What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Chicago on average per week?

As of December 2025, there are 422 flights per week flying from San Francisco to Chicago. The most common day of the week flights depart is Fri, with 17% of flights taking off on this day.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Chicago flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to Chicago?

Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Chicago

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Chicago flights?

According to our data, United Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 9% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How often are flights from San Francisco to Chicago delayed?

Historically, on average around 10% of flights between San Francisco and Chicago have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 182 minutes.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Chicago on average per day?

The number of flights available between San Francisco and Chicago is 60 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 06:00, with 49% of daily flights leaving at midday.

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 stopovers. 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 required for your trip to Chicago can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chicago. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Francisco and Chicago?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $447 to $906. The lowest price recently found on this route was $401.

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08:00 - 19:21

SFO

ORD

9h 21m1 stop

14:20 - 22:54

ORD

SFO

10h 34m2 stops

$401Delta

Sat, 7 Feb - Mon, 9 Feb

06:00 - 16:43

SFO

ORD

8h 43m1 stop

07:20 - 16:10

ORD

SFO

10h 50m2 stops

$402Delta

Tue, 17 Mar - Tue, 24 Mar

06:30 - 23:56

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ORD

15h 26m1 stop

15:54 - 23:59

ORD

SFO

10h 05m1 stop

$404Alaska Airlines

Fri, 13 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar

09:00 - 23:37

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ORD

12h 37m2 stops

08:00 - 17:59

ORD

SFO

11h 59m1 stop

$405Alaska Airlines

Sun, 25 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb

07:57 - 23:50

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ORD

13h 53m2 stops

15:44 - 22:47

ORD

SFO

9h 03m1 stop

$408Alaska Airlines

Sat, 10 Jan - Sat, 17 Jan

00:40 - 08:40

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ORD

6h 00m1 stop

14:20 - 22:41

ORD

SFO

10h 21m1 stop

$410Delta

Thu, 5 Feb - Fri, 13 Feb

05:45 - 17:26

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ORD

9h 41m1 stop

14:20 - 22:54

ORD

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10h 34m2 stops

$417Delta

Sun, 11 Jan - Tue, 20 Jan

19:55 - 14:29

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ORD

16h 34m2 stops

14:06 - 19:43

ORD

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7h 37m1 stop

$419Alaska Airlines

Wed, 14 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan

15:15 - 21:32

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19:58 - 23:00

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5h 02mdirect

$422United Airlines

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26h 10m1 stop

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28h 01m1 stop

$428Alaska Airlines

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7 Feb

SFO08:00San Francisco

9h 21m

1 stop

ORD19:21Chicago O'Hare Intl

9 Feb

ORD14:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

10h 34m

2 stops

SFO22:54San Francisco

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17 Mar

SFO06:00San Francisco

8h 43m

1 stop

ORD16:43Chicago O'Hare Intl

24 Mar

ORD07:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

10h 50m

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SFO16:10San Francisco

$402

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5 Feb

SFO00:40San Francisco

6h 00m

1 stop

ORD08:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

13 Feb

ORD14:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

10h 21m

1 stop

SFO22:41San Francisco

$410

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13 Mar

SFO06:30San Francisco

15h 26m

1 stop

ORD23:56Chicago O'Hare Intl

16 Mar

ORD15:54Chicago O'Hare Intl

10h 05m

1 stop

SFO23:59San Francisco

$404

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25 Jan

SFO09:00San Francisco

12h 37m

2 stops

ORD23:37Chicago O'Hare Intl

1 Feb

ORD08:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

11h 59m

1 stop

SFO17:59San Francisco

$405

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10 Jan

SFO07:57San Francisco

13h 53m

2 stops

ORD23:50Chicago O'Hare Intl

17 Jan

ORD15:44Chicago O'Hare Intl

9h 03m

1 stop

SFO22:47San Francisco

$408

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1 stop9h 03m

$408

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1 stop10h 21m

$410

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SFOORD

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Sun 11/1

05:45-17:26

1 stop9h 41m

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2 stops10h 34m

$417

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SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

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19:55-14:29

2 stops16h 34m

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14:06-19:43

1 stop7h 37m

$419

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SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Fri 30/1

15:15-21:32

Nonstop4h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/2

19:58-23:00

Nonstop5h 02m

$422

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SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Tue 13/1

19:40-23:50

1 stop26h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 19/1

09:00-11:01

1 stop28h 01m

$428

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Francisco and Chicago?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

If you don’t want to visit Chicago in February, then you should wait until September to fly from San Francisco, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $440.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest San Francisco to Chicago flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Chicago in the evening for as low as $557. Flights in the morning are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of $656.

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Chicago flight route?

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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 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $560 when searching weeks before you fly. 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 $437 on momondo.

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

There is only 1 cabin class 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.

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

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between San Francisco to Chicago.

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

As of December 2025, prices for San Francisco to Chicago flights are approximately 120% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time	4h 23m
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The fastest flight from San Francisco to Chicago takes 4h 23m

Direct flights go from San Francisco to Chicago every day.

There are 3 airports in Chicago. From San Francisco there are direct flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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How far is San Francisco to Chicago by plane?
The straight-line distance from San Francisco to Chicago is 2981.9 km. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 4h 23m.
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 stopovers. 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 required for your trip to Chicago can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chicago. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from San Francisco to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from San Francisco to Chicago is Airbus A321neo (19.96% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 757-300 (17.41%), Boeing 737-800 (15.61%), and Boeing 777 (10.15%).

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Can I find flights from San Francisco to Chicago with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Chicago from San Francisco which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

If you don’t want to visit Chicago in February, then you should wait until September to fly from San Francisco, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $440.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest San Francisco to Chicago flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Chicago in the evening for as low as $557. Flights in the morning are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of $656.

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Chicago flight route?

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

There is only 1 cabin class 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.

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

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between San Francisco to Chicago.

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

As of December 2025, prices for San Francisco to Chicago flights are approximately 120% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to Chicago?

Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Chicago

How often are flights from San Francisco to Chicago delayed?

Historically, on average around 10% of flights between San Francisco and Chicago have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 182 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Chicago flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Chicago flights?

According to our data, United Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 9% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Chicago on average per day?

The number of flights available between San Francisco and Chicago is 60 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 06:00, with 49% of daily flights leaving at midday.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Chicago on average per week?

As of December 2025, there are 422 flights per week flying from San Francisco to Chicago. The most common day of the week flights depart is Fri, with 17% of flights taking off on this day.

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