CA $122 Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to San Francisco (SFO)

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Cheap flights from Chicago (ORD) to San Francisco (SFO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $122 for one-way flights and CA $244 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Flight from Chicago to San Francisco (ORD - SFO) route information
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue Airways, Sun Country Airlines
Roundtrip price
CA $243
Distance
2947 km

Chicago to San Francisco Flights

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

With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to San Francisco 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 American Airlines, Qatar Airways, JAL, Air Canada, Fiji Airways, Aer Lingus, Austrian, Emirates, Asiana Airlines, Virgin Australia, Air New Zealand, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Qantas, China Southern Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Iberia, ANA, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa, Singapore Airlines, Gulf Air, British Airways nonstop flights to San Francisco 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 Francisco today, tomorrow, or this week.  

 

Save dollars with cheap flights from O'Hare Intl., ORD to San Francisco Intl., SFO 

Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from Chicago to San Francisco—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to San Francisco from Chicago currently is just CA $244 rising to CA $282.  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in August when flight prices are normally at their lowest 
  • Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to San Francisco  
  • 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 Francisco 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 Francisco with Expedia today.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from O'Hare Airport to SFO?
Round-trip journeys between O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) and San Francisco Airport start from CA $244. This is based on fares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year — book now so you don’t miss out. 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 San Francisco Airport?
Each air carrier has its own set of terms and conditions. If you do decide to cancel, follow the simple instructions on our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from ORD to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to San Francisco Airport flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from ORD to San Francisco Airport?
It’s around 3,000 kilometers from ORD to SFO, so expect to be in your seat for a while. Keep yourself occupied by packing things like a magazine or a good old-fashioned book.
Which airlines fly direct from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to SFO?
Whether you need a return or one-way flight, you’ll have your choice of airlines that will take you directly from O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to SFO. Here are some of the most popular ones:

  • United Airlines - (UA) with 243 monthly flights
  • American Airlines - (AA) with 69 monthly flights
  • Alaska Airlines - (AS) with 30 monthly flights
  • Aer Lingus - (EI) with 13 monthly flights

Are O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to San Francisco Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight prices fluctuate, so it’s no sure thing. While last-minute flight deals between O’Hare Airport and SFO are possible, it’s also a good idea to keep track of prices well before you fly. In fact, some air carriers release their prices up to 12 months before the departure date. Expedia is continuously updating the best airfare bargains around, so keep checking back and be ready to secure your seat when the price dips.
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