San José del Cabo to Chicago (SJD–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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1,808 mi airlines 28/wk
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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
UA1970
UA United
738
11:10 AM
MST T2
5:19 PM
CDT
4h 9m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AA2636
AA American
321
11:32 AM
MST T2
6:02 PM
CDT
4h 30m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA766
UA United
738
12:29 PM
MST T2
6:48 PM
CDT
4h 19m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AA2668
AA American
738
1:27 PM
MST T2
8:09 PM
CDT
4h 42m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA494
UA United
738
7:15 AM
CDT T1
10:08 AM
MST
4h 53m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AA1649
AA American
321
9:04 AM
CDT T3
11:28 AM
MST
4h 24m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA1879
UA United
738
9:05 AM
CDT T1
12:03 PM
MST
4h 58m
M T W T F S S
Prices
EK6616
EK Emirates
738
9:05 AM
CDT T2
12:03 PM
MST
4h 58m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AA1501
AA American
738
9:50 AM
CDT T3
12:36 PM
MST
4h 46m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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San José del Cabo to Chicago
2 carriers, 28 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 28 Flights/wk 1,808 mi 4h 9m nonstop +2h ahead 44 1-stop hubs

SJD–ORD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,808 miles in approximately 4h 9m. Beyond nonstop, 44 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop SJD–ORD service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
AA American Airlines 14 321, 738 4h30-4h42 Oneworld
UA United Airlines 14 738 4h09-4h19 Star Alliance
Aircraft on this route
321 Airbus A321 – AA
738 Boeing 737-800 – AA, UA
Alliance coverage
Oneworld: AA (14 flights/wk, 50%)
Star Alliance: UA (14 flights/wk, 50%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, SJD to ORD direction.
Mon
4
flights
Tue
4
flights
Wed
4
flights
Thu
4
flights
Fri
4
flights
Sat
4
flights
Sun
4
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
4
Nonstop flights
28
Outbound / wk
35
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for SJD to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
44
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~42h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
3,009
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
SJD → ORD
80%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
80%
Return
ORD → SJD
66%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
66%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ORD delays →

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+2h
Chicago is 2 hours ahead of San José del Cabo.
SJD: MST · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in San José del Cabo, it's 8:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
1,808 mi / 2,909 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 9m to 4h 42m.
Visa & Entry

Mexican passport holders need a B1/B2 visa to enter the United States. The visa is obtained through a US embassy or consulate and requires an in-person interview. B1/B2 visas are typically issued for 10 years with stays of up to 6 months per entry.

For land crossings within the border zone, a Border Crossing Card (BCC) is an alternative. The BCC costs USD 185 and is valid for 10 years. It allows entry up to 25 miles from the border in Texas and California, or 55 miles in New Mexico and Arizona. Travel by air or beyond the border zone requires a full B1/B2 visa with a valid passport.

Getting from ORD

CTA Blue Line runs 24/7 from O'Hare to downtown Chicago (45 min, $5). Taxis use a flat-rate zone system; downtown is around $40–45 plus tip. Ride-shares are typically $30–50.The Airport Transit System (ATS) connects all terminals and parking. Metra commuter rail does not serve O'Hare directly; transfer downtown via Blue Line.

Chicago Climate

Continental climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and humid (25–32°C) with afternoon thunderstorms. Winters are cold (−10 to −2°C) with heavy snowfall that regularly delays flights December through March.

Spring and fall are mild but unpredictable. Pack layers. Lake Michigan moderates temperatures near the lakefront, but O'Hare sits inland and runs colder.

SJD–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the San José del Cabo to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance1,808 mi / 2,909 km
Flight time4h 9m to 4h 42m
Time difference+2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights28 out / 35 return
1-stop connections44 hubs
Origin: SJD
IATA / ICAOSJD / MMSD
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan
Passengers/yr7.5M
Elevation374 ft / 114 m
Destination: ORD
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about SJD to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from Los Cabos International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 4h 9m to 4h 42m. The route covers 1,808 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: American Airlines and United Airlines.
There are approximately 28 nonstop flights per week from SJD to ORD. The return direction has about 35 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through TUL, SCF, DAL, OPF, PBI, MIA, HPN, MTY, ONT, SMF, GDL, IAH, MEX, DTW, MCI, MSP, DFW, IND, LAX, DEN, PDX, STL, BNA, YYZ, SJC, SEA, ATL, AUS, PHX, CLT, LAS, EWR, YUL, SAN, SNA, YYC, SFO, SLC, JFK, YVR, PTY, YWG, BJX and FRA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago is 2 hours ahead of San José del Cabo.
Yes, return flights from ORD to SJD are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from SJD to ORD

Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and United Airlines. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.

SJD to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from SJD to ORD ranges from 4 hours 9 minutes to 4 hours 42 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,808 miles (2,909 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 35 return, totaling 63 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

44 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via TUL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.