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

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Cheap Flights from ORD to SAN starting at $62 One Way, $94 Round Trip

Prices starting at $94 for return flights and $62 for one-way flights to San Diego Intl. were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Tue, Jul 1 - Wed, Jul 9
ORD
Chicago
SAN
San Diego
$94 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$94
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 1 from Chicago to San Diego, returning Wed, Jul 9, priced at $94 found 7 hours ago
Tue, Jul 1 - Tue, Jul 8
ORD
Chicago
SAN
San Diego
$122 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$122
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 1 from Chicago to San Diego, returning Tue, Jul 8, priced at $122 found 5 hours ago
Thu, Dec 4 - Wed, Dec 10
ORD
Chicago
SAN
San Diego
$147 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$147
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from Chicago to San Diego, returning Wed, Dec 10, priced at $147 found 4 days ago
Fri, Sep 5 - Wed, Sep 10
ORD
Chicago
CLD
Carlsbad
$167 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$167
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 5 from Chicago to Carlsbad, returning Wed, Sep 10, priced at $167 found 4 days ago
Fri, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 20
ORD
Chicago
SAN
San Diego
$186 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$186
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Sep 12 from Chicago to San Diego, returning Sat, Sep 20, priced at $186 found 2 hours ago

Hotel Ideas near San Diego Intl.

Airport Hotels near San Diego Intl.

Sheraton San Diego Resort
Sheraton San Diego Resort
4 out of 5
1380 Harbor Island Dr, San Diego, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,701 reviews)
"The rooms were nice and recently redone. Beds were very comfortable. We loved having a view of the SD skyline but also the airport. We would definitely come back but would keep in mind the added on fees at the end which was &187 for two nights - parking is $50 a night and resort fee is $36 plus a ..."

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2025

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Sheraton San Diego Resort
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
4 out of 5
1 Market Pl, San Diego, CA
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 6 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,790 reviews)
"We love this property. Each time we visit San Diego this location is our first choice (we have stayed here several times since 2016). The staff has always been excellent, from check-in to the bar and restaurant staff. Even the person manning the booth when leaving the property has always been ..."

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2025

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Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
4 out of 5
333 W Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA
Book a stay at this spa hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,696 reviews)
"It was relaxing and a great birthday getaway for my girlfriend"

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2025

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Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In San Diego

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
4 out of 5
333 W Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA
Book a stay at this spa hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,696 reviews)
"It was relaxing and a great birthday getaway for my girlfriend"

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2025

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Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
4 out of 5
1 Market Pl, San Diego, CA
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 6 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,790 reviews)
"We love this property. Each time we visit San Diego this location is our first choice (we have stayed here several times since 2016). The staff has always been excellent, from check-in to the bar and restaurant staff. Even the person manning the booth when leaving the property has always been ..."

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2025

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Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Kings Inn San Diego
Kings Inn San Diego
2.5 out of 5
1333 Hotel Cir S, San Diego, CA
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,272 reviews)
"My room was very clean when I arrived. I had a little balcony view which I was upgraded too. The staff were polite and helpful! The carpets need to be updated but other than that I enjoyed my one night stay!"

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2025

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Kings Inn San Diego
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

San Diego Hotels With Airport Transportation

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (5,707 reviews)
"This is always a great place to stay. Close to everything. Clean rooms, helpful staff and very accomodating. You can't go wrong stary here...."

Reviewed on Jun 10, 2025

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Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Sheraton San Diego Resort
Sheraton San Diego Resort
4 out of 5
1380 Harbor Island Dr, San Diego, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,701 reviews)
"The rooms were nice and recently redone. Beds were very comfortable. We loved having a view of the SD skyline but also the airport. We would definitely come back but would keep in mind the added on fees at the end which was &187 for two nights - parking is $50 a night and resort fee is $36 plus a ..."

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2025

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Sheraton San Diego Resort
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG
2.5 out of 5
1955 San Diego Ave, San Diego, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Friendly staff at desk. The drivers for shuttles also friendly. I would stay here again"

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2025

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Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced San Diego Hotels

Pleasant Inn
Pleasant Inn
2.5 out of 5
5550 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,020 reviews)
"The check-in process was easy and fast. Friendly staff. Room was very clean and mostly quiet. Next time I would request the top floor, guests above were a bit loud."

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2025

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Pleasant Inn
E-Z 8 Motel Old Town
E-Z 8 Motel Old Town
2.5 out of 5
4747 Pacific Highway, San Diego, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free parking, WiFi (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
6.2/10 (2,070 reviews)
"Clean room"

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2025

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E-Z 8 Motel Old Town
Kings Inn San Diego
Kings Inn San Diego
2.5 out of 5
1333 Hotel Cir S, San Diego, CA
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,272 reviews)
"My room was very clean when I arrived. I had a little balcony view which I was upgraded too. The staff were polite and helpful! The carpets need to be updated but other than that I enjoyed my one night stay!"

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2025

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Kings Inn San Diego
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in San Diego

Bahia Resort Hotel
Bahia Resort Hotel
3.5 out of 5
998 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA
Book a stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,550 reviews)
"My daughters and I had a wonderful stay at the Bahia."

Reviewed on Jun 10, 2025

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Bahia Resort Hotel
The Dana on Mission Bay
The Dana on Mission Bay
3.5 out of 5
1710 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a marina, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,463 reviews)
Nice place in good location with friendly staff
"Overall nice place in good location. Most staff were very friendly and welcoming. Enjoyed the stay. Shower/tub looked a little dated and would have preferred a bathroom door instead of a sliding privacy screen."

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The Dana on Mission Bay
Catamaran Resort and Spa
Catamaran Resort and Spa
4 out of 5
3999 Mission Boulevard, San Diego, CA
Book a stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pool, game room, on the beach, bicycle rentals

Travelers say...
"Amazing location!"

Reviewed on Jun 11, 2025

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Catamaran Resort and Spa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

ORD to SAN Route Info

Origin Airport
Chicago
Destination Airport
San Diego
Number Of Airlines Serving
18
Distance
1720 mi
Shortest Flight Departure Time
1:56PM CDT
Shortest Flight Departure Date
Jun 19
ORD Address & GPS
Address:
10000 West O'Hare
Chicago IL, 60666
United States
IATA Code:
ORD
Longitude:
-87.904876
Latitude:
41.976912
Time Zone:
America/Chicago
SAN Address & GPS
Address:
Airport Drive
San Diego CA, 92101
United States
IATA Code:
SAN
Longitude:
-117.197312
Latitude:
32.731938
Time Zone:
America/Los_Angeles

Frequently asked questions

Am I able to catch a flight from Chicago, IL Airport (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to San Diego, CA Airport (SAN-San Diego Intl.) now?
The Covid-19 Travel Advisor can help you with questions about travel restrictions and quarantine when traveling by plane from Chicago, IL Airport (ORD-O’Hare Intl.) to San Diego, CA Airport (SAN-San Diego Intl.).
Are there non-stop flights from ORD to San Diego, CA Airport (SAN-San Diego Intl.)?
If you want to get from ORD to SAN in the shortest time possible, you’re in luck — there are 3 airlines which offer nonstop services on this route. These are some of the most well-respected ones:

  • United Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines

What is the shortest flight from Chicago, IL Airport (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
From Chicago Museum Campus, the thrilling sights and sounds of Leucadia are around 4 hours and 14 minutes away. Lock in your favorite seat, or maybe even one with extra legroom, and get to your destination in comfort.
How many hours flight from Chicago, IL Airport (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to San Diego Airport?
It usually takes about 4 hours and 21 minutes to jet from Chicago, IL Airport (ORD-O’Hare Intl.) to SAN. Breeze through this medium-haul flight by watching TV shows and browsing a magazine or two. Alternatively, use the time to catch up on some sleep.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I cancel my flight to San Diego, CA Airport (SAN-San Diego Intl.)?
We get that traveling right now has its challenges, so it’s good to know that many reservations booked through us are able to be cancelled or changed. If your travel plans to San Diego, CA Airport (SAN-San Diego Intl.) have been affected by COVID-19, a lot of airlines are making things easier by offering credits to use at a later date. Just sign in to your account and you’ll quickly see what options are available. Our Customer Service Portal is the place to go for more information.
Are there flights to San Diego, CA Airport (SAN-San Diego Intl.) with flexible change policies?
In most cases you’ll have the option to reschedule your flight to San Diego, CA Airport (SAN-San Diego Intl.) without a change fee. All you have to do then is pay the difference between the old flight and the new one. Look for the “no change fees” filter and book with confidence.
What airlines have the most flights from O'Hare Airport to San Diego Airport?
While you’ll find a few airlines that offer flights from O’Hare Airport to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), there are a couple that regular travelers keep coming back to. Spirit Airlines (NK) is one of the finest and has 47 flights every month. American Airlines (AA) will also get you to your destination in style and comfort. Offering 188 monthly flights between Chicago Museum Campus and Leucadia, it’s also a top choice for travelers.

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