Cheap flights from Illinois to San Jose from $119

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Alaska Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 11:24 am
ORD
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SJC
7h 04m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:13 am - 6:57 pm
SJC
-
ORD
9h 44m
1 stop
$241Alaska Airlines
Wed, Jul 29 - Wed, Aug 5
Southwest Logo
2:05 pm - 6:15 pm
MDW
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SJC
6h 10m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
11:00 pm - 5:00 am
SJC
-
MDW
4h 00mnonstop
$243Southwest
Sat, Aug 22 - Sat, Aug 29
United Airlines Logo
8:03 pm - 10:50 pm
ORD
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SJC
4h 47mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
12:51 pm - 10:45 pm
SJC
-
ORD
7h 54m
1 stop
$247United Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 19
Frontier Logo
12:46 pm - 1:29 pm
STL
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SJC
26h 43m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
2:24 pm - 11:51 am
SJC
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STL
19h 27m
1 stop
$252Frontier
Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 28
Delta Logo
7:29 am - 2:12 pm
ORD
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SJC
8h 43m
1 stop
Delta Logo
2:59 pm - 11:18 pm
SJC
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ORD
6h 19m
1 stop
$257Delta
Wed, Jul 22 - Sat, Jul 25
Frontier Logo
7:10 pm - 1:17 pm
STL
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SJC
20h 07m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
2:12 pm - 6:15 pm
SJC
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STL
26h 03m
1 stop
$262Frontier
Sun, Jul 26 - Sun, Aug 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:20 pm - 7:11 pm
ORD
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SJC
6h 51m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:23 pm - 6:17 am
SJC
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ORD
7h 54m
1 stop
$273Multiple Airlines
Wed, Aug 12 - Mon, Aug 17
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 11:24 am
ORD
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SJC
7h 04m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:12 pm - 5:37 am
SJC
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ORD
13h 25m
1 stop
$278Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jul 28 - Thu, Aug 6
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:47 am
MLI
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SJC
7h 47m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:30 am - 4:22 pm
SJC
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MLI
7h 52m
1 stop
$349Delta
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 12:00 pm
CMI
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SJC
7h 30m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 5:28 pm
SJC
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CMI
8h 58m
1 stop
$438United Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17

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Alaska Airlines flights from Illinois to San Jose, California

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Illinois to San Jose, California flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
Jul 29
ORD6:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl
7h 04m
1 stop
SJC11:24 amSan Jose
Aug 5
SJC7:13 amSan Jose
9h 44m
1 stop
ORD6:57 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$241
Alaska Airlines
Aug 15
ORD5:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
7h 56m
1 stop
SJC11:55 pmSan Jose
Aug 24
SJC10:12 amSan Jose
7h 09m
1 stop
ORD7:21 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$269
Alaska Airlines
Aug 6
ORD6:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl
7h 04m
1 stop
SJC11:24 amSan Jose
Aug 11
SJC5:02 pmSan Jose
18h 19m
1 stop
ORD1:21 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$288

Southwest flights from Illinois to San Jose, California

Our best Southwest deals on Illinois to San Jose, California flight tickets
Southwest
Aug 22
MDW2:05 pmChicago Midway
6h 10m
1 stop
SJC6:15 pmSan Jose
Aug 29
SJC11:00 pmSan Jose
4h 00m
MDW5:00 amChicago Midway
$243
Southwest
Sep 9
MDW5:15 pmChicago Midway
6h 25m
1 stop
SJC9:40 pmSan Jose
Sep 12
SJC11:00 pmSan Jose
4h 00m
MDW5:00 amChicago Midway
$247
Southwest
Aug 22
MDW2:05 pmChicago Midway
6h 10m
1 stop
SJC6:15 pmSan Jose
Aug 29
SJC6:30 amSan Jose
7h 35m
1 stop
MDW4:05 pmChicago Midway
$252

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoSan Jose

ORD - SJC

ORDSJC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/29

6:20 am-11:24 am

1 stop7h 04m

San Jose

Wed 8/5

7:13 am-6:57 pm

1 stop9h 44m

$241
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoSan Jose

MDW - SJC

MDWSJC

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/22

2:05 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop6h 10m

San Jose

Sat 8/29

11:00 pm-5:00 am

Nonstop4h 00m

$243

ChicagoSan Jose

ORD - SJC

ORDSJC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/12

8:03 pm-10:50 pm

Nonstop4h 47m

San Jose

Sat 9/19

12:51 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$247

St. LouisSan Jose

STL - SJC

STLSJC

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 9/24

12:46 pm-1:29 pm

1 stop26h 43m

San Jose

Mon 9/28

2:24 pm-11:51 am

1 stop19h 27m

$252

ChicagoSan Jose

ORD - SJC

ORDSJC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/22

7:29 am-2:12 pm

1 stop8h 43m

San Jose

Sat 7/25

2:59 pm-11:18 pm

1 stop6h 19m

$257

St. LouisSan Jose

STL - SJC

STLSJC

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 7/26

7:10 pm-1:17 pm

1 stop20h 07m

San Jose

Sun 8/2

2:12 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop26h 03m

$262

ChicagoSan Jose

ORD - SJC

ORDSJC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/12

2:20 pm-7:11 pm

1 stop6h 51m

San Jose

Mon 8/17

8:23 pm-6:17 am

1 stop7h 54m

$273

ChicagoSan Jose

ORD - SJC

ORDSJC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/28

6:20 am-11:24 am

1 stop7h 04m

San Jose

Thu 8/6

2:12 pm-5:37 am

1 stop13h 25m

$278

MolineSan Jose

MLI - SJC

MLISJC

Moline Quad-City

Tue 10/20

6:00 am-11:47 am

1 stop7h 47m

San Jose

Sat 10/24

6:30 am-4:22 pm

1 stop7h 52m

$349

ChampaignSan Jose

CMI - SJC

CMISJC

Champaign University-Willard

Sat 11/14

6:30 am-12:00 pm

1 stop7h 30m

San Jose

Tue 11/17

6:30 am-5:28 pm

1 stop8h 58m

$438

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

The month of October is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to San Jose, California from Illinois, with most prices found around $80. If you are unable to visit San Jose, California during the month of October, then departing from Illinois during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $91.

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 Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $407. 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 $689.

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 $387. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to San Jose, California, so prices are often more expensive at around $513 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 from Illinois 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 $438 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 $310 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Illinois to San Jose, California flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Cheap Illinois to San Jose, California flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$245

Fastest flight time

4h 25m

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 $245. The best round-trip flight deal from Illinois to San Jose, California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $380.
The fastest flight from Illinois to San Jose, California takes 4h 25m
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).

Frequently asked questions about flying from Illinois to San Jose, California

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to San Jose Airport?

    Prices for flights from Illinois to San Jose Airport refresh daily.

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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.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Illinois to San Jose, California?

Best airlines flying from Illinois to San Jose, California

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
FrontierPriceFrom $80Free CancellationRating
5.6
2,851 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $136Free CancellationRating
7.8
8,451 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $232Free CancellationRating
7.9
12,598 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $288Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,763 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $331Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,901 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $332Free CancellationRating
7.9
4,248 reviews
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