Chicago to San Diego flights
Direct and connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Chicago to San Diego take?
Flight time from Chicago (ORD) to San Diego (SAN) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Chicago to San Diego?
Airline availability for ORD to SAN changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Chicago to San Diego?
Direct (nonstop) availability on ORD to SAN varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- United Airlines5-yr attributed events: 58Last 90 days: none recorded
- American Airlines5-yr attributed events: 27Last 90 days: none recorded
- Alaska Airlines5-yr attributed events: 7Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| United Airlines | 4 sightings | No recorded events |
| American Airlines | 4 sightings | No recorded events |
| Alaska Airlines | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
Planning ORD → SAN
ORD to SAN is a medium-haul route of 2,768 km (1,720 mi). See the return SAN → ORD route.
Alternative airports near Chicago: Chicago-Wheeling (PWK) — 15 km, Chicago (MDW) — 25 km, Chicago (CGX) — 28 km.
Alternative airports near San Diego: San Diego (NZY) — 4 km, Miramar (NKX) — 16 km, El Cajon (SEE) — 23 km.