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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to San Diego (ORD-SAN)

 
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Flights from Chicago to San Diego - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chicago to San Diego to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Diego?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Diego is September, where tickets cost £238 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and June, where the average cost of tickets is £383 and £371 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Diego?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Diego, you should book around 5 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 7 days before departure.

How many flights are there between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and San Diego per day?

Each day, there are between 9 and 13 nonstop flights that take off from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and land in San Diego, with an average flight time of 4h 21m. The most common departure time is 16:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 71 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Wednesday, when 18% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Monday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and San Diego?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are First and Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

What’s the earliest departure time from Chicago to San Diego?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at 07:18 and will be landing in San Diego at 09:36.

What’s the latest departure time from Chicago to San Diego?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Diego jets off at 21:10 and lands at 23:29.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Chicago to San Diego

Low season

January

High season

March
Best time to beat the crowds (11% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (15% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Chicago to San Diego

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to San Diego based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Chicago to San Diego flights

  • What kinds of flights are available from the O’Hare International Airport in Chicago (ORD) to the San Diego International Airport (SAN)?

    If you are looking for an easy and convenient flight from Chicago to San Diego, you will be glad to know that there are several direct departures per day. These are typically operated by either American Airlines or United Airlines. Or, if you are looking to save money, you can find some flights that require one layover, typically operated by Spirit Airlines with a stop in Las Vegas (LAS). However, it is good to know that the direct departures are more frequent than the indirect routes.

  • How do I get from downtown Chicago to the O’Hare International Airport (ORD)?

    It takes about 40min by car to reach ORD from downtown Chicago. So, rideshares such as Lyft or Uber or a taxi will cost about $50. Or, you can take public transport. The CTA Blue Line costs about $2.50 for about a 30min ride.

  • What is the best way to get to downtown San Diego from the San Diego International Airport (SAN)?

    Downtown San Diego is less than a 10min drive from the airport, so you can easily take a rideshare like Uber or Lyft or take a taxi. Alternatively, you can take the COASTER commuter train or the Amtrak InterCity train.

  • What other cities are served by the San Diego International Airport (SAN)?

    There are several other cities served by the San Diego airport. These include the nearby Chula Vista, Imperial Beach, National City, the entire San Diego Bay, and up north to Del Mar.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Chicago to San Diego?

    American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, PSA Airlines, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Chicago to San Diego flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to San Diego?

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago to San Diego flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to San Diego?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Chicago and San Diego, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Chicago to San Diego?

    There are direct flights from Chicago to San Diego on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to San Diego?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to San Diego.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to San Diego?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Diego from Chicago is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to San Diego?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to San Diego with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to San Diego?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Diego from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Chicago to San Diego

  • Are you going on an extended trip to San Diego and will need to leave your vehicle at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport (ORD) while you are gone? There are several choices here for long term parking. You can make use of the main garage, the economy lots, or the daily lot.
  • If you are arriving at ORD early and need a way to kill some time before takeoff, you can browse through the Public Art Program, which features several exhibitions located throughout the entire airport. Or, relieve stress in the yoga room in the terminal 3 rotunda on the mezzanine level.
  • Both the O’Hare International Airport in Chicago (ORD) and the San Diego International Airport (SAN) offer assistance for passengers with limited mobility. ORD offers wheelchair rental and assistance navigating the airport before departure along with a shower facility that is accessible. SAN also offers wheelchair and navigation assistance as well as accessible transport options.
  • If you are picking up a rental vehicle when you land in San Diego, you will pick it up at the Consolidated Rental Car Center. This is accessible via a free shuttle bus directly from outside the terminal.
  • If you are departing from ORD with a furry friend, you will be happy to know that there is a pet relief area near gate K1 in the terminal 3 rotunda. You will find other relief areas outside the terminal before you go through security.
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Prefer to fly direct from Chicago to San Diego?

Find which airlines fly direct from O'Hare Intl to San Diego, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Chicago O'Hare Intl to San Diego

Monday

Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +14 more

Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +15 more

Tuesday

Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +15 more

Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +16 more

Wednesday

Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +14 more

Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +15 more

Thursday

Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +15 more

Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +16 more

Friday

Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +14 more

Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +15 more

Saturday

Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +15 more

Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +16 more

Sunday

Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +15 more

Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +16 more

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Direct returns

San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +13 more

Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +14 more

Tuesday

Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +15 more

Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +16 more

Wednesday

Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +14 more

Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +15 more

Thursday

Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +14 more

Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +15 more

Friday

Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +15 more

Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +16 more

Saturday

Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +15 more

Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +16 more

Sunday

Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +15 more

Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +16 more

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directQatar Airways
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directAir Canada
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directJapan Airlines
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directAer Lingus
4h 19mORD-SAN
directAustrian Airlines
4h 13mORD-SAN
directEmirates
4h 12mORD-SAN
directSWISS
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directUnited Airlines
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directAlaska Airlines
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directCathay Pacific
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directFinnair
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directRoyal Jordanian
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directIberia
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directBrussels Airlines
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directLufthansa
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directBritish Airways
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directGulf Air
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