Chicago to San Francisco, you may want to consider flying on Undisclosed Carrier, American Airlines or Alaska Airlines as they are the most popular for this route.

Question 11

What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

While on average a flight from Chicago to San Francisco is generally $742, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $118. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $184 for that flight.

Question 12

What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Before booking your flight to San Francisco from Chicago, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Scandinavian Airlines (92%), Air China (84%), ANA( 80%).

Question 13

Can I find flights from Chicago to San Francisco for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are multiple flights from Chicago to San Francisco for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $98, but on average you can expect to pay $117.

Question 14

Are there nonstop flights from Chicago to San Francisco for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Accepted Answer

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Chicago to San Francisco under $100. A good price for a nonstop flight from Chicago to San Francisco is less than $124.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 16

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Chicago to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Flying to your destination on a Saturday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to San Francisco. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

Question 17

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 57 days in advance to save up to 40% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 57 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Chicago to San Francisco 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $354, or $517 for flights within the next 24 hours.

Question 18

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Flights from Chicago to San Francisco lean towards being more expensive in March. Prices are generally better when you fly from Chicago to San Francisco in September, with the cheapest ticket starting at $119.

Question 19

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to San Francisco (CHI - SFO)?

Accepted Answer

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to San Francisco in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 12% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

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 58 daily inbound flights from Chicago from 7 different airlines.

Question 21

Accepted Answer

One of the most popular airlines traveling from Chicago to San Francisco is Frontier. Flights from Frontier traveling this route typically cost $308.20 RT. This price is typically 32% cheaper than other airlines that offer Chicago to San Francisco flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $118. Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is the most common Chicago airport to take off from when flying to San Francisco. San Francisco Airport is the most popular arrival airport in San Francisco. When flying from Chicago to San Francisco, Frontier flights are 11% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Question 22

Accepted Answer

Alaska Airlines is one of the most popular airlines used for those traveling from Chicago to San Francisco. Flights on this route from Alaska Airlines typically cost $351.95 RT, a price that is 51% cheaper than the average Chicago to San Francisco flight. The cheapest flight found was $198 RT. Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is the most common Chicago airport to take off from when flying to San Francisco. San Francisco Airport is the most popular arrival airport in San Francisco. When flying from Chicago to San Francisco, Alaska Airlines flights are 3% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Question 23

What does ORD to SFO mean?

Accepted Answer

ORD and SFO are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. ORD to SFO refers to a flight route from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport. Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

Question 24

Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to San Francisco that include extra baggage allowance?

Accepted Answer

The amount of baggage you can bring on your Chicago 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.

Question 25

Can I find deals on flights from Chicago to San Francisco with specific airlines?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 26

Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 27

How can I find direct flights from Chicago to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 28

Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago 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.

Question 29

Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to San Francisco that allow pets onboard?

Accepted Answer

Many airlines flying from Chicago 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.

Question 30

Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Chicago to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Chicago 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.

Question 31

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Chicago to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

When you search for this flight from Chicago to San Francisco, Cheapflights searches on 900+ travel sites to save you time finding great flight deals online. Additionally, we offer filter features so you can choose a preferred cabin class or airline, see different price ranges, and much more so you can book the flight for you.

Question 32

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Chicago to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Millions of users choose and trust Cheapflights to book the best flight deals from Chicago to San Francisco for free. We help you search and compare prices from hundreds of airlines for the right flight just for you.

Question 33

Can Cheapflights find flights from Chicago to San Francisco with no change fees?

Accepted Answer

Certainly. Search results for flights to San Francisco from Chicago shown to you on Cheapflights can be narrowed down with different useful search filters, which includes flexible booking options.

Question 34

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Chicago to San Francisco become cheaper?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Cheapflights has a feature called Price Alert, which notifies users when flight prices change. Track prices for your flight to San Francisco from Chicago today and book when prices fit your budget.

Question 35

How long is the flight from Chicago to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Flights times from Chicago to San Francisco usually range from four hours and 15 minutes to four and a half hours. If you have a connection in another city, total travel time may be upwards of six hours.

Question 36

Which airlines operate flights from Chicago to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

American Airlines, United, Virgin America and Alaska Airlines all offer non-stop service from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, and you can find direct flights from Midway International Airport through Southwest Airlines.

Question 37

How frequent are flights between Chicago and San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Upwards of 20 direct flights to San Francisco leave from Chicago O'Hare per day, with planes departing every hour or so. From Midway, You can choose from around 3 flights leaving each day.

Question 38

Which airports serve Chicago and San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Chicago O'Hare International Airport is the largest and busiest airport in the Chicago metro area as well as a major U.S. travel hub, offering daily flights to San Francisco through multiple airlines. Chicago Midway International Airport is a smaller airport that also offers a few flights to the Bay Area, though you have a smaller selection of flight times and prices. When your plane lands in San Francisco, you find yourself in San Francisco International Airport, the area's major airport located a few miles south of the central city area.

Question 39

Which direct flight route between Chicago and San Francisco is cheapest?

Accepted Answer

Find the lowest prices on direct flights running from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. You can also occasionally snag a great deal taking off from Midway International Airport, so be sure to keep your options open while searching.

The moment you leave the Windy City behind and step onto the hilly streets San Francisco, the historic Bay Area instantly transports you to a world of cable cars and charming wharfs. Trade the trains of Chicago for the ferries and whale-watching bay cruises of this California city, and enjoy milder winter months with temperatures hovering in the 60's F. Before saying goodbye to the Golden Gate Bridge, don't forget to tour Alcatraz Island and enjoy the catch of the day at one of the bay-side seafood shacks.

The Golden Gate Bridge is just a short flight away, so what's stopping you? Try out our smart search engine to find great flight deals and start planning your San Francisco adventure.

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Frontier	Cheapest$82	Average$234	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%	Search Frontier flights
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$95	Average$196	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Alaska Airlines	Cheapest$118	Average$308	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Alaska Airlines flights
Delta	Cheapest$118	Average$351	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	Cheapest$158	Average$334	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	Cheapest$198	Average$352	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights

8%of flight departures	Early morningMidnight to 6 am
40%of flight departures	Morning6 am to noon
31%of flight departures	AfternoonNoon to 6 pm
21%of flight departures	Evening6 pm to midnight

Sunday	56daily flights
Monday	67daily flights
Tuesday	59daily flights
Wednesday	58daily flights
Thursday	58daily flights
Friday	61daily flights
Saturday	48daily flights

Popular in	March
Cheapest in	September
Round-trip from	$268
One-way from	$103

Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to San Francisco (SFO) from $95

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To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 56 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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Plan your trip from Chicago to San Francisco by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Chicago to San Francisco is currently $98 while a round-trip flight costs $170. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.

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