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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to San Francisco
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What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to San Francisco?
September. The cheapest time of year to fly to San Francisco from Chicago is September. Most expensive is March
What is the cheapest day to depart Chicago for San Francisco?
Wednesday. The cheapest day of the week is typically Wednesday. The most expensive is typically Sunday
When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to San Francisco?
In the afternoon. Chicago to San Francisco flights are approximately 11% more expensive at noon than in the afternoon
What is the cheapest airline that flies to San Francisco from Chicago?
Frontier. Frontier, Alaska Airlines, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to San Francisco
What is the cheapest Chicago to San Francisco flight route?
Chicago Midway - San Francisco. Fly from Chicago Midway to San Francisco for the best Chicago - San Francisco flight prices
How far in advance should you book Chicago to San Francisco flights?
51 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from Chicago to San Francisco is approximately 51 days to departure
How many flights depart from Chicago to San Francisco on average per day?
The number of flights available between Chicago and San Francisco is 58 per day as of August 2024. The most frequent departure time is 8:00PM, with 37% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.
How many flights depart from Chicago to San Francisco on average per week?
407 flights are operational weekly from Chicago to San Francisco as of August 2024. The most popular departure day for this route is Monday, with 16% of flights per week taking off on this day.
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 3% 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 August 2024, prices for Chicago to San Francisco flights are approximately 20% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.
Cheap Chicago to San Francisco (CHI to SFO) flight deals and tips
Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Chicago to San Francisco
Best Price Found | $49 |
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Fastest flight time | 4h 25m |
Direct flights | Every day |
Airports in San Francisco | 1 airport |
How far is Chicago to San Francisco by plane?
San Francisco is 1852.8 mi away from Chicago. Typically, this will take 4h 30m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to San Francisco Airport?
Prices for flights from Chicago to San Francisco Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to San Francisco Airport?
As of August 2024, there are 6 operators available to choose from 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 travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Francisco Airport 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 San Francisco Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
Best airlines flying from Chicago to San Francisco
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Chicago to San Francisco with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $78 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.2 3,784 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $134 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 9,377 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $171 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.3 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $174 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 9,384 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $179 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 9,807 reviews |
Alaska Airlines Flights From Chicago to San Francisco
Alaska Airlines operates around 8 flights from Chicago to San Francisco every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been $300, but momondo users have found Alaska Airlines deals from Chicago to San Francisco from as low as $134 round-trip. Alaska Airlines has been scored 8.0/10 in 9,377 reviews.
United Airlines Flights From Chicago to San Francisco
$179 is the best United Airlines flight deal from Chicago to San Francisco found on momondo over the last 72 hours. The average United Airlines ticket price found was closer to $344, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. United Airlines (7.4/10 from 9,807 user reviews) flies into San Francisco from Chicago 57 times in an average week so prices can vary.
Why use momondo?
Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Chicago to San Francisco?
To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to San Francisco from Chicago.
Can I find flights from Chicago to San Francisco with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. All flights to San Francisco from Chicago on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.
How can momondo help me find flights from Chicago to San Francisco?
Once you have performed a search for Chicago to San Francisco flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.
I’m not ready to book a flight from Chicago to San Francisco right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
If you are not ready to book a flight from Chicago to San Francisco now, use our insights above to find helpful tips or alternatively set up a price alert, where momondo will track prices on flights to San Francisco and let you know when they change.