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Cheap flights from San José to Chicago from $186

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 José to Chicago departing on 10/7. 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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Southwest Logo
1:40 pm - 11:10 pm
SJO
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MDW
8h 30m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
10:10 am - 6:40 pm
MDW
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SJO
9h 30m
2 stops
$378Southwest
Wed, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 22
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1:40 pm - 10:15 pm
SJO
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MDW
7h 35m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
10:10 am - 6:40 pm
MDW
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SJO
9h 30m
2 stops
$383Southwest
Thu, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 22
Southwest Logo
1:15 pm - 10:00 pm
SJO
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MDW
7h 45m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
10:10 am - 6:40 pm
MDW
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SJO
9h 30m
2 stops
$405Southwest
Sat, Sep 5 - Tue, Sep 8
Southwest Logo
1:40 pm - 10:15 pm
SJO
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MDW
7h 35m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:05 am - 12:05 pm
MDW
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SJO
7h 00m
1 stop
$409Southwest
Mon, Sep 28 - Tue, Oct 6
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1:40 pm - 11:10 pm
SJO
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MDW
8h 30m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:15 am - 12:45 pm
MDW
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SJO
7h 30m
1 stop
$410Southwest
Wed, Sep 2 - Tue, Sep 8
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1:40 pm - 10:15 pm
SJO
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MDW
7h 35m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
10:10 am - 6:40 pm
MDW
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SJO
9h 30m
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$411Southwest
Thu, Sep 24 - Wed, Sep 30
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9:00 am - 7:30 pm
SJO
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MDW
9h 30m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:05 am - 12:05 pm
MDW
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SJO
7h 00m
1 stop
$414Southwest
Mon, Sep 28 - Tue, Oct 6
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9:00 am - 7:30 pm
SJO
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MDW
9h 30m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:15 am - 12:45 pm
MDW
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SJO
7h 30m
1 stop
$415Southwest
Thu, Sep 3 - Tue, Sep 8
Southwest Logo
9:00 am - 10:20 pm
SJO
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MDW
12h 20m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
10:10 am - 6:40 pm
MDW
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SJO
9h 30m
2 stops
$416Southwest
Thu, Sep 24 - Wed, Sep 30
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9:00 am - 7:15 pm
SJO
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MDW
9h 15m
1 stop
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7:10 am - 6:40 pm
MDW
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SJO
12h 30m
2 stops
$422Southwest
Tue, Sep 22 - Sun, Sep 27

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Frontier flights from San José to Chicago Midway Airport

Our best Frontier deals on San José to Chicago Midway Airport flight tickets
Frontier
Jul 5
SJO9:35 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
48h 32m
2 stops
MDW11:07 amChicago Midway
Jul 17
MDW12:11 pmChicago Midway
45h 09m
2 stops
SJO8:20 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$860
Frontier
Jul 5
SJO9:35 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
48h 32m
2 stops
MDW11:07 amChicago Midway
Jul 11
MDW12:11 pmChicago Midway
21h 09m
2 stops
SJO8:20 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$1,040

Southwest flights from San José to Chicago Midway Airport

Our best Southwest deals on San José to Chicago Midway Airport flight tickets
Southwest
Sep 16
SJO1:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 30m
1 stop
MDW11:10 pmChicago Midway
Sep 22
MDW10:10 amChicago Midway
9h 30m
2 stops
SJO6:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$378
Southwest
Sep 17
SJO1:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 35m
1 stop
MDW10:15 pmChicago Midway
Sep 22
MDW10:10 amChicago Midway
9h 30m
2 stops
SJO6:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$383
Southwest
Sep 5
SJO1:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 45m
1 stop
MDW10:00 pmChicago Midway
Sep 8
MDW10:10 amChicago Midway
9h 30m
2 stops
SJO6:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$405

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San JoséChicago

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/16

1:40 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop8h 30m

Chicago Midway

Tue 9/22

10:10 am-6:40 pm

2 stops9h 30m

$378

San JoséChicago

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/17

1:40 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Chicago Midway

Tue 9/22

10:10 am-6:40 pm

2 stops9h 30m

$383

San JoséChicago

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/5

1:15 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Chicago Midway

Tue 9/8

10:10 am-6:40 pm

2 stops9h 30m

$405
Quickest round-trip

San JoséChicago

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/28

1:40 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Chicago Midway

Tue 10/6

6:05 am-12:05 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$409

San JoséChicago

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/2

1:40 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop8h 30m

Chicago Midway

Tue 9/8

6:15 am-12:45 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$410

San JoséChicago

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/24

1:40 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Chicago Midway

Wed 9/30

10:10 am-6:40 pm

2 stops9h 30m

$411

San JoséChicago

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/28

9:00 am-7:30 pm

2 stops9h 30m

Chicago Midway

Tue 10/6

6:05 am-12:05 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$414

San JoséChicago

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/3

9:00 am-7:30 pm

2 stops9h 30m

Chicago Midway

Tue 9/8

6:15 am-12:45 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$415

San JoséChicago

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/24

9:00 am-10:20 pm

2 stops12h 20m

Chicago Midway

Wed 9/30

10:10 am-6:40 pm

2 stops9h 30m

$416

San JoséChicago

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/22

9:00 am-7:15 pm

1 stop9h 15m

Chicago Midway

Sun 9/27

7:10 am-6:40 pm

2 stops12h 30m

$422

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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 $358. If you are unable to visit Chicago Midway Airport during the month of November, then departing from San José during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $385.

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Fastest flight time

7h 35m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San José to Chicago Midway Airport takes 7h 35m
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 35m 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 $390Free CancellationRating
7.9
4,246 reviews
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