Flying from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
A direct flight from San Antonio International Airport to O'Hare International Airport takes 2 hours 51 minutes, on average. Chicago's timezone is UTC-5 — the same as San Antonio.
Each week, there are 45 flights from San Antonio International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. If you want to get going as soon as possible, go for the 05:50 American Airlines flight. If you're keen to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight from SAT to ORD is 21:02 with American Airlines.
Planning to travel during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all the options for flights from San Antonio International Airport to O'Hare International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between SAT and ORD include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Will Rogers World Airport
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Antonio International Airport to O'Hare International Airport is ج.م. 3,831. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 8,174. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from SAT to ORD.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from San Antonio International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Finding a cheap ticket from SAT to ORD is straightforward with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has fallen.
Use filters to tailor your flights from San Antonio International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Handy information about San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of San Antonio, San Antonio International Airport can be reached in approximately 21 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 32 minutes.
Have an early flight from San Antonio International Airport to O'Hare International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near SAT:
Arriving at O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from San Antonio International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
O'Hare International Airport to the centre of Chicago takes around 35 minutes in a car. It's approximately 40 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
It takes around 54 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from San Antonio International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Chicago. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from San Antonio International Airport to O'Hare International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 15 ºC to 29 ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -12 ºC and 3 ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from SAT to ORD sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip right by finding a wonderful place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from SAT to ORD, browse our range of accommodation options including:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are essential stops on your Chicago itinerary.
Complete your Chicago trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to O'Hare International Airport, explore our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Chicago holiday.
