$255 Cheap American Airlines flights from Orange County to Chicago (SNA to ORD)

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The cheapest flights to O'Hare Intl. found within the past 7 days were $269 round trip and $255 one way. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I catch a flight from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to ORD right now?
For any current O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) travel advice and quarantine requirements, go to the Covid-19 Travel Advisor. Check before you arrange your flight, so you don’t get caught up en route.
What terminal is American Airlines at John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
While we can’t say for certain exactly which terminal your American Airlines flight from SNA to O’Hare Airport will take off from, we can tell you that you’re likely to be arriving at terminal 3.
Are there American Airlines non-stop flights from SNA to ORD?
If you need to get from SNA to ORD and want a nonstop flight, American Airlines will sort you out. Book your seat now and you’ll be landing at your destination before you know it.
How long is an American Airlines flight from SNA to ORD?
Depending on no delays and good weather, your American Airlines flight from SNA to O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) will take on average 4 hours and 52 minutes. That means you’ve got ample time to order your favorite drink, catch forty winks and review your travel schedule before you disembark.
What type of aircraft does American Airlines fly from SNA to ORD?
Enjoy all that the Boeing 737 MAX 8 has to offer when jetting from SNA to ORD with American Airlines. Generally, this is the aircraft that operates on this leg.
How many direct and indirect flights does American Airlines fly from SNA to ORD?
You can choose from 6 American Airlines flights every day from SNA to ORD.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I change my booking to a later date?
For more info about changing your flight to O’Hare Airport, please visit our Customer Service Portal.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
This just in! Airfares offered on Thursdays tend to be the cheapest, according to flight demand on Travelocity in 2021. Tuesday and Wednesday prices are also good, but you may want to prepare your budget if booking during the weekend, as data shows that is when prices are generally at their highest.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Frequent travelers may already know this, but earlier in the week can be the cheapest time to fly. In 2021, flights departing on a Monday were generally the cheapest of the week, whereas you may pay a premium for weekend flights when demand is usually high. On average, tickets were most expensive for Saturday departures, so if you need to fly out on a weekend, you might look for deals ahead of time.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It’s possible to start comparing international airfares on Travelocity up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to our 2021 flight demand trends, last minute planners can still bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 0-2 weeks prior to their travel dates.*According to flight demand on Travelocity.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.
American Airlines Airports
Hop on a(n) American Airlines flight today by flying to many destinations out of these domestic and international airports:
Airport code
Country
Airport name
Number of flights
DFWUSADallas-Fort Worth Intl.599
CLTUSACharlotte-Douglas Intl.536
ORDUSAO'Hare Intl.317
PHLUSAPhiladelphia Intl.247
MIAUSAMiami Intl.193
DCAUSARonald Reagan Washington National152
PHXUSASky Harbor Intl.141
LAXUSALos Angeles Intl.81
LGAUSALaGuardia72
BOSUSALogan Intl.57

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