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  • Apr

    30 6
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  • 13 20
  • 20 27

  • May

    27 4
  • 4 11
  • 11 18
  • 18 25

  • Jun

    25 1
  • 1 8
  • 8 15
  • 15 22
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Airlines Flying from San Jose to Chicago

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FAQ

  • When are flight tickets from San Jose (SJC) to Chicago (CHI) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from San Jose to Chicago based on the departure date and time of your selection. By analyzing data from all airlines, we've discovered that on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.

  • How much do flights from San Jose (SJC) to Chicago (CHI) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around NZD 673.

  • How long does it take to fly from San Jose (SJC) to Chicago (CHI) and what is the distance?

    It takes around 4 hours 47 minutes to fly from San Jose (SJC) to Chicago (CHI).

  • What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Chicago?

    • The distance from O'Hare Intl. Airport to downtown is about 25 km. It takes about 40 minutes by taxi.
    • The distance from Midway International Airport to downtown is about 14 km. It takes about 30 minutes by taxi.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Jose (SJC) to Chicago (CHI)?

    Airlines with flights from San Jose (SJC) to Chicago (CHI): Southwest Airlines and United Airlines.

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Flight Information from San Jose to Chicago

Cheapest one-way flight price NZD 86
Cheapest round-trip ticket price NZD 408
Off-season for travel April
Peak season for travel December
Flight distance 2,958.96 km
Average flight time 4 hours 47 minutes
Popular airline Alaska Airlines

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