£97 Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to San Diego (SAN)

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Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to San Diego (SAN)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £97 for one-way flights and £117 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 Diego route information
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
San Diego Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, JetBlue Airways
Return price
£117
Distance
2752 km

Compare flights from Chicago to San Diego easily and book with confidence

For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from Chicago to San Diego. Operating between them 40 flights per day, 20 airlines cover the route. And American Airlines, Qatar Airways, Air Canada, Austrian, Aer Lingus, Emirates, Swiss, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Southwest Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Finnair, Iberia, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa, Gulf Air, British Airways fly direct, getting you to San Diego Intl. in just 4hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from O'Hare Intl. to San Diego Intl..  

To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights. 

Grab a great deal on your flight from O'Hare Intl. (ORD) to San Diego Intl. (SAN) 

The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from Chicago to San Diego today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from O'Hare Intl. to San Diego Intl. start at just £117 and range up to £223.  

To find an even better deal, try  

  • being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper
  • looking for other airports near Chicago and San Diego
  • booking your flight during September, the cheapest month on this route
  • varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper 

Why you should book your Chicago to San Diego flight with Expedia!

We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from O'Hare Intl. to San Diego Intl. for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.  

Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.  

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from O'Hare Airport to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
The lowest price advertised for a round-trip journey between O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) and San Diego Airport is £117. But you better act fast. This price is based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from ORD to SAN?
This can differ between airlines, as each has its own set of terms and conditions. Visit the Customer Service Portal, where there are simple instructions on how to cancel your flight online.
How do I find cheap flights from ORD to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) 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 ORD to San Diego Airport flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from O'Hare Airport to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
The flying distance between O’Hare Airport and SAN is 2,800 kilometres. Close your eyes or get stuck into a book and the journey will whiz by.
Which airlines fly direct from ORD to SAN?
With 121 monthly flights operating from ORD to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), United Airlines (UA) is a top choice. If you’d like more options, check out the ticket prices from American Airlines (AA). This airlines operates 91 monthly flights between these airports.
Are ORD to SAN flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Late planners can sometimes nab a bargain, with some of the cheapest airfares from O’Hare Airport to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) appearing a few weeks before the date of departure. If you’d rather book ahead of time, Expedia compares and updates all the best flight deals frequently — as early as a year in advance in some cases. It depends on the carrier though, as not all airlines publish prices that far in advance.
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