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 $43 One Way, $86 Round Trip

Prices starting at $86 for return flights and $43 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.

Wed, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 10
SAN
San Diego
ORD
Chicago
$86 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$86
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 3 from San Diego to Chicago, returning Wed, Sep 10, priced at $86 found 4 hours ago
Mon, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 17
SAN
San Diego
ORD
Chicago
$132 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$132
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 13 from San Diego to Chicago, returning Fri, Oct 17, priced at $132 found 10 hours ago
Wed, Oct 15 - Sat, Oct 25
SAN
San Diego
ORD
Chicago
$139 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$139
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Oct 15 from San Diego to Chicago, returning Sat, Oct 25, priced at $139 found 23 hours ago
Wed, Oct 15 - Sat, Oct 25
SAN
San Diego
ORD
Chicago
$139 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$139
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 15 from San Diego to Chicago, returning Sat, Oct 25, priced at $139 found 23 hours ago
Sat, Sep 20 - Tue, Sep 23
SAN
San Diego
ORD
Chicago
$170 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$170
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 20 from San Diego to Chicago, returning Tue, Sep 23, priced at $170 found 2 hours 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
$180 nightly
The price is $211 total per night from Aug 29 to Aug 30
$211 total
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,071 reviews)
US break
"Hotel is well run and organised, very friendly staff and superb facilities. Buffet breakfast excellent with really great staff notably Ali and Mohammed and Emma, aka Da Queen! Really easy access to Metro and onwards to City Centre. Front desk very helpful.Ricardo Delgado sorted out a late check out ..."

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
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
$123 nightly
The price is $140 total per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
$140 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Rosemont. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,360 reviews)
"Property is a bit run-down and could use a revamp, but the location is great (for convention center show and proximity to shopping and restaurants). Very kind staff, especially Marino at the front desk!"

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025

Crowne Plaza Chicago Ohare Hotel & Conf Ctr by IHG
Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago

Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago

4 out of 5
9300 Bryn Mawr Ave, Rosemont, IL
$135 nightly
The price is $154 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$154 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Rosemont. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,805 reviews)
"Excellent exce"

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

Hyatt Regency O'Hare 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.

Hotels In Chicago

Congress Plaza Hotel

Congress Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
520 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL
$157 nightly
The price is $184 total per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
$184 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (8,944 reviews)
"good"

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025

Congress Plaza Hotel
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel

Palmer House a Hilton Hotel

4 out of 5
17 E Monroe St, Chicago, IL
$198 nightly
The price is $229 total per night from Aug 21 to Aug 22
$229 total
Aug 21 - Aug 22
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Chicago. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,817 reviews)
"Third stay at the Palmer House. We'll be back."

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

Palmer House a Hilton Hotel
Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG

Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG

3.5 out of 5
25 South Halsted Street, Chicago, IL
$146 nightly
The price is $171 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$171 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,335 reviews)
"Thanks beautiful place"

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop 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.

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
$60 nightly
The price is $68 total per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
$68 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Total includes 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! (1,578 reviews)
"Excellent stay."

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025

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
$107 nightly
The price is $119 total per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
$119 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star golf hotel in Bensenville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
7/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"It was noisy. Otherwise, everything else was good."

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

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
$93 nightly
The price is $106 total per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
$106 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star 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! (2,572 reviews)
"It was an amazing night."

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025

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
$147 nightly
The price is $172 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$172 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,144 reviews)
"Really fun"

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

Freehand Chicago
Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago

Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago

2 out of 5
65 E Harrison St, Chicago, IL
$107 nightly
The price is $126 total per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
$126 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Total includes 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 ...
7.2/10 Good! (2,270 reviews)
Great for the center
"Excellent and in the centre"

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

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
$60 nightly
The price is $68 total per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
$68 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Total includes 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! (1,578 reviews)
"Excellent stay."

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025

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
$199 nightly
The price is $233 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$233 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star 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! (2,721 reviews)
"Excellent staff. Extremely friendly and helpful. The location was perfext for all the things we did while in Chicago."

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

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
$198 nightly
The price is $229 total per night from Aug 21 to Aug 22
$229 total
Aug 21 - Aug 22
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Chicago. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,817 reviews)
"Third stay at the Palmer House. We'll be back."

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

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
$174 nightly
The price is $204 total per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
$204 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,597 reviews)
"We had a nice stay, it was pretty quiet, our beds were comfortable, however we were missing a blanket on one. The pool was crowded because it was small and the kids said the water was cold. There was plenty of food at breakfast and a lot to choose from. It was a decent stay for the price I paid, ..."

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

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
San Diego
Destination Airport
Chicago
Number Of Airlines Serving
20
Distance
1720 mi
Shortest Flight Departure Time
10:45PM CDT
Shortest Flight Departure Date
Aug 11
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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