$77 Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl. to San Diego Intl. (ORD to SAN)

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The cheapest flights to San Diego Intl. found within the past 7 days were $147 round trip and $77 one way. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Wed, Nov 19 - Wed, Nov 19
ORD
Chicago
SAN
San Diego
$147 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$147
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 19 from Chicago to San Diego, returning Wed, Nov 19, priced at $147 found 7 hours ago
Sat, Nov 15 - Sat, Nov 15
ORD
Chicago
SAN
San Diego
$149 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$149
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 15 from Chicago to San Diego, returning Sat, Nov 15, priced at $149 found 13 hours ago
Tue, Nov 25 - Tue, Dec 2
ORD
Chicago
SAN
San Diego
$153 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$153
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 25 from Chicago to San Diego, returning Tue, Dec 2, priced at $153 found 3 hours ago
Tue, Oct 28 - Sat, Nov 1
ORD
Chicago
SAN
San Diego
$155 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$155
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 28 from Chicago to San Diego, returning Sat, Nov 1, priced at $155 found 5 hours ago
Mon, Nov 17 - Wed, Nov 19
ORD
Chicago
SAN
San Diego
$159 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$159
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 17 from Chicago to San Diego, returning Wed, Nov 19, priced at $159 found 10 hours ago
Wed, Nov 19 - Wed, Nov 19
ORD
Chicago
SAN
San Diego
$159 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$159
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 19 from Chicago to San Diego, returning Wed, Nov 19, priced at $159 found 3 days ago
Tue, Oct 28 - Sat, Nov 1
ORD
Chicago
SAN
San Diego
$161 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$161
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 28 from Chicago to San Diego, returning Sat, Nov 1, priced at $161 found 5 hours ago
Wed, Oct 15 - Sat, Oct 18
ORD
Chicago
SAN
San Diego
$163 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$163
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 15 from Chicago to San Diego, returning Sat, Oct 18, priced at $163 found 1 hour ago
Sat, Nov 15 - Mon, Nov 17
ORD
Chicago
SAN
San Diego
$164 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$164
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 15 from Chicago to San Diego, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $164 found 1 day ago
Sat, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 21
ORD
Chicago
SAN
San Diego
$165 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$165
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 11 from Chicago to San Diego, returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $165 found 16 hours ago

San Diego Intl. flight + hotel packages - economy flights

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The Sofia Hotel

The Sofia Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Price was $520, price is now $379 per person
$379
per person
Nov 6 - Nov 9
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Chicago (CHI) to San Diego (SAN)
WorldMark San Diego - Balboa Park

WorldMark San Diego - Balboa Park

3.5 out of 5
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $936, price is now $690 per person
$690
per person
Nov 1 - Nov 6
found 7 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Chicago (ORD) to San Diego (SAN)
Coronado Beach Resort

Coronado Beach Resort

3 out of 5
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $970, price is now $674 per person
$674
per person
Nov 14 - Nov 17
found 6 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Chicago (CHI) to San Diego (SAN)
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

3 out of 5
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $704, price is now $490 per person
$490
per person
Nov 6 - Nov 9
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Chicago (CHI) to San Diego (SAN)
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

4.5 out of 5
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $848, price is now $609 per person
$609
per person
Nov 6 - Nov 9
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Chicago (CHI) to San Diego (SAN)
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Frequently asked questions

Can I catch a flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) right now?
Ensure you visit our Covid-19 Travel Advisor to discover if there are any current travel advice reports and quarantine requirements in place in San Diego Airport when flying from ORD.
Are there direct flights from ORD to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Your next unforgettable adventure is on the other side of a single flight. You can fly direct from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) with multiple airlines, including United Airlines and American Airlines.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I change my booking to a later date?
For more info about changing your flight to San Diego Airport, please visit our Customer Service Portal.
How long is the flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to San Diego Airport?
Flights between O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) and San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) take about 4 hours and 21 minutes in total. Make the most of your time in the air by reading, napping, watching a movie or doing all three.
What is the flight distance from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
The flight distance from O'Hare Airport to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) is 1,700 mi. Make sure to bring something to read or a few podcasts to make the trip more enjoyable.
What airlines fly from O'Hare Airport to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
You have a choice of a number of airlines that offer direct flights between Chicago and San Diego County. United Airlines (UA) is one of the most well-known. This carrier operates roughly 147 flights each month. You should also look into the deals on offer from American Airlines (AA). Another leading airline, it operates 104 flights monthly on the Chicago to San Diego County route. Compare the two to find your ideal fare.
What airlines have practices regarding COVID-19 in place and use social distancing?
From the moment you enter the departure terminal to when you leave the arrivals terminal, if you're flying with Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines or United Airlines you can be sure that COVID-19 measures and social distancing rules have been adhered to. Many airlines have introduced capped capacity flights and keeping the middle seat empty.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
This just in! Airfares offered on Thursdays tend to be the cheapest, according to flight demand on Travelocity in 2021. Tuesday and Wednesday prices are also good, but you may want to prepare your budget if booking during the weekend, as data shows that is when prices are generally at their highest.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Frequent travelers may already know this, but earlier in the week can be the cheapest time to fly. In 2021, flights departing on a Monday were generally the cheapest of the week, whereas you may pay a premium for weekend flights when demand is usually high. On average, tickets were most expensive for Saturday departures, so if you need to fly out on a weekend, you might look for deals ahead of time.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It's possible to start comparing international airfares on Travelocity up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to our 2021 flight demand trends, last minute planners can still bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 0-2 weeks prior to their travel dates.*According to flight demand on Travelocity.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

Flight information from Chicago to San Diego

 

Traveling From
O'Hare Intl.
Traveling To
San Diego Intl.
Shortest Flight Time
4 hours 17 mins
Earliest Departure Time
7:00AM CDT
Latest Departure Time
7:45PM CDT
Lowest Flight Price
$147

Route Info

Flight path for flights from O'Hare International Airport to San Diego International Airport


Origin:
ORD - O'Hare International Airport
Destination:
SAN - San Diego International Airport
Distance:
1,729.00 miles


Airlines & Aircraft Used on ORD to SAN Flight Routes


Airline Carrier
Aircraft
American Airlines
Airbus A320-100/200
American Airlines
Airbus A340-300

Discover our best flights from Chicago ORD to San Diego SAN. 

With 20 airlines to choose from on Travelocity, you can easily find the best option for you. Use our filters to sort by price, compare airlines, and find the most convenient flight times. 

 

Find our best return flights from Chicago ORD to San Diego SAN at the right price  

Airfares to San Diego SAN from Chicago ORD currently cost between $147 and $165. It’s usually cheaper to book a round trip than two separate one-way flights. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 

 

Book one-way flights from Chicago ORD to San Diego SAN 

If you want to be flexible about when you return, or keep your travel options open ended, a one-way flight could be just the ticket! You’ll find one-way airfares from Chicago ORD to San Diego SAN on Travelocity starting at $77. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 

 

Get to San Diego SAN from Chicago ORD quicker with direct flights. 

Get to San Diego faster, without the hassle of changing planes and moving baggage, by booking a direct flight. Expect your direct flight to SAN from ORD to take around 4 hour(s) 17 min(s).  

 

Find our cheapest airfares for flights from Chicago ORD to San Diego SAN

Find cheap flight deals by using our search filters to sort results starting with the lowest price airfares to SAN from ORD. Our Price Match Promise means if you find a lower rate on Travelocity.com or on another US-based website within 24 hours of booking, we’ll credit or refund the difference.  

 

Get our best airfare deals for your flight from Chicago ORD to San Diego SAN today 

If you’re flexible about when you travel, November is usually the cheapest month to fly from Chicago ORD to San Diego SAN. If you need to be more specific, search by date and arrival and departure times.Then, compare prices across different airlines, and sort results by lowest price first. 

 

Book flexible airline tickets for flights to San Diego SAN from Chicago ORD 

Some airlines let you change your travel dates without charging a fee. Use our ‘no change fee’ filter to see which flights to SAN from ORD have this option.  

 

Travel with confidence when you book flights to San Diego SAN from Chicago ORD with Travelocity 

We’ve secured fantastic deals with all the main airline carriers and it’s easy to compare, choose, and book with Travelocity. With 24/7 customer service and our free 'App', we’ll always keep you moving. 

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.