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$65+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Illinois

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Illinois (USIL). 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 January 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$152
(Frontier)

One-way from

$65
(Trip.com)
From San Diego to Illinois
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Illinois
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This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Fri 3/79:19 pmSAN - ORD
1 stop5h 56mFrontier
Sun 3/96:45 amORD - SAN
1 stop7h 03mFrontier
Deal found 1/19$152
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Fri 3/712:48 pmSAN - MDW
1 stop9h 29mFrontier
Sun 3/96:40 amMDW - SAN
1 stop7h 08mFrontier
Deal found 1/20$152
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Wed 2/199:56 amSAN - ORD
1 stop9h 54mSpirit Airlines
Sun 2/2310:45 pmORD - SAN
1 stop12h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/20$154
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Thu 2/207:41 pmSAN - ORD
1 stop8h 26mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/256:50 amORD - SAN
1 stop6h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$157
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Tue 2/412:40 pmSAN - MLI
1 stop6h 02mUnited Airlines
Sat 2/83:59 pmMLI - SAN
1 stop8h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/19$229
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/208:50 amSAN - MDW
1 stop23h 19mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/268:21 amMDW - SAN
2 stops17h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$251
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Tue 2/2511:20 amSAN - ORD
1 stop10h 36mDelta
Wed 2/267:00 amORD - SAN
1 stop9h 24mDelta
Deal found 1/19$255
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Sat 2/812:08 pmSAN - MLI
1 stop8h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sun 2/93:28 pmMLI - SAN
1 stop7h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/19$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Fri 7/119:40 pmSAN - STL
1 stop8h 26mDelta
Mon 7/146:59 pmSTL - SAN
1 stop6h 42mDelta
Deal found 1/20$277
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Sun 2/96:25 amSAN - MDW
1 stop9h 18mDelta
Wed 2/121:26 pmMDW - SAN
1 stop9h 40mDelta
Deal found 1/19$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/126:40 amSAN - PIA
1 stop7h 21mAmerican Airlines
Mon 2/174:40 pmPIA - SAN
1 stop8h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$284
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Tue 4/18:00 amSAN - STL
2 stops13h 59mMultiple Airlines
Fri 4/46:51 pmSTL - SAN
1 stop7h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$293

Find flights from San Diego to Illinois within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Illinois 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 January 20, 2025.

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SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Fri 3/7

9:19 pm-5:15 am

1 stop5h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/9

6:45 am-11:48 am

1 stop7h 03m

$152

San DiegoChicago

SAN - MDW

SANMDW

San Diego

Fri 3/7

12:48 pm-12:17 am

1 stop9h 29m

Chicago Midway

Sun 3/9

6:40 am-11:48 am

1 stop7h 08m

$152

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Wed 2/19

9:56 am-9:50 pm

1 stop9h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/23

10:45 pm-9:01 am

1 stop12h 16m

$154

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Thu 2/6

1:47 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop7h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/12

10:45 pm-9:01 am

1 stop12h 16m

$160

San DiegoMoline

SAN - MLI

SANMLI

San Diego

Tue 2/4

12:40 pm-8:42 pm

1 stop6h 02m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 2/8

3:59 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 31m

$229

San DiegoChicago

SAN - MDW

SANMDW

San Diego

Sun 4/20

8:50 am-10:09 am

1 stop23h 19m

Chicago Midway

Sat 4/26

8:21 am-11:55 pm

2 stops17h 34m

$251

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Tue 2/25

11:20 am-11:56 pm

1 stop10h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/26

7:00 am-2:24 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$255

San DiegoMoline

SAN - MLI

SANMLI

San Diego

Sat 2/8

12:08 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop8h 14m

Moline Quad-City

Sun 2/9

3:28 pm-9:09 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$259

San DiegoSt. Louis

SAN - STL

SANSTL

San Diego

Fri 7/11

9:40 pm-8:06 am

1 stop8h 26m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 7/14

6:59 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$277

San DiegoChicago

SAN - MDW

SANMDW

San Diego

Sun 2/9

6:25 am-5:43 pm

1 stop9h 18m

Chicago Midway

Wed 2/12

1:26 pm-9:06 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$279

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Illinois

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Illinois?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from San Diego to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $320). 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 IL?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 20, 2025.

When flying from San Diego to Illinois, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Illinois. 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 January 20, 2025.

The most flights from SAN to USIL are scheduled on a Monday (27 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (20 on average).

Rainfall in Illinois by month

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

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

Temperature in Illinois by month

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

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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated January 20, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Diego to Illinois, see what other customers have to say about Frontier, Spirit Airlines and Delta. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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

8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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

8.0
Very good
9,696 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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

8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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

7.4
Good
8,982 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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 San Diego to Illinois. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Illinois?

    Located just 2.6 mi from the city center, San Diego (SAN) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Illinois from San Diego.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Illinois one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $65 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $79 and American Airlines from $139 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Diego to Illinois?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Diego to Illinois?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Diego to Illinois are Qatar Airways (89%), Iberia (89%) and Gulf Air (88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Illinois?

    While on average a flight from San Diego to Illinois is generally $1,146, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $137. When looking at the most popular route, (San Diego - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay $111 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Illinois that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Illinois?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Illinois?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Illinois 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 Illinois?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from San Diego to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $320). 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 San Diego to Illinois

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Illinois. 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 January 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$91Average$204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$97Average$215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$217Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$240Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$251Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$269Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$391Average$770FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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