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Cheapest round-trip
$256
Typical prices: $352-$189
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SAN - ORD • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$289
Typical prices: $396-$287
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Tue 6/9Thu 6/11
SAN - ORD • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from San Diego to O'Hare Intl (SAN-ORD)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Diego to O'Hare Intl that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Diego to O'Hare Intl

Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3
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9:57 am - 5:42 am
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ORD
17h 45m
2 stops
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11:06 am - 11:59 pm
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SAN
14h 53m
1 stop
$256Frontier
Mon, Aug 3 - Fri, Aug 7
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8:29 pm - 5:28 am
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ORD
6h 59m
1 stop
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9:57 pm - 9:05 am
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13h 08m
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$258Frontier
Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3
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6:25 am - 9:35 pm
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ORD
13h 10m
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11:06 am - 11:59 pm
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14h 53m
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$260Frontier
Mon, Sep 21 - Mon, Sep 28
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9:43 pm - 10:01 am
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ORD
10h 18m
2 stops
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1:02 pm - 8:48 pm
ORD
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SAN
9h 46m
1 stop
$262Frontier
Thu, Jun 18 - Thu, Jun 25
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6:25 am - 8:43 pm
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ORD
12h 18m
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9:48 pm - 9:09 am
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13h 21m
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$264Frontier
Sat, Aug 1 - Fri, Aug 7
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8:29 pm - 5:28 am
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ORD
6h 59m
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9:57 pm - 9:05 am
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13h 08m
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$268Frontier
Wed, Jun 17 - Wed, Jun 24
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6:25 am - 8:43 pm
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ORD
12h 18m
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9:48 pm - 9:09 am
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13h 21m
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$270Frontier
Mon, Aug 24 - Thu, Aug 27
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9:53 pm - 7:55 pm
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20h 02m
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9:48 pm - 8:42 am
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12h 54m
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$274Frontier
Mon, Jul 6 - Wed, Jul 15
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ORD
26h 20m
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7:15 am - 8:58 pm
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15h 43m
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$275Frontier
Sat, Jul 4 - Sat, Jul 11
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6h 38m
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7:15 am - 7:31 pm
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14h 16m
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$277Frontier
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Diego to O'Hare Intl flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Diego to O'Hare Intl to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport departing in September.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

The average price of all round-trip flights from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Chicago O'Hare Airport on a Friday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to fly from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Airport. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Saturday and avoiding Sundays for the best deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is January, where tickets cost $247 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and May, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $347 and $346 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $338, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 42% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 6 weeks before departure.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Expert on United Airlines and ORD

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$124
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 16% drop in price.
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Flights from San Diego to O'Hare Intl: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from San Diego to O'Hare Intl 
CupcakeFlew with Alaska Airlines
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Apr 2026
Please bring a water bottle for hydration during the flight.
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Sep 2024
Yes! Don’t reserve a flight with less than 1 1/2 hour connection time or you have a good possibility of missing your connection.

FAQs for booking San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Airport flights

  • What are the transfer options between terminals at Chicago O’Hare Airport?

    ORD, Chicago’s primary hub, is organized into four terminals (Terminals 1, 2, 3, and 5). You can get across all terminals with either airport shuttles or the ATS train. ORD terminals are linked to Parking Lot 5 by shuttle buses, whereas the Main Parking Garage, the Hilton Hotel, Shuttle Centre on Level 1, and the domestic terminals (Terminals 1, 2, and 3) are linked by the Pedestrian Tunnel Level.

  • Are pets allowed in Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD)?

    If you can’t bear to go on your trip to ORD without your pet companion, ORD is welcoming to four-legged companions. The airport features six pet relief zones: the multi-modal facility and the lower levels of Terminals 1, 2, and 5 are your outdoor alternatives, while the Indoor alternatives are available in the Rotunda Area, Terminal 3. ORD's pet policy, like most airports, requires all dogs to be kenneled while in the airport.

  • Which facilities are in San Diego International Airport for passengers traveling with youngsters?

    Lactating moms with flight tickets from San Diego to Chicago O’Hare Airport can take advantage of the three nursing rooms located after security in Terminals 1 and 2, which feature amenities like soothing lighting, cozy lighting, electrical outlets, and washing stations. Older kids will appreciate behind-the-scenes tours of the airport and the walled-off breeding area for the nearly extinct California Least Tern.

  • Where can I park at San Diego International Airport (SAN)?

    Arrive at Chicago O’Hare Airport stress-free with the knowledge that your car will be taken care of at San Diego Airport. Short-term parking is conveniently accessible from the Terminal 1 Parking Lot and Terminal 2 Parking Plaza. Long-term parking is cheaper than short-term and is found at the Long-term Lot on Harbor Drive. Passengers will have to board an airport shuttle bus to the airport premises. Access the airport’s Economy Lot off Pacific Highway for the most pocket-friendly pricing.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport was $124 for a one-way ticket and $256 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Diego and Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Airport. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    San Diego and Chicago O'Hare Airport are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave San Diego from San Diego and will be arriving at Chicago O'Hare Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Airport flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between San Diego and Chicago O'Hare Airport, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    There are nonstop flights from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Airport on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Diego to Chicago, Alaska Airlines or Hawaiian Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Diego to Chicago are Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. With an average price for the route of $293 and an overall rating of 7.9, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. Hawaiian Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $197 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chicago O'Hare Airport from San Diego is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Chicago O'Hare Airport with an airline and back to San Diego with another airline. Booking your flights between San Diego and ORD can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Chicago O'Hare Airport from San Diego up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $175 or less one-way and $349 or less round-trip.
  • Passengers looking for directions or information about San Diego International Airport (SAN) can go to the information center housed in the Baggage Claim of both Terminals. Alternatively, you may approach one of the airport’s personnel wearing green polo shirts found throughout the terminals.
  • Flights with a single stop from San Diego to Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) are eco-friendlier and cheaper than direct and double-stop flights. Roughly 798 kg of carbon is released per person on this trip. You can book a flight with either Frontier or Spirit Airlines if you wish to fly more sustainably. The airlines emit 52% and 47% less carbon, respectively.
  • The bus from downtown to SAN is the most convenient transit option. The journey by Metropolitan Transit System bus takes around 15 minutes from the city center to the airport, stopping at Terminals 1 and 2. Other travel options include airport shuttles and taxis.
  • The Hilton Chicago O’Hare Airport Hotel, opposite Terminal 2 of ORD, is accessible via the Pedestrian Tunnel Level and is a good alternative to retreat after your flight from San Diego.
  • To rejuvenate after a long day of traveling, retreat to either the Swissport Lounge between Gates M8 and M7, Terminal 5, or the United Club in Concourse C. The lounges have rejuvenating showers and beverages.

Prefer to fly direct from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

 
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Friday

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Sunday

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Chicago O'Hare Intl to San Diego

Monday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,United Airlines

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from San Diego to O'Hare Intl

 
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Flight got delayed like 5 times, then they put and ada passenger in the back of the plane.

2.0 MediocreR, May 2026
SAN - RNO
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Flight got delayed like 5 times, then they put and ada passenger in the back of the plane.

Flight delayed no communication. The gate was changed so many times.

Alaska is by far the best airline to fly with 😍

More efficient with checking lines and boarding/checking bags when needed.

They were really helpful with every question and my kids had never been on a plane and the staff made them feel comfortable

I was on flight #3022 departed from San Diego, California to Medford, Oregon. I had Denise & Damaris as my flight attendants. I didn’t have much interaction with Damaris, but I did with Denise who had, this calm, cool collective voice when she spoke about the emergency exit plans before takeoff. I travel often and I’ve never met a flight attendant that can put you at ease. I felt she respects and takes pride in her position and more airlines need to adopt the integrity and respect that she has for Alaska Airlines. Debbie

All airlines should board planes back to front, instead of catering to higher priced tickets. The boarding groups are inefficient and delay takeoff time

Luggage was severely damaged. Flight was late for several hours

The ticketing counter in SD was a mess. The lady handling the First-Class check-in seemed overwhelmed until a supervisor replaced her. It took almost 20 minutes to get once couple checked in, and then she started walking around the counters while 7 people just stood in line. Once her supervisor arrived, she announced she was going on break, never to engage with customers again.

No outlets, plugs, way to charge the phone or service and no food on one leg o the trip, but other than that, great. Loved WIFI, the flight, the crew, the pilots, the schedule, etc. Great job. My new favorite airline!

Fabulous if you have a portable wheelchair. They can store it in the galley and you can just walk out with it. Really nice and the flat seats are just incredible, very nice. iPads for movies, also pretty nice,

No charging outlets worked. Other than collecting trash attendants didn’t come around. No one could hear flight attendants announcements during the flight. Seat pads were horrible. Sitting on a board for 5 hours. What happened to Hawaiian airlines comfort, hospitality, and extras? Our pilots did an excellent job trying to minimize turbulence and incredible job in landing in windy conditions.

I like that if they asked you to checked in a bag at the gate they give you priority to board

I received several emails about my 3:10 flight. When I showed up to the airport at 12:30 to check my bags I was told the flight was actually at 1 pm. They grudgingly rebooked me for a flight at 5:22 to Vegas to get a connecting to LAX. I did find the gate for my original 3:10 flight but they were booked. I proceeded to receive status updates and gate change information for the 3:10 flight, even though I was apparently never supposed to be on that flight

The food options were limited and very specific. Some type of entertainment option for a 4.5 hour flight would have been nice.

The Kayak confirmation number did not work for checking in the day before. I checked in at 8.30 using my ticket number. When I arrived at the airport, I was informed that the flight was overbooked, and since I had checked in late, I did not have a seat. The Next flight was not until ten PM. I called my wife, who had been taking care of our kids all weekend, and she was upset, calling me a liar and telling me to stay in SD. It turned my weekend getaway into a nightmare! I blame the Kayak website and will not book flights using your app in the future.

comfortable but the food is horrible. I have flown Hawaiian several times now and no matter what they say the food is its the same squashed bread with melted goop inside. Tastes fake and isnt what they represent, its quite nasty. What happend to real food? And there is NO entertainment!! so not sure why they are asking for a review on that.

Good and friendly staff. Nicely enjoyed the complimentary drink and snack.

I was very, very cold and a stranger loaned me her sweater next to me. I didn’t wanna buy a blanket just for a four hour trip when I did not need the pillow or the earphones. I don’t mind purchasing a blanket, but I only needed that not all of it accessories. Cold air pretty much blew the entire trip. Two people in front of me both bought the blanket packages. Maybe that’s the idea. The crew was exceptionally nice and passed through multiple times.. the restrooms were very clean and usually accessible.

3 hour wait on customer service after flight was cancelled. Was bumped to a flight where I wouldnt have gotten to my destination for another 2 days. Had to fully refund flight and book a new one the following morning. Paid twice the amount for the flight than I had originally booked. Very disappointed I was not offered any sort of discount or points for all of the frustration, in fact the airline profited twice as much off of me by cancelling my flight and and changing my entire trip.

O’hsre taxi and deboarding took 40 minutes. Needed 20 minutes extra time between connecting flights to avoid running through terminal.

Standard flight with a drinks and a snack- overall very quick flight. The flight attendants were very strict, bordered on rude.

Delayed - weather wasn't bad at either end. Also sat on tarmac in ORD.

boarded early to only find out that flight would sit at gate for 45 min to an hour. Landed in chicago and sat on runway for over an hour before got to gate. Total delay was extensive for a 45 min flight door to door.

The flight was significantly delayed. The inbound flight from EWR was delayed departing because of mechanical problems. My original departure from CLT was 5:28 pm but due to the delay of the inbound flight, after arrival, deplaning, cleaning, boarding, we did not push back from the gate until 9:00 pm. Once in the air, the flight was smooth and what was originally supposed to be an arrival in ORD at 7:30 pm local time turned out to be 9:35 pm.

The flight I was supposed to be on was supposed to take off at 1:50 from State College. It was delayed over and over and over again until somehow I had to rebook on a flight that was supposed to have left State College at 8 am that morning but didn't end up taking off until almost 6 pm. Not only was this completely unacceptable, the "token from United" was a 15 dollar meal voucher that has to be used by today. I would personally like some miles added to my account for this inconvenience. I was in transit for 8 hours from the time I arrive at State College Aiport to when I got home. I was supposed to be home at 3 pm and I returned at 8 pm. Unacceptable. I have not been on an on Time united flight in nearly 5 years.

newer aircraft, ability to connect my headset via blue tooth for entertainment.

Very comfortable flight, snacks and drinks were good, good communication from crew. Could have used a little more information on timing of boarding for group 5

Great flight. Got to watch a movie. Smooth flight and early arrival at ORD.

It was better than excellent. The staff in Mason City were great. The young woman that pushed my wheelchair did more than could be expected of her. She came from India 17 years ago. I don't remember her name.

Requested early boarding to disinfect seat, tray table, etc. before general boarding. Instructed to board after wheelchair passengers. Waited on jet bridge behind 12 wheelchair passengers. Stopped immediately after entering plane to wait for gate agent in rear of plane cleaning a seat that was wet, got to my row and found both seats adjacent to mine already occupied, with the lack of room making it impossible for me to clean my own space and defeating the purpose of my boarding early. Cleaned the armrests and tray table as best I could.

The wifi experience is awful. I had to try again and again, taking over 30 minutes, to connect to the wifi. I had to watch the same two ads over and over until I was finally successful. Once connected, it was anything but "high speed" and disconnected at least three times during the flight.

It was good, the staff was great, and the food, was as usual, tea and biscuit. Bathroom was clean, and the plane was clean as well.

Very good I can’t complain one bit. Thank you American Airlines for making my flight enjoyable and safe!

The staff and service on American Airlines were truly outstanding. I had requested wheelchair assistance for my mother due to her knee issues, and the team went above and beyond every step of the way—from boarding in Boston to our arrival in Chicago. Their care, professionalism, and attentiveness made the entire experience smooth and stress-free. I’m very grateful for the support they provided.

The new planes (American Eagle) are beautiful and especially comfortable. The flight attendants are consistently professional and courteous. And, while it may seem inconsequential, the new liquid tube of coffee creamer—in contrast to the powdered coffee creamer—makes all the difference in a cup of coffee.

I'm not sure American is capable of on-time arrivals and departures. When you land at ORD, you almost always get held on the tarmac because your gate is still occupied. I may have missed my connection, but that ended up up being significantly delayed as well. Once again, I finally got home well after midnight.

Crew at the gate was very crabby and not at all polite. The plane was very hot the entire flight. And the seat cushion was very worn out.

The staff are very, very professional. It's what flying should feel like.

Flight was delayed half hour before boarding, but when I checked flight aware the plane that would Pick us up had a delay of more than an hour. AA should let us know in advance to avoid waiting several hours in the airport

Flight was scheduled at 9:40pm. Got delayed to 10 am, the next day. crazy

The bag check, flight check-in, and onboard experience convinced my wife and me that we will actively go out of our way to avoid flying Frontier Airlines in the future. At bag check, we were informed that check-in could only be completed via the Frontier mobile app. Unfortunately, the app was extremely frustrating—sending us through repetitive, confusing loops that repeatedly forced us to decline add-on services with nearly every click. While most airline apps upsell, this one felt intentionally exhausting. As the process dragged on, we became genuinely concerned that my phone battery would die before check-in could be completed. We approached the bag check staff—who were standing together talking—and explained both our frustration and our predicament. They laughed. Later, my wife described the interaction as “gaslighting,” which felt accurate. We were then informed it would cost $25 per person simply to have our boarding passes printed. From that point forward, the tone of the experience was consistently hostile. The bag check employees were condescending and combative, behaving more like bullies than customer service staff. Unfortunately, that same attitude continued onboard. One flight attendant argued with me when I attempted to stow my backpack in the overhead bin. I explained that we had each paid $75 to check our bags specifically so we would not need to use carry-on space and could have adequate legroom. She demanded to see my ticket, pointed out that it said “no carry-on”—which I acknowledged—and I reiterated that this was precisely why we paid to check our bags. Her response was, “I don’t make the rules.” She then walked away, but not before asking if I “truly wanted to fly back to Chicago today?”—an unnecessary and unmistakable threat. It is also worth noting that despite booking our tickets together in the same transaction, we were not seated together. Upon our return to Chicago—where we could once again sit together—we compared onboard experiences. We both remarked on how unhappy the flight attendants appeared and how each of us was separately asked whether we would like to purchase a beverage. We declined. At no point was water mentioned as an option, leaving us with the clear impression that even water came at a cost—or that complimentary water, if available at all, was deliberately left unmentioned. Overall, the experience was shocking and deeply disappointing, but it was also a profound learning experience—one we will not forget and will not repeat. -Steve

They didn’t offer a water, even after I asked

Remind customers of the need to have passport or new ID for boarding.

The flight never took off and we spent 7 hours at the airport

Good for a budget airline! It was easy to get on, staff was really nice. Can’t say anything about the food or entertainment because it wasn’t available, which is fine.

It was ok. It was expensive to check 2 bags ($75.00 per bag), and then it took a long time to wait for shuttle to take us from one terminal to the terminal where the plane was taking off at LAX. And all of this for a flight where we had to pay for any food or drink that was not water.

This company socks. It's fraud. They canceled our flight yesterday, and today we were late because of a really long line at the check in bag. At the rebook station, there was ton of people. The workers were all rude. I am gonna make a report to FTC.

When I wanted to check in 3 hours prior to boarding time, the employees mentioned “a little over an hour delay” so I waited for an hour then I went to go look for food in the terminal and most people from that flight were in the same area looking for food. Finally I decided after food to check to see if it’s anytime closer and now it’s 2 mins until boarding closes?! What are you kidding me? I didn’t receive anything via sms about boarding now nor via email or on the intercom. I luckily made it through, barely, and then there’s no room for my carry on mind you I’m in the very first row so I had to place my purse in one further row back and my carry on sections down. Not sure who pays for better seats to get your stuff placed all over the plane but that was the worst experience I’ve ever had flying with anyone.

The single worst check in experience I could imagine. I’ll never do any business with Frontier or any affiliated company

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