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$60+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to San Francisco (SFO)

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ORD — SFO
Nov 23 — Nov 301
Sat 11/23
Sat 11/30
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl to San Francisco are usually found in February or September, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/98:25 pmORD - SFO
1 stop19h 53mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/1210:40 amSFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$203
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/228:34 pmORD - SFO
1 stop13h 13mFrontier
Fri 12/276:00 amSFO - ORD
1 stop15h 46mFrontier
Deal found 11/17$205
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 12/107:15 amORD - SFO
1 stop6h 45mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/1410:50 pmSFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/17$207
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 11/2612:01 pmORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 42mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/2811:48 pmSFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/18$218
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Mon 12/165:59 pmORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 59mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/17:55 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop7h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/18$226
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/1711:33 amORD - SFO
1 stop7h 40mSun Country Air
Tue 12/2411:59 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop7h 04mSun Country Air
Deal found 11/18$250
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 12/227:05 pmORD - SFO
1 stop7h 23mDelta
Tue 1/216:00 amSFO - ORD
1 stop7h 45mDelta
Deal found 11/17$266
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
Sat 12/146:30 amORD - SFO
1 stop10h 25mSouthwest
Sat 1/185:35 amSFO - ORD
2 stops10h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 11/17$351

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

Customize your flight search to find flights from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco 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 2,669,981 searches. Data last updated November 18, 2024.

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ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/7

6:48 pm-8:13 am

1 stop15h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 3/10

7:42 pm-8:21 pm

1 stop22h 39m

$199

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/9

8:25 pm-2:18 pm

1 stop19h 53m

San Francisco

Thu 12/12

10:40 am-4:59 pm

Nonstop4h 19m

$203

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/10

10:32 am-3:20 pm

1 stop6h 48m

San Francisco

Wed 12/11

11:45 pm-5:57 am

Nonstop4h 12m

$207

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/16

5:59 pm-8:58 pm

Nonstop4h 59m

San Francisco

Wed 1/1

7:55 pm-5:30 am

1 stop7h 35m

$226

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/9

8:20 pm-11:08 pm

Nonstop4h 48m

San Francisco

Wed 4/16

11:45 pm-6:03 am

Nonstop4h 18m

$249

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/17

11:33 am-5:13 pm

1 stop7h 40m

San Francisco

Tue 12/24

11:59 pm-9:03 am

1 stop7h 04m

$250

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/11

6:15 am-1:24 pm

1 stop9h 09m

San Francisco

Sat 1/18

1:40 pm-9:27 pm

1 stop5h 47m

$257

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 12/13

4:00 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops9h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 1/11

5:35 am-6:10 pm

2 stops10h 35m

$356

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/25

6:00 am-12:21 am

1 stop20h 21m

$95

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/18

6:30 am-9:30 am

Nonstop5h 00m

$99

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

*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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-San Francisco 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-San Francisco 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 O'Hare Intl to San Francisco

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 85 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 ORD to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 18, 2024.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 3% on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on November 10, 2024.

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

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

Explore weekly flight availability from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco. 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 18, 2024.

The most flights from ORD to SFO are scheduled on a Friday (68 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (40 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated November 18, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to San Francisco, such as American Airlines, Frontier and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,022 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,022 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,022 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,451 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,022 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,022 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,168 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,022 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,022 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 11.8 mi from the city center, San Francisco is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Francisco from Chicago O'Hare Intl. Booking flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl to San Francisco (SFO) should be relatively easy as there are 53 daily inbound flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl from 6 different airlines.

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

    Currently priced at $126, Frontier will fly you from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Alaska Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $197 and $226, respectively. Users have found that Frontier is 62% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco are Frontier ($60), United Airlines ($99), and Alaska Airlines ($119).

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

    Consider ANA (100%), Air China (91%) or Air Canada (87%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $94. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - San Francisco) can be booked for $155 on average our data indicates $972 when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 5 airlines flying from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco. 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 2,669,981 searches. Data last updated November 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$124Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$140Average$296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$169Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$174Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$197Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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