Cheap flights from Chicago to San Diego from $44
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Flight information for Chicago to San Diego
(CHI to SAN)
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Best Price Found | $44 |
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Fastest flight time | 4h 00m |
Direct flights | Every day |
Airports in San Diego | 1 airport |
How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to San Diego
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What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to San Diego?
January. The cheapest time of year to fly to San Diego from Chicago is January. Most expensive is July
What is the cheapest day to depart Chicago for San Diego?
Tuesday. The cheapest day of the week is typically Tuesday. The most expensive is typically Sunday
When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to San Diego?
In the morning. Chicago to San Diego flights are approximately 14% more expensive in the afternoon than in the morning
What is the cheapest airline that flies to San Diego from Chicago?
Frontier. Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to San Diego
What is the cheapest Chicago to San Diego flight route?
Chicago Midway - San Diego. Fly from Chicago Midway to San Diego for the best Chicago - San Diego flight prices
How far in advance should you book Chicago to San Diego flights?
41 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from Chicago to San Diego is approximately 41 days to departure
How many flights depart from Chicago to San Diego on average per day?
The number of flights available between Chicago and San Diego is 25 per day as of September 2023. The most frequent departure time is 2:00PM, with 50% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.
How many flights depart from Chicago to San Diego on average per week?
179 flights are operational weekly from Chicago to San Diego as of September 2023. The most popular departure day for this route is Monday, with 19% of flights per week taking off on this day.
What cabin class options are available on Chicago to San Diego flights?
There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago to San Diego flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
Can stopping save me money on Chicago to San Diego flights?
You could potentially save up to 22% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to San Diego flight.
When you’re planning your trip from Chicago to San Diego, the most popular airport-to-airport route is Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Diego Airport. You may be looking for an airport near Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to depart from when traveling to San Diego and Chicago Midway Airport, located in Chicago is a great option. When traveling from Chicago, it is helpful to have an alternative airport to fly into when you land in San Diego. Good options for arrival airports in San Diego, you can try Ontario Airport (in Ontario), Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (in Santa Ana), or Palm Springs Airport (in Palm Springs). In September, $99 is typically the cheapest round trip price you’ll find from Chicago to San Diego which you can find when you fly MDW — SAN.
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Best airlines flying from Chicago to San Diego
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Chicago to San Diego with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $116 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.0 2,809 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $118 | Free Cancellation | Rating 5.8 1,041 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $118 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.8 1,565 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $216 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.9 3,001 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $218 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 2,716 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $251 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.1 2,890 reviews |
Alaska Airlines Flights From Chicago to San Diego
Alaska Airlines flies from Chicago to San Diego around 11 times per week, with 3,001 momondo users rating the airline 7.9/10. The cheapest Alaska Airlines deal from Chicago to San Diego in the last 72 hours was $216 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $442 for Alaska Airlines flights on this route.
United Airlines Flights From Chicago to San Diego
$218 is the best United Airlines flight deal from Chicago to San Diego found on momondo over the last 72 hours. The average United Airlines ticket price found was closer to $433, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. United Airlines (7.2/10 from 2,716 user reviews) flies into San Diego from Chicago 21 times in an average week so prices can vary.
American Airlines flights from Chicago to San Diego
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Frontier flights from Chicago to San Diego
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How far is Chicago to San Diego by plane?
There are 1730.3 mi between Chicago and San Diego. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 4h 17m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to San Diego Airport?
Prices for flights from Chicago to San Diego Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to San Diego Airport?
As of September 2023, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Chicago to San Diego Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to San Diego Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Chicago to San Diego Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Diego Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Diego Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Diego Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Chicago to San Diego?
Finding the right flight to San Diego from Chicago is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to San Diego quick and easy, saving you time and money.
Can I find flights from Chicago to San Diego with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Flights from Chicago to San Diego with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.
How can momondo help me find flights from Chicago to San Diego?
momondo provides multiple filters to help you find the best flight to San Diego from Chicago. Filter by price, airline, airports, cabin, aircraft, payment method, number of stops and more.
I’m not ready to book a flight from Chicago to San Diego right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
If you are simply researching potential flights to San Diego, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to San Diego from Chicago and alert you when they change.