Distance 1729 miles (2784 km) |
Average flight duration 4h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $106 (€85) |
Flights per day 22 |
Direct flights 6 |
Fastest flight 4h 17m |
Cheapest month to travel September |
First flight 05:00 |
Last flight 23:50 |
Cheapest price
$221
Average price
$772
Fastest journey
4 h 11 m
Average duration
4 h 16 m
Flights per day
44
Distance
2784 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from San Diego, CA to Chicago, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Diego, CA to Chicago, IL will cost around $772 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $221.
Of the 44 flights that leave San Diego, CA for Chicago, IL 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 16 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 4 h 11 m .
On Sun, Jul 20 the longest flights will take 4 h 22 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 San Diego, CA to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €85. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 28m. 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 flight costs an average of €85, and a train costs an average of €168.
Distance: 1729 miles (2784 km)
Flight | Most popular Train |
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€202 Average price Cheapest | €279 Average price |
7h 28m Average total duration Fastest 4h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 50h 3m Average total duration 49h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
8.4 - 16.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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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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![]() | 1:15 PM San Diego International Airport | 4h22 | 5:37 PM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:15 PM San Diego International Airport | 5h58 | 7:13 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:15 PM San Diego International Airport | 10h29 | 11:44 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:00 PM San Diego International Airport | 14h39 | 4:39 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:15 PM San Diego International Airport | 14h44 | 4:59 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:15 PM San Diego International Airport | 10h27 | 12:42 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:39 PM San Diego International Airport | 8h39 | 11:18 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:00 PM San Diego International Airport | 7h42 | 12:42 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:00 PM San Diego International Airport | 11h59 | 4:59 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:46 PM San Diego International Airport | 4h26 | 10:12 PM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:46 PM San Diego International Airport | 4h26 | 10:12 PM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:50 PM San Diego International Airport | 5h54 | 11:44 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:12 PM San Diego International Airport | 15h28 | 10:40 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:12 PM San Diego International Airport | 9h47 | 4:59 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:12 PM San Diego International Airport | 4h23 | 12:35 AM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:12 PM San Diego International Airport | 4h23 | 12:35 AM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:45 PM San Diego International Airport | 13h55 | 10:40 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:45 PM San Diego International Airport | 8h14 | 4:59 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:15 PM San Diego International Airport | 7h24 | 4:39 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:50 PM San Diego International Airport | 4h19 | 2:09 AM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:50 PM San Diego International Airport | 4h19 | 2:09 AM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:35 PM San Diego International Airport | 12h05 | 10:40 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
Sunday, July 20 | |||||
![]() | 12:51 AM San Diego International Airport | 9h49 | 10:40 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:00 AM San Diego International Airport | 9h03 | 11:03 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:05 AM San Diego International Airport | 8h35 | 10:40 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:05 AM San Diego International Airport | 15h02 | 5:07 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:37 AM San Diego International Airport | 14h30 | 6:07 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:45 AM San Diego International Airport | 13h22 | 5:07 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:45 AM San Diego International Airport | 15h28 | 7:13 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:45 AM San Diego International Airport | 4h11 | 9:56 AM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:45 AM San Diego International Airport | 4h11 | 9:56 AM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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For as little as $79 (€63) you can travel by flight between San Diego, CA and Chicago, IL with United, Spirit Airlines and American Airlines. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this route.
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