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Cheap flights from San José, San José Province to Chicago from $132

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These are some of the best round-trip flight deals from San José, San José Province to Chicago that have been recently found on momondo from popular airlines, departing in the coming months.
Spirit Airlines Logo
12:28 pm - 11:04 pmSJO-ORD
9h 36m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
7:35 pm - 11:33 amORD-SJO
16h 58m1 stop
$248Spirit Airlines
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Wed, May 21 - Sun, May 25
Spirit Airlines Logo
12:28 pm - 11:04 pmSJO-ORD
9h 36m1 stop
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4:35 pm - 11:33 amORD-SJO
19h 58m2 stops
$257Spirit Airlines
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Wed, May 21 - Sun, May 25
Copa Airlines Logo
4:10 am - 1:42 pmSJO-ORD
8h 32m1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
7:54 am - 4:52 pmORD-SJO
9h 58m1 stop
$311Copa Airlines
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Thu, Aug 28 - Mon, Sep 1
Avianca Logo
5:05 am - 4:05 pmSJO-ORD
10h 00m1 stop
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3:45 pm - 9:20 amORD-SJO
18h 35m1 stop
$312Avianca
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Sat, Aug 2 - Sun, Aug 10
Avianca Logo
5:45 am - 2:25 pmSJO-ORD
7h 40m1 stop
Avianca Logo
3:45 pm - 11:15 amORD-SJO
20h 30m2 stops
$323Avianca
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Wed, Jun 18 - Wed, Jul 2
Copa Airlines Logo
6:07 pm - 1:42 pmSJO-ORD
18h 35m1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
3:07 pm - 7:35 amORD-SJO
17h 28m1 stop
$332Copa Airlines
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Fri, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 18
Southwest Logo
1:40 pm - 12:05 amSJO-MDW
9h 25m1 stop
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5:05 am - 12:45 pmMDW-SJO
8h 40m1 stop
$426Southwest
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Thu, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 15
Southwest Logo
1:40 pm - 12:05 amSJO-MDW
9h 25m1 stop
Southwest Logo
9:00 am - 6:55 pmMDW-SJO
10h 55m2 stops
$430Southwest
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Thu, Aug 28 - Tue, Sep 2
Delta Logo
1:18 pm - 9:44 pmSJO-MDW
7h 26m1 stop
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:53 amMDW-SJO
6h 53m1 stop
$478Delta
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Mon, Sep 15 - Sat, Sep 20
Delta Logo
1:13 pm - 9:44 pmSJO-MDW
7h 31m1 stop
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:48 amMDW-SJO
6h 48m1 stop
$518Delta
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Mon, Oct 27 - Sat, Nov 1

Avianca flights from San José, San José Province to Chicago

Our best Avianca deals on San José, San José Province to Chicago flight tickets
Avianca
Aug 2
SJO5:05 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 00m
1 stop
ORD4:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 10
ORD3:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
18h 35m
1 stop
SJO9:20 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Avianca
Jun 18
SJO5:45 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 40m
1 stop
ORD2:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jul 2
ORD3:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
20h 30m
2 stops
SJO11:15 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Avianca
Aug 26
SJO4:20 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
21h 05m
1 stop
ORD2:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 31
ORD3:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
18h 35m
1 stop
SJO9:20 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Spirit Airlines flights from San José, San José Province to Chicago

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on San José, San José Province to Chicago flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
May 21
SJO12:28 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 36m
1 stop
ORD11:04 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
May 25
ORD7:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
16h 58m
1 stop
SJO11:33 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Spirit Airlines
May 21
SJO12:28 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 36m
1 stop
ORD11:04 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
May 25
ORD4:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
19h 58m
2 stops
SJO11:33 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Spirit Airlines
May 23
SJO11:32 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 57m
1 stop
ORD11:29 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
May 26
ORD4:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
18h 52m
1 stop
SJO10:27 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San José, San José Province and Chicago?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from San José, San José Province, with most prices found around $396. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in August, then July is your next best option. Flight prices from San José, San José Province to Chicago during July average around $422.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $330. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from San José, San José Province to Chicago for around $655.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is in the afternoon. Flights from San José, San José Province to Chicago during this time can be as low as $335. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $618.

What is the cheapest San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Chicago flight route?

Fly from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl for the best San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Chicago flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from San José, San José Province when booking 3 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $478 when searching 3 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from San José, San José Province for as low as $379 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Chicago flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Chicago flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have San José, San José Province to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of April 2025, prices for San José, San José Province to Chicago flights are approximately 40% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San José, San José Province to Chicago

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San José, San José Province to Chicago according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap San José, San José Province to Chicago (SJO to CHI) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$132

Fastest flight time

5h 34m

Direct flights

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Airports in Chicago

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The best one-way flight to Chicago from San José, San José Province in the past 72 hours is $132. The best round-trip flight deal from San José, San José Province to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $248.
The fastest flight from San José, San José Province to Chicago takes 5h 34m
Direct flights go from San José, San José Province to Chicago on Monday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. Airlines offering direct flights are: United Airlines and Avianca.
There are 2 airports near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW)

  • How far is San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Chicago by plane?

    A flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Chicago will travel around 2215.9 mi. Flights usually cover this in 7h 26m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Chicago?

    Prices for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Chicago are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Chicago?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Chicago?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Chicago.

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

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Chicago trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from San José, San José Province to Chicago?

  • What is the most popular airline from San José, San José Province to Chicago?


Best airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Chicago

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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $242Free CancellationRating
6.3
7,963 reviews
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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $311Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,414 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $321Free CancellationRating
6.7
2,317 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $434Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,934 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $446Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $446Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,696 reviews
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