Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to San Diego (SDM)

Popular airlines from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to San Diego, CA (SDM-Brown Field Municipal)

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Flight from Chicago to San Diego (ORD - SDM) route information
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
Brown Field Municipal
Distance
2744 km

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 airlines that cover this route. There are nonstop flights to Brown Field Municipal, 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 Brown Field Municipal, SDM 

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 rising to .  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in 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! 

 

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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 SDM?
Pack your bags, because round-trip flights between O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) and SDM start from . That's based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices can rise quickly, so book now to get the best deal. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from O'Hare Airport to SDM?
The majority of flights can be cancelled online, but each airline has its own set of terms and conditions. If you do have to cancel your flight, check out our Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from ORD to SDM that have flexible change policies?
Plenty of carriers will allow you to reschedule your flight at no extra charge. All you pay is the cost difference between the two flights. When looking for O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to SDM flights, you'll see a "No change fees" box for you to select.
How far is the flight from ORD to SDM?
The flight distance from ORD to SDM is 2,800 kilometres. Pack yourself a drink, some snacks and an interesting book to read. Keep yourself busy in the air and the hours will zip by.
Which airlines fly direct from ORD to SDM?
Flying nonstop between O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) and SDM isn't possible at the moment. However, you'll still be able to find a flight to San Diego with at least one stop.
Are O'Hare Airport to SDM flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Fares from O'Hare Airport to SDM are available up to 12 months prior to departure on Expedia. And although you may score a great last-minute deal, it's not something you should bank on. Also, booking your flights ahead of time means you'll have more options --- and you can avoid landing the dreaded middle seat! We frequently update our fares to make sure you get the biggest bargains, so keep checking in for all the latest specials.

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