Direct flights from Chicago to San Jose
14 nonstop flights a week on 1 airline. Zero layovers — one hop from ORD to SJC.
Flight time: about 4h5m nonstop
Which days does it fly?
When does it fly?
Departure times in Chicago local time, from flights observed over the last 7 days.
| Flight | Departs | Duration | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| United UAL2221 | 9:14a | 4h1m | Wed |
| United UAL2221 | 9:30a | 4h22m | Mon, Sun |
| United UAL2221 | 9:37a | 4h2m | Fri |
| United UAL2221 | 9:49a | 4h14m | Tue |
| United UAL2221 | 10:53a | 4h4m | Thu |
| United UAL2221 | 11:07a | 4h11m | Sat |
| United UAL481 | 8:23p | 4h5m | Fri |
| United UAL481 | 8:29p | 4h3m | Sat |
| United UAL481 | 8:54p | 4h15m | Mon, Wed, Sun |
| United UAL481 | 10:27p | 4h31m | Tue |
| United UAL481 | 11:52p | 3h50m | Thu |
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The route
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Nonstop from Chicago (ORD) to San Jose (SJC)
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) has 14 nonstop flights a week to San Jose (SJC), operated by United. No layovers, no connections — one hop out of ORD and you're there.
This route flies every day of the week, so any travel day works. Route data updated September 2026 from observed departures.
Route data updated September 2026 from observed flight departures. Schedules change — always confirm with the airline before booking.
How long is the flight from Chicago to San Jose?
The nonstop flight from Chicago (ORD) to San Jose (SJC) takes about 4h5m in the air, based on recently observed nonstop departures.
How long does it take to drive from Chicago to San Jose?
Driving from Chicago to San Jose takes about 31h 44m behind the wheel — roughly 2,163 miles, or about 3 days of real driving. The nonstop flight takes about 4h5m.