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$157+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Midway (MDW)

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 1/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — MDW
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Midway

Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Midway
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Midway. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/307:40 pmSMF - MDW
1 stop7h 25mSouthwest
Fri 1/28:00 amMDW - SMF
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/9$576
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:10 amSMF - MDW
Nonstop4h 00mSouthwest
Fri 1/28:00 amMDW - SMF
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/11$582
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/278:30 pmSMF - MDW
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Fri 1/28:00 amMDW - SMF
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/11$591
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/268:10 amSMF - MDW
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Thu 1/18:15 amMDW - SMF
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$596
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:50 amSMF - MDW
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Fri 1/28:00 amMDW - SMF
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/9$611
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/266:15 amSMF - MDW
2 stops7h 20mSouthwest
Fri 1/28:00 amMDW - SMF
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$617
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:10 amSMF - MDW
Nonstop4h 00mSouthwest
Mon 12/296:05 amMDW - SMF
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$621

Find flight deals from Sacramento to Midway

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Midway (MDW). 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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$279
(Delta)

One-way from

$157
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$559
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Chicago Midway Airport that are best for you.

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Sacramento

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Midway

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Price

SacramentoChicago

SMF - MDW

SMFMDW

Sacramento Intl

Tue 1/6

6:25 pm-8:52 am

2 stops12h 27m

Chicago Midway

Tue 1/13

1:49 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$284

SacramentoChicago

SMF - MDW

SMFMDW

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/11

7:05 am-5:29 pm

1 stop8h 24m

Chicago Midway

Thu 2/19

1:26 pm-9:49 pm

2 stops10h 23m

$286

SacramentoChicago

SMF - MDW

SMFMDW

Sacramento Intl

Thu 3/19

7:56 pm-8:50 am

2 stops10h 54m

Chicago Midway

Wed 3/25

9:30 am-7:09 pm

2 stops11h 39m

$294

SacramentoChicago

SMF - MDW

SMFMDW

Sacramento Intl

Thu 1/8

6:25 pm-8:52 am

2 stops12h 27m

Chicago Midway

Mon 1/12

9:32 am-5:30 pm

2 stops9h 58m

$294

SacramentoChicago

SMF - MDW

SMFMDW

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/7

6:25 pm-8:52 am

2 stops12h 27m

Chicago Midway

Sun 1/11

1:49 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$294

SacramentoChicago

SMF - MDW

SMFMDW

Sacramento Intl

Fri 1/16

10:40 pm-10:32 am

1 stop9h 52m

Chicago Midway

Sun 1/18

1:49 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$379

SacramentoChicago

SMF - MDW

SMFMDW

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/25

5:09 pm-8:46 am

2 stops13h 37m

$177

SacramentoChicago

SMF - MDW

SMFMDW

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/16

5:09 pm-8:46 am

2 stops13h 37m

$177

SacramentoChicago

SMF - MDW

SMFMDW

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/25

6:40 am-12:40 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

$203

SacramentoChicago

SMF - MDW

SMFMDW

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/3

6:25 am-12:25 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

$203

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Deals found on 12/11

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sacramento to Midway in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Chicago Midway Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Chicago Midway Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Chicago Midway Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Chicago Midway Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Sacramento-Chicago Midway Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Midway

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to Chicago Midway Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sacramento to Chicago Midway Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Chicago Midway Airport (average of $146). Flying from Sacramento to Chicago Midway Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $256). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SMF to MDW?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to Midway. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 34% on flights from Sacramento to Chicago Midway Airport by exploring options for tickets at noon.

The best insider tips for Sacramento to Chicago Midway Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Sacramento to Chicago Midway Airport trip
Airports
SMF

Security lines at SMF can be hectic on weekday mornings, especially Mondays. Arrive early to avoid delays.

Read more about SMFBy Matt Meltzer
MDW

Use the Orange Line train for a quick, affordable trip from MDW to downtown Chicago in under 30 minutes.

Read more about MDWBy Ramsey Qubein
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An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer has been a travel writer for over a decade, covering U.S. domestic locations and hotels for Thrillist, Fifty Grande, Matador Network, Conde Nast Traveler, and other top publications. He's won multiple travel journalism awards from the Society of American Travel Writers and North American Travel Journalists Association, and currently resides in South Florida.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Midway

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Midway. 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 Midway. Reviews last updated December 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sacramento to Chicago Midway Airport, such as Southwest and Frontier. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,252 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,252 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,252 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,084 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,252 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento to Midway. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Sacramento Intl (SMF), located 9.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Sacramento to Chicago Midway. 2 airlines have flights from Sacramento Intl to Chicago Midway on a regular basis. Booking flights from Sacramento Intl to Chicago Midway should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 1 outbound flight to Chicago Midway per day.

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

    A quick flight from Sacramento to Chicago Midway Airport can take about 12h 27m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $284. Airlines will cover a distance of 1785 mi.

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

    Frontier, at $177, was found to be the cheapest airline from Sacramento to Chicago Midway Airport. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Southwest. These flights start at 61% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Chicago Midway Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Sacramento to Chicago Midway Airport? While on average our users pay $388, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $179. The most popular route (Sacramento Intl - Chicago Midway), is priced around $279.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to Midway?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sacramento to Midway?

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sacramento to Chicago Midway Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Chicago Midway Airport (average of $146). Flying from Sacramento to Chicago Midway Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $256). 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.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Sacramento to Midway

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Midway. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$188Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$335Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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