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Cheapest round-trip
$158
Typical prices: $318-$531
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Sun 9/16Fri 9/21
OAK - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$79
Typical prices: $177-$329
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Mon 10/1
OAK - ORD • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Oakland and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • 17% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $233 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 35m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Oakland to O'Hare Intl (OAK-ORD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Oakland to O'Hare Intl

Wed, Sep 16 - Mon, Sep 21
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12:47 pm - 5:38 amOAK  Oakland-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
14h 51m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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8:55 pm - 11:51 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-OAK Oakland
16h 56m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$158Frontier
Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 21
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10:17 am - 5:38 amOAK  Oakland-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
17h 21m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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8:55 pm - 11:51 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-OAK Oakland
16h 56m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$158Frontier
Mon, Sep 28 - Thu, Oct 1
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10:17 am - 5:38 amOAK  Oakland-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
17h 21m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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8:55 pm - 9:22 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-OAK Oakland
14h 27m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$158Frontier
Wed, Sep 30 - Mon, Oct 5
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12:47 pm - 5:38 amOAK  Oakland-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
14h 51m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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8:55 pm - 11:51 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-OAK Oakland
16h 56m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$158Frontier
Sat, Sep 5 - Wed, Sep 9
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3:13 pm - 1:22 pmOAK  Oakland-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
20h 09m1 stop San Diego
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7:20 am - 2:33 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-OAK Oakland
9h 13m1 stop San Diego
$277Alaska Airlines
Mon, Sep 14 - Thu, Sep 17
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3:13 pm - 11:59 pmOAK  Oakland-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 46m1 stop San Diego
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7:20 am - 2:33 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-OAK Oakland
9h 13m1 stop San Diego
$277Alaska Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Wed, Sep 23
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1:29 pm - 11:59 pmOAK  Oakland-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 30m1 stop San Diego
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7:20 am - 2:33 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-OAK Oakland
9h 13m1 stop San Diego
$277Alaska Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Mon, Oct 5
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12:39 pm - 9:55 pmOAK  Oakland-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 16m1 stop Salt Lake City
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7:40 pm - 11:59 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-OAK Oakland
6h 19m1 stop Salt Lake City
$345Delta
Tue, Sep 29 - Mon, Oct 5
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12:39 pm - 9:55 pmOAK  Oakland-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 16m1 stop Salt Lake City
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7:40 pm - 11:59 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-OAK Oakland
6h 19m1 stop Salt Lake City
$345Delta
Sat, Oct 24 - Mon, Oct 26
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12:41 pm - 10:05 pmOAK  Oakland-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 24m1 stop Salt Lake City
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7:15 pm - 11:56 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-OAK Oakland
6h 41m1 stop Salt Lake City
$345Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Oakland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Oakland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Oakland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Oakland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport start at $158. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $318 to $531. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $158 on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Oakland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Oakland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, it is 28% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 28% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Oakland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

  • July is the cheapest month to fly from Oakland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at $347 round-trip.
  • November ($532) and October ($492) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 53% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Oakland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$79
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 18% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
Flight from Oakland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Oakland to O'Hare Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Oakland to O'Hare Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Oakland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Can I rent a car at ORD?

    Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, and SIXT are some of the top car rentals that serve ORD. Although none have counters at the airport, they offer their own round-the-clock shuttle service that pick up their passengers at outside of baggage claim on the Arrivals lower level.

  • Where can I receive emergency assistance at ORD?

    If you require emergency housing or transport assistance, you should head to one of Traveler’s Aid’s offices. Traveler’s Aid is a non-profit organization catering to distressed or stranded passengers. At ORD, it has offices in Terminals 1, 2, 3, and 5.

  • Can I breastfeed my baby at OAK?

    You can comfortably breastfeed your baby at OAK, as it features free-standing Mamava suites throughout the airport. Each lactation pod has a fold-down table, a collapsible table, a power outlet, and two benches.

  • Where can I spot art at OAK?

    If you’re an art enthusiast, while waiting for your flight to ORD at OAK, you should visit the baggage claim of Terminal 2 and the airside of Terminal 3. At either, you’ll get to see several pieces of artwork made by local artists.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Oakland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flights from Oakland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport usually depart from Oakland (OAK) and arrive at Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Oakland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Oakland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Oakland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Oakland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • San Diego (SAN) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 7% of one-stop connections

    Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Oakland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 44% on the Oakland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $301 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $534, a difference of $233. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and River North. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Oakland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Oakland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 1,830 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Oakland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Oakland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Oakland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How are flight prices from Oakland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Oakland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $125, which is 50% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Oakland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flying via Salt Lake City (SLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 35m, compared with 7h 12m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) and 7h 15m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

  • What is the time difference between Oakland and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 2 hours ahead of Oakland (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD)?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $17 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    · Europcar
    · Hertz
    · Dollar
    · Ace

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Oakland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Oakland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport range from $318 to $531, with an average of $417 over the past 12 months. Anything below $318 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Oakland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $301 - about $233 less than Sunday (44% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Oakland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport trip for July. Fares historically average $347 round-trip in that month - typically $185 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • When traveling to Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) from OAK, we suggest arriving at the airport about 2 hours before your scheduled departure time. This will allow you to check your luggage, pass through security checkpoints, find your gate, and maybe even grab a bite to eat before you take off.
  • While waiting for your flight to ORD, you can relax at OAK’s Escape Lounge. Situated between gates 8 and 8A in Terminal 1, this lounge features premium food, snacks, a television, printers, copiers, and a flight information monitor. Daily, it operates from 4:30 am to 9 pm.
  • ORD is the main international airport serving Illinois’ most populous city, Chicago. It is situated approximately 17 miles northwest of the Loop business district. As of today, this airport serves as a hub for United and American Airlines. Additionally, it serves as a focus city for Spirit Airlines and Polar Air Cargo.
  • If you’d like to stay at a hotel within ORD’s grounds, you’re in luck, as this airport is home to an on-site hotel, the Hilton Chicago O’Hare Airport Hotel. This hotel is located opposite Terminal 2 and connected to ORD’s domestic terminals through an underground walkway.
  • There are various means of public transportation that you can rely on to travel from ORD to your preferred destination in Chicago. If the destination you’re headed to is near one of the commuter train stations in Chicago, you should board a Metra train. On the other hand, if the destination you intend to get to is a bit distant from the stations, it’s in your best interest to board a taxi. You’ll have to head to the airport’s Metra station across from the Multi-Modal Facility to access a Metra train, while to access a taxi, you'll have to get to the curb front on the lower level of your terminal.

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