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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from $173

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 20/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — ORD
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to O'Hare Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to O'Hare Intl (ORD). 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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$344

One-way from

$173

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$700
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 31/12-23/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 34m total
  • San Francisco to Chicago
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 20/2
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 12m total
  • San Francisco to Chicago
High demand for flights, 9% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

Find flight deals from San Francisco to O'Hare Intl

Cheapest flights from San Francisco to O'Hare Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 December 2024.

Tue 31/1217:55SFO - ORD
1 stop9h 35mAlaska Airlines
Thu 23/118:55ORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 59mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 18/12$344
Wed 25/1214:05SFO - ORD
1 stop7h 51mDelta
Thu 23/112:15ORD - SFO
1 stop8h 00mDelta
Deal found 18/12$422
Wed 25/1223:35SFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 19mUnited Airlines
Wed 22/106:30ORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/12$438
Sun 29/1206:20SFO - ORD
2 stops9h 50mSouthwest
Sat 18/106:30ORD - SFO
2 stops10h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 18/12$765
Tue 24/1223:59SFO - ORD
1 stop7h 04mSun Country Air
Fri 27/1211:47ORD - SFO
1 stop7h 20mSun Country Air
Deal found 18/12$838

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

Customise your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to O'Hare Intl 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

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SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Tue 31/12

20:35-05:30

1 stop6h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 24/1

18:55-21:54

Nonstop4h 59m

$344

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Thu 23/1

11:33-23:44

1 stop10h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 30/1

07:45-16:31

2 stops10h 46m

$348

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Wed 26/2

13:46-20:03

Nonstop4h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 15/3

14:35-19:51

1 stop7h 16m

$370

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Wed 29/1

12:00-22:35

2 stops8h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/2

19:10-23:45

1 stop6h 35m

$398

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Sat 18/1

06:15-17:29

1 stop9h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 25/1

07:15-15:47

1 stop10h 32m

$406

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Thu 20/2

10:46-16:58

Nonstop4h 12m

$173

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Fri 31/1

11:08-19:33

1 stop6h 25m

$187

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Tue 31/12

00:10-09:24

1 stop7h 14m

$219

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Thu 20/2

05:55-18:10

2 stops10h 15m

$259

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Thu 26/12

18:07-10:45

1 stop14h 38m

$394

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to O'Hare Intl

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to O'Hare Intl including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from San Francisco to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 77 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to O'Hare Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 65% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in O'Hare Intl by month

Plan your trip to O'Hare Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport ranges from 43.0 - 125.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 125.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport when rainfall is around 43.0 mm.

Temperature in O'Hare Intl by month

Plan your trip to O'Hare Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -5.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing O'Hare Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to O'Hare Intl. 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 O'Hare Intl. Reviews last updated 19 December 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest from San Francisco to Chicago to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very Good
4,836 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.1
Very Good
4,836 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,836 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very Good
9,552 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,836 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very Good
8,604 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,836 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.4
Good
3,279 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,836 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.4
Good
9,048 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,836 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

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

    San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Intl. You should not have trouble finding flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl from San Francisco; the airport handles an average of 16 outbound flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 0 airlines have flights from the San Francisco airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl. It is only a 19.0 km journey to San Francisco (SFO) from San Francisco’s city centre.

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

    Flying on Alaska Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, with prices starting at $344. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $370 and $398, respectively. These flights start at 42% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Alaska Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $173. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport for a low price.

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

    Before booking your flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from San Francisco, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Iberia (90%), China Southern (89%), Asiana Airlines( 87%).

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

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

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

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

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

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

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