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

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Cheap Flights from SAN to ORD starting at $79 One Way, $125 Round Trip

Prices starting at $125 for return flights and $79 for one-way flights to O'Hare 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.

Mon, Mar 16 - Wed, Mar 18
SAN
San Diego
ORD
Chicago
$125 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$125
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Mar 16 from San Diego to Chicago, returning Wed, Mar 18, priced at $125 found 3 days ago
Mon, Mar 16 - Wed, Mar 18
SAN
San Diego
ORD
Chicago
$129 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$129
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Mar 16 from San Diego to Chicago, returning Wed, Mar 18, priced at $129 found 3 days ago
Mon, Mar 16 - Wed, Mar 18
SAN
San Diego
ORD
Chicago
$135 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$135
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Mar 16 from San Diego to Chicago, returning Wed, Mar 18, priced at $135 found 3 days ago
Sat, Feb 21 - Tue, Feb 24
SAN
San Diego
ORD
Chicago
$145 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$145
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Feb 21 from San Diego to Chicago, returning Tue, Feb 24, priced at $145 found 1 day ago
Thu, Apr 2 - Tue, Apr 7
SAN
San Diego
ORD
Chicago
$157 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$157
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Apr 2 from San Diego to Chicago, returning Tue, Apr 7, priced at $157 found 1 hour ago

Hotel Ideas near O'Hare Intl.

Airport Hotels near O'Hare Intl.

Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport

Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport

4 out of 5
O'Hare International Airport Chicago IL
$196 nightly
The price is $230 total per night from Feb 6 to Feb 7
$230 total
Feb 6 - Feb 7
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,199 reviews)
Our check in between flights was so friendly , efficient and competent . Ella is great . This easiest to access the property form terminal 2 .

Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026

Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
Holiday Inn Chicago O'Hare – Rosemont by IHG

Holiday Inn Chicago O'Hare – Rosemont by IHG

3 out of 5
6600 Mannheim Road, building 2 Rosemont IL
$106 nightly
The price is $120 total per night from Jan 11 to Jan 12
$120 total
Jan 11 - Jan 12
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rosemont. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,715 reviews)
Good!

Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026

Holiday Inn Chicago O'Hare – Rosemont by IHG
Crowne Plaza Chicago Ohare Hotel & Conf Ctr by IHG

Crowne Plaza Chicago Ohare Hotel & Conf Ctr by IHG

3.5 out of 5
5440 N River Rd Rosemont IL
$105 nightly
The price is $120 total per night from Jan 12 to Jan 13
$120 total
Jan 12 - Jan 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rosemont. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,683 reviews)
Overall the room was fine but there were insufficient blankets on the bed! Upped the room temp to 72 (and I'm used to 68 at home) and still used a bath towel as an added blanket!

Reviewed on Dec 31, 2025

Crowne Plaza Chicago Ohare Hotel & Conf Ctr 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.

Hotels In Chicago

Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites

Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites

3.5 out of 5
198 E Delaware Pl Chicago IL
$89 nightly
The price is $105 total per night from Jan 14 to Jan 15
$105 total
Jan 14 - Jan 15
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy a fitness center, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,668 reviews)
Great hotel!

Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026

Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel

Palmer House a Hilton Hotel

4 out of 5
17 E Monroe St Chicago IL
$168 nightly
The price is $192 total per night from Jan 14 to Jan 15
$192 total
Jan 14 - Jan 15
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Chicago. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,209 reviews)
We loved the restaurant staff and options. Mrs. Rose and Tony.

Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026

Palmer House a Hilton Hotel
Hilton Chicago

Hilton Chicago

4 out of 5
720 S Michigan Ave Chicago IL
$164 nightly
The price is $192 total per night from Jan 14 to Jan 15
$192 total
Jan 14 - Jan 15
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this historic hotel in Chicago. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,464 reviews)
There were a few old face towels still hanging in the bathroom. Other than that the stay was good !

Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026

Hilton Chicago
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.

Chicago Hotels With Airport Transportation

Motel 6 Elk Grove Village, IL - O'Hare

Motel 6 Elk Grove Village, IL - O'Hare

2 out of 5
2881 Touhy Ave Elk Grove Village IL
$37 nightly
The price is $41 total per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
$41 total
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Elk Grove Village. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,753 reviews)
Friendly staff. Great housekeeping. No amenities but that is clear when you book.

Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026

Motel 6 Elk Grove Village, IL - O'Hare
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Chicago O'Hare South, IL

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Chicago O'Hare South, IL

3 out of 5
777 E Grand Avenue Bensenville IL
$91 nightly
The price is $101 total per night from Jan 11 to Jan 12
$101 total
Jan 11 - Jan 12
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Bensenville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,247 reviews)
The room was okay. It needs updates, but it works for an overnight stay. The shuttle was on time and courteous.

Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Chicago O'Hare South, IL
Comfort Suites Chicago O'Hare Airport

Comfort Suites Chicago O'Hare Airport

3 out of 5
4200 North River Road Schiller Park IL
$61 nightly
The price is $69 total per night from Jan 13 to Jan 14
$69 total
Jan 13 - Jan 14
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Schiller Park. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,775 reviews)
Yes

Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026

Comfort Suites Chicago O'Hare Airport
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 Chicago Hotels

Freehand Chicago

Freehand Chicago

4 out of 5
19 East Ohio Street Chicago IL
$61 nightly
The price is $72 total per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
$72 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,688 reviews)
Good clean

Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026

Freehand Chicago
Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago

Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago

2 out of 5
65 E Harrison St Chicago IL
$72 nightly
The price is $85 total per night from Jan 11 to Jan 12
$85 total
Jan 11 - Jan 12
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.4/10 Good! (2,500 reviews)
Check in person was great. View of train tracks was not great and was noisy Location very convenient location to university

Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026

Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago
Motel 6 Elk Grove Village, IL - O'Hare

Motel 6 Elk Grove Village, IL - O'Hare

2 out of 5
2881 Touhy Ave Elk Grove Village IL
$37 nightly
The price is $41 total per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
$41 total
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Elk Grove Village. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,753 reviews)
Friendly staff. Great housekeeping. No amenities but that is clear when you book.

Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026

Motel 6 Elk Grove Village, IL - O'Hare
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 Chicago

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile

4 out of 5
511 North Columbus Drive Chicago IL
$119 nightly
The price is $140 total per night from Jan 14 to Jan 15
$140 total
Jan 14 - Jan 15
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,772 reviews)
Just very crowded. 15 minute wait for a drink. Even longer line in the morning for a fresh omelette. We did stay over a holiday.

Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel

Palmer House a Hilton Hotel

4 out of 5
17 E Monroe St Chicago IL
$168 nightly
The price is $192 total per night from Jan 14 to Jan 15
$192 total
Jan 14 - Jan 15
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Chicago. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,209 reviews)
We loved the restaurant staff and options. Mrs. Rose and Tony.

Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026

Palmer House a Hilton Hotel
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North

4 out of 5
600 N State St Chicago IL
$93 nightly
The price is $110 total per night from Jan 19 to Jan 20
$110 total
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (5,513 reviews)
room was okay, carpet was really dirty

Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
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 to ORD Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
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
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

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to ORD?
If you're hoping to get from SAN to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) as quickly as possible, we're delighted to say that there are multiple companies offering nonstop flights. A couple of these are United Airlines and American Airlines.
What is the shortest flight from SAN to O'Hare Airport?
Order an in-flight vino and get comfy in your seat with an absorbing novel or movie. With the trip from San Diego to Chicago taking 4 hours and 5 minutes, there's plenty of time to enjoy the flying experience.
How many hours flight from San Diego Airport to ORD?
From San Diego Airport to ORD, you'll be traveling for about 4 hours and 9 minutes. Settle back, order a glass of bubbly and put on your noise-canceling earphones. It's time to binge-watch your favorite TV shows.
What airlines have the most flights from SAN to ORD?
First-rate service, on-time arrival performance and superb in-flight entertainment are a few things that make for a pleasant journey with an airline. If you need to get from San Diego Airport to ORD, why not fly with the best? American Airlines (AA) operates 139 flights each month on this route. If you can't find the right flight there, check out the fares from United Airlines (UA). This carrier is another reliable choice and operates 139 flights between San Diego and Chicago each month.

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