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Cheapest round-trip
$327
Typical prices: $421-$576
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Tue 12/4Mon 12/10
MDW - SMF • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$347
Typical prices: $417-$579
Southwest
Thu 2/15Sun 2/18
MDW - SMF • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 4h 39m
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Cheap Flights from Midway to Sacramento (MDW-SMF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Midway to Sacramento

Fri, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 10
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5:05 pm - 10:00 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
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11:10 am - 5:10 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-MDW Chicago Midway
4h 00mnonstop
$327Southwest
Mon, Feb 15 - Thu, Feb 18
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9:25 pm - 12:05 amMDW  Chicago Midway-SMF Sacramento Intl
4h 40mnonstop
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8:15 am - 5:55 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-MDW Chicago Midway
7h 40m1 stop Hollywood Burbank
$327Southwest
Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 15
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6:15 pm - 8:55 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-SMF Sacramento Intl
4h 40mnonstop
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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
$332Southwest
Wed, Jan 6 - Mon, Jan 11
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8:25 am - 3:25 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 00m2 stops Louisville Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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2:00 pm - 11:00 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-MDW Chicago Midway
7h 00m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$332Southwest
Fri, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 10
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3:45 pm - 9:00 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 15m1 stop Los Angeles
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7:50 am - 5:10 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-MDW Chicago Midway
7h 20m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$337Southwest
Wed, Jan 6 - Mon, Jan 11
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7:25 am - 2:20 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 55m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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8:20 am - 6:50 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-MDW Chicago Midway
8h 30m2 stops Denver Intl Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
$337Southwest
Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 15
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6:35 am - 11:00 amMDW  Chicago Midway-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 25m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
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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
$342Southwest
Fri, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 10
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8:45 pm - 11:30 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-SMF Sacramento Intl
4h 45mnonstop
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11:10 am - 5:10 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-MDW Chicago Midway
4h 00mnonstop
$347Southwest
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 21
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1:02 pm - 9:41 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:25 pm - 9:13 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-MDW Chicago Midway
8h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$362Delta
Sat, Dec 12 - Mon, Dec 21
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12:39 pm - 7:55 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 16m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Los Angeles
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10:25 pm - 9:13 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-MDW Chicago Midway
8h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$367Delta
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago Midway Airport to Sacramento flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Sacramento typically range from $421 to $576. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $327, on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to Sacramento?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to Sacramento. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 27% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to Sacramento?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to Sacramento at $376 round-trip.
•November ($697) and July ($579) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 85% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Midway to Sacramento

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

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on 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.

Bill Fink

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.

Key details for Chicago Midway Airport to Sacramento flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$174
Beat the crowds with an average 29% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 33% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Sacramento

When to book flights from Midway to Sacramento

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Midway 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 Chicago Midway Airport to Sacramento flight questions, answered

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Sacramento?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago Midway Airport to Sacramento:

    • Earliest: departs at 9:40 am and lands at 2:19 pm
    • Latest: departs at 11:05 pm and lands at 3:44 am.

    The flight takes about 4h 39m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Sacramento?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Sacramento.

  • How long is a flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Sacramento?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Sacramento takes 4h 39m, covering 1,785 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago Midway Airport 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 Chicago Midway Airport to Sacramento flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Sacramento range from $421 to $576, with an average of $495 over the past 12 months. Anything below $421 counts as a good deal.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Sacramento?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Sacramento?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Chicago Midway Airport to Sacramento spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Chicago Midway Airport to Sacramento flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Chicago Midway Airport to Sacramento changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $327 to $1,821. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago Midway Airport to Sacramento looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago Midway Airport to Sacramento are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $181, which is 36% 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 $60 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Payless

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago Midway Airport to Sacramento?

    Flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Sacramento usually depart from Chicago Midway (MDW) and arrive at Sacramento Intl (SMF).

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Sacramento?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Sacramento. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $449 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $629, a difference of $180.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Chicago Midway Airport to Sacramento?

    Only Southwest operates flights between Chicago Midway Airport and Sacramento.

  • What is the time difference between Chicago Midway Airport and Sacramento?

    Sacramento is 2 hours behind Chicago Midway Airport (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.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Chicago Midway Airport to Sacramento flights?

    Among airlines operating Chicago Midway Airport to Sacramento flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Chicago Midway Airport to Sacramento flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Chicago Midway Airport 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $449, about $180 less than Sunday fares (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago Midway Airport to Sacramento trip for October. Fares historically average $376 round-trip in that month - typically $321 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).

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