CA $59 Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to San Diego (SAN)

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Cheap flights from Chicago (ORD) to San Diego (SAN)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $59 for one-way flights and CA $191 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Hawaiian Airlines
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Spirit Airlines
Alaska Airlines
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Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago (ORD) to San Diego (SAN)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From CA $114 - CA $215 per traveller.

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Flight from Chicago to San Diego (ORD - SAN) route information
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
San Diego Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue Airways, Spirit Airlines
Roundtrip price
CA $190
Distance
2752 km
Average flight time
2 hours 20 mins

Chicago to San Diego Flights

The easy way to book your flights from Chicago to San Diego 

With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to San Diego from Chicago whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. Enter your travel dates, hit search, and choose your flight from 20 airlines that cover this route. There are nonstop flights to San Diego Intl., too.  

Choose your preferred carrier and cabin class with the advanced search tool and select your ideal departure time. Then, if you want, you can see just nonstop or refundable flights. And if you’re traveling last minute, just enter the date to check out flights from Chicago to San Diego today, tomorrow, or this week.  

 

Save dollars with cheap flights from O'Hare Intl., ORD to San Diego Intl., SAN 

Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from Chicago to San Diego—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to San Diego from Chicago currently is just CA $191 rising to CA $312.  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in October when flight prices are normally at their lowest 
  • Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to San Diego  
  • Avoid peak season and weekends when flights can cost more
  • Early morning and late-night flights are sometimes cheaper, so try varying your travel times 
  • One surefire way to save money on your flight is to book your flight and hotel together with Expedia. Sometimes, the savings are so large that the flight is basically free! 

 

Reasons to choose Expedia for your flight to San Diego from Chicago 

Whatever your destination, budget, or reason to travel, in just one quick search, you can choose from loads of flights, airlines, and cabin classes. The filters make it quick and easy to find your ideal flights, and if you choose one of the flexible options, you won’t be charged to change your flight. So book your flight to San Diego with Expedia today.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to SAN?
Within the past 7 days on Expedia, for flights departing within the next year, the lowest price advertised for a round-trip journey from O'Hare Airport to SAN was CA $191. Great fares don't hang around forever, so make sure you book yours ASAP. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from ORD to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Each air carrier has its own set of terms and conditions. If you do decide to cancel, follow the easy instructions on our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from O'Hare Airport to San Diego Airport that have flexible change policies?
Use our "No change fees" filter to find flexible ticketing options for your flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to SAN. This allows you to lock in a good price in advance and still have the freedom to make changes without any additional fees. Just keep in mind that fare differences may still apply.
How many hours is the flight from O'Hare Airport to SAN?
The flight time from ORD to San Diego Airport is about 4 hours and 33 minutes. Grab your headphones, listen to a good podcast and the hours will whiz by.
How far is the flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to San Diego Airport?
The flying distance from ORD to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) is 2,800 kilometres. Work your way through your travel song playlist or make a start on the latest bestseller and the journey will zip on by.
Which airlines fly direct from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to SAN?
Many adventurers like to fly with United Airlines (UA) from O'Hare Airport to San Diego Airport. This top airline offers 108 flights a month, so you can easily find a flight time that works for you. Another carrier operating on this route is American Airlines (AA). You'll have 60 flights a month to select from.
Are O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight prices are constantly going up and down, so there are no guarantees. While last-minute flight deals between O'Hare Airport and San Diego Airport are possible, it's also a good idea to keep an eye on prices well before you fly. In fact, some carriers publicize their prices up to 12 months ahead of the departure date. Expedia is continuously updating the biggest bargains around, so check back often and be ready to lock in your seat when the price is low.

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