San Francisco (SFO) to Chicago (ORD) flights
Nonstop from San Francisco International to Chicago O'Hare International: distance, flying time, which airlines fly it and how often.
Distance
2,964km
1,842 mi, great circle
Flying time
4h 12m
typical, gate to gate
Flights a day
25
average, November 2026
Airlines
2
passenger airlines
Airlines flying SFO to ORD
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from San Francisco to Chicago?
About 4h 12m gate to gate for the 2,964 km (1,842 mile) trip, estimated from distance. Schedules vary by airline and season, and winds can add or save time.
Which airlines fly nonstop from SFO to ORD?
American Airlines and United Airlines, with about 25 flights a day between them in our data (AeroDataBox, November 2026).