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Cheap Flights from Chicago to San Diego from $179

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Tue, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 12
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Chicago
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SAN
San Diego
$179

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Tue, Sep 17 - Tue, Oct 1
ORD
Chicago
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San Diego
$180

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Sat, Jun 15 - Tue, Jun 18
ORD
Chicago
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San Diego
$185

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Sat, Jun 1 - Tue, Jun 4
ORD
Chicago
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San Diego
$186

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Wed, Sep 4 - Tue, Sep 17
ORD
Chicago
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SAN
San Diego
$188

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Sat, Jun 15 - Tue, Jun 18
ORD
Chicago
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San Diego
$189

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Wed, May 29 - Wed, Aug 28
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Chicago
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San Diego
$191

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Sat, Aug 24 - Sat, Aug 24
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Chicago
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SAN
San Diego
$193

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Wed, May 29 - Mon, Jun 3
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Chicago
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San Diego
$194

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Wed, Jul 10 - Wed, Jul 24
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San Diego
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Wed, Aug 21 - Tue, Aug 27
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San Diego
$196

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Sat, Dec 7 - Wed, Dec 11
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Chicago
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San Diego
$197

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Wed, May 29 - Wed, Aug 28
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Chicago
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San Diego
$198

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Wed, Jul 10 - Wed, Jul 24
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Chicago
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San Diego
$199

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Thu, Sep 5 - Mon, Sep 9
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San Diego
$200

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Wed, May 29 - Wed, May 29
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Chicago
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San Diego
$201

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Sat, Nov 16 - Sat, Nov 16
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Chicago
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San Diego
$238

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Wed, Sep 25 - Sat, Sep 28
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Chicago
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San Diego
$243

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Thu, Jun 6 - Tue, Jun 11
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Chicago
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San Diego
$344

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Tue, Jun 4 - Mon, Jun 10
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Chicago
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San Diego
$657

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Chicago to San Diego route information

Origin Airport O'Hare Intl.
Destination Airport San Diego Intl.
Airlines Serving Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Spirit Airlines, United
Flight Price $179
Distance 1,720 mi

Chicago

MDW-Midway Intl.

$238.39

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Cheap ORD to SAN Flights

  • Question : How many flights are there per day from Chicago to San Diego?
    Answer : Depending on the day, the number of flight times will change, but on average there are 18. Compared to the average route departing the United States with nine flight times, you'll have more options than most.
  • Question : What is the cheapest day to fly to San Diego?
    Answer : May 26th has bookings (as of May 20th) for as little as $151. That comes in 48% below the average price. Saving on flight fares gives you more money in your pocket for your trip.
  • Question : How long is the flight from ORD to SAN?
    Answer : This direct flight will whisk you away to your destination in four hours and 17 minutes via American Airlines. If you catch the 10:45 AM CDT departure, you'll arrive at 1:02 PM PDT. Allowing you plenty of time to freshen up before your next meeting (don't forget, there is a time change of two hours).
  • Question : How long does it take to fly from Chicago to San Diego?
    Answer : From ORD to SAN, the fastest flight time is four hours and 17 minutes. Remember, there is a time change of two hours.
  • Question : What is the cheapest airline flying from Chicago to San Diego?
    Answer : United Airlines is the leader in keeping prices down for their passengers over the next three months. Bookings are being made at just $151 and, when compared to the high-end bookings of $895, it's a terrific bargain.
  • Question : How much is a plane ticket to San Diego (SAN) from Chicago (ORD)?
    Answer : They vary from $151 to $895. Booking in advance can usually help you get the cheapest price. However, usually the sooner you book, the more you'll be able to save.
  • Question : How much time do people spend in San Diego?
    Answer : The average time spent sightseeing in San Diego by travelers from Chicago is about one week.