Cheap flights from San José to Chicago from $228

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Cheap San José - Chicago flight offers

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

JetBlue Airways
Fri, 08/07 (SJO) San José -> (CHI) Chicago
JetBlue Airways
Mon, 08/10 (CHI) Chicago -> (SJO) San José

Price found 14 days ago
from $213
Southwest Airlines
Thu, 10/22 (SJO) San José -> (CHI) Chicago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, 10/28 (CHI) Chicago -> (SJO) San José

Price found 2 days ago
from $218
Southwest Airlines
Sat, 12/05 (SJO) San José -> (CHI) Chicago
Southwest Airlines
Sun, 12/13 (CHI) Chicago -> (SJO) San José

Price found Yesterday
from $218
Southwest Airlines
Mon, 07/06 (SJO) San José -> (CHI) Chicago
Southwest Airlines
Sun, 07/12 (CHI) Chicago -> (SJO) San José

Price found 4 days ago
from $228
Southwest Airlines
Sun, 07/05 (SJO) San José -> (CHI) Chicago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, 07/11 (CHI) Chicago -> (SJO) San José

Price found 4 days ago
from $228
Southwest Airlines
Sat, 07/04 (SJO) San José -> (CHI) Chicago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, 07/08 (CHI) Chicago -> (SJO) San José

Price found 4 days ago
from $228
Southwest Airlines
Sun, 10/11 (SJO) San José -> (CHI) Chicago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, 10/22 (CHI) Chicago -> (SJO) San José

Price found 15 days ago
from $229
Southwest Airlines
Thu, 07/09 (SJO) San José -> (CHI) Chicago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, 07/16 (CHI) Chicago -> (SJO) San José

Price found 13 days ago
from $237
Southwest Airlines
Thu, 09/03 (SJO) San José -> (CHI) Chicago

Price found Yesterday
from $185
Southwest Airlines
Tue, 12/22 (SJO) San José -> (CHI) Chicago
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Southwest Airlines
Wed, 12/30 (CHI) Chicago -> (SJO) San José
Direct

Price found 15 days ago
from $285
Southwest Airlines
Mon, 03/01 (SJO) San José -> (CHI) Chicago
Direct
Southwest Airlines
Fri, 03/05 (CHI) Chicago -> (SJO) San José
Direct

Price found 14 days ago
from $285
Southwest Airlines
Sat, 07/04 (SJO) San José -> (CHI) Chicago
Direct
Southwest Airlines
Sat, 07/11 (CHI) Chicago -> (SJO) San José
Direct

Price found 2 days ago
from $316
Southwest Airlines
Fri, 02/05 (SJO) San José -> (CHI) Chicago
Direct
Southwest Airlines
Wed, 02/10 (CHI) Chicago -> (SJO) San José
Direct

Price found 2 days ago
from $362

Info about flights from San José to Chicago

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

Best price last 15 days $228
Average flight duration 5h 45m
Cheapest month October
Average number of flights per week 5
First flight time 00:20
Last flight time 23:59
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Top airlines on the route San José - Chicago

Airlines providing flights to Chicago from San José

Looking for the price of a flight from San José to Chicago?

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

$228 is the best price recorded in the last 15 days.

It’s often useful to check whether nearby airports offer better fares. Flying during less crowded periods also increases your chances of finding good deals.

Flying between San José and Chicago? Consider these airports

Depending on your destination and where you’re starting from, it might make sense to look beyond the main hubs.

  • Airports in San José: You can fly from either San José - Juan Santamaria International or Tobias Bolanos.
  • Airports in Chicago: Chicago has 3 airports - Midway, O'Hare, Rockford.

Check if your destination airport has a rail link — it can make getting around easier. Jetcost lets you view options from all San José airports in a single search.

Flights from San José - Juan Santamaria International to Chicago

Flight filters for the route San José – Chicago

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Other popular destinations

Flights to United States are often searched alongside: Atlanta, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City, Orlando.

The cheapest flights might leave at odd hours or arrive at less central airports — keep that in mind. If you travel often, you can always select your trusted airlines from the available options.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions about flights from San José to Chicago.

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

The lowest price recorded in the last 15 days for a flight from San José to Chicago is $228.

How far is San José from Chicago?

San José is about 2210 mi from Chicago.

What are the airports in Chicago?

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

What are the airports in San José?

San José has another airport: Tobias Bolanos.

What are the most popular cities in United States?

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

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

The best time to book a flight from San José to Chicago is 1 month in advance, while the worst time is 49 weeks in advance.

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

The cheapest month to fly from San José to Chicago is October.

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

The most expensive month to fly from San José to Chicago is January.

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

For flights from San José to Chicago Friday is on average the cheapest day to fly, while Wednesday is the most expensive day to fly.