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Delta Logo
1:16 pm - 10:15 pm
SJO
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MDW
7h 59m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:51 am
MDW
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SJO
6h 51m
1 stop
$521Delta
Thu, Jul 23 - Wed, Jul 29
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9:00 am - 8:15 pm
SJO
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MDW
10h 15m
2 stops
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11:35 am - 7:40 pm
MDW
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SJO
9h 05m
1 stop
$539Southwest
Fri, May 29 - Thu, Jun 4
Southwest Logo
1:40 pm - 11:00 pm
SJO
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MDW
8h 20m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
10:15 am - 7:40 pm
MDW
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SJO
10h 25m
2 stops
$557Southwest
Thu, Jul 23 - Wed, Jul 29
Southwest Logo
1:40 pm - 11:10 pm
SJO
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MDW
8h 30m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
10:25 am - 6:00 pm
MDW
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SJO
8h 35m
1 stop
$565Southwest
Wed, Aug 12 - Sat, Aug 22
Southwest Logo
9:00 am - 7:00 pm
SJO
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MDW
9h 00m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
11:35 am - 7:40 pm
MDW
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SJO
9h 05m
1 stop
$576Southwest
Fri, May 29 - Thu, Jun 4
Delta Logo
1:14 pm - 10:36 pm
SJO
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MDW
8h 22m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:05 am - 11:49 am
MDW
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SJO
6h 44m
1 stop
$584Delta
Sat, Aug 15 - Wed, Aug 19
Southwest Logo
8:45 am - 8:10 pm
SJO
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MDW
10h 25m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
12:00 pm - 7:40 pm
MDW
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SJO
8h 40m
1 stop
$586Southwest
Fri, Jun 5 - Tue, Jun 9
Delta Logo
1:16 pm - 10:15 pm
SJO
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MDW
7h 59m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:51 am
MDW
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SJO
6h 51m
1 stop
$594Delta
Wed, Jul 29 - Sun, Aug 2
Southwest Logo
9:00 am - 7:45 pm
SJO
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MDW
9h 45m
2 stops
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6:30 am - 7:40 pm
MDW
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SJO
14h 10m
2 stops
$598Southwest
Tue, Jun 2 - Wed, Jun 17
Southwest Logo
1:40 pm - 11:10 pm
SJO
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MDW
8h 30m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
10:10 am - 6:00 pm
MDW
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SJO
8h 50m
2 stops
$602Southwest
Wed, Aug 12 - Sat, Aug 22

Southwest flights from San José to Chicago Midway Airport

Our best Southwest deals on San José to Chicago Midway Airport flight tickets
Southwest
Oct 6
SJO1:00 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 00m
1 stop
MDW11:00 pmChicago Midway
Oct 12
MDW8:40 pmChicago Midway
16h 00m
2 stops
SJO11:40 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$453
Southwest
Oct 6
SJO1:00 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 00m
1 stop
MDW11:00 pmChicago Midway
Oct 12
MDW8:20 pmChicago Midway
10h 40m
1 stop
SJO6:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$463
Southwest
Sep 10
SJO9:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 00m
1 stop
MDW6:00 pmChicago Midway
Sep 15
MDW10:10 amChicago Midway
9h 30m
2 stops
SJO6:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$485

Delta flights from San José to Chicago Midway Airport

Our best Delta deals on San José to Chicago Midway Airport flight tickets
Delta
Aug 25
SJO1:14 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 22m
1 stop
MDW10:36 pmChicago Midway
Aug 30
MDW6:05 amChicago Midway
6h 44m
1 stop
SJO11:49 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$476
Delta
Nov 14
SJO7:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 45m
1 stop
MDW9:45 pmChicago Midway
Nov 28
MDW10:35 amChicago Midway
11h 40m
1 stop
SJO10:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$487
Delta
Nov 14
SJO7:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 45m
1 stop
MDW9:45 pmChicago Midway
Nov 28
MDW10:35 amChicago Midway
11h 40m
1 stop
SJO10:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$511

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San JoséChicago

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/23

1:16 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Chicago Midway

Wed 7/29

6:00 am-11:51 am

1 stop6h 51m

$521

San JoséChicago

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/29

9:00 am-8:15 pm

2 stops10h 15m

Chicago Midway

Thu 6/4

11:35 am-7:40 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$539

San JoséChicago

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/23

1:40 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Chicago Midway

Wed 7/29

10:15 am-7:40 pm

2 stops10h 25m

$557

San JoséChicago

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/12

1:40 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop8h 30m

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/22

10:25 am-6:00 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$565

San JoséChicago

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/29

9:00 am-7:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Chicago Midway

Thu 6/4

11:35 am-7:40 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$576

San JoséChicago

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 8/15

1:14 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop8h 22m

Chicago Midway

Wed 8/19

6:05 am-11:49 am

1 stop6h 44m

$584

San JoséChicago

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/5

8:45 am-8:10 pm

1 stop10h 25m

Chicago Midway

Tue 6/9

12:00 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$586

San JoséChicago

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/29

1:16 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Chicago Midway

Sun 8/2

6:00 am-11:51 am

1 stop6h 51m

$594

San JoséChicago

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/2

9:00 am-7:45 pm

2 stops9h 45m

Chicago Midway

Wed 6/17

6:30 am-7:40 pm

2 stops14h 10m

$598

San JoséChicago

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/12

1:40 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop8h 30m

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/22

10:10 am-6:00 pm

2 stops8h 50m

$602

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

The month of November is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago Midway Airport from San José, with most prices found around $0. If you are unable to visit Chicago Midway Airport during the month of November, then departing from San José during the month June is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $0.

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Fastest flight time

7h 21m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San José to Chicago Midway Airport takes 7h 21m
There are no direct flights from San José to Chicago Midway Airport. There are no popular flight routes from San José to Chicago Midway Airport.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from San José to Chicago Midway Airport

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

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl and Chicago Midway are 2210.5 mi apart from one another. Typically, this will take 7h 21m by plane in normal conditions.

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

    Prices for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Chicago Midway Airport are updated daily.

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

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San José Juan Santamaria Intl 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 airline from San José to Chicago Midway Airport?

Best airlines flying from San José to Chicago Midway Airport

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Free Cancellation
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SouthwestPriceFrom $463Free CancellationRating
7.9
4,287 reviews
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