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Cheapest round-trip
$525
Typical prices: $602-$951
American Airlines
Mon 2/5Fri 2/9
CMI - SMF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$335
Typical prices: $466-$518
American Airlines
Fri 12/21
CMI - SMF • 1 stop
When to travel
Cheapest • 15% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $729 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 30m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Champaign to Sacramento (CMI-SMF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Champaign to Sacramento

Fri, Feb 5 - Tue, Feb 9
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6:06 am - 12:49 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 43m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:14 pm - 11:11 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard
14h 57m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl
$525American Airlines
Sun, Dec 20 - Tue, Dec 29
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8:31 am - 2:52 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:00 am - 2:02 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard
7h 02m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$687American Airlines
Sun, Dec 20 - Tue, Dec 29
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11:25 am - 10:57 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-SMF Sacramento Intl
13h 32m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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5:00 am - 2:02 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard
7h 02m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$725American Airlines
Sun, Dec 20 - Tue, Dec 29
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8:31 am - 2:52 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:00 am - 2:02 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard
7h 02m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$781American Airlines
Sun, Dec 20 - Tue, Dec 29
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11:25 am - 10:57 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-SMF Sacramento Intl
13h 32m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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5:00 am - 2:02 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard
7h 02m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$791American Airlines
Fri, Feb 5 - Tue, Feb 9
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11:41 am - 11:06 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-SMF Sacramento Intl
13h 25m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:14 pm - 11:11 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard
14h 57m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl
$797American Airlines
Fri, Feb 5 - Tue, Feb 9
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7:16 am - 9:58 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-SMF Sacramento Intl
16h 42m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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11:06 am - 2:08 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard
25h 02m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$821American Airlines
Sun, Dec 20 - Tue, Dec 29
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11:25 am - 8:13 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 48m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:00 am - 6:10 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard
10h 10m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$840American Airlines
Sun, Dec 20 - Tue, Dec 29
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11:25 am - 10:57 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-SMF Sacramento Intl
13h 32m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:00 am - 6:10 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CMI Champaign University-Willard
10h 10m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$901American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Champaign to Sacramento flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Champaign to Sacramento?

Round-trip flights from Champaign to Sacramento typically range from $602 to $951. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $525, on American Airlines.

Key details for Champaign to Sacramento flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$335
Beat the crowds with an average 83% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 50% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Champaign to Sacramento

When to book flights from Champaign to Sacramento

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Champaign to Sacramento based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Champaign to Sacramento flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Champaign to Sacramento?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Champaign to Sacramento.

  • How long is a flight from Champaign to Sacramento?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Champaign to Sacramento. Flights with 1 layover take between 7h 30m and 7h 56m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Champaign to Sacramento?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Champaign to Sacramento flight?

    Round-trip flights from Champaign to Sacramento range from $602 to $951, with an average of $682 over the past 12 months. Anything below $602 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Champaign to Sacramento changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $525 to $901. That means the highest observed fare was about 71% higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Champaign to Sacramento looking right now?

    One-way fares from Champaign to Sacramento are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $414, which is 21% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF)?

    Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $59 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Payless

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Champaign to Sacramento?

    Flights from Champaign to Sacramento usually depart from Champaign University-Willard (CMI) and arrive at Sacramento Intl (SMF).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Champaign to Sacramento pass through?

    Connecting flights from Champaign to Sacramento most commonly pass through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 50% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Champaign to Sacramento?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 43% on flights from Champaign to Sacramento. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $580 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,008, a difference of $428.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Champaign to Sacramento?

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 30m, compared with 7h 56m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Champaign and Sacramento?

    Sacramento is 2 hours behind Champaign (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Sacramento?

    Some of the most popular sights in Sacramento are Golden 1 Center, UC Davis Medical Center and Sacramento Capitol Park. These are among the most viewed places in Sacramento on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Champaign to Sacramento flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Monday flights average $580, about $428 less than Wednesday fares (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Champaign to Sacramento trip for October. Fares historically average $580 round-trip in that month - typically $457 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).

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