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When to book flights from San Francisco to Chicago
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.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Chicago?
As of January 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Chicago.
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.
What is the most popular plane model from San Francisco to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between San Francisco and Chicago, the leading plane model is Airbus A321neo, making up 16.74% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 777 with 16.71%, Boeing 757-300 with 14.96%, and Boeing 737-800 with 13.21%.
What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between San Francisco and Chicago, the leading airline is United Airlines, making up 39% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Frontier with 23%, American Airlines with 18%, and Alaska Airlines with 17%.
Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Chicago
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from San Francisco to Chicago with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PriceFrom $79 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.0 3,428 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $112 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 8,074 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $167 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 9,631 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $185 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,942 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $204 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $219 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.1 4,650 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $235 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 8,501 reviews |
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.
Why use momondo?
Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from San Francisco to Chicago?
momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and agents so you can find and book the best deal on flights from San Francisco to Chicago. Millions of users trust and use momondo every year so you are in good hands.
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?
If you are not ready to book a flight from San Francisco to Chicago now, use our insights above to find helpful tips or alternatively set up a price alert, where momondo will track prices on flights to Chicago and let you know when they change.