Originally Posted by
mvtm
I did have a SFO-ORD-MIA return previously, but discarded it as this only worked with an overnight at Chicago. I didn't fancy myself picking cabs at 1am to anywhere, solo young female here. All the options through DFW or ORD wanted an overnight. I'm very glad i changed the SFO-ORD-MIA to SFO-DFW-IND-MIA because despite i get more flying time i would avoid the overnight,arrive the same day and not expose myself to unnecessary stuff.
FYI, Both ORD and DFW have hotels in the airport. Hilton in ORD is right at the terminal buildings, walking distance. There are two Hyatts in DFW. The newer (Grand Hyatt) is connected to Terminal D building. The older (Hyatt Regency) is close to terminal C but is a shuttle bus (or walk across parking garage which you probably don't want to do given your concerns). They won't be the cheapest option but boy are they convenient.
DAK