On this page, you can find and book flights from San Francisco to Chicago. The distance between the cities is 2,992 km, and there are approximately 56 flights per week on this route, providing a wide range of departure options throughout the day.
Flights are operated by United Airlines, American Airlines, and Southwest Airlines. To plan your trip, use the information on how to get to the departure airport and the most convenient ways to get to the city from the arrival airport.
The table shows direct flights San Francisco → Chicago on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 4 h 13 min. Regular flights are operated by United Airlines, American Airlines and Southwest Airlines. Departures from San Francisco International Airport airports, arrivals at O'Hare International Airport, Chicago Midway International Airport and Midway International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for San Francisco — Chicago by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 410 in b, and the most expensive are around AED 693 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
San Francisco → Chicago, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 690 | low | May | AED 872 | high | Sep | AED 690 | low |
| Feb | AED 672 | low | Jun | AED 836 | high | Oct | AED 745 | medium |
| Mar | AED 727 | medium | Jul | AED 763 | medium | Nov | AED 872 | high |
| Apr | AED 763 | medium | Aug | AED 727 | low | Dec | AED 908 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest weather in Chicago is typically recorded in July and August, when temperatures reach 26.5°C. The coldest month is January, with frosts dropping to -5°C, while the peak rainfall and rainiest weather occur in May.
The lowest flight fares are available in November, starting AED 410. The most expensive period for booking is June, when ticket prices start AED 693.
September is an optimal choice for a trip: with comfortable temperatures around 23.5°C, ticket prices start AED 417. It is recommended to avoid May and October due to these months having the highest number of wet days per year.
Three airlines operate on the San Francisco to Chicago route, providing a high frequency of around 56 flights per week. The main carriers are United Airlines and American Airlines, which operate regular direct flights between these major hubs. You can view the detailed schedule and choose the most suitable flight type in the interactive list below.
Flights San Francisco — Chicago depart from San Francisco International Airport and arrive at O'Hare International Airport, Chicago Midway International Airport, Midway International Airport and Chicago Rockford International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight covers the distance of 2,992 km in approximately 4 hours and 15 minutes, depending on the aircraft type and weather conditions on the route.
Regular air service between these cities is provided by United Airlines, American Airlines, and Southwest Airlines.
Yes, several direct flights are available daily on this route, as both cities are major transportation hubs in the US.
Most flights arrive at O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Midway International Airport (MDW). The exact arrival location is specified in the details of your selected ticket.
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