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Cheapest round-trip
$326
Typical prices: $396-$565
Frontier
Sat 11/24Tue 11/27
SMF - ORD • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$342
Typical prices: $423-$578
American Airlines
Wed 11/21Wed 12/5
SMF - ORD • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines and American Airlines. Average duration is 4h 15m
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Most punctual • 94% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 38% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 14% price drop
Most popular
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Cheapest • Avg $236 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 25m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to O'Hare Intl (SMF-ORD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sacramento to O'Hare Intl

Tue, Nov 24 - Fri, Nov 27
Frontier Logo
5:11 pm - 5:10 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 59m2 stops Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Frontier Logo
10:00 pm - 10:15 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
14h 15m1 stop Los Angeles
$326Frontier
Wed, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 7
American Airlines Logo
11:12 am - 10:30 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 18m1 stop Los Angeles
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 12:15 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 15m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$327American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9
Delta Logo
6:15 am - 4:43 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 28m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
1:34 pm - 9:46 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$327Delta
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9
Delta Logo
10:52 pm - 8:49 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 57m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:10 pm - 11:12 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 02m1 stop Los Angeles
$327Delta
Wed, Nov 25 - Tue, Dec 1
Frontier Logo
6:26 pm - 5:10 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 44m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Frontier Logo
9:13 am - 10:35 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
27h 22m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles
$327Frontier
Sun, Nov 22 - Sat, Dec 5
Alaska Airlines Logo
1:37 pm - 11:49 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 12m1 stop San Diego
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:08 pm - 7:31 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 23m1 stop Portland
$328Alaska Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Fri, Dec 4
Alaska Airlines Logo
1:37 pm - 11:49 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 12m1 stop San Diego
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5:29 pm - 11:08 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 39m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$328Alaska Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:25 pm - 10:01 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
19h 36m2 stops Denver Intl Minneapolis St Paul
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 9:45 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
28h 45m3 stops Denver Intl San Francisco Los Angeles
$331Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 30 - Sun, Jan 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:37 am - 12:26 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
10h 49m1 stop Denver Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:58 pm - 10:21 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
16h 23m1 stop San Diego
$332Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
American Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 3:16 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 46m1 stop Los Angeles
American Airlines Logo
9:08 pm - 11:57 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
4h 49mnonstop
$335American Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport typically range from $396 to $565. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $326, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at $414 round-trip.
•July ($510) and June ($506) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 23% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 38% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Sacramento to O'Hare Intl

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

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines and ORD

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.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

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.

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 Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$99
Beat the crowds with an average 50% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 56% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Sacramento to O'Hare Intl

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Your Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:28 am and lands at 10:43 am
    • Latest: departs at 11:53 pm and lands at 4:08 am.

    The flight takes about 4h 15m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 4h 15m, covering 1,776 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    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 Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport range from $396 to $565, with an average of $483 over the past 12 months. Anything below $396 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 17% above the $483 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $236 round-trip via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), compared to $498 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 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 Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 9 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, night flights for 25%, and evening flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 $326 to $1,958. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    American Airlines is the only airline on the Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $142, which is 48% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD)?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $64 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Ace
    • Dollar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flights from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport usually depart from Sacramento Intl (SMF) and arrive at Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport route, 7% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 3h.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • San Diego (SAN) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 13% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $450 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $545, a difference of $95.

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

  • What airlines fly from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Sacramento and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • American Airlines

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flying via Salt Lake City (SLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 25m, compared with 6h 53m via Portland (PDX) and 7h 41m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • What is the time difference between Sacramento and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 2 hours ahead of Sacramento (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and Soldier Field. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; 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 Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

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

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: 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.

  • What are some of the transportation options to get from the Chicago O' Hare International Airport (ORD) into the downtown Chicago area after a flight?

    A good option that utilizes public transportation is to take the Blue Line train operated by the Chicago Transit Authority, which makes the trip from the airport to the downtown area in around 43min. Passengers that would like to take a taxi on this trip should expect to be traveling for about 23 minutes.

  • Does the Chicago O' Hare International Airport offer any shower facilities at the airport?

    Passengers can utilize the showers at the Hilton Athletic Club, the American Airlines Club, or the United Polaris Lounge after a flight from Sacramento.

  • Are there any airports that have a location close to the terminal buildings at the Chicago O' Hare International Airport?

    One of the most convenient options is to stay at the Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport Hotel, which has a location right across from Terminal Two, and there's a connection to all of the domestic terminals through an underground walkway system.

  • If I plan on renting a car upon my arrival at Chicago O' Hare International Airport, where should I plan to find the rental car companies?

    One of the greatest features of this airport is that they offer around 12 different rental car companies offering service here. Every one of the rental car companies has its customer service desk, and all of the cars are available for rent at the Multi-Modal Facility. To get to this facility after a flight, passengers should follow signage to make their way to the Airport Transit System that will take them from the airport terminals to the facility.

Your guide to booking Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 $450, about $95 less than Sunday fares (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 38% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $414 round-trip in that month - typically $96 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with United Airlines. Over the past three months, 94% of United Airlines flights from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 93%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 3h, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $236 round-trip on this route - about $261 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • A really terrific way to get from the downtown Sacramento area to the Sacramento International Airport (SMF) that does not involve driving in your own car is to take the Line 142 bus operated by Sacramento Regional Transit, which can take you from the downtown area to the airport in around 18min.
  • Passengers that are going to park their own cars at the Sacramento International Airport (SMF) that want to find the most economical choice for parking should utilize the East and West Economy Parking Lots at the airport which offer the lowest daily rate and have shuttle service back to the airport buildings around every 25min.
  • For those passengers looking for a way to pass the time before a flight from Sacramento International Airport, this airport offers an extensive collection of artwork found throughout both of the terminal buildings at the airport. One of the great things to see in this collection is the Flying Gardens in Terminal A which consists of 12 massive bird sculptures mounted at varying heights.
  • For those passengers that want to find a relaxing and convenient place to wait for a flight at Sacramento International Airport, there are two Escape Lounge locations at this airport that feature an abundance of seating options, food and beverage choices, computers with internet access, and flight information screens.
  • Passengers that will be taking a four-legged friend or a service animal with them on their flight from Sacramento International Airport should know that this airport offers four different pet relief areas, with two in each terminal building -- one outside of the terminal and then one past the security checkpoints.

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Sacramento Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Chicago O'Hare Intl to Sacramento Intl

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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