San Jose, CA to Chicago, IL Flights

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Journey information

Overview: San Jose, CA to Chicago, IL flight

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Flights from San Jose, CA to Chicago, IL depart on average 30 times per day, taking around 12h 58m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $101 (€85) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
1836 miles (2956 km)
Average flight duration
12h 58m
Cheapest ticket price
$101 (€85)
Flights per day
30
Direct flights
1
Airlines
1
Fastest flight
10h 29m
Cheapest month to travel
October
First flight
17:41
Last flight
20:58
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

The cheapest and fastest flights from San Jose, CA to Chicago, IL

Showing times and prices for May 16

Cheapest price

$101

Average price

$354

Fastest journey

10 h 8 m

Average duration

10 h 19 m

Flights per day

2

Distance

2957 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from San Jose, 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 Jose, CA to Chicago, IL will cost around $354 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $101.

Fast flights

Of the 2 flights that leave San Jose, CA for Chicago, IL onFri, May 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, May 16 the direct flights cover the 2957 km distance in an average of 10 h 19 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 10 h 8 m .

On Fri, May 16 the longest flights will take 10 h 29 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.

Spirit Airlines
08:58PM10h29
San Jose, CA
07:27AMChicago, IL
$1011One-way
0 transfers
Spirit Airlines
07:35PM10h08
San Jose, CA
05:43AMChicago, IL
$6081One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for San Jose, CA to Chicago, IL

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Jose, CA to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €112. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 12h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.9 - 2.7kg.

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Bus

€272

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€261

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€321

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15h 58m

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12h 58m

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2d 63h 47m

Average duration

2d 63h 17m

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2d 64h 20m

Average duration

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8.9 - 17.7kg

CO2 emissions

0.9 - 2.7kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

3.0 - 7.4kg

CO2 emissions

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Airlines: United and American Airlines flights from San Jose, CA to Chicago, IL

Travel to Chicago, IL from San Jose, CA from $570 (€478) with Omio’s flight partners United and American Airlines! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular trip for you.

United Airlines is one of the USA’s leading airline and operates domestic and international routes. Economy, Premium Economy and Business are the ticket fares that the airline offers for your next flight between San Jose, CA and Chicago, IL.

Flight information from San Jose, CA to Chicago, IL with United:

  • Average Duration: 4 h 19 min
  • Cheapest Price: $570

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