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Cheap flights from San Jose, California to Chicago from $138

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Delta Logo
11:00 pm - 8:43 am
SJC
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MDW
7h 43m
1 stop
Delta Logo
1:59 pm - 8:38 pm
MDW
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SJC
8h 39m
1 stop
$275Delta
Tue, May 19 - Wed, May 20
Delta Logo
8:20 pm - 8:46 am
SJC
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MDW
10h 26m
2 stops
Delta Logo
5:10 pm - 11:00 pm
MDW
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SJC
7h 50m
1 stop
$280Delta
Tue, May 5 - Tue, May 12
Delta Logo
8:20 pm - 8:47 am
SJC
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MDW
10h 27m
2 stops
Delta Logo
9:23 am - 5:02 pm
MDW
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SJC
9h 39m
2 stops
$286Delta
Tue, May 5 - Tue, May 12
Delta Logo
11:00 pm - 9:56 am
SJC
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MDW
8h 56m
1 stop
Delta Logo
2:12 pm - 8:37 pm
MDW
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SJC
8h 25m
1 stop
$287Delta
Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 28
Delta Logo
8:20 pm - 8:47 am
SJC
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MDW
10h 27m
2 stops
Delta Logo
12:52 pm - 9:45 pm
MDW
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SJC
10h 53m
1 stop
$292Delta
Wed, Apr 15 - Wed, Apr 22
Southwest Logo
10:55 pm - 5:00 am
SJC
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MDW
4h 05mnonstop
Southwest Logo
3:40 pm - 6:15 pm
MDW
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SJC
4h 35mnonstop
$295Southwest
Wed, Apr 22 - Tue, Apr 28
Delta Logo
8:20 pm - 8:47 am
SJC
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MDW
10h 27m
2 stops
Delta Logo
9:27 am - 4:59 pm
MDW
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SJC
9h 32m
2 stops
$298Delta
Wed, Apr 22 - Tue, Apr 28
Delta Logo
8:20 pm - 8:46 am
SJC
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MDW
10h 26m
2 stops
Delta Logo
12:52 pm - 9:45 pm
MDW
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SJC
10h 53m
1 stop
$304Delta
Wed, Apr 15 - Wed, Apr 22
Southwest Logo
3:15 pm - 11:20 pm
SJC
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MDW
6h 05m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
10:20 am - 12:55 pm
MDW
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SJC
4h 35mnonstop
$305Southwest
Wed, Apr 22 - Tue, Apr 28
Delta Logo
11:00 pm - 8:43 am
SJC
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MDW
7h 43m
1 stop
Delta Logo
9:23 am - 6:20 pm
MDW
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SJC
10h 57m
2 stops
$309Delta
Thu, May 28 - Wed, Jun 3

Southwest flights from San Jose, California to Chicago Midway Airport

Our best Southwest deals on San Jose, California to Chicago Midway Airport flight tickets
Southwest
Apr 22
SJC10:55 pmSan Jose
4h 05m
MDW5:00 amChicago Midway
Apr 28
MDW3:40 pmChicago Midway
4h 35m
SJC6:15 pmSan Jose
$295
Southwest
Apr 22
SJC3:15 pmSan Jose
6h 05m
1 stop
MDW11:20 pmChicago Midway
Apr 28
MDW10:20 amChicago Midway
4h 35m
SJC12:55 pmSan Jose
$305
Southwest
Apr 22
SJC10:55 pmSan Jose
4h 05m
MDW5:00 amChicago Midway
Apr 28
MDW5:30 pmChicago Midway
7h 30m
2 stops
SJC11:00 pmSan Jose
$310

Delta flights from San Jose, California to Chicago Midway Airport

Our best Delta deals on San Jose, California to Chicago Midway Airport flight tickets
Delta
May 19
SJC11:00 pmSan Jose
7h 43m
1 stop
MDW8:43 amChicago Midway
May 20
MDW1:59 pmChicago Midway
8h 39m
1 stop
SJC8:38 pmSan Jose
$275
Delta
May 5
SJC8:20 pmSan Jose
10h 26m
2 stops
MDW8:46 amChicago Midway
May 12
MDW5:10 pmChicago Midway
7h 50m
1 stop
SJC11:00 pmSan Jose
$280
Delta
May 5
SJC8:20 pmSan Jose
10h 27m
2 stops
MDW8:47 amChicago Midway
May 12
MDW9:23 amChicago Midway
9h 39m
2 stops
SJC5:02 pmSan Jose
$286

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San JoseChicago

SJC - MDW

SJCMDW

San Jose

Tue 5/19

11:00 pm-8:43 am

1 stop7h 43m

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/20

1:59 pm-8:38 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$275

San JoseChicago

SJC - MDW

SJCMDW

San Jose

Tue 5/5

8:20 pm-8:46 am

2 stops10h 26m

Chicago Midway

Tue 5/12

5:10 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$280

San JoseChicago

SJC - MDW

SJCMDW

San Jose

Tue 5/5

8:20 pm-8:47 am

2 stops10h 27m

Chicago Midway

Tue 5/12

9:23 am-5:02 pm

2 stops9h 39m

$286

San JoseChicago

SJC - MDW

SJCMDW

San Jose

Tue 4/21

11:00 pm-9:56 am

1 stop8h 56m

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/28

2:12 pm-8:37 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$287

San JoseChicago

SJC - MDW

SJCMDW

San Jose

Wed 4/15

8:20 pm-8:47 am

2 stops10h 27m

Chicago Midway

Wed 4/22

12:52 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop10h 53m

$292
Quickest round-trip

San JoseChicago

SJC - MDW

SJCMDW

San Jose

Wed 4/22

10:55 pm-5:00 am

Nonstop4h 05m

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/28

3:40 pm-6:15 pm

Nonstop4h 35m

$295

San JoseChicago

SJC - MDW

SJCMDW

San Jose

Wed 4/22

8:20 pm-8:47 am

2 stops10h 27m

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/28

9:27 am-4:59 pm

2 stops9h 32m

$298

San JoseChicago

SJC - MDW

SJCMDW

San Jose

Wed 4/15

8:20 pm-8:46 am

2 stops10h 26m

Chicago Midway

Wed 4/22

12:52 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop10h 53m

$304

San JoseChicago

SJC - MDW

SJCMDW

San Jose

Wed 4/22

3:15 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/28

10:20 am-12:55 pm

Nonstop4h 35m

$305

San JoseChicago

SJC - MDW

SJCMDW

San Jose

Thu 5/28

11:00 pm-8:43 am

1 stop7h 43m

Chicago Midway

Wed 6/3

9:23 am-6:20 pm

2 stops10h 57m

$309

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Jose, California to Chicago Midway Airport

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

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

The month of April is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago Midway Airport from San Jose, California, with most prices found around $437. If you are unable to visit Chicago Midway Airport during the month of April, then departing from San Jose, California during the month October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $457.

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

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Chicago Midway Airport from San Jose, California. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $427. 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 Jose, California because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $556.

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

Flying to Chicago Midway Airport from San Jose, California in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $433 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $456. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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

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

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

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

How have San Jose, California to Chicago Midway Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of March 2026, prices for San Jose, California to Chicago Midway Airport flights are approximately 3% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Jose, California to Chicago Midway Airport

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Best Price Found

$228

Fastest flight time

4h 00m

Direct flights

Every day
The best one-way flight to Chicago Midway Airport from San Jose, California in the past 72 hours is $228. The best round-trip flight deal from San Jose, California to Chicago Midway Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $387.
The fastest flight from San Jose, California to Chicago Midway Airport takes 4h 00m
Direct flights go from San Jose, California to Chicago Midway Airport every day.
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  • How far is San Jose to Chicago Midway by plane?

    Chicago Midway is 1830.8 mi away from San Jose. 4h 00m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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

    Prices for flights from San Jose Airport to Chicago Midway Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Jose Airport to Chicago Midway Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Jose Airport to Chicago Midway Airport.

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

    The required travel and health documents for your Chicago Midway Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago Midway Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from San Jose, California to Chicago Midway Airport?

  • What is the most popular airline from San Jose, California to Chicago Midway Airport?

Best airlines flying from San Jose, California to Chicago Midway Airport

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
SouthwestPriceFrom $330Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,333 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From San Jose, California to Chicago Midway Airport

    Southwest is one of the most popular airlines flying from San Jose, California to Chicago Midway Airport, operating 12 flights/week on average for this route. A good Southwest flight deal for San Jose, California to Chicago Midway Airport starts from $330 round-trip, up to an average price of $528. Our users have rated Southwest at 8.0/10.

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