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This weekend's flight prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Prices starting at $87 for return flights and $71 for one-way flights to Chicago were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
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| Origin Airport IATA Code | SAN |
|---|---|
| Destination Airport IATA Code | CHI |
| Distance | 1720 mi |
| Direct Flight Airlines | American Airlines, Qatar Airways, JAL, Air Canada, LOT - Polish Airlines, Aer Lingus, Austrian, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, SAS, Finnair, Royal Jordanian, Iberia, Lufthansa, Spirit Airlines, Gulf Air, British Airways |
| Earliest Flight Arrival | 7:44PM UTC |
| Latest Flight Arrival | 12:00PM UTC |
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If you're wondering about travel restrictions and quarantine requirements when traveling by plane from Carlsbad to Chicago, check out the Covid-19 Travel Advisor.
Yes, you'll be delighted to hear that you can jet straight from San Diego Airport to Chicago, IL Airport (ORD-O'Hare Intl.). Direct flights are available with United Airlines and American Airlines.
The fastest flight time from Carlsbad to Chicago is 5 hours and 5 minutes, which gives you more than enough time to enjoy a wine or lose yourself in a gripping novel.
There are a couple of airlines offering the most frequent flights from San Diego, CA Airport (SAN-San Diego Intl.) to O'Hare Airport, including United Airlines (UA). A top pick for many travelers, it operates 126 flights on this route each month. American Airlines (AA) will also take you to your destination in comfort. Offering 112 monthly flights between Carlsbad and Chicago, it's another quality airline to look into.
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 Chicago 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.
In most cases you'll have the option to reschedule your flight to Chicago 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.
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2020 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
We won't keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data the cheapest month to fly is August. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all before the weather changes. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is the height of summer, with ticket prices peaking in the month of June.
To really save big on your next vacation, think outside the box. Select two different airlines or fare types for your return trip and you'll generally get a much better deal. Those who tried this on Orbitz in 2020 saved up to 45% on their airfares. Get mixing and matching today!
*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2020. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.
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