Direct flights from Chicago to San Francisco (ORD → SFO)

Distance 2,965 km (1,842 mi)
Est. duration 3h 29m
ORD
Chicago
Chicago O Hare International, USA
SFO
San Francisco
San Francisco International, USA
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Frequently asked questions

How far is the flight from Chicago to San Francisco? The flight distance from ORD to SFO is approximately 2,965 km (1,842 miles).
How long is the flight from ORD to SFO? The estimated flight time from Chicago to San Francisco is approximately 3h 29m.
What airlines fly from ORD to SFO? Airlines operating direct flights from Chicago to San Francisco include: AA, UA.

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Try a nearby airport to Chicago

Flights to San Francisco (SFO) from other airports within 350 km of Chicago. Often unlocks cheaper fares or better times.

MDW → SFO 25 km from ORD Chicago → San Francisco USA · 97 destinations RFD → SFO 101 km from ORD Rockford → San Francisco USA · 8 destinations MKE → SFO 108 km from ORD Milwaukee → San Francisco USA · 34 destinations SBN → SFO 135 km from ORD South Bend → San Francisco USA · 22 destinations MSN → SFO 175 km from ORD Madison → San Francisco USA · 19 destinations

Or try a nearby airport to San Francisco

Flights from Chicago (ORD) to other airports within 350 km of San Francisco.

ORD → OAK 19 km from SFO Chicago → Oakland USA · 34 destinations ORD → SJC 49 km from SFO Chicago → San Jose USA · 39 destinations ORD → STS 106 km from SFO Chicago → Santa Rosa USA · 13 destinations ORD → MRY 124 km from SFO Chicago → Monterey USA · 9 destinations ORD → SMF 139 km from SFO Chicago → Sacramento USA · 50 destinations

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