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$95+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to Chicago (CHI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CHI
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
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The best prices from Salinas to Chicago are usually found in April or January, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Salinas (S9N) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Salinas to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

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Fri 12/136:05 amSFO - ORD
1 stop16h 30mFrontier
Tue 12/178:26 pmORD - SFO
1 stop13h 21mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$212
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Sun 12/89:34 amSFO - ORD
1 stop13h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/125:59 pmORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$213
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/1710:41 amSFO - MDW
1 stop11h 46mFrontier
Fri 1/38:27 pmMDW - SFO
1 stop13h 42mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$214
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Thu 12/1210:50 pmSFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 16mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/176:50 amORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/21$217
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Fri 12/1311:50 pmSFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/49:00 pmORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$253
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1112:25 amSFO - MDW
1 stop6h 25mDelta
Fri 12/135:50 pmMDW - SFO
1 stop7h 10mDelta
Deal found 11/20$256
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1112:25 amSFO - ORD
1 stop6h 32mDelta
Tue 12/176:20 amORD - SFO
1 stop7h 06mDelta
Deal found 11/21$256
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Thu 12/1210:40 amSFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 19mAlaska Airlines
Fri 12/135:59 pmORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 59mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/20$263
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Sun 12/157:45 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop13h 00mSouthwest
Thu 12/192:55 pmORD - SFO
2 stops9h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 11/21$316
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Wed 12/1112:20 pmSFO - MDW
1 stop8h 20mSouthwest
Sat 12/148:40 amMDW - SFO
Nonstop4h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$337
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Thu 11/217:11 pmSFO - RFD
2 stops21h 32mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/257:03 pmRFD - SFO
2 stops21h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$1,143

Find flights from Salinas to Chicago within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas to Chicago 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Tue 3/4

11:12 am-11:39 pm

1 stop10h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/11

7:00 pm-10:10 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

$209

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Fri 12/13

6:05 am-12:35 am

1 stop16h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/17

8:26 pm-7:47 am

1 stop13h 21m

$212

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - MDW

SFOMDW

San Francisco

Tue 12/17

10:41 am-12:27 am

1 stop11h 46m

Chicago Midway

Fri 1/3

8:27 pm-8:09 am

1 stop13h 42m

$214

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Thu 1/23

6:15 am-12:42 pm

Nonstop4h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/25

6:30 am-9:24 am

Nonstop4h 54m

$217

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Tue 1/21

5:20 am-11:36 am

Nonstop4h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/3

12:39 pm-3:28 pm

Nonstop4h 49m

$218

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Fri 1/24

10:00 am-4:27 pm

Nonstop4h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/24

6:55 pm-9:54 pm

Nonstop4h 59m

$231

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - MDW

SFOMDW

San Francisco

Wed 1/22

10:45 pm-8:54 am

1 stop8h 09m

Chicago Midway

Fri 1/24

1:26 pm-6:09 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$256

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Fri 1/24

10:45 pm-9:16 am

1 stop8h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/28

7:20 am-12:44 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$256

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - MDW

SFOMDW

San Francisco

Sun 1/5

8:34 pm-9:09 pm

2 stops22h 35m

Chicago Midway

Sun 1/12

7:15 am-12:46 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$259

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - MDW

SFOMDW

San Francisco

Thu 1/23

6:35 am-6:30 pm

1 stop9h 55m

Chicago Midway

Sat 2/1

9:05 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop4h 55m

$287

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Chicago

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Travel insights for flights from Salinas to Chicago

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Salinas to Chicago including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Salinas to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Salinas to Chicago. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Salinas to Chicago, you should look to book at least 83 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 Salinas to Chicago?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Chicago (average of $232). Flying from Salinas to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 S9N to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Salinas to Chicago as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Salinas to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Salinas to Chicago. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Salinas to Chicago flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons 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 Salinas to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Salinas to Chicago. 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 November 21, 2024.

The most flights from S9N to CHI are scheduled on a Thursday (63 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (27 on average).

Rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago 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 when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, 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 Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated November 21, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Frontier, United Airlines and American Airlines from Salinas to Chicago. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,464 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

JetBlue
7.5
Good
3,389 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Salinas to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Salinas to Chicago one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $95. Users have also found prices from $99 and $99 on Southwest and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Salinas to Chicago?

    While some choose either San Francisco - Chicago Midway or San Francisco - Chicago Greater Rockford, San Francisco - Chicago O'Hare Intl is the most popular route from Salinas to Chicago.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Salinas to Chicago?

    Before booking your flight to Chicago from Salinas, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Asiana Airlines (96%), Iberia (92%), Air China( 91%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Salinas to Chicago?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Salinas to Chicago? While on average our users pay $898, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $108. The most popular route (San Francisco - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $173.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Salinas to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Salinas to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Salinas to Chicago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Salinas to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Salinas to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas to Chicago 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 Salinas to Chicago?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Chicago (average of $232). Flying from Salinas to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 7 airlines flying from Salinas to Chicago

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Salinas to Chicago. 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$72Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$100Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$111Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$185Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$193Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$204Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$210Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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