United Airlines
Mo and We
starting at $228
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Flaut.Travel was designed and developed by a team dedicated to making the process of searching, comparing and booking airline tickets as easy and convenient as possible. Our service helps travelers to find and buy the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Chicago. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.
A direct flight is the easiest way to get to your destination. The following airlines operate non-stop flights from San Francisco to Chicago:
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United Airlines
Mo and We
starting at $228
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A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from San Francisco to Chicago, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.
San Francisco — Chicago
01/30/2026
Departure
Direct flight
AA2174
starting at $609
San Francisco — Chicago
01/31/2026
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UA2131
starting at $154
San Francisco — Chicago
02/03/2026
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UA1184
starting at $278
San Francisco — Chicago
02/05/2026
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AA2614
starting at $340
San Francisco — Chicago
03/08/2026
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WN3938
starting at $192
San Francisco — Chicago
03/13/2026
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AA2416
starting at $285
San Francisco — Chicago
08/18/2026
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Direct flight
AA991
starting at $166
San Francisco — Chicago
02/06/2026
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UA2090
starting at $254
San Francisco — Chicago
02/21/2026
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Direct flight
AA711
starting at $202
San Francisco — Chicago
03/12/2026
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AA2614
starting at $168
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starting at $80
starting at $144
More than 5 airlines operate flights from San Francisco to Chicago, including American Airlines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Frontier Airlines, and Alaska Airlines. This is a popular route, so passengers can choose tickets based on budget and preferences. Ticket prices start from $80, and our service lets you instantly compare all options. The variety of offers simplifies planning: you can choose budget fares or more comfortable options with baggage included or extra services. We help you find the best deals so your trip is cost-efficient.
The cheapest one-way flight from San Francisco to Chicago departs on 03/09/2026, is operated by Frontier Airlines and costs $80
The cheapest roundtrip flight from San Francisco to Chicago departs on 04/02/2026, is operated by Southwest Airlines and costs $144
Fastest flight from San Francisco to Chicago takes 3h 55m
There are direct flights on this route 6 days a week: Su, Tu, We, Th, Fr, and Sa
The distance between San Francisco and Chicago is 2984km (1850 miles). The average flight duration is 4h 17m. There are 53 direct flights from San Francisco to Chicago. The time difference between San Francisco and Chicago is 2h. Flights from San Francisco begin at 5:10 AM. The latest flight from San Francisco departs at 11:44 PM
We couldn't find any special offers for flights from San Francisco to Chicago
The cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Chicago according to data for the last 48 hours costs $80
Often the best time to buy tickets from San Francisco to Chicago is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from San Francisco to Chicago can be found flying in these months: February, August, March.
The fastest flights from San Francisco to Chicago start from 3 hours 55 minutes in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route San Francisco — Chicago: American Airlines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines
The cost of a one-way flight from San Francisco to Chicago ranges from $123 (February 2026) to $198 (January 2026). On average, the ticket price is about $158–$168.
