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Cheapest round-trip
$379
Typical prices: $381-$647
American Airlines
Sun 11/11Thu 11/15
SBP - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$190
Typical prices: $184-$439
Alaska Airlines
Tue 10/30
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
in advance
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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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 41% price drop
April
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Top layover airports
Los Angeles (LAX)
Cheapest • Avg $504 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 6h 50m (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

Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
American Airlines Logo
12:36 pm - 10:30 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:00 am - 11:51 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
8h 51m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$379American Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11
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6:00 am - 2:43 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 43m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 12:02 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
9h 02m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$379American Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
United Airlines Logo
2:15 pm - 11:27 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 12m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 5:38 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
6h 38m1 stop Los Angeles
$379United Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11
American Airlines Logo
12:36 pm - 11:59 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 11:51 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
8h 51m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$379American Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
American Airlines Logo
12:36 pm - 11:59 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 12:02 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
9h 02m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$379American Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Sun, Oct 18
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:50 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 50m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
6:07 am - 12:02 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
7h 55m1 stop San Francisco
$414United Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Wed, Oct 21
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1:50 pm - 10:55 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 05m1 stop Los Angeles
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6:00 am - 10:07 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
6h 07m1 stop Los Angeles
$414United Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Fri, Dec 18
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:00 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 00m1 stop San Diego
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7:00 am - 4:36 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
11h 36m1 stop San Diego
$439Alaska Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9
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6:00 am - 10:08 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
14h 08m1 stop San Diego
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7:40 am - 3:04 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
9h 24m1 stop San Diego
$441Alaska Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Wed, Feb 10
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6:00 am - 10:08 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
14h 08m1 stop San Diego
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:40 am - 3:04 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
9h 24m1 stop San Diego
$451Alaska 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 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 typically range from $381 to $647. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $379, on American Airlines.

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

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

What’s 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 flights 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

$190
Beat the crowds with an average 15% drop in travelers.
One-way flight from San Luis Obispo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from San Luis Obispo to Chicago

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

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Luis Obispo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • 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 00m, covering 1,814 miles.

  • 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.

  • 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.

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

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

  • 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 $379 to $1,794. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x 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 $409, which is 54% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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

  • 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).

  • 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) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • San Diego (SAN) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 33% on flights from San Luis Obispo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. 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.

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 50m, compared with 6h 53m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 7h 13m via San Francisco (SFO).

  • 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 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 Soldier Field. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on KAYAK.

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 are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Friday flights average $432, about $212 less than Monday fares (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).

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