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Cheap Chicago - San Francisco flight offers

Find cheap flight tickets and last-minute flight deals from Chicago to San Francisco

Southwest Airlines
Tue, 06/09 (CHI) Chicago -> (SFO) San Francisco
Direct
Southwest Airlines
Fri, 06/12 (SFO) San Francisco -> (CHI) Chicago
Direct

Price found 4 days ago
from $33
Frontier Airlines
Thu, 08/20 (CHI) Chicago -> (SFO) San Francisco
Direct
Frontier Airlines
Fri, 08/28 (SFO) San Francisco -> (CHI) Chicago
Direct

Price found 4 days ago
from $76
Southwest Airlines
Tue, 06/16 (CHI) Chicago -> (SFO) San Francisco
Direct
Southwest Airlines
Tue, 06/23 (SFO) San Francisco -> (CHI) Chicago
Direct

Price found 10 days ago
from $88
DELTA
Tue, 07/07 (CHI) Chicago -> (SFO) San Francisco
Direct

Price found 12 days ago
from $110
Southwest Airlines
Thu, 09/10 (CHI) Chicago -> (SFO) San Francisco
Direct

Price found 13 days ago
from $119
DELTA
Mon, 06/22 (CHI) Chicago -> (SFO) San Francisco
Direct

Price found 10 days ago
from $132
Southwest Airlines
Tue, 06/09 (CHI) Chicago -> (SFO) San Francisco
Direct
Southwest Airlines
Fri, 06/12 (SFO) San Francisco -> (CHI) Chicago
Direct

Price found 4 days ago
from $33
Frontier Airlines
Thu, 08/20 (CHI) Chicago -> (SFO) San Francisco
Direct
Frontier Airlines
Fri, 08/28 (SFO) San Francisco -> (CHI) Chicago
Direct

Price found 4 days ago
from $76
Southwest Airlines
Tue, 06/16 (CHI) Chicago -> (SFO) San Francisco
Direct
Southwest Airlines
Tue, 06/23 (SFO) San Francisco -> (CHI) Chicago
Direct

Price found 10 days ago
from $88

Info about flights from Chicago to San Francisco

Some useful info about flights from Chicago to San Francisco to help you plan your next trip

Best price last 15 days $33
Average flight duration 4h 36m
Cheapest month June
Average number of flights per week 18
First flight time 00:45
Last flight time 23:55

When is it best to fly from Chicago to San Francisco

Find out what is the best time of year to fly from Chicago to San Francisco

Jun $65
Jul $108
Aug $98
Sep $123
Oct $120
Nov $141
Dec $160
Jan $146
Feb $88
Mar $138
Apr $117
May $120
Most expensive month December
Average price $160
Cheapest month June
Average price $65
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Top airlines on the route Chicago - San Francisco

Airlines providing flights to San Francisco from Chicago

How much is a flight from Chicago to San Francisco?

There’s no fixed price — fares between Chicago and San Francisco can vary a lot by day or time.

$33 is the lowest fare found in the past 15 days.

Flying during the week can be more affordable, as weekend flights tend to be pricier. Also consider demand and availability: the last remaining seats often come at higher fares!

Are there multiple airports in Chicago and San Francisco?

If your departure or arrival city has more than one airport, it's worth comparing all of them for timing and pricing.

  • Airports in Chicago: 3 airports are active in Chicago - Midway, O'Hare, Rockford.
  • Airports in San Francisco: San Francisco is the only airport currently running.

If you're traveling with a group or bulky luggage, look into parking or transport options. Alternative airports may offer faster transfers or better rates.

Flights from Chicago to San Francisco

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Other popular destinations

Interested in United States? These cities are also in demand: Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City, Orlando.

Connecting flights can be cheaper but often mean longer layovers. You can easily select either direct or connecting flights with a single click using the filters.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions about flights from Chicago to San Francisco.

How much does an airline ticket from Chicago to San Francisco cost?

The lowest price recorded in the last 15 days for a flight from Chicago to San Francisco is $33.

How far is Chicago from San Francisco?

Chicago is about 1853 mi from San Francisco.

What are the airports in San Francisco?

San Francisco has one airport: San Francisco.

What are the airports in Chicago?

Chicago has 3 airports: Midway, O'Hare, Rockford.

What are the most popular cities in United States?

The most popular cities in United States according to our users' searches are: Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City, Orlando.

When should I book a flight from Chicago to San Francisco?

The best time to book a flight from Chicago to San Francisco is 2 months in advance, while the worst time is 23 weeks in advance.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to San Francisco?

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to San Francisco is June.

What is the most expensive month to fly from Chicago to San Francisco?

The most expensive month to fly from Chicago to San Francisco is December.

What is the best day of the week to fly from Chicago to San Francisco?

For flights from Chicago to San Francisco Thursday is on average the cheapest day to fly, while Thursday is the most expensive day to fly.