£70 Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to San Francisco (SFO)

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Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to San Francisco (SFO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £70 for one-way flights and £153 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 Francisco route information
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, JetBlue Airways
Return price
£152
Distance
2947 km
Average flight time
2 hours 40 mins

Compare flights from Chicago to San Francisco easily and book in confidence

For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from Chicago to San Francisco. Operating between them 71 flights per day, 20 airlines cover the route. And American Airlines, Qatar Airways, JAL, Air Canada, Fiji Airways, Austrian, Emirates, Asiana Airlines, Virgin Australia, Air New Zealand, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Qantas, China Southern Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Iberia, ANA, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa, Air China, Singapore Airlines, Gulf Air, British Airways fly direct, getting you to San Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco Intl. (SFO) 

The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from Chicago to San Francisco 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 Francisco Intl. start at just £153 and range up to £183.  

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 Francisco
  • booking your flight during August, 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 Francisco 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 Francisco 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 SFO?
Round-trip journeys between O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) and San Francisco Airport start from £153. This is based on fares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year — book now so you don’t miss out. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from O'Hare Airport to San Francisco Airport?
Each air carrier has its own set of terms and conditions. If you do decide to cancel, follow the simple instructions on our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from ORD to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) 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 O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to San Francisco Airport flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from ORD to San Francisco Airport?
It’s around 3,000 kilometres from ORD to SFO, so expect to be in your seat for a while. Keep yourself occupied by packing things like a magazine or a good old-fashioned book.
Which airlines fly direct from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to SFO?
Whether you need a return or one-way flight, you’ll have your choice of airlines that will take you directly from O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to SFO. Here are some of the most popular ones:

  • United Airlines - (UA) with 243 monthly flights
  • American Airlines - (AA) with 69 monthly flights
  • Alaska Airlines - (AS) with 30 monthly flights
  • Aer Lingus - (EI) with 13 monthly flights

Are O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to San Francisco Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight prices fluctuate, so it’s no sure thing. While last-minute flight deals between O’Hare Airport and SFO are possible, it’s also a good idea to keep track of prices well before you fly. In fact, some air carriers release their prices up to 12 months before the departure date. Expedia is continuously updating the best airfare bargains around, so keep checking back and be ready to secure your seat when the price dips.
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