Flight prices from San Francisco to Chicago

There’s no fixed price — fares between San Francisco and Chicago can vary a lot by day or time.

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The lowest fares are often found with some flexibility in travel dates. If your plans are flexible, you’ll have a better chance of finding cheap flights.

Which departure and arrival airports are available?

Between San Francisco and Chicago, flight options may depend on the combination of airports available.

• Airports in San Francisco: Only San Francisco is currently in operation.
• Airports in Chicago: Chicago is served by 3 airports - Midway, O'Hare, Rockford.

Sometimes flying into a nearby city can be more cost-effective. When a city has multiple airports, it’s worth comparing different flight combinations.

Flight filters for the route San Francisco – Chicago

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Other popular destinations

Flights to United States are often searched alongside: Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City, Orlando.

The cheapest flights might leave at odd hours or arrive at less central airports — keep that in mind. If you travel often, you can always select your trusted airlines from the available options.