Distance 1729 miles (2784 km) |
Average flight duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $83 (€67) |
Flights per day 25 |
Direct flights 8 |
Fastest flight 4h 21m |
Cheapest month to travel April |
First flight 05:00 |
Last flight 23:50 |
Cheapest price
$537
Average price
$901
Fastest journey
4 h 14 m
Average duration
4 h 15 m
Flights per day
44
Distance
2784 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Chicago, IL to San Diego, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chicago, IL to San Diego, CA will cost around $901 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $537.
Of the 44 flights that leave Chicago, IL for San Diego, CA onSun, Jul 20, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 20 the direct flights cover the 2784 km distance in an average of 4 h 15 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 4 h 14 m .
On Sun, Jul 20 the longest flights will take 4 h 16 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to San Diego, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €97. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 2.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €97, and a train costs an average of €164.
Distance: 1729 miles (2784 km)
Flight | Most popular Train | Bus |
---|---|---|
€234 Average price | €360 Average price | €229 Average price Cheapest |
7h 55m Average total duration Fastest 4h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 50h 8m Average total duration 49h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 45h 8m Average total duration 44h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
8.4 - 16.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.8 - 7.0kg CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:00 AM O'Hare International Airport | 15h49 | 2:49 AM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:00 AM O'Hare International Airport | 8h49 | 7:49 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:00 AM O'Hare International Airport | 12h55 | 11:55 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:00 AM O'Hare International Airport | 10h38 | 9:38 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:00 PM O'Hare International Airport | 15h03 | 3:03 AM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:00 PM O'Hare International Airport | 8h15 | 8:15 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:00 PM O'Hare International Airport | 12h22 | 12:22 AM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:14 PM O'Hare International Airport | 4h14 | 4:28 PM San Diego International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:14 PM O'Hare International Airport | 4h14 | 4:28 PM San Diego International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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You can travel by flight from Chicago, IL to San Diego, CA with American Airlines, United and Spirit Airlines for as low as $116 (€94). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.
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