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Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Chicago (CHI) from $62

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Chicago are usually found in October or September, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 19, 2024.

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$222

One-way from

$62
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Chicago?

Users have found that flying from Sacramento to Chicago on a Sunday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

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

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 36 days in advance to save up to 54% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 36 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Sacramento to Chicago 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $358, or $447 for flights within the next 24 hours.

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

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in June. For low rates, September can be a great choice for travel to Chicago. Flights to Chicago from Sacramento in September are about $346 on average during September, but can be found for as low as $105.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Chicago (SMF - CHI)?

It’s optimal to fly from Sacramento to Chicago in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 29% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Sacramento to Chicago

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Sacramento and Chicago. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,138,949 searches. Data last updated April 19, 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest American Airlines flights we've detected traveling from Sacramento to Chicago. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Wed 5/2911:59 pmSMF - ORD
Nonstop4h 06mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/56:34 pmORD - SMF
Nonstop4h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/19$297
Thu 5/3010:10 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop8h 46mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/56:34 pmORD - SMF
Nonstop4h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$305
Mon 4/2911:36 amSMF - ORD
Nonstop4h 03mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/38:09 amORD - SMF
Nonstop4h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$663
Thu 4/2511:36 amSMF - ORD
Nonstop4h 03mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/288:09 amORD - SMF
Nonstop4h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$859
Wed 4/2411:36 amSMF - ORD
Nonstop4h 03mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/288:09 amORD - SMF
Nonstop4h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$957

  • If you’re traveling from Sacramento to Chicago, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is American Airlines. Flights from American Airlines traveling this route typically cost $456.00 RT. This price is typically 65% more expensive than other airlines that offer Sacramento to Chicago flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $238. The most popular departure airport in Sacramento when flying to Chicago is Sacramento Intl Airport. The most popular airport to fly into when visiting Chicago is Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. When flying from Sacramento to Chicago, American Airlines flights are 3% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Sacramento to Chicago

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Spirit Airlines for the route between Sacramento and Chicago. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,138,949 searches. Data last updated April 19, 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest Spirit Airlines flights traveling from Sacramento to Chicago. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Wed 5/87:28 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop9h 12mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/225:50 pmORD - SMF
1 stop29h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$125
Wed 5/87:28 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop24h 27mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/141:13 pmORD - SMF
1 stop26h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$134
Wed 5/157:28 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop18h 16mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/225:50 pmORD - SMF
1 stop20h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$135
Wed 6/52:39 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop13h 49mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/109:54 amORD - SMF
1 stop13h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$136
Tue 4/308:36 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop7h 31mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/81:13 pmORD - SMF
1 stop7h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/17$138
Thu 5/302:42 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop13h 58mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/410:52 pmORD - SMF
1 stop13h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$142
Wed 5/87:28 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop9h 12mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/227:08 amORD - SMF
2 stops31h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$147
Wed 5/88:50 amSMF - ORD
2 stops11h 05mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/1410:52 pmORD - SMF
1 stop13h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$148
Wed 5/158:50 amSMF - ORD
2 stops19h 50mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/221:13 pmORD - SMF
1 stop24h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$149

  • If you’re traveling from Sacramento to Chicago, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is Spirit Airlines. Sacramento to Chicago flights are typically 30% cheaper than other airlines traveling the same route. Flights from Spirit Airlines typically cost $419.81 RT. The cheapest Spirit Airlines flight found for this route was $249. When traveling from Sacramento to Chicago on Spirit Airlines, the most popular airport to depart from is Sacramento Intl Airport and the most popular airport to arrive at is Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. When flying from Sacramento to Chicago, Spirit Airlines flights are 1% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Sacramento to Chicago flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Sacramento to Chicago specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,138,949 searches. Prices were last updated on April 19, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Sacramento to Chicago in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Wed 5/87:28 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop9h 12mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/225:50 pmORD - SMF
1 stop29h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$125
Wed 5/87:28 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop24h 27mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/141:13 pmORD - SMF
1 stop26h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$134
Wed 5/87:28 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop24h 27mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/137:52 pmORD - SMF
1 stop24h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$135
Tue 4/308:36 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop7h 31mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/81:13 pmORD - SMF
1 stop7h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/17$138
Sat 5/49:07 pmSMF - MDW
1 stop9h 24mFrontier
Mon 5/610:59 pmMDW - SMF
1 stop23h 44mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$140
Thu 5/302:42 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop13h 58mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/410:52 pmORD - SMF
1 stop13h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$142
Thu 5/99:57 pmSMF - MDW
1 stop11h 39mFrontier
Mon 5/1310:59 pmMDW - SMF
1 stop23h 44mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$147
Wed 5/87:28 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop9h 12mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/227:08 amORD - SMF
2 stops31h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$147
Wed 5/88:50 amSMF - ORD
2 stops11h 05mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/1410:52 pmORD - SMF
1 stop13h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$148

Sacramento to Chicago 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Sacramento and Chicago in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,138,949 searches. Data last updated April 19, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Sacramento to Chicago in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Wed 5/87:28 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop9h 12mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/225:50 pmORD - SMF
1 stop29h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$125
Wed 5/87:28 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop24h 27mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/141:13 pmORD - SMF
1 stop26h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$134
Wed 5/87:28 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop24h 27mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/137:52 pmORD - SMF
1 stop24h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$135
Wed 6/52:39 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop13h 49mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/109:54 amORD - SMF
1 stop13h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$136
Tue 4/308:36 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop7h 31mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/81:13 pmORD - SMF
1 stop7h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/17$138
Sat 5/49:07 pmSMF - MDW
1 stop9h 24mFrontier
Mon 5/610:59 pmMDW - SMF
1 stop23h 44mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$140
Thu 5/302:42 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop13h 58mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/410:52 pmORD - SMF
1 stop13h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$142
Thu 5/99:57 pmSMF - MDW
1 stop11h 39mFrontier
Mon 5/1310:59 pmMDW - SMF
1 stop23h 44mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$147
Wed 5/87:28 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop9h 12mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/227:08 amORD - SMF
2 stops31h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$147

Non-stop flights to Chicago from Sacramento

Discover non-stop flight options from Sacramento to Chicago. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,138,949 searches. Data last updated April 19, 2024.
For a quicker trip, book one of these direct flights from Sacramento to Chicago. Those looking to potentially save on 1 or 2-stop flights from Sacramento to Chicago should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Wed 5/2911:59 pmSMF - ORD
Nonstop4h 06mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/56:34 pmORD - SMF
Nonstop4h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/19$297
Sat 5/187:00 amSMF - ORD
Nonstop4h 07mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/257:35 pmORD - SMF
Nonstop4h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/18$305
Wed 5/1511:59 pmSMF - ORD
Nonstop4h 06mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/178:35 pmORD - SMF
Nonstop4h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$317
Fri 5/1711:59 pmSMF - ORD
Nonstop4h 06mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/18:35 pmORD - SMF
Nonstop4h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$321
Fri 7/1211:47 pmSMF - ORD
Nonstop4h 02mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/166:59 pmORD - SMF
Nonstop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$331
Thu 5/911:59 pmSMF - ORD
Nonstop4h 06mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/138:35 pmORD - SMF
Nonstop4h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/19$337
Wed 6/2611:58 pmSMF - ORD
Nonstop4h 02mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/296:35 pmORD - SMF
Nonstop4h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$345
Thu 5/911:59 pmSMF - ORD
Nonstop4h 06mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/128:35 pmORD - SMF
Nonstop4h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$351
Sat 8/37:00 amSMF - ORD
Nonstop4h 05mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/64:14 pmORD - SMF
Nonstop4h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/18$354

Sacramento to Chicago flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Sacramento to Chicago for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,138,949 searches. Data last updated April 19, 2024.
Book one of these great deals on flights from Sacramento to Chicago. To prevent any unwanted surprises, users should verify their flight info before booking.
Fri 4/2611:30 amSMF - MDW
1 stop27h 08mFrontier
Mon 4/295:30 amMDW - SMF
1 stop16h 52mFrontier
Deal found 4/19$176
Mon 4/299:22 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop25h 34mFrontier
Fri 5/36:27 pmORD - SMF
1 stop27h 40mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$181
Thu 4/259:57 pmSMF - MDW
1 stop11h 39mFrontier
Sat 4/2710:30 amMDW - SMF
1 stop11h 37mFrontier
Deal found 4/17$197
Fri 4/2611:30 amSMF - ORD
1 stop11h 26mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/309:34 pmORD - SMF
1 stop11h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/18$200
Sat 4/279:07 pmSMF - MDW
1 stop9h 24mFrontier
Sun 4/2810:27 pmMDW - SMF
1 stop23h 55mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$206
Fri 4/2611:30 amSMF - MDW
1 stop27h 08mFrontier
Mon 4/2910:59 pmMDW - SMF
1 stop23h 44mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$213
Mon 4/299:22 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop25h 34mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/511:58 pmORD - SMF
1 stop22h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$233
Fri 4/2611:30 amSMF - ORD
1 stop11h 26mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/297:52 pmORD - SMF
1 stop25h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19$237
Mon 4/299:22 pmSMF - MDW
1 stop12h 16mFrontier
Sun 5/510:27 pmMDW - SMF
1 stop23h 55mFrontier
Deal found 4/17$243

One-way flights to Chicago from Sacramento

Search for one-way flight options from Sacramento to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,138,949 searches. Data last updated April 19, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Sacramento to Chicago, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Those seeking round-trip flights from Sacramento to Chicago should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Mon 5/69:47 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop14h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$62
Wed 6/58:44 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop7h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$67
Thu 5/99:57 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop21h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/19$74
Thu 5/29:57 pmSMF - MDW
1 stop11h 39mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$75
Mon 5/209:05 pmSMF - MDW
1 stop14h 44mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$79
Sat 5/49:07 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop25h 49mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$79
Sat 5/49:07 pmSMF - MDW
1 stop9h 24mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$80
Wed 6/59:13 amSMF - ORD
2 stops19h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$81
Mon 4/299:22 pmSMF - MDW
1 stop12h 16mFrontier
Deal found 4/19$86

Find flights from Sacramento to Chicago within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to Chicago that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,138,949 searches. Data last updated April 19, 2024.

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$125 - $321

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Sacramento IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/8

1 stop9h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/22

1 stop29h 17m

$125

Sacramento IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/8

1 stop24h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/14

1 stop26h 36m

$134

Sacramento IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/15

1 stop18h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/22

1 stop20h 21m

$135

Sacramento IntlChicago Midway

SMF - MDW

SMFMDW

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/4

1 stop9h 24m

Chicago Midway

Mon 5/6

1 stop23h 44m

$140

Sacramento IntlChicago Midway

SMF - MDW

SMFMDW

Sacramento Intl

Thu 5/9

1 stop11h 39m

Chicago Midway

Mon 5/13

1 stop23h 44m

$147

Sacramento IntlChicago Midway

SMF - MDW

SMFMDW

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/6

1 stop12h 16m

Chicago Midway

Fri 5/10

1 stop6h 56m

$149

Sacramento IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/4

1 stop25h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/8

1 stop11h 02m

$155

Sacramento IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/29

Nonstop4h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/5

Nonstop4h 44m

$297

Sacramento IntlChicago Midway

SMF - MDW

SMFMDW

Sacramento Intl

Fri 5/31

2 stops11h 10m

Chicago Midway

Tue 6/4

1 stop8h 11m

$321

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When is the best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Chicago. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
Booking 81 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sacramento to Chicago. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Chicago. Price data was last updated on April 14, 2024.
Morning
Noon
Afternoon
Evening
All times are departure.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sacramento to Chicago flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Chicago by month

Plan your trip from Sacramento to Chicago by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Sacramento to Chicago is currently $76 while a round-trip flight costs $178. Price data was last updated on April 14, 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Sacramento to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $357). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$248

February

$245

March

$280

April

$276

May

$283

June

$357

July

$336

August

$276

September

$258

October

$248

November

$270

December

$248

Temperature and rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CHI

Temperature

23 - 73.4 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated April 19, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines from Sacramento to Chicago have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,109 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,109 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,109 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Delta
8.1
Very good
11,094 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,109 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,325 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,109 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,955 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,109 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Volaris
6.7
Okay
1,552 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,109 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sacramento to Chicago?

    Most people fly from Sacramento Intl (SMF) if they book a flight from Sacramento to Chicago. On average, Sacramento Intl has 10 outbound flights to Chicago per day from 6 airlines. Sacramento Intl is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Sacramento’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from Sacramento to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Sacramento to Chicago for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $125, but on average you can expect to pay $146.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Sacramento to Chicago for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Sacramento to Chicago under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from Sacramento to Chicago is less than $357.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Sacramento to Chicago for under $200?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Sacramento to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Sacramento to Chicago?

    Days when nonstop flights are available for this flight are: Friday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from Sacramento to Chicago on average per day?

    Per day, 3 flights depart from Sacramento to Chicago on average.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 33% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 67% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to Chicago?

    Airlines like Spirit Airlines and Frontier fly from Sacramento to Chicago in about 9h 12m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 12m. There are 1787 mi between Sacramento and Chicago. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sacramento to Chicago round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Sacramento to Chicago round-trip from $125. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Frontier. Spirit Airlines is 70% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most popular routes from Sacramento to Chicago?

    The most popular flight routes from Sacramento to Chicago are Sacramento Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Sacramento Intl - Chicago Midway and Sacramento Intl - Chicago Greater Rockford.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Sacramento to Chicago?

    When booking a flight from Sacramento to Chicago, you may want to consider flying on American Airlines, Alaska Airlines or Delta as they are the most popular for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Sacramento to Chicago?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Sacramento to Chicago on time: Scandinavian Airlines (93%), American Airlines (92%), Qatar Airways (92%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Chicago?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $148. While the most popular route (Sacramento Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $90 on average our data indicates $944 when flying from Sacramento to Chicago.

  • What does SMF to ORD mean?

    SMF and ORD are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. SMF to ORD refers to a flight route from Sacramento Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sacramento to Chicago that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Sacramento to Chicago flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

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    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Sacramento to Chicago flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sacramento to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sacramento to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sacramento to Chicago.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sacramento to Chicago that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Sacramento to Chicago offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Sacramento to Chicago?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Sacramento to Chicago flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Sacramento to Chicago flight deals updated?

    The Sacramento to Chicago flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/18.

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