Flying from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from San Diego International Airport to O'Hare International Airport.
Chicago is two hours ahead of San Diego and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Every week, there are 79 San Diego International Airport to O'Hare International Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board early, pick the 06:15 United Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 22:59 with American Airlines.
Give yourself enough time to make your SAN to ORD flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
American Airlines is your ticket to exploring Chicago (and perhaps some other exciting parts of United States!). Browse the direct flights from San Diego International Airport to O'Hare International Airport offered by this airline.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is American Airlines.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating SAN to ORD flights. A reliable 80.89% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Diego International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SAN and ORD:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Denver International Airport
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Rs16,587 is currently the best price for a one-way San Diego International Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs25,963. These prices may change based on demand.
To secure cheap tickets from SAN to ORD, book your trip six months before your departure date.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from San Diego International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
You'll find SAN at Airport Drive.
Of all flights leaving San Diego International Airport, 71.38% arrive on time at their destination.
San Diego International Airport is around 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 20 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from San Diego International Airport to O'Hare International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to SAN:
Arriving at O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Book a hotel near ORD if you're catching a late San Diego International Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab an O'Hare International Airport rental car and discover Chicago and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
O'Hare International Airport to central Chicago has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 55 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from San Diego International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Chicago. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from San Diego International Airport to O'Hare International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SAN to ORD in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC and 3ºC then.
Explore more of United States
Columbus is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
