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Cheap flights from Chicago to San Francisco from ₹ 5,436

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20:23 - 18:02ORD-SFO
23h 39m1 stop
06:05 - 14:11SFO-ORD
6h 06m1 stop
₹ 12,572Frontier
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Mon, 20 Jan - Mon, 27 Jan
19:00 - 22:10ORD-SFO
5h 10mdirect
10:46 - 16:58SFO-ORD
4h 12mdirect
₹ 16,734Alaska Airlines
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19:00 - 22:10ORD-SFO
5h 10mdirect
08:20 - 18:00SFO-ORD
7h 40m1 stop
₹ 17,499Alaska Airlines
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19:00 - 22:10ORD-SFO
5h 10mdirect
10:46 - 16:58SFO-ORD
4h 12mdirect
₹ 17,583Alaska Airlines
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20:25 - 23:13ORD-SFO
4h 48mdirect
06:38 - 14:55SFO-ORD
6h 17m1 stop
₹ 18,433United Airlines
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08:30 - 11:24ORD-SFO
4h 54mdirect
05:20 - 11:36SFO-ORD
4h 16mdirect
₹ 18,518American Airlines
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06:30 - 09:24ORD-SFO
4h 54mdirect
05:14 - 13:18SFO-ORD
6h 04m1 stop
₹ 19,282United Airlines
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5h 01mdirect
00:08 - 06:30SFO-ORD
4h 22mdirect
₹ 21,236United Airlines
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6h 50m1 stop
12:00 - 22:35SFO-ORD
8h 35m2 stops
₹ 21,321Southwest
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11h 05m2 stops
19:50 - 10:00SFO-ORD
12h 10m1 stop
₹ 22,170Southwest
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18:32 - 00:43ORD-SFO
8h 11m1 stop
₹ 5,436Frontier
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19:00 - 22:10ORD-SFO
5h 10mdirect
₹ 7,475Alaska Airlines
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19:00 - 22:10ORD-SFO
5h 10mdirect
₹ 8,409Alaska Airlines
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12:55 - 17:44ORD-SFO
6h 49m1 stop
₹ 9,174United Airlines
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06:15 - 09:16ORD-SFO
5h 01mdirect
₹ 10,618United Airlines
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14:25 - 22:32ORD-SFO
10h 07m1 stop
₹ 10,703Delta
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17:00 - 22:25ORD-SFO
7h 25m1 stop
₹ 10,873Delta
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13:45 - 22:15ORD-SFO
10h 30m2 stops
₹ 12,147Southwest
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15:10 - 22:50ORD-SFO
9h 40m1 stop
₹ 13,421Southwest
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06:00 - 08:09ORD-SFO
28h 09m1 stop
₹ 19,962Frontier
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18:56 - 21:59ORD-SFO
5h 03mdirect
20:35 - 05:30SFO-ORD
6h 55m1 stop
₹ 35,082Alaska Airlines
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14h 51m1 stop
23:59 - 17:38SFO-ORD
15h 39m1 stop
₹ 35,507Sun Country Air
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10h 05m2 stops
06:55 - 19:40SFO-ORD
10h 45m1 stop
₹ 36,271Southwest
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14:55 - 21:50ORD-SFO
8h 55m2 stops
07:50 - 18:30SFO-ORD
8h 40m2 stops
₹ 36,696Southwest
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14h 51m1 stop
23:59 - 10:57SFO-ORD
8h 58m1 stop
₹ 37,206Sun Country Air
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18:56 - 21:59ORD-SFO
5h 03mdirect
10:00 - 16:27SFO-ORD
4h 27mdirect
₹ 38,140Alaska Airlines
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06:20 - 13:47ORD-SFO
9h 27m1 stop
05:40 - 16:40SFO-ORD
9h 00m1 stop
₹ 38,395Delta
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7h 11m1 stop
13:30 - 00:11SFO-ORD
8h 41m1 stop
₹ 41,623Delta
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21:11 - 23:58ORD-SFO
4h 47mdirect
00:59 - 07:26SFO-ORD
4h 27mdirect
₹ 41,708United Airlines
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20:20 - 23:08ORD-SFO
4h 48mdirect
13:40 - 19:59SFO-ORD
4h 19mdirect
₹ 41,878United Airlines
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19:00 - 22:10ORD-SFO
5h 10mdirect
10:46 - 16:58SFO-ORD
4h 12mdirect
₹ 16,734Alaska Airlines
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19:00 - 22:10ORD-SFO
5h 10mdirect
10:48 - 17:00SFO-ORD
4h 12mdirect
₹ 17,583Alaska Airlines
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06:30 - 09:24ORD-SFO
4h 54mdirect
06:15 - 12:42SFO-ORD
4h 27mdirect
₹ 18,433United Airlines
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Mon, 20 Jan - Mon, 27 Jan
08:30 - 11:24ORD-SFO
4h 54mdirect
05:20 - 11:36SFO-ORD
4h 16mdirect
₹ 18,518American Airlines
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Mon, 20 Jan - Mon, 27 Jan
06:15 - 09:16ORD-SFO
5h 01mdirect
00:08 - 06:30SFO-ORD
4h 22mdirect
₹ 19,197United Airlines
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18:55 - 21:54ORD-SFO
4h 59mdirect
23:45 - 06:04SFO-ORD
4h 19mdirect
₹ 20,217Alaska Airlines
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19:00 - 22:10ORD-SFO
5h 10mdirect
10:46 - 16:58SFO-ORD
4h 12mdirect
₹ 20,641Alaska Airlines
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18:55 - 21:54ORD-SFO
4h 59mdirect
23:45 - 06:04SFO-ORD
4h 19mdirect
₹ 21,066Alaska Airlines
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5h 01mdirect
00:08 - 06:30SFO-ORD
4h 22mdirect
₹ 21,236United Airlines
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18:55 - 21:54ORD-SFO
4h 59mdirect
10:00 - 16:27SFO-ORD
4h 27mdirect
₹ 21,491Alaska Airlines
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United Airlines flights from Chicago to San Francisco

Our best United Airlines deals on Chicago to San Francisco flight tickets
United Airlines
20 Jan
ORD06:30Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 54m
SFO09:24San Francisco
23 Jan
SFO05:14San Francisco
6h 04m
1 stop
ORD13:18Chicago O'Hare Intl
₹ 19,282
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United Airlines
23 Apr
ORD12:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 01m
SFO15:46San Francisco
28 Apr
SFO00:08San Francisco
4h 22m
ORD06:30Chicago O'Hare Intl
₹ 21,236
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10 Apr
ORD06:30Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 50m
SFO09:20San Francisco
17 Apr
SFO22:46San Francisco
4h 22m
ORD05:08Chicago O'Hare Intl
₹ 22,086
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Alaska Airlines flights from Chicago to San Francisco

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Alaska Airlines
22 Feb
ORD19:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 10m
SFO22:10San Francisco
5 Mar
SFO10:46San Francisco
4h 12m
ORD16:58Chicago O'Hare Intl
₹ 16,734
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Alaska Airlines
22 Feb
ORD19:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 10m
SFO22:10San Francisco
26 Feb
SFO08:20San Francisco
7h 40m
1 stop
ORD18:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
₹ 17,499
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20 Feb
ORD19:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 10m
SFO22:10San Francisco
1 Mar
SFO10:48San Francisco
4h 12m
ORD17:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
₹ 17,583
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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

In general, April is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to San Francisco. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around ₹ 22,595. If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of April, then flying in September is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of ₹ 23,699.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

The cheapest day to depart from Chicago to San Francisco is on a Wednesday. Travellers who choose to depart for San Francisco on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as ₹ 18,901. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Monday, with ticket prices averaging around ₹ 50,037.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

The cheapest time of day to fly to San Francisco is at midday when flights can be purchased for as low as ₹ 21,157. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of ₹ 33,763.

What is the cheapest Chicago to San Francisco flight route?

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

The ideal time to book your flight to San Francisco is 54 days in advance, when prices tend to average ₹ 28,513. In the past 72 hours, momondo users found flights from Chicago to San Francisco for as low as ₹ 1,796,669.

What cabin class options are available on Chicago to San Francisco flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago to San Francisco flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to San Francisco flights?

You could potentially save up to 27% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to San Francisco flight.

How have Chicago to San Francisco flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2024, prices for Chicago to San Francisco flights are approximately 65% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Chicago to San Francisco

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Chicago to San Francisco according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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₹ 5,436

Fastest flight time

4h 46m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San Francisco

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San Francisco from Chicago in the past 72 hours is ₹ 5,436. The best return flight deal from Chicago to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is ₹ 12,572.
The fastest flight from Chicago to San Francisco takes 4h 46m
Direct flights go from Chicago to San Francisco every day.
There is 1 airport near San Francisco: San Francisco (SFO)

  • How far is Chicago to San Francisco by plane?

    There are 2981.9 km between Chicago and San Francisco. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 4h 48m.

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

    Prices for flights from Chicago to San Francisco Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to San Francisco Airport?

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

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Chicago to San Francisco Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your San Francisco Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from Chicago to San Francisco

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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom ₹ 13,403Free CancellationRating
8.0
9,537 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom ₹ 16,795Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom ₹ 26,244Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,035 reviews
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  • Alaska Airlines Flights From Chicago to San Francisco

    Alaska Airlines operates around 1 flight from Chicago to San Francisco every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been ₹ 307, but momondo users have found Alaska Airlines deals from Chicago to San Francisco from as low as ₹ 158 round-trip. Alaska Airlines has been scored 8.0/10 in 9,537 reviews.

  • United Airlines Flights From Chicago to San Francisco

    The best United Airlines deal for Chicago to San Francisco flight tickets found on momondo in the last 72 hours was ₹ 309, round-trip. It should be noted that an average United Airlines flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at ₹ 443 round-trip. United Airlines operates 64 flights out of Chicago into San Francisco in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 9,028 United Airlines reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 7.4/10.


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