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United Airlines flights from San Francisco to Chicago

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United Airlines
Feb 15
SFO11:55 pmSan Francisco
4h 18m
ORD6:13 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 19
ORD8:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 55m
SFO11:40 amSan Francisco
United Airlines
Apr 25
SFO10:46 pmSan Francisco
4h 22m
ORD5:08 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Apr 27
ORD6:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 50m
SFO9:20 amSan Francisco
United Airlines
Mar 13
SFO5:15 amSan Francisco
4h 23m
ORD11:38 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Mar 18
ORD6:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
5h 01m
SFO9:16 amSan Francisco

Frontier flights from San Francisco to Chicago

Our best Frontier deals on San Francisco to Chicago flight tickets
Frontier
Mar 12
SFO10:59 pmSan Francisco
28h 11m
1 stop
ORD5:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Apr 26
ORD3:31 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
25h 43m
1 stop
SFO3:14 pmSan Francisco
Frontier
Feb 22
SFO6:00 amSan Francisco
9h 25m
1 stop
ORD5:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 25
ORD10:56 amChicago O'Hare Intl
14h 19m
1 stop
SFO11:15 pmSan Francisco
Frontier
Feb 22
SFO6:00 amSan Francisco
9h 25m
1 stop
ORD5:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 25
ORD10:56 amChicago O'Hare Intl
14h 19m
1 stop
SFO11:15 pmSan Francisco

When to book flights from San Francisco to Chicago

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  • How far is San Francisco to Chicago by plane?

    A flight from San Francisco to Chicago will travel around 1852.8 mi. Typically, this will take 4h 05m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Chicago?

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Chicago are updated daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Chicago?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to Chicago.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chicago can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chicago. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Chicago

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FrontierPriceFrom $79Free CancellationRating
6.0
3,428 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $112Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,074 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $167Free CancellationRating
8.0
9,631 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $185Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,942 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $204Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $219Free CancellationRating
8.1
4,650 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $235Free CancellationRating
8.0
8,501 reviews
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  • Alaska Airlines Flights From San Francisco to Chicago

    The lowest priced Alaska Airlines flight from San Francisco to Chicago from the last 72 hours was $167. Generally, Alaska Airlines has 3 flights on this route every week with an average price of $316. Alaska Airlines is rated 8.0/10 by our users.

  • United Airlines Flights From San Francisco to Chicago

    United Airlines is also a popular choice for this route. United Airlines flight deals for San Francisco to Chicago start from as low as $185 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average United Airlines deals seen on momondo around $389. United Airlines operates 38 flights to Chicago from San Francisco in an average week. Users have rated it 7.4/10 across 8,942 reviews.


  • How do I get Price Alerts for flights from San Francisco to Chicago?

    Price Alerts will notify you by email when the price for flights to Chicago from San Francisco decreases. To activate this, select your desired travel dates and search for offers. While browsing through offers you’ll see the Price Alert widget toggle. Click it to turn on notifications.

  • How can I save money on flights from San Francisco to Chicago with momondo?

    By using tools like our “Price Calendar”, you can see the best day to fly round-trip for your travels. Our “Price Forecast” tool uses AI to predict whether you should purchase or hold off on booking for potentially cheaper prices. Explore shows you all flight options from a city or airport to build your own unique adventure. The Discover blog also provides valuable insights for saving money while booking your experience. After searching you can toggle on “Price Alerts” to track prices for your desired flight and book at the ideal moment.

  • How does momondo find its flight prices?

    We show prices from over 700+ competitors with a single click. With options from airlines and OTAs from across our 30 international markets, we are able to show you a diverse range of deals to create your adventure.


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Can I find flights from San Francisco to Chicago with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Chicago from San Francisco on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

How can momondo help me find flights from San Francisco to Chicago?

momondo provides multiple filters to help you find the best flight to Chicago from San Francisco. Filter by price, airline, airports, cabin, aircraft, payment method, number of stops and more.

I’m not ready to book a flight from San Francisco to Chicago right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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