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Cheapest flight tickets

$167

Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.

Average price of a round trip

$201

Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.

Flight duration

4h54

A flight from Chicago to San Francisco takes on average 4h54.

Best time

December

According to user searches, the ideal month to go to San Francisco is December.

Tips for finding a cheap flight from Chicago to San Francisco

Check out our tips for booking your flight to San Francisco (USA) from Chicago (USA) at the cheapest possible price.

Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is September, with an average flight ticket price of $69 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of December, November and September.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 29 days before the departure date.

The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is Alaska Airlines. A ticket from the airline Alaska Airlines to San Francisco costs on average $189.
The airlines that offer the most flights are Alaska Airlines and Alaska Airlines.

Price of flight tickets from Chicago to San Francisco

Here is some information and tips to know before booking your flight:

  • Flight ticket prices range from $167 to $545
  • The average price of a flight ticket is about $201
  • Prices are lowest for stays in the month of September
  • The month in which booking a ticket is cheaper is: December
info departure city :
Chicago, USA
airports :
Chicago-O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Chicago-Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field Airport (CGX)
Chicago FSS (CHI)
local time :

Chicago is a city in the country USA, the time zone is GMT . In Chicago, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 0°C, with a minimum of -2°C and a maximum of 1°C.

The city of Chicago (CHI) has 4 airport(s): Chicago-O'Hare, Chicago-Midway, Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field and Chicago FSS

destination info :
San Francisco, USA
airport :
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
local time :

San Francisco is in the country USA, the time zone is GMT . In San Francisco, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 11°C, with a minimum of 7°C and a maximum of 15°C.

The city of San Francisco has 1 airport(s): San Francisco

Useful info about San Francisco

What is the least touristic period to go to San Francisco?

If you want to visit San Francisco during the least touristic period, choose the month of December.

What is the most popular time to travel to San Francisco?

In San Francisco, the most popular month is December. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.

When should I book my flight from Chicago to San Francisco?

According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 29 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 5 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. You can also choose morning flights that are 100% cheaper than afternoon and evening flights. The cheapest day to book a flight from Chicago to San Francisco is Sunday.

What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between Chicago and San Francisco?

When you leave, you can leave from Chicago-Midway or Chicago-O'Hare, and you will arrive at Oakland or San Francisco.

How to reach Chicago airport from the city centre?

The airport Chicago-O'Hare is located 29 km, Chicago-Midway is located 12 km, Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field is located 4 km or Chicago FSS is located 29 km from the city centre. You can access it by using public transportation, taking a taxi, or renting a car.

Are there other means of transportation to go from Chicago to San Francisco?

Airplane is the only means of transportation listed on Liligo for this journey.

Are there big differences in weather between Chicago and San Francisco?

In summer, the average temperature is 17°C in San Francisco and 22°C in Chicago. The average rainfall in summer is 2 mm in San Francisco and 130 mm in Chicago. In summer, it is warmer in Chicago and it rains less in San Francisco. In winter, it is colder in San Francisco and it rains more in San Francisco.

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