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Cheapest round-trip
$359
Typical prices: $381-$647
Alaska Airlines
Sat 9/29Tue 10/2
SBP - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$180
Typical prices: $184-$439
Alaska Airlines
Wed 9/26
SBP - ORD • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Luis Obispo and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
14 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 60% compared to booking last minute.
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January
Cheapest • 41% price drop
April
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $498 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 6h 57m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Luis Obispo to Chicago (SBP-ORD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Luis Obispo to Chicago

Tue, Sep 29 - Fri, Oct 2
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6:43 pm - 6:20 amSBP  San Luis Obispo County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 37m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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8:17 pm - 1:46 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
19h 29m1 stop San Diego
$359Alaska Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 22
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6:51 pm - 5:59 amSBP  San Luis Obispo County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 08m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:59 am - 12:11 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
7h 12m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$359American Airlines
Wed, Sep 23 - Sat, Sep 26
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6:40 pm - 5:01 amSBP  San Luis Obispo County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 21m1 stop San Francisco
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3:00 pm - 7:52 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
6h 52m1 stop Los Angeles
$359United Airlines
Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26
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2:20 pm - 11:10 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 50m1 stop San Francisco
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5:59 am - 12:02 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
8h 03m1 stop San Francisco
$359United Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 22
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12:31 pm - 11:30 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 59m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:00 am - 11:41 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
8h 41m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$359American Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 22
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12:31 pm - 12:14 amSBP  San Luis Obispo County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:00 am - 11:41 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
8h 41m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$359American Airlines
Mon, Sep 14 - Sat, Sep 19
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6:43 pm - 6:20 amSBP  San Luis Obispo County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 37m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:20 am - 2:44 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
9h 24m1 stop San Diego
$394Alaska Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 5
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10:11 am - 11:59 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 48m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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2:18 pm - 11:50 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
11h 32m1 stop San Diego
$394Alaska Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19
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6:30 pm - 5:40 amSBP  San Luis Obispo County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 10m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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5:30 pm - 9:29 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
41h 59m2 stops Calgary Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$747Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Mon, Oct 19
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6:30 pm - 5:40 amSBP  San Luis Obispo County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 10m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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5:30 pm - 9:29 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
41h 59m2 stops Calgary Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$768Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from San Luis Obispo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport start at $359. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $381 to $647. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $359 on Alaska Airlines.

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

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Luis Obispo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, it is 16% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 26% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from San Luis Obispo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at $298 round-trip.
  • December ($620) and November ($613) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 108% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from San Luis Obispo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from San Luis Obispo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 60% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for San Luis Obispo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$180
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 12% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
Flight from San Luis Obispo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from San Luis Obispo to Chicago

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Your San Luis Obispo 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.

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

    Flights from San Luis Obispo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport usually depart from San Luis Obispo County (SBP) and arrive at Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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

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

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

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

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 46% of one-stop connections
    • San Diego (SAN) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 10% of one-stop connections

    Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 33% on the San Luis Obispo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $432 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $644, a difference of $212. 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 San Luis Obispo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from San Luis Obispo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 1,814 miles.

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

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from San Luis Obispo 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.

  • How expensive are last-minute San Luis Obispo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 26% above the route average of $509. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Luis Obispo 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.

  • Have flight prices from San Luis Obispo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $359 to $1,046. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Luis Obispo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $350, which is 32% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 54m, compared with 6h 57m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 7h 14m via San Diego (SAN).

  • What is the time difference between San Luis Obispo and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 2 hours ahead of San Luis Obispo (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 San Luis Obispo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Luis Obispo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport range from $381 to $647, with an average of $509 over the past 12 months. Anything below $381 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San Luis Obispo 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 Friday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Friday flights average $432 - about $212 less than Monday (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 60% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Luis Obispo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport trip for January. Fares historically average $298 round-trip in that month - typically $322 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

Everything you need to know for your flight from San Luis Obispo to Chicago

Information on your arrival and departure airports

San Luis Obispo (SBP)
O'Hare Intl (ORD)