Chicago to San Francisco Flight Schedule: Daily Timetable & Departure Times

Schedule for 10 Nov 2026 · Domestic · O'Hare International Airport (ORD) → San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

Quick answer: Yes, there are direct flights from Chicago to San Francisco: 21 non-stop flights on 10 Nov 2026, run by UA and AA. A non-stop flight takes about 2h 55m (fastest 2h 44m, UA UA-246). The first departure is at 6:00 AM (UA UA-246) and the last at 9:57 PM (UA UA-2106). The full timetable with every departure and arrival time is below.

Chicago to San Francisco Daily Flight Schedule: Today's Timetable

21
Daily flights
6:00 AM
First departure
9:57 PM
Last departure
2,964 km
Flight distance
Flight Airline Departure Arrival Duration Aircraft Stops
UA-246 UA 6:00 AM 8:44 AM 2h 44m 753 Direct
AA-1253 AA 6:45 AM 9:40 AM 2h 55m A321ceo Direct
UA-1116 UA 7:35 AM 10:28 AM 2h 53m B737 MAX 9 Direct
AA-517 AA 8:05 AM 11:11 AM 3h 6m B737-800 Direct
UA-2610 UA 8:55 AM 11:50 AM 2h 55m 753 Direct
AA-3049 AA 9:45 AM 12:41 PM 2h 56m A321ceo Direct
UA-543 UA 10:25 AM 1:30 PM 3h 5m B737 MAX 9 Direct
UA-762 UA 11:52 AM 2:42 PM 2h 50m B737 MAX 9 Direct
UA-638 UA 12:42 PM 3:35 PM 2h 53m A321neo Direct
AA-597 AA 1:24 PM 4:19 PM 2h 55m A321ceo Direct
UA-1811 UA 1:30 PM 4:20 PM 2h 50m B737 MAX 9 Direct
UA-1577 UA 2:30 PM 5:25 PM 2h 55m A321neo Direct
AA-821 AA 3:15 PM 6:19 PM 3h 4m B737-800 Direct
UA-2417 UA 4:01 PM 6:56 PM 2h 55m A321neo Direct
UA-2866 UA 4:35 PM 7:28 PM 2h 53m B737 MAX 9 Direct
AA-3246 AA 4:56 PM 7:59 PM 3h 3m B737-800 Direct
UA-649 UA 6:20 PM 9:24 PM 3h 4m A321neo Direct
AA-1854 AA 7:00 PM 9:56 PM 2h 56m A321neo Direct
UA-2059 UA 8:29 PM 11:26 PM 2h 57m 739 Direct
AA-2905 AA 8:56 PM 11:55 PM 2h 59m A321ceo Direct
UA-2106 UA 9:57 PM 12:53 AM 2h 56m A321neo Direct

Airlines Flying Chicago to San Francisco

The following airlines fly the Chicago (ORD) to San Francisco (SFO) route:

UAAA

UA operates 13 flights daily on this route using A321neo, B737 MAX 9, 739, 753 aircraft; first departure at 6:00 AM (UA-246), last at 9:57 PM (UA-2106).

AA operates 8 flights daily on this route using A321neo, A321ceo, B737-800 aircraft; first departure at 6:45 AM (AA-1253), last at 8:56 PM (AA-2905).

Chicago to San Francisco Flight Time & Route Information

The flight distance from Chicago (ORD) to San Francisco (SFO) is approximately 2,964 km. A non-stop flight on this route takes about 2h 55m, depending on the aircraft and airline.

Flights from Chicago to San Francisco depart from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and arrive at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). The first flight of the day departs at 6:00 AM and the last flight departs at 9:57 PM.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Chicago to San Francisco Flight Schedule

How many flights operate from Chicago to San Francisco daily?

21 flights operate from Chicago to San Francisco daily. Airlines on this route include UA, AA.

Is there a direct flight from Chicago to San Francisco?

Yes, 21 non-stop flights operate from Chicago to San Francisco today, flown by UA and AA. A non-stop flight takes about 2h 55m. See the full timetable above for exact departure times.

What is the first flight from Chicago to San Francisco?

The first flight from Chicago to San Francisco is UA-246 operated by UA, departing at 6:00 AM.

What is the last flight from Chicago to San Francisco?

The last flight from Chicago to San Francisco is UA-2106 operated by UA, departing at 9:57 PM.

How long is the flight from Chicago to San Francisco?

A non-stop flight from Chicago to San Francisco takes about 2h 55m, based on today's schedule. The flight distance is about 2,964 km.

Which airlines fly from Chicago to San Francisco?

UA, AA operate flights on the Chicago to San Francisco route. Use HappyFares to compare fares across all airlines and book the cheapest ticket.

What time is the first UA flight from Chicago to San Francisco?

The first UA flight from Chicago to San Francisco departs at 6:00 AM (UA-246), and the last UA departure is at 9:57 PM (UA-2106). UA operates 13 flights on this route today.

What time is the first AA flight from Chicago to San Francisco?

The first AA flight from Chicago to San Francisco departs at 6:45 AM (AA-1253), and the last AA departure is at 8:56 PM (AA-2905). AA operates 8 flights on this route today.

What is the Chicago to San Francisco flight schedule today?

Today's Chicago to San Francisco flight schedule has 21 flights. Departures range from 6:00 AM (UA UA-246) to 9:57 PM (UA UA-2106).

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