£79 Cheap American Airlines flights from San Francisco to Chicago (SFO→ORD)

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American Airlines flights from San Francisco to Chicago (SFO→ORD)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £79 for one-way flights and £207 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Sun, 8 Mar - Tue, 10 Mar
SFO
San Francisco
ORD
Chicago
£207 Return, found 2 days ago
£207
Return
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, 8 Mar from San Francisco to Chicago, returning Tue, 10 Mar, priced at £207 found 2 days ago

Alternative airports near Chicago

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to O'Hare Intl. ORD. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city centre is 23 minutes. Flights from £367
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city centre23 min
Flights from £367

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Chicago (ORD)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From £98 - £278 per traveller.
Flight from San Francisco to Chicago route information
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
O'Hare Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, JetBlue Airways
Popular airline
Alaska Airlines
Distance
2947 km
Average flight time
6 hours 17 mins

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Frequently asked questions

How much is an American Airlines flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Grab cheap return American Airlines flights from £207 from SFO to ORD by filtering your results from "Price (lowest to highest)" on Expedia. Or look for options from £79 for a one-way trip.**These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SFO to ORD with American Airlines?
Look for return or one-way flights to Chicago in January or February. You could find a cheap fare with American Airlines during these off-season months.
Does American Airlines fly nonstop from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Jet off on one of American Airlines's 13 direct weekly flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). To see your options, enter your origin, dates and destination and hit search. Next, apply the "Nonstop" and "Airline" filters.
How long does it take to fly from SFO to ORD with American Airlines?
It takes approximately 4h 18m to fly nonstop from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) with American Airlines.
Which day of the week has the most American Airlines flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
If you're looking for flexibility, Wednesday offers the most choice for American Airlines flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). Take your pick of 2 different departures.
What airports does American Airlines fly into in Chicago?
American Airlines flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Chicago arrive at O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) and Midway Intl. Airport (MDW). The main Chicago hub serviced by this carrier is ORD. It's worth comparing flights arriving at nearby airports on Expedia as they may have cheaper fares.
What type of plane does American Airlines fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
For the San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) route, American Airlines typically uses Boeing 737 MAX 8 and Boeing 737-800 planes. Don't forget that last-minute changes are possible for operational reasons, meaning your flight could be on another aircraft.
Can I change or cancel my American Airlines flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Depending on the ticket type you purchased, a fee typically applies if you modify or cancel your booking more than 24 hours after it has been confirmed. To find plane tickets with more flexibility, select our "Changes included" and "No cancel fee" boxes while searching for flights. For more details on cancelling or modifying your reservation, head to "Trips," select your flight and click on "Manage Booking."

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