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Lowest fare₹11,004Delta Air Lines
Fastest4h 27mgate to gate
Options found143flights on this route
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Delta Air Lines
Delta Air Lines
DL-1264
05:27
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)O Hare International
9H :17 M
1 Stop
ATL · 2h 41m Atlanta (ATL), United States
12:44
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)Lindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Delta Air Lines
Delta Air Lines
DL-1940
14:03
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)O Hare International
6H :26 M
1 Stop
SLC · 0h 50m Salt Lake City (SLC), United States
18:29
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)Lindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Delta Air Lines
Delta Air Lines
DL-1840
19:15
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)O Hare International
6H :40 M
1 Stop
SLC · 0h 58m Salt Lake City (SLC), United States
23:55
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)Lindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
AA
American Airlines
AA-2343
06:45
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)O Hare International
4H :31 M
Non Stop
09:16
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)Lindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-2428
07:00
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)O Hare International
4H :27 M
Non Stop
09:27
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)Lindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
AA
American Airlines
AA-3258
08:05
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)O Hare International
4H :33 M
Non Stop
10:38
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)Lindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-660
08:50
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)O Hare International
4H :37 M
Non Stop
11:27
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)Lindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-2384
12:40
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)O Hare International
4H :32 M
Non Stop
15:12
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)Lindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-2138
16:00
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)O Hare International
4H :34 M
Non Stop
18:34
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)Lindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
AA
American Airlines
AA-1543
16:45
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)O Hare International
4H :33 M
Non Stop
19:18
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)Lindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
AA
American Airlines
AA-1861
19:07
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)O Hare International
4H :34 M
Non Stop
21:41
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)Lindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-2472
20:02
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)O Hare International
4H :38 M
Non Stop
22:40
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)Lindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-1982
05:30
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)O Hare International
7H :29 M
1 Stop
IAH · 1h 04m Houston (IAH), United States
10:59
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)Lindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-1982
05:30
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)O Hare International
9H :54 M
1 Stop
IAH · 3h 29m Houston (IAH), United States
13:24
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)Lindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-1055
05:55
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)O Hare International
11H :33 M
1 Stop
IAD · 3h 56m Washington (IAD), United States
15:28
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)Lindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 8 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-1333
05:59
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)O Hare International
7H :32 M
1 Stop
LAX · 1h 56m Los Angeles (LAX), United States
11:31
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)Lindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-1705
05:59
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)O Hare International
11H :29 M
1 Stop
DCA · 3h 50m Washington (DCA), United States
15:28
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)Lindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-246
06:00
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)O Hare International
7H :57 M
1 Stop
SFO · 1h 31m San Francisco (SFO), United States
11:57
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)Lindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-2833
06:55
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)O Hare International
8H :29 M
1 Stop
IAH · 2h 05m Houston (IAH), United States
13:24
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)Lindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-2361
07:00
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)O Hare International
6H :31 M
1 Stop
LAX · 0h 56m Los Angeles (LAX), United States
11:31
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)Lindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-1217
07:00
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)O Hare International
7H :56 M
1 Stop
DEN · 2h 40m Denver (DEN), United States
12:56
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)Lindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-2483
07:29
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)O Hare International
7H :55 M
1 Stop
IAH · 1h 23m Houston (IAH), United States
13:24
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)Lindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces

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United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-2483
07:29
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)O Hare International
10H :25 M
1 Stop
IAH · 3h 53m Houston (IAH), United States
15:54
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)Lindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-1116
07:35
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)O Hare International
9H :57 M
1 Stop
SFO · 3h 22m San Francisco (SFO), United States
15:32
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)Lindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-318
08:40
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)O Hare International
8H :15 M
1 Stop
DEN · 2h 59m Denver (DEN), United States
14:55
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)Lindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-1357
08:50
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)O Hare International
8H :38 M
1 Stop
IAD · 0h 53m Washington (IAD), United States
15:28
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)Lindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces

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Airfare Highlights

From flights departing on Fri, 30 Oct 2026.

Lowest fare ₹11,004 Delta Air Lines 05:27
Earliest departure ₹22,286 American Airlines 05:00
Shortest duration ₹15,748 United Airlines 07:00
Night 00:00-05:59 ₹11,004 Delta Air Lines at 05:27
Morning 06:00-11:59 ₹15,748 American Airlines at 06:45
Afternoon 12:00-17:59 ₹11,004 Delta Air Lines at 14:03
Evening 18:00-23:59 ₹11,004 Delta Air Lines at 19:15

Departure & Arrival Airport Details

Chicago (ORD)

O Hare International

USA

San Diego (SAN)

Lindberg Fld S. Diego

USA

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Holidays and peak dates for San Diego

Fares and hotel rates usually run higher around these dates. Booking earlier or moving your trip by a day or two often costs less.

Busiest periods: Summer travel (15 Jun – 31 Aug), Holiday season (18 Dec – 02 Jan).

  • 12OctColumbus DayMonday
  • 12OctColumbus DayMonday
  • 12OctIndigenous Peoples' DayMonday
  • 11NovVeterans DayWednesday
  • 26NovThanksgiving DayThursday
  • 25DecChristmas DayFriday

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How to travel Chicago to San Diego

Ways to make this trip that you can book on FlyX, compared by price and journey time.

OptionFromJourney timeAvailabilityAction
Non-stop flight Fastest₹15,7484h 27m14 flights
Connecting flight₹11,004Longer, includes a stop129 options

4 airlines operate this route.

Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.

Airlines flying from Chicago to San Diego

Compare fares, stops, baggage and refundability across the airlines flying this route.

United Airlines Flights

from ₹15,74868 flights
Fares from
₹15,748
Non-stop
6 in these results
Departures
68 in the list above

American Airlines Flights

from ₹15,74845 flights
Fares from
₹15,748
Non-stop
5 in these results
Departures
45 in the list above

Delta Air Lines Flights

from ₹11,00421 flights
Fares from
₹11,004
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
21 in the list above

Alaska Airlines Flights

from ₹18,0149 flights
Fares from
₹18,014
Non-stop
3 in these results
Departures
9 in the list above

Route Overview & Flight Facts

Fastest flight duration4h 27m · United Airlines
First departure of the day05:00 · American Airlines
Last departure of the day22:45 · American Airlines
Flight options found143
Direct / non-stop options14
Airport codesChicago–ORD, San Diego–SAN

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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights

Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration

The search for Fri, 30 Oct found 143 flight options, 14 of them non-stop. The first flight leaves around 05:00 and the last around 22:45. The fastest flight takes about 4h 27m.

Morning vs Evening Departure Fares

Lowest fare by departure window: Night from ₹11,004, Afternoon from ₹11,004, Evening from ₹11,004, Morning from ₹15,748. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.

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Destination & City Travel Guide

About Chicago

Chicago’s downtown Loop puts Millennium Park, the Art Institute and the Riverwalk within a manageable area. The lakefront creates a second axis for walking, while neighbourhoods farther out need transit time of their own. Passengers landing at O’Hare may be changing flights or visiting relatives in the wider region, so check whether an overnight hotel is near the airport or downtown. The CTA Blue Line runs from the airport into the city and avoids the road congestion that can affect a taxi.

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Tips for travellers from India

The Loop is useful for the Art Institute, Millennium Park and central rail links, while a hotel near O’Hare serves an early flight or suburban appointment. These bases are a substantial distance apart. The CTA Blue Line reaches the airport from downtown, but passengers arriving at Terminal 5 first need the airport connection to the main rail-access area. The airport train and an intercity rail departure from Union Station are separate arrangements.

Air India uses Terminal 5. United domestic flights and international departures use Terminal 1, while many international arrivals are processed through Terminal 5, so an onward connection can involve a building change. In the city, pair the Art Institute with Millennium Park rather than crossing to a distant neighbourhood between them. The Riverwalk offers another central route, while the lakefront extends far beyond the downtown section. The Obama Presidential Center opened to the public in June 2026 in Jackson Park, creating a museum outing on the South Side rather than another stop beside the Loop. Plan that visit as its own district trip. A river architecture cruise also has a specific departure dock, which should be matched to the walking route. Choose between a museum-heavy day and a longer lakefront walk before booking several timed attractions.

Best time to visit Chicago

May to June or September to October, about 12–25°C, for river and lake walks.

Places to visit in Chicago

Millennium ParkArt Institute of ChicagoChicago RiverwalkNavy PierMuseum CampusDevon Avenue

How to reach Chicago

By Air: O’Hare International Airport (ORD) is about 27 km northwest of downtown Chicago; the CTA Blue Line takes about 45 minutes to the Loop. Taxis and booked cars also operate.

By Rail: Chicago Union Station serves intercity trains; the CTA Blue Line links O’Hare with downtown.

By Road: Airport taxis and app-based cars use expressways; intercity coaches use downtown stops.

What to do in Chicago

Walk from Millennium Park to the Art Institute.
Follow the Chicago Riverwalk.
Take an architecture cruise on the Chicago River.
Explore the lakefront around Museum Campus.

Chicago airport information

O’Hare International Airport (ORD). Air India operates from O’Hare Terminal 5. United uses Terminal 1 for domestic flights and international departures, while international arrivals without preclearance generally use Terminal 5.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it worth booking Chicago to San Diego flights in advance?

There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. On the Chicago to San Diego dates shown on this page, the lowest fare is on a Friday at ₹11,004. This can change from week to week.

How far is Chicago from San Diego by air?

The flying distance depends on the routing the airline selects. The flight cards above show duration and stop details for each result.

Are there non-stop flights from ORD to SAN?

Yes. 14 non-stop flights are listed on this page for Chicago to San Diego. Use the Stops filter to see only those.

Which airlines fly Chicago to San Diego?

United Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and Alaska Airlines are listed on this route for the dates shown here. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.

How long is the flight from Chicago to San Diego?

The quickest non-stop Chicago to San Diego flight on this page takes about 4h 27m. Non-stop flights here take between 4h 27m and 8h 7m. Journeys with a stop take longer, since the total includes the layover.

What is the cheapest Chicago to San Diego flight fare?

The lowest Chicago to San Diego fare on this page is ₹11,004. Fares on the same dates run up to ₹38,287, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline prices change often, so search your dates for the current fare.

What time do Chicago to San Diego flights depart?

On the dates shown here, the first departure is around 05:00 and the last around 22:45, local time at Chicago. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.

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Check the airport codes ORD–SAN, local departure and arrival dates, and every connecting airport. Connections can have different document and baggage requirements from your final destination.

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Lowest Chicago to San Diego airfare, in 30 days and in 90 days

Cheapest FareFareDateAirlineDeparture
Lowest Airfare ₹11,004 30/10/2026 Delta Air Lines 05:27
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days ₹10,784 07/11/2026 Delta Air Lines 05:27
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days ₹10,454 06/01/2027 Delta Air Lines 05:27

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Chicago to San Diego Flight Schedule and Timing

The search for these dates returned 143 flight options, 14 of them non-stop. The first departure from Chicago is at 05:00 and the last is at 22:45. Flights leave from O Hare International and land at Lindberg Fld S. Diego.

Flight Route Details & Analysis

Flight DetailsInformation
RouteChicago to San Diego
Flight Duration4h 27m - 24h 49m
Airport CodesChicago - ORD, San Diego - SAN
Total Flights Available143 flights14 direct129 with layovers
First Flight DepartureDeparts at 05:00
Last Flight DepartureDeparts at 22:45
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)39 flights3 direct36 with layovers
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)28 flights3 direct25 with layovers
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)46 flights3 direct43 with layovers
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)27 flights4 direct23 with layovers
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)3 flights1 direct2 with layovers

Airport Information & Terminals

ORD: Chicago airport system. Chicago flights commonly use O'Hare or Midway. O'Hare is a huge hub with rail access; Midway can be easier for some city-side trips. Winter weather and traffic should be part of the booking decision.

SAN: San Diego airport. San Diego airport transfer should be matched to the exact hotel, suburb or meeting area. Rail can work well for light luggage, but late arrivals, winter weather and family baggage often make a direct cab or booked transfer easier.

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