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Southwest Logo
9:00 am - 6:00 pm
SJO
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MDW
8h 00m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
10:10 am - 6:40 pm
MDW
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SJO
9h 30m
2 stops
$431Southwest
Thu, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 22
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9:00 am - 9:00 pm
SJO
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MDW
11h 00m
2 stops
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10:10 am - 6:40 pm
MDW
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SJO
9h 30m
2 stops
$436Southwest
Thu, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 22
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2:23 pm - 9:45 pm
SJO
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MDW
7h 22m
1 stop
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6:00 am - 1:05 pm
MDW
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SJO
7h 05m
1 stop
$476Delta
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
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
$487Delta
Tue, Aug 25 - Sun, Aug 30
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9:00 am - 9:30 pm
SJO
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MDW
11h 30m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
10:30 am - 6:40 pm
MDW
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SJO
9h 10m
1 stop
$500Southwest
Thu, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 22
Southwest Logo
9:00 am - 8:15 pm
SJO
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MDW
10h 15m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:05 am - 12:05 pm
MDW
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SJO
7h 00m
1 stop
$503Southwest
Thu, Oct 22 - Wed, Oct 28
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9:00 am - 5:40 pm
SJO
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MDW
7h 40m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
8:40 am - 6:40 pm
MDW
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SJO
11h 00m
2 stops
$504Southwest
Tue, Sep 1 - Sun, Sep 6
Delta Logo
1:14 pm - 10:36 pm
SJO
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MDW
8h 22m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:56 am
MDW
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SJO
6h 56m
1 stop
$511Delta
Tue, Aug 25 - Mon, Aug 31
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9:00 am - 8:15 pm
SJO
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MDW
10h 15m
2 stops
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5:10 am - 1:15 pm
MDW
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SJO
8h 05m
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$515Southwest
Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2
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9:00 am - 6:20 pm
SJO
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MDW
9h 20m
2 stops
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8:40 pm - 12:20 pm
MDW
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SJO
15h 40m
2 stops
$519Southwest
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9

Southwest flights from San José to Chicago Midway Airport

Our best Southwest deals on San José to Chicago Midway Airport flight tickets
Southwest
Sep 17
SJO9:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 00m
1 stop
MDW6:00 pmChicago Midway
Sep 22
MDW10:10 amChicago Midway
9h 30m
2 stops
SJO6:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$431
Southwest
Sep 17
SJO9:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
11h 00m
2 stops
MDW9:00 pmChicago Midway
Sep 22
MDW10:10 amChicago Midway
9h 30m
2 stops
SJO6:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$436
Southwest
May 28
SJO9:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 15m
2 stops
MDW8:15 pmChicago Midway
Jun 9
MDW12:00 pmChicago Midway
8h 40m
1 stop
SJO7:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$493

Delta flights from San José to Chicago Midway Airport

Our best Delta deals on San José to Chicago Midway Airport flight tickets
Delta
Nov 6
SJO2:23 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 22m
1 stop
MDW9:45 pmChicago Midway
Nov 9
MDW6:00 amChicago Midway
7h 05m
1 stop
SJO1:05 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$476
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
$487
Delta
Aug 25
SJO1:14 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 22m
1 stop
MDW10:36 pmChicago Midway
Aug 31
MDW6:00 amChicago Midway
6h 56m
1 stop
SJO11:56 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$511

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San JoséChicago

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/17

9:00 am-6:00 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Chicago Midway

Tue 9/22

10:10 am-6:40 pm

2 stops9h 30m

$431

San JoséChicago

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/17

9:00 am-9:00 pm

2 stops11h 00m

Chicago Midway

Tue 9/22

10:10 am-6:40 pm

2 stops9h 30m

$436
Quickest round-trip

San JoséChicago

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/6

2:23 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop7h 22m

Chicago Midway

Mon 11/9

6:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$476

San JoséChicago

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/25

1:14 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop8h 22m

Chicago Midway

Sun 8/30

6:05 am-11:49 am

1 stop6h 44m

$487

San JoséChicago

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/17

9:00 am-9:30 pm

1 stop11h 30m

Chicago Midway

Tue 9/22

10:30 am-6:40 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$500

San JoséChicago

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/22

9:00 am-8:15 pm

2 stops10h 15m

Chicago Midway

Wed 10/28

6:05 am-12:05 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$503

San JoséChicago

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/1

9:00 am-5:40 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Chicago Midway

Sun 9/6

8:40 am-6:40 pm

2 stops11h 00m

$504

San JoséChicago

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/25

1:14 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop8h 22m

Chicago Midway

Mon 8/31

6:00 am-11:56 am

1 stop6h 56m

$511

San JoséChicago

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/29

9:00 am-8:15 pm

2 stops10h 15m

Chicago Midway

Mon 11/2

5:10 am-1:15 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$515

San JoséChicago

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/6

9:00 am-6:20 pm

2 stops9h 20m

Chicago Midway

Mon 11/9

8:40 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops15h 40m

$519

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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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You could potentially save up to 72% on your flight if you consider stops on a San José to Chicago Midway Airport flight.

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Fastest flight time

7h 22m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San José to Chicago Midway Airport takes 7h 22m
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 22m 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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SouthwestPriceFrom $463Free CancellationRating
7.9
4,284 reviews
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