Cheap flights from Illinois to San Jose from $91

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Frontier Logo
8:49 pm - 6:14 pm
ORD
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SJC
23h 25m1 stop
Frontier Logo
11:14 am - 9:11 pm
SJC
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ORD
7h 57m1 stop
$217Frontier
dom., ene. 11 - jue., ene. 15
Frontier Logo
5:11 am - 6:07 pm
ORD
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SJC
14h 56m2 stops
Frontier Logo
8:20 pm - 6:08 am
SJC
-
ORD
7h 48m1 stop
$252Frontier
jue., mar. 26 - lun., mar. 30
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:20 am - 5:33 pm
ORD
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SJC
11h 13m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:24 am - 11:59 pm
SJC
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ORD
11h 35m1 stop
$261Alaska Airlines
mié., feb. 18 - sáb., feb. 21
Alaska Airlines Logo
3:44 pm - 9:50 am
ORD
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SJC
20h 06m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
12:46 pm - 11:37 pm
SJC
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ORD
8h 51m1 stop
$262Alaska Airlines
mar., ene. 20 - mar., ene. 27
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 2:42 pm
ORD
-
SJC
8h 42m1 stop
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
11:00 am - 11:50 pm
SJC
-
ORD
10h 50m1 stop
$271Hawaiian Airlines
vie., ene. 23 - vie., ene. 30
Alaska Airlines Logo
3:44 pm - 5:34 pm
ORD
-
SJC
27h 50m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 5:10 pm
SJC
-
ORD
8h 55m1 stop
$272Alaska Airlines
mar., ene. 20 - dom., ene. 25
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 5:38 pm
STL
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SJC
12h 38m2 stops
Delta Logo
7:15 am - 9:38 pm
SJC
-
STL
12h 23m2 stops
$274Delta
mar., feb. 17 - sáb., feb. 21
Delta Logo
5:50 am - 12:13 pm
MLI
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SJC
8h 23m1 stop
Delta Logo
10:45 pm - 10:26 am
SJC
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MLI
9h 41m1 stop
$309Delta
mié., abr. 29 - mar., may. 5
American Airlines Logo
7:39 am - 6:34 pm
PIA
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SJC
12h 55m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 3:50 pm
SJC
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PIA
7h 50m1 stop
$314American Airlines
sáb., ene. 24 - sáb., ene. 31
American Airlines Logo
7:39 am - 6:34 pm
PIA
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SJC
12h 55m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
9:55 am - 9:43 pm
SJC
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PIA
9h 48m2 stops
$319American Airlines
sáb., ene. 24 - sáb., ene. 31

Alaska Airlines flights from Illinois to San Jose, California

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Illinois to San Jose, California flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
Jan 30
ORD8:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
8h 42m
1 stop
SJC2:42 pmSan Jose
Feb 1
SJC9:05 amSan Jose
12h 45m
1 stop
ORD11:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Alaska Airlines
Jan 27
ORD6:06 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
17h 42m
1 stop
SJC9:48 amSan Jose
Feb 4
SJC12:46 pmSan Jose
8h 51m
1 stop
ORD11:37 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Alaska Airlines
Feb 18
ORD8:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl
11h 13m
1 stop
SJC5:33 pmSan Jose
Feb 21
SJC2:53 pmSan Jose
7h 06m
1 stop
ORD11:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Southwest flights from Illinois to San Jose, California

Our best Southwest deals on Illinois to San Jose, California flight tickets
Southwest
Mar 21
STL7:30 pmLambert-St Louis
6h 00m
1 stop
SJC11:30 pmSan Jose
Mar 28
SJC6:15 pmSan Jose
5h 40m
1 stop
STL1:55 amLambert-St Louis
Southwest
Feb 13
MDW8:00 amChicago Midway
4h 50m
SJC10:50 amSan Jose
Feb 17
SJC6:30 amSan Jose
4h 10m
MDW12:40 pmChicago Midway
Southwest
Feb 27
MDW8:00 amChicago Midway
4h 50m
SJC10:50 amSan Jose
Mar 3
SJC8:40 amSan Jose
5h 55m
1 stop
MDW4:35 pmChicago Midway

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Depart

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ChicagoSan Jose

ORD - SJC

ORDSJC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 1/11

8:49 pm-6:14 pm

1 stop23h 25m

San Jose

jue. 1/15

11:14 am-9:11 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$217

ChicagoSan Jose

ORD - SJC

ORDSJC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 3/26

5:11 am-6:07 pm

2 stops14h 56m

San Jose

lun. 3/30

8:20 pm-6:08 am

1 stop7h 48m

$252

ChicagoSan Jose

ORD - SJC

ORDSJC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 2/18

8:20 am-5:33 pm

1 stop11h 13m

San Jose

sáb. 2/21

10:24 am-11:59 pm

1 stop11h 35m

$261

ChicagoSan Jose

ORD - SJC

ORDSJC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 1/20

3:44 pm-9:50 am

1 stop20h 06m

San Jose

mar. 1/27

12:46 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop8h 51m

$262

ChicagoSan Jose

ORD - SJC

ORDSJC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 1/23

8:00 am-2:42 pm

1 stop8h 42m

San Jose

vie. 1/30

11:00 am-11:50 pm

1 stop10h 50m

$271

ChicagoSan Jose

ORD - SJC

ORDSJC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 1/20

3:44 pm-5:34 pm

1 stop27h 50m

San Jose

dom. 1/25

6:15 am-5:10 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$272

St. LouisSan Jose

STL - SJC

STLSJC

Lambert-St Louis

mar. 2/17

7:00 am-5:38 pm

2 stops12h 38m

San Jose

sáb. 2/21

7:15 am-9:38 pm

2 stops12h 23m

$274

MolineSan Jose

MLI - SJC

MLISJC

Moline Quad-City

mié. 4/29

5:50 am-12:13 pm

1 stop8h 23m

San Jose

mar. 5/5

10:45 pm-10:26 am

1 stop9h 41m

$309

PeoriaSan Jose

PIA - SJC

PIASJC

Greater Peoria

sáb. 1/24

7:39 am-6:34 pm

2 stops12h 55m

San Jose

sáb. 1/31

6:00 am-3:50 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$314

PeoriaSan Jose

PIA - SJC

PIASJC

Greater Peoria

sáb. 1/24

7:39 am-6:34 pm

2 stops12h 55m

San Jose

sáb. 1/31

9:55 am-9:43 pm

2 stops9h 48m

$319

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Jose, California?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to San Jose, California from Illinois, with most prices found around $364. If you are unable to visit San Jose, California during the month of February, then departing from Illinois during the month October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $380.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Jose, California?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to San Jose, California from Illinois is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $440. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Illinois to San Jose, California for around $653.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Jose, California?

The cheapest time of day to fly to San Jose, California is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as $432. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to San Jose, California, so prices are often more expensive at around $503 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Illinois to San Jose flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to San Jose, California?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Jose, California from Illinois when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Jose, California for around $429 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Jose, California from Illinois for as low as $338 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Illinois to San Jose flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Illinois to San Jose 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 Illinois to San Jose, California flights?

You could potentially save up to 29% on your flight if you consider stops on a Illinois to San Jose, California flight.

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Best Price Found

$267

Fastest flight time

4h 35m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San Jose, California

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San Jose, California from Illinois in the past 72 hours is $267. The best round-trip flight deal from Illinois to San Jose, California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $468.
The fastest flight from Illinois to San Jose, California takes 4h 35m
Direct flights go from Illinois to San Jose, California every day.
There is 1 airport in San Jose, California. From Illinois there are direct flights to San Jose (SJC).
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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to San Jose Airport?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois to San Jose Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Jose Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your San Jose Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Jose Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from Illinois to San Jose, California

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Rating
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Price
FrontierPriceFrom $80Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,070 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $133Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,212 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $189Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,022 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $262Free CancellationRating
8.0
11,549 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $288Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,070 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $288Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,117 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $333Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,256 reviews
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