Cheap Alaska Airlines flights Chicago (ORD) to San Francisco (SFO)

Grab affordable return Alaska Airlines flights from ORD to SFO by organizing your results from “Price (lowest to highest)” on Expedia. Or look for deals for a one-way journey.**These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Alaska Airlines flights to San Francisco are usually cheaper in the off-peak months of February and April. Whether you need a one-way or a return ticket, you could land a better deal then.

Look for cheap Alaska Airlines flights from O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) one to three months ahead of your departure day. Travelers who book domestic flights 34 to 86 days in advance can save 25% compared to those who book just 6 to 12 days ahead. Regardless of fare class and itinerary, the best day to book a domestic flight is generally Sunday and the most expensive day is typically Monday. Passengers who book on a Sunday can save 6% on average compared to those who book on a Monday.**Ideal booking window recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through November for 2024. Best day of the week to book recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through October 2024. All data sourced from ARC’s global airline sales database.

Alaska Airlines has direct flights from O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), with 4 departures every week. Simply use the “Nonstop” and “Airline” filters during your search on Expedia to see all direct Alaska Airlines flights to SFO.

It takes approximately 4h 59m to travel nonstop from O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) with Alaska Airlines.

The first Alaska Airlines flight from ORD to SFO takes off at 6:55PM UTC-6, landing at 9:54PM UTC-8. If you want to jet off later, the last Alaska Airlines flight leaves ORD at 6:55PM UTC-6 and touches down at SFO at 9:54PM UTC-8. Flying before noon is generally a good idea as morning flights tend to experience fewer cancellations.**Most reliable time of the day recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.

Alaska Airlines flights from O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to San Francisco come in to land at San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) and Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC). The main San Francisco gateway served by this carrier is SFO. It’s worth considering flights arriving at nearby airports on Expedia as you may find cheaper tickets.

Alaska Airlines makes traveling from ORD to SFO enjoyable with top-tier customer service and an excellent in-flight experience. You may even earn points with Mileage Plan. Remember to sign up to Expedia’s free One Key™ rewards program to earn OneKeyCash™*, which can be redeemed on future trips.*OneKeyCash™ disclaimer - OneKeyCash™ is not redeemable for cash and can only be used on Expedia, Hotels.com and Vrbo.

You’ll likely board a Boeing 737-900 or a Boeing 737 MAX 9 when flying Alaska Airlines from O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). However, keep in mind that a different plane may be assigned depending on operational requirements.

Depending on your fare type, a fee will generally apply if you cancel or reschedule your flight more than 24 hours after it’s been confirmed. To secure tickets with more flexibility, select our “Changes included” or “No cancel fee” filter when looking for flights. For more details on canceling or changing your reservation, head to “Trips,” select your flight and tick “Manage Booking.”