Direct flights from San Francisco to Chicago SFO → ORD
American Airlines and United Airlines fly nonstop from San Francisco (SFO) to Chicago (ORD), several times daily. The flight takes about 4h 18m and covers 1,842 miles (2,964 km). Arrivals run on time 64.6% at SFO and 70.7% at ORD — BTS data for the last three months, counting arrivals within 15 minutes of schedule.
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Frequently asked questions
Is there a direct flight from San Francisco to Chicago?
Yes, American Airlines and United Airlines operate nonstop flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Chicago (ORD).
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco to Chicago?
American Airlines, United Airlines operate nonstop flights from San Francisco to Chicago.
How long is the flight from San Francisco to Chicago?
The nonstop flight from San Francisco to Chicago takes ~4h 18m (approximately 2964 km).
How often do direct flights operate from San Francisco to Chicago?
Nonstop flights from San Francisco to Chicago operate multiple daily.
What is the on-time performance for flights from San Francisco to Chicago?
Arrivals run on time 64.6% at SFO and 70.7% at ORD — BTS data for the last three months, counting arrivals within 15 minutes of schedule.
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