Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Chicago

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Frequently Asked Questions

When are flight tickets from San Francisco (SFO) to Chicago (CHI) the cheapest?

Airlines adjust prices for flights from San Francisco to Chicago based on the departure date and time of your selection. By analyzing data from all airlines, we've discovered that on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
How much do flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Chicago (CHI) cost?

According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around Rp 4,317,906.
How long does it take to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Chicago (CHI) and what is the distance?

It takes around 5 hours 24 minutes to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Chicago (CHI).
What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Chicago (CHI)?

Airlines with flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Chicago (CHI): Qantas Airways, United Airlines, Air New Zealand, Southwest Airlines, Air Canada, Finnair, Singapore Airlines and American Airlines.

How to find a cheap flight from San Francisco to Chicago

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Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest San Francisco to Chicago ticket.

Tap "Date" in the flight search bar to browse the calendar and find airfare from San Francisco to Chicago for the next six months in 2025. If you're looking to fly within the next three months, the lowest fare is Rp 1417449 for a one-way ticket on Sat, May 17.

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Flight Info | San Francisco to Chicago

Cheapest one-way flight price	Rp 1,051,218
Cheapest round-trip ticket price	Rp 2,735,427
Off-season for travel	March
Peak season for travel	June
Flight distance	2,987.76 km
Average flight time	5 hours 24 minutes
Popular airline	American Airlines