O'Hare Intl

$78+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to O'Hare Intl (ORD)

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SAN — ORD
Dec 28 — Jan 41
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The best prices from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl are usually found in September or October, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$162
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$78
(Mytrip)

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September

Average price

$511
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2024.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/286:25 amSAN - ORD
1 stop14h 19mFrontier
Sun 1/51:07 pmORD - SAN
1 stop12h 47mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$238
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/317:16 pmSAN - ORD
1 stop8h 14mSpirit Airlines
Sun 1/59:54 pmORD - SAN
1 stop17h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/22$261
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/306:25 amSAN - ORD
1 stop15h 21mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/39:54 pmORD - SAN
1 stop17h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/23$317
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3110:39 pmSAN - ORD
Nonstop4h 03mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/1112:25 pmORD - SAN
1 stop8h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$393
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3112:50 pmSAN - ORD
2 stops7h 45mSouthwest
Sat 1/116:15 amORD - SAN
2 stops10h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/22$457
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/295:30 pmSAN - ORD
1 stop23h 08mSun Country Air
Tue 12/316:35 pmORD - SAN
1 stop24h 11mSun Country Air
Deal found 12/22$600
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/292:14 pmSAN - ORD
Nonstop4h 11mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/17:10 amORD - SAN
Nonstop4h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$628
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/286:15 amSAN - ORD
1 stop10h 44mAlaska Airlines
Sat 1/49:07 pmORD - SAN
Nonstop4h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/22$795

Find flights from San Diego to O'Hare Intl within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to O'Hare Intl that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

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San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Tue 3/4

6:25 am-1:25 pm

1 stop29h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/12

6:45 am-12:20 am

1 stop19h 35m

$162

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Sat 1/18

4:21 pm-9:04 am

2 stops14h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/25

8:00 am-12:55 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$164

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Wed 2/19

9:56 am-9:44 pm

1 stop9h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/23

10:39 pm-9:01 am

1 stop12h 22m

$167

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Tue 1/21

6:40 am-12:48 pm

Nonstop4h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/25

10:05 am-12:36 pm

Nonstop4h 31m

$237

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Sat 1/18

6:25 am-3:30 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/25

5:00 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$256

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Fri 1/24

6:15 am-4:27 pm

1 stop8h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/26

3:35 pm-8:20 am

2 stops18h 45m

$291

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Sat 1/18

7:00 am-1:11 pm

Nonstop4h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/25

1:15 pm-3:48 pm

Nonstop4h 33m

$328

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Fri 2/7

8:45 am-7:51 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$78

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Sun 2/2

7:26 pm-5:31 am

1 stop8h 05m

$79

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Sat 2/22

10:25 pm-4:20 am

Nonstop3h 55m

$119

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to O'Hare Intl in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Diego-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Diego to O'Hare Intl

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to O'Hare Intl

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Diego to O'Hare Intl including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 84 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $317). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to ORD?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to O'Hare Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 19% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to O'Hare Intl. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

The most flights from SAN to ORD are scheduled on a Friday (31 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

Rainfall in O'Hare Intl by month

Plan your trip to O'Hare Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in O'Hare Intl by month

Plan your trip to O'Hare Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing O'Hare Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to O'Hare Intl. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to O'Hare Intl. Reviews last updated December 23, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Alaska Airlines and Frontier from San Diego to Chicago have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

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My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

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My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

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My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    For a flight from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl, you will be flying from San Diego. San Diego (SAN) is just 2.6 mi from the center of the city. San Diego is the only San Diego airport and it handles 26 outbound flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl per day. 6 airlines have flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl from San Diego on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Frontier ($162), Spirit Airlines ($167), and American Airlines ($237) offers the cheapest pricing from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Frontier is currently priced 61% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $78 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $79 and United Airlines from $119 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Consider Austrian Airlines (100%), Cathay Pacific (98%) or Iberia (97%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport? While on average our users pay $1,221, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $138. The most popular route (San Diego - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $98.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to O'Hare Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Diego to O'Hare Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to O'Hare Intl?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Diego to O'Hare Intl.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to O'Hare Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to O'Hare Intl by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $317). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from San Diego to O'Hare Intl

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to O'Hare Intl. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 23, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$91Average$176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$97Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$217Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$244Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$251Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$391Average$757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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