Cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco from £116
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 23/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — SFO
11 Dec — 18 Dec1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl to San Francisco are usually found in February or January, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday
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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 November 2026.
Sat 19/1219:58 -
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Deal found 9/11£225
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Deal found 9/11£240
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Deal found 9/11£249
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Deal found 10/11£254
Best flights from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco
Discover carefully curated flight deals from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 11 November 2026.
Tue 12/109:02 -
Nonstop5h 08m
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Nonstop4h 23m
Deal found 11/11£247
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Deal found 10/11£258
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1 stop14h 06m
Deal found 11/11£316
Wed 9/1220:00 -
Nonstop4h 58m
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Nonstop4h 24m
Deal found 11/11£262
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Mon 28/1213:00 -
1 stop7h 14m
Deal found 11/11£291
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Deal found 9/11£322
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Nonstop4h 26m
Deal found 11/11£297
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Deal found 9/11£312
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Deal found 8/11£349
Direct flights from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco
Explore direct flight options from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 11 November 2026.
Sat 19/1206:00 -
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Deal found 9/11£240
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Deal found 11/11£261
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Sat 26/1218:53 -
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Deal found 11/11£272
Last-minute flights from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco
Discover last-minute flight deals from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco. Data last updated 11 November 2026 and is based on user searches.
Thu 3/1206:40 -
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Deal found 11/11£232
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Deal found 9/11£253
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Deal found 7/11£251
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Nonstop4h 29m
Deal found 11/11£247
One-way flights from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco
Search for one-way flight options from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 11 November 2026.
Wed 23/1219:58 -
1 stop14h 54m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/11£116
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Deal found 8/11£120
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Deal found 9/11£139
Find flight deals from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 11 November 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 11 November 2026.
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ChicagoSan Francisco
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - SFO San Francisco
ORDSFO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 23/12
22:00-01:08
Nonstop5h 08m
San Francisco
Wed 31/12
00:00-02:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£120
ChicagoSan Francisco
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - SFO San Francisco
ORDSFO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 19/12
06:00-09:01
Nonstop5h 01m
San Francisco
Wed 31/12
00:00-02:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£124
ChicagoSan Francisco
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - SFO San Francisco
ORDSFO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 22/12
14:27-22:11
1 stop9h 44m
San Francisco
Wed 31/12
00:00-02:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£128
ChicagoSan Francisco
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - SFO San Francisco
ORDSFO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 24/12
19:57-23:05
Nonstop5h 08m
San Francisco
Wed 31/12
00:00-02:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£131
ChicagoSan Francisco
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - SFO San Francisco
ORDSFO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 7/1
09:58-17:32
1 stop9h 34m
San Francisco
Wed 31/12
00:00-02:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£139
Fastest return journey
ChicagoSan Francisco
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - SFO San Francisco
ORDSFO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 29/3
14:21-17:18
Nonstop4h 57m
San Francisco
Wed 31/12
00:00-02:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£149
ChicagoSan Francisco
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - SFO San Francisco
ORDSFO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 2/12
07:27-17:31
2 stops12h 04m
San Francisco
Wed 31/12
00:00-02:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£153
ChicagoSan Francisco
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - SFO San Francisco
ORDSFO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 4/12
18:47-14:12
1 stop21h 25m
San Francisco
Wed 31/12
00:00-02:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£153
ChicagoSan Francisco
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - SFO San Francisco
ORDSFO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 9/5
07:20-13:10
1 stop7h 50m
San Francisco
Wed 31/12
00:00-02:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£153
ChicagoSan Francisco
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - SFO San Francisco
ORDSFO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 3/1
19:58-08:52
1 stop14h 54m
San Francisco
Wed 31/12
00:00-02:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£157
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Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco?
The price you pay for your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 57 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco (average of £279). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco in November is currently the most expensive (average of £361). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ORD to SFO?
Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 11 November 2026.
Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 60% on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets in the morning.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco flights typically cost between £281 and £487 in December.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £225 on Alaska Airlines (19 Dec–9 Jan).
Weekly flight availability from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco
Explore weekly flight availability from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 11 November 2026.
The most flights from ORD to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (96 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (60 on average).
How often are flights from Chicago to San Francisco delayed?
About 26% of weekly flights between Chicago and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 176 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Chicago to San Francisco flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chicago to San Francisco flights?
Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 23% of flights being delayed.
Related info for your journey
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What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Chicago O'Hare Intl?
San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl to San Francisco. You should not have trouble finding flights to San Francisco from Chicago O'Hare Intl; the airport handles an average of 73 inbound flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 0 airlines have flights to the San Francisco airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl. It is only a 11.0 mi journey from San Francisco (SFO) to San Francisco’s city center.
How long is the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco?
A quick flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco can take about 5h 08m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £247. Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and San Francisco are separated by a distance of 1841 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco?
Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco on time: ANA (89%), Porter Airlines (86%), Lufthansa (85%).
What are the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco?
While on average a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco is generally £850, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £461. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - San Francisco), you can expect to pay £304 for that flight.
Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on O'Hare Intl to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco.
Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco (average of £279). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Francisco in November is currently the most expensive (average of £361). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
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