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Cheapest round-trip
$305
Typical prices: $434-$630
Delta
Thu 11/26Wed 12/2
ORD - SMF • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$316
Typical prices: $280-$527
United Airlines
Thu 10/8Mon 10/12
ORD - SMF • Non-stop
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Southwest free carry-on adds value; checked bags now cost extra.
United Economy Plus adds legroom, while American Main Cabin Extra includes early boarding.
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Cheapest • Avg $166 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 37m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Sacramento (CHI-SMF)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chicago to Sacramento that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Sacramento

Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 2
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12:58 pm - 7:03 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 05m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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8:24 pm - 9:05 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
10h 41m2 stops Los Angeles Minneapolis St Paul
$305Delta
Fri, Aug 28 - Mon, Aug 31
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2:41 pm - 10:57 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
22h 16m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:47 pm - 6:17 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 30m1 stop Los Angeles
$305Frontier
Thu, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 17
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5:20 am - 10:30 amMDW  Chicago Midway-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 10m1 stop Dallas Love Field
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8:30 am - 5:20 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-MDW Chicago Midway
6h 50m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Omaha Eppley Airfield
$305Southwest
Tue, Sep 8 - Thu, Sep 10
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5:29 pm - 10:58 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
19h 29m2 stops Orlando Denver Intl
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6:23 pm - 5:38 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 15m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$305Frontier
Fri, Sep 25 - Tue, Sep 29
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2:18 pm - 7:24 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 06m1 stop San Diego
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12:52 pm - 1:22 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 30m1 stop San Diego
$307Alaska Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14
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2:18 pm - 7:24 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 06m1 stop San Diego
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6:23 pm - 5:38 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 15m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$307Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 4
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6:20 am - 6:12 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
13h 52m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Los Angeles
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6:00 am - 8:52 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
12h 52m2 stops Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$310Delta
Fri, Sep 25 - Tue, Sep 29
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2:18 pm - 7:24 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 06m1 stop San Diego
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6:23 pm - 5:38 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 15m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$312Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 3 - Fri, Sep 11
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9:00 pm - 11:30 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-SMF Sacramento Intl
4h 30mnonstop
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11:50 pm - 5:45 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-MDW Chicago Midway
3h 55mnonstop
$316Southwest
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
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9:20 am - 2:20 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 00m1 stop San Diego
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9:10 am - 6:55 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 45m1 stop San Diego
$317Alaska Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to Sacramento flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chicago to Sacramento to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Chicago to Sacramento departing in November.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Sacramento from Chicago usually cost between $361 and $621 in November.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $305 on Southwest (Nov 12-Nov 17).

What is the cheapest Chicago to Sacramento flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Chicago to Sacramento costs $251 on the route between Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) and Sacramento (SMF). The most popular route is between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) and Sacramento (SMF).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Sacramento?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Chicago to Sacramento clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Sacramento on a Saturday and more expensive on a Monday. On your return trip to Chicago, you should consider flying back on a Tuesday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Sacramento?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to Sacramento, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Chicago to Sacramento is August, where tickets cost $397 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are February and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $594 and $561 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Chicago to Sacramento?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $439 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Sacramento?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to Sacramento, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago to Sacramento, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 40% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 11 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Chicago to Sacramento

 
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KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek

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Expert on United Airlines, ORD and MDW

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Bill Fink

Expert on SMF

Bill is an award-winning travel writer with extensive credits covering airlines and the aviation industry for publications including AARP, AFAR, The Points Guy and Yahoo. Based in Portland, Oregon, Bill has traveled to more than 75 countries - and been late for his flight in most of them. He once achieved top-level frequent flier status for all of American, Delta and United Airlines during a single year.

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Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$180
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 10% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 1% increase in price.
Flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Sacramento

When to book flights from Chicago to Sacramento

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to Sacramento based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Chicago to Sacramento

  • What are the transport options from Sacramento International Airport?

    Yolobus has two routes operating between SMF and downtown Sacramento. Yolobus 42A and 42B work clockwise and counterclockwise respectively, providing services between SMF and downtown Sacramento. You can also take the shared-ride shuttles, including SuperShuttle, which offers door-to-door services from SMF to destinations around the airport. Taxis are also available at the ground transportation area in each terminal and reservations are not required. Car rentals are available at the car rental terminal, connected to the airport via a free shuttle that runs every 10 minutes.

  • Does Sacramento International Airport offer accessibility services?

    SMF offers passengers with limited mobility wheelchair services which can be organized through their airline. These passengers will also have access to fast-track services, accessible restrooms, reserved parking spots, dedicated seating, and more at the airport. Low-vision passengers traveling through SMF will have Aira services, braille signage, and tactile guide paths to guide them through the airport. SMF provides hard-of-hearing passengers with TDD telephones, video phones, and visual paging services.

  • Which airlines have lounges at Chicago O’Hare International Airport?

    American Airlines, Delta, United Airlines, Swiss Air, and Air France all have lounges at ORD. Delta is the only airline with a members-only lounge, while the rest are accessible to passengers by paying at the door. The Delta Sky Club is in terminal 2 on concourse E across from gate E6. American Airlines lounges are located on concourses G, H/K, and L. The Air France lounge is in terminal 5 across from gate M7. The Swiss Air lounge is also in terminal 5 between gates M7 and M8. United Club has several locations on concourses B, C, and F.

  • Does Chicago Midway International Airport offer family services?

    MDW has a baby care room that offers a private space where you can care for and feed your baby. The baby care rooms feature comfy seating, a table, and a sink. The baby care room is on concourse C. Baby changing facilities are available in all family bathrooms at the airport. If you’re traveling with kids, look for specially designated family lanes for a quicker transition. The airport’s restaurants also offer kids’ menus and high chairs.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago to Sacramento?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago to Sacramento was $180 for a one-way ticket and $305 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Chicago and Sacramento?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Chicago to Sacramento. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Chicago to Sacramento?

    There are 2 airports in Chicago (Chicago Midway and Chicago O'Hare Intl.) and only 1 airport in Sacramento (Sacramento Intl). The cheapest flights are generally found on the Chicago Midway Airport to Sacramento Intl flight route.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Chicago to Sacramento?

    American Airlines, Delta, Alaska Airlines, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Chicago to Sacramento flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to Sacramento?

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago to Sacramento flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to Sacramento?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Chicago and Sacramento, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Chicago to Sacramento?

    There are nonstop flights from Chicago to Sacramento on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chicago to Sacramento, Southwest or Alaska Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Sacramento are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $477 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $323 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Sacramento?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to Sacramento.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to Sacramento?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Sacramento from Chicago is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to Sacramento?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Sacramento with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to Sacramento?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Sacramento from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Chicago to Sacramento

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $282 or less one-way and $407 or less round-trip.
  • Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) has four terminals and nine concourses. ORD has an automated train running every 5-10 minutes for easy movement around the airport complex.
  • You’re welcome to travel with your pet through ORD. The airport has provided both indoor and outdoor relief areas. The outdoor areas are on the lower levels of terminals 1, 2, and 5 and the multimodal facility. The indoor area is in terminal 3’s rotunda.
  • Around 830 kg of carbon is emitted on flights from Chicago to Sacramento. If you'd like to lower your carbon footprint, consider flying with Southwest Airlines which offers a flight emitting 44% less carbon per passenger.
  • Unwind with a full-body massage at the Massage Bar at Sacramento International Airport (SMF) after your flight. They offer 10, 15, and 30 minute massages at their location in terminal B.
  • Seaway National Bank has two full-service branches at ORD. The banks are open from around 7 am to 9 pm and offer currency exchange services. The first location is in terminal 2’s main hall and the other in terminal 5’s lower level.

Prefer to fly direct from Chicago to Sacramento?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Chicago to Sacramento Intl.
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Chicago to Sacramento Intl

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Tuesday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Wednesday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Thursday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Friday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Saturday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Sunday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Direct returns

Sacramento Intl to Chicago

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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