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

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
✈ Nonstop
AA2636+1
AA American
321
11:32 AM
MST T2
5:57 PM
CDT
4h 25m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA766+1
UA United
738
11:52 AM
MST T2
6:09 PM
CDT
4h 17m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA1879+1
UA United
738
8:40 AM
CDT T1
11:25 AM
MST
4h 45m
M T W T F S S
Prices
EK6616cs
EK Emirates
738
8:40 AM
CDT T1
11:25 AM
MST
4h 45m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AA1649
AA American
321
11:20 AM
CDT T3
1:44 PM
MST
4h 24m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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San José del Cabo to Chicago
2 carriers, 10 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 10 Flights/wk 1,808 mi 4h 17m nonstop +2h ahead 66 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 17m. Beyond nonstop, 66 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 Also: QR 7 321 4h25 Oneworld QR
UA United Airlines 3 738 4h17 Star Alliance
Aircraft on this route
321 Airbus A321 – AA
738 Boeing 737-800 – UA
Alliance coverage
Oneworld: AA (7 flights/wk, 70%)
Star Alliance: UA (3 flights/wk, 30%)
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
1
flight
Tue
2
flights
Wed
2
flights
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
2
flights
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
10
Outbound / wk
15
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for SJD to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
66
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~27h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,543
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.

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 17m to 4h 25m.
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 17m to 4h 25m
Time difference+2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights10 out / 15 return
1-stop connections66 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 17m to 4h 25m. The route covers 1,808 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: American Airlines and United Airlines. Plus 1 codeshare partner.
There are approximately 10 nonstop flights per week from SJD to ORD. The return direction has about 15 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SUS, TUL, MKC, APA, MDW, DCA, BJX, OMA, HOU, STL, IND, SAT, SCF, PTK, VNY, TUS, DAL, DTW, OPF, TEB, LAS, ONT, FCA, MCO, BWI, YWG, YLW, FLL, PBI, NAS, MIA, HPN, YUL, NLU, QRO, MTY, HNL, GDL, MEX, SMF, PDX, MCI, DFW, IAH, SJC, MSP, DEN, ATL, FRA, BNA, EWR, LAX, PHX, YYZ, AUS, YVR, SFO, SAN, SEA, SLC, JFK, CLT, SNA, YEG, PTY and YYC. 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.
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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 10 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

SJD to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from SJD to ORD ranges from 4 hours 17 minutes to 4 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,808 miles (2,909 km). There are approximately 10 weekly flights outbound and 15 return, totaling 25 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

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