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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Chicago from ₹ 7,691

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Cheap return flights

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Chicago.
16:50 - 23:10SFO-ORD
4h 20mdirect
21:09 - 23:59ORD-SFO
4h 50mdirect
₹ 15,296United Airlines
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Sun, 25 May - Wed, 28 May
22:46 - 05:08SFO-ORD
4h 22mdirect
16:09 - 19:06ORD-SFO
4h 57mdirect
₹ 16,065United Airlines
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Sun, 20 Apr - Tue, 22 Apr
11:48 - 18:20SFO-ORD
4h 32mdirect
18:58 - 21:57ORD-SFO
4h 59mdirect
₹ 16,834Alaska Airlines
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Tue, 29 Apr - Wed, 30 Apr
18:40 - 00:59SFO-ORD
4h 19mdirect
09:10 - 13:43ORD-SFO
6h 33m1 stop
₹ 16,920United Airlines
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Sun, 25 May - Wed, 28 May
08:00 - 23:56SFO-ORD
13h 56m1 stop
19:59 - 22:49ORD-SFO
4h 50mdirect
₹ 17,774Alaska Airlines
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Sun, 25 May - Sat, 31 May
06:00 - 16:45SFO-ORD
8h 45m1 stop
18:55 - 23:20ORD-SFO
6h 25m1 stop
₹ 18,458Southwest
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Tue, 13 May - Tue, 3 Jun
10:16 - 16:41SFO-ORD
4h 25mdirect
18:35 - 21:29ORD-SFO
4h 54mdirect
₹ 18,629American Airlines
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Fri, 5 Sep - Thu, 11 Sep
06:25 - 17:55SFO-ORD
9h 30m1 stop
16:00 - 23:10ORD-SFO
9h 10m1 stop
₹ 18,971Southwest
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Sat, 7 Jun - Sat, 14 Jun
12:33 - 18:59SFO-ORD
4h 26mdirect
19:59 - 22:49ORD-SFO
4h 50mdirect
₹ 20,594Hawaiian Airlines
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Sat, 31 May - Sat, 31 May
19:49 - 05:40SFO-ORD
7h 51m1 stop
20:59 - 23:49ORD-SFO
4h 50mdirect
₹ 25,551Hawaiian Airlines
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Fri, 19 Sep - Mon, 22 Sep

United Airlines flights from San Francisco to Chicago

Our best United Airlines deals on San Francisco to Chicago flight tickets
United Airlines
25 May
SFO16:50San Francisco
4h 20m
ORD23:10Chicago O'Hare Intl
28 May
ORD21:09Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 50m
SFO23:59San Francisco
₹ 15,296
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United Airlines
20 Apr
SFO22:46San Francisco
4h 22m
ORD05:08Chicago O'Hare Intl
22 Apr
ORD16:09Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 57m
SFO19:06San Francisco
₹ 16,065
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United Airlines
25 May
SFO18:40San Francisco
4h 19m
ORD00:59Chicago O'Hare Intl
28 May
ORD09:10Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 33m
1 stop
SFO13:43San Francisco
₹ 16,920
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Delta flights from San Francisco to Chicago

Our best Delta deals on San Francisco to Chicago flight tickets
Delta
24 May
SFO13:45San Francisco
5h 55m
1 stop
ORD21:40Chicago O'Hare Intl
7 Jun
ORD16:30Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 06m
1 stop
SFO22:36San Francisco
₹ 21,962
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Delta
24 May
SFO06:00San Francisco
9h 06m
1 stop
ORD17:06Chicago O'Hare Intl
30 May
ORD17:15Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 23m
1 stop
SFO22:38San Francisco
₹ 22,047
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Delta
11 Jun
SFO13:18San Francisco
6h 52m
1 stop
ORD22:10Chicago O'Hare Intl
16 Jun
ORD11:18Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 32m
1 stop
SFO18:50San Francisco
₹ 22,816
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Chicago

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Chicago. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around ₹ 24,440. The month of April is another great option to travel to Chicago, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around ₹ 25,636.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

According to our data, Sunday is the cheapest day to fly to Chicago from San Francisco. The lowest ticket price found for a Sunday departure recently was ₹ 0. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. The most expensive day to fly to Chicago is Thursday, with ticket prices averaging around ₹ 50,177.

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

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from San Francisco to Chicago when you can find flight prices for as low as ₹ 12,291. Flying to Chicago in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights to Chicago are more costly at midday, with an average ticket price of ₹ 48,619. Departure times at midday fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Chicago flight route?

Fly from San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Intl for the best San Francisco - Chicago flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from San Francisco when booking 12 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around ₹ 32,665 when searching 12 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from San Francisco for as low as ₹ 26,576 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to Chicago flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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

As of April 2025, prices for San Francisco to Chicago flights are approximately 28% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Chicago

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Francisco to Chicago according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap San Francisco to Chicago (SFO to CHI) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

₹ 7,691

Fastest flight time

4h 14m

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Airports in Chicago

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The best one-way flight to Chicago from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is ₹ 7,691. The best return flight deal from San Francisco to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is ₹ 15,296.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Chicago takes 4h 14m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to Chicago every day.
There is 1 airport near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)

  • How far is San Francisco to Chicago by plane?

    The distance between San Francisco and Chicago is about 2981.9 km. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 4h 19m.

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

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Chicago were last updated today.

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

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, 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 you'll need for your trip to Chicago may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from San Francisco to Chicago?


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