Cheap flights from San Diego to Chicago from $149

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Diego to Chicago departing on 8/28. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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8:25 am - 5:25 pm
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MDW
7h 00m
2 stops
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7:40 am - 2:25 pm
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SAN
8h 45m
2 stops
$267Southwest
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
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6:30 am - 12:20 pm
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MDW
3h 50mnonstop
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5:25 am - 7:50 am
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SAN
4h 25mnonstop
$267Southwest
Sat, Oct 10 - Fri, Oct 16
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6:15 am - 4:59 pm
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MDW
8h 44m
1 stop
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2:00 pm - 8:37 pm
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SAN
8h 37m
1 stop
$267Delta
Wed, Sep 2 - Thu, Sep 10
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3:00 pm - 11:45 pm
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MDW
6h 45m
1 stop
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5:15 am - 9:20 am
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SAN
6h 05m
1 stop
$267Southwest
Tue, Oct 27 - Fri, Oct 30
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6:20 am - 5:05 pm
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MDW
8h 45m
2 stops
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10:15 am - 3:10 pm
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6h 55m
2 stops
$267Southwest
Sat, Aug 29 - Sat, Sep 5
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6:55 am - 12:55 pm
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6:10 am - 8:20 am
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4h 10mnonstop
$267Southwest
Wed, Sep 9 - Sun, Sep 13
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5:50 pm - 11:50 pm
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6:10 am - 8:20 am
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$267Southwest
Thu, Sep 24 - Sun, Sep 27
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10:40 pm - 4:30 am
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6:05 pm - 8:25 pm
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4h 20mnonstop
$267Southwest
Fri, Sep 18 - Sat, Sep 19
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5:50 pm - 11:50 pm
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6:10 am - 8:20 am
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4h 10mnonstop
$267Southwest
Fri, Sep 18 - Sun, Sep 20
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12:32 pm - 10:36 pm
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8h 04m
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7h 50m
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$269Delta
Wed, Aug 19 - Mon, Aug 24

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Southwest flights from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport

Our best Southwest deals on San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport flight tickets
Southwest
Aug 29
SAN6:20 amSan Diego
8h 45m
2 stops
MDW5:05 pmChicago Midway
Sep 5
MDW10:15 amChicago Midway
6h 55m
2 stops
SAN3:10 pmSan Diego
$267
Southwest
Sep 11
SAN7:55 amSan Diego
7h 10m
2 stops
MDW5:05 pmChicago Midway
Sep 15
MDW3:10 pmChicago Midway
5h 45m
1 stop
SAN6:55 pmSan Diego
$268
Southwest
Sep 10
SAN9:00 pmSan Diego
6h 50m
1 stop
MDW5:50 amChicago Midway
Sep 15
MDW10:30 amChicago Midway
6h 55m
2 stops
SAN3:25 pmSan Diego
$272

Frontier flights from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport

Our best Frontier deals on San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport flight tickets
Frontier
Aug 11
SAN6:35 amSan Diego
8h 16m
1 stop
MDW4:51 pmChicago Midway
Aug 18
MDW11:50 amChicago Midway
29h 00m
2 stops
SAN2:50 pmSan Diego
$329
Frontier
Aug 14
SAN6:35 amSan Diego
8h 47m
1 stop
MDW5:22 pmChicago Midway
Aug 23
MDW9:26 pmChicago Midway
20h 15m
1 stop
SAN3:41 pmSan Diego
$355
Frontier
Aug 8
SAN6:35 amSan Diego
8h 51m
1 stop
MDW5:26 pmChicago Midway
Aug 17
MDW11:06 amChicago Midway
29h 44m
2 stops
SAN2:50 pmSan Diego
$378

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated July 31, 2026.
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Cheapest round-trip

San DiegoChicago

SAN - MDW

SANMDW

San Diego

Tue 11/10

8:25 am-5:25 pm

2 stops7h 00m

Chicago Midway

Sat 11/14

7:40 am-2:25 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$267

San DiegoChicago

SAN - MDW

SANMDW

San Diego

Sat 10/10

6:30 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

Chicago Midway

Fri 10/16

5:25 am-7:50 am

Nonstop4h 25m

$267

San DiegoChicago

SAN - MDW

SANMDW

San Diego

Wed 9/2

6:15 am-4:59 pm

1 stop8h 44m

Chicago Midway

Thu 9/10

2:00 pm-8:37 pm

1 stop8h 37m

$267

San DiegoChicago

SAN - MDW

SANMDW

San Diego

Tue 10/27

3:00 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Chicago Midway

Fri 10/30

5:15 am-9:20 am

1 stop6h 05m

$267

San DiegoChicago

SAN - MDW

SANMDW

San Diego

Sat 8/29

6:20 am-5:05 pm

2 stops8h 45m

Chicago Midway

Sat 9/5

10:15 am-3:10 pm

2 stops6h 55m

$267
Quickest round-trip

San DiegoChicago

SAN - MDW

SANMDW

San Diego

Wed 9/9

6:55 am-12:55 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

Chicago Midway

Sun 9/13

6:10 am-8:20 am

Nonstop4h 10m

$267

San DiegoChicago

SAN - MDW

SANMDW

San Diego

Thu 9/24

5:50 pm-11:50 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

Chicago Midway

Sun 9/27

6:10 am-8:20 am

Nonstop4h 10m

$267

San DiegoChicago

SAN - MDW

SANMDW

San Diego

Fri 9/18

10:40 pm-4:30 am

Nonstop3h 50m

Chicago Midway

Sat 9/19

6:05 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

$267

San DiegoChicago

SAN - MDW

SANMDW

San Diego

Fri 9/18

5:50 pm-11:50 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

Chicago Midway

Sun 9/20

6:10 am-8:20 am

Nonstop4h 10m

$267

San DiegoChicago

SAN - MDW

SANMDW

San Diego

Wed 8/19

12:32 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop8h 04m

Chicago Midway

Mon 8/24

5:10 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$269

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Diego and Chicago Midway Airport?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $300 to $410.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $267.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago Midway Airport?

The month of December is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago Midway Airport from San Diego, with most prices found around $251. If you are unable to visit Chicago Midway Airport during the month of December, then departing from San Diego during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $264.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago Midway Airport?

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Chicago Midway Airport from San Diego. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was $377. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to depart from San Diego because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $541.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago Midway Airport?

Flying to Chicago Midway Airport from San Diego in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $354 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $447. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest San Diego to Chicago Midway flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago Midway Airport from San Diego when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago Midway Airport for around $335 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago Midway Airport from San Diego for as low as $139 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport 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 San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport.

How have San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2026, prices for San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport flights are approximately 111% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$216

Fastest flight time

3h 45m

Direct flights

Every day
The best one-way flight to Chicago Midway Airport from San Diego in the past 72 hours is $216. The best round-trip flight deal from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $318.
The fastest flight from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport takes 3h 45m
Direct flights go from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport every day.

Frequently asked questions about flying from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport

  • How far is San Diego to Chicago Midway by plane?

    A flight from San Diego to Chicago Midway will travel around 1723.1 mi. Flights usually cover this in 3h 45m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Chicago Midway Airport?

    Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Chicago Midway Airport refresh daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to Chicago Midway Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to Chicago Midway 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 San Diego Airport to Chicago Midway Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago Midway Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago Midway 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 Chicago Midway Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport?

  • What is the most popular airline from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport?

Best airlines flying from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
SouthwestPriceFrom $205Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,226 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport

    The lowest priced Southwest flight from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport from the last 72 hours was $205. Generally, Southwest has 15 flights on this route every week with an average price of $372. Southwest is rated 8.0/10 by our users.

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