$113+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Chicago (CHI)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — CHI
Dec 9 — Dec 161
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to ChicagoExplore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 9, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 9, 2026.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1811:59 am -
1 stop10h 22m
Wed 12/26:21 am -
1 stop11h 55m
Deal found 11/9![Frontier logo]()
$315
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/236:26 pm -
1 stop8h 44m
Tue 12/16:21 am -
1 stop11h 55m
Deal found 11/5![Frontier logo]()
$316
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/610:36 am -
1 stop16h 25m
Tue 12/86:21 am -
1 stop11h 52m
Deal found 11/9![Frontier logo]()
$318
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/35:11 pm -
2 stops29h 42m
Sun 12/67:00 am -
1 stop6h 35m
Deal found 11/6![Frontier logo]()
$319
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/82:57 pm -
2 stops12h 04m
Tue 12/1510:00 am -
2 stops27h 35m
Deal found 11/5![Frontier logo]()
$320
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/45:11 pm -
2 stops29h 43m
Sat 12/126:21 am -
1 stop11h 52m
Deal found 11/4![Frontier logo]()
$322
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/89:15 am -
1 stop6h 10m
Tue 12/158:45 pm -
Nonstop4h 45m
Deal found 11/4![Southwest logo]()
$323
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/1512:04 pm -
1 stop10h 17m
Wed 12/26:21 am -
1 stop11h 55m
Deal found 11/8![Frontier logo]()
$325
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/15:11 pm -
2 stops18h 49m
Wed 12/96:21 am -
1 stop11h 52m
Deal found 11/4![Frontier logo]()
$326
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/411:10 am -
Nonstop4h 00m
Tue 12/83:55 pm -
1 stop6h 40m
Deal found 11/4![Southwest logo]()
$327
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/41:05 pm -
1 stop6h 53m
Fri 12/1110:05 am -
Nonstop4h 55m
Deal found 11/4![American Airlines logo]()
$327
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/191:30 pm -
1 stop15h 24m
Fri 1/86:10 am -
1 stop7h 06m
Deal found 11/9![Frontier logo]()
$328
Best flights from Sacramento to ChicagoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Sacramento to Chicago that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated November 9, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Sacramento to Chicago that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated November 9, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 12/111:15 pm -
1 stop6h 45m
Tue 12/158:45 pm -
Nonstop4h 45m
Deal found 11/5![Southwest logo]()
$327
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1112:20 pm -
1 stop8h 34m
Tue 12/159:37 am -
2 stops8h 31m
Deal found 11/4![Delta logo]()
$332
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/238:50 pm -
1 stop14h 29m
Thu 12/317:00 am -
1 stop8h 00m
Deal found 11/5![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$337
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/210:36 am -
Nonstop4h 14m
Wed 12/99:07 am -
Nonstop4h 50m
Deal found 11/4![United Airlines logo]()
$342
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/26:15 am -
Nonstop3h 55m
Wed 12/98:45 pm -
Nonstop4h 45m
Deal found 11/4![Southwest logo]()
$347
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/57:05 am -
1 stop7h 45m
Sat 12/126:40 am -
1 stop7h 49m
Deal found 11/7![Delta logo]()
$405
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/277:00 am -
Nonstop4h 15m
Sat 12/129:07 am -
Nonstop4h 50m
Deal found 11/6![United Airlines logo]()
$424
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/47:10 am -
2 stops8h 05m
Tue 12/812:05 pm -
2 stops8h 40m
Deal found 11/4![Southwest logo]()
$407
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/236:42 am -
1 stop11h 21m
Fri 11/277:26 am -
1 stop7h 15m
Deal found 11/5![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$464
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/301:39 pm -
1 stop7h 54m
Sat 1/29:54 pm -
Nonstop4h 51m
Deal found 11/4![United Airlines logo]()
$434
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/88:30 am -
2 stops6h 50m
Tue 12/1512:05 pm -
2 stops8h 40m
Deal found 11/4![Southwest logo]()
$407
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/39:00 am -
1 stop7h 52m
Mon 12/79:07 am -
Nonstop4h 50m
Deal found 11/8![United Airlines logo]()
$435
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Mon 12/76:15 am -
Nonstop3h 55m
Sat 12/1210:10 am -
1 stop7h 15m
Deal found 11/6![Southwest logo]()
$424
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/267:00 am -
Nonstop4h 15m
Tue 12/12:29 pm -
1 stop8h 06m
Deal found 11/8![United Airlines logo]()
$494
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/212:15 pm -
Nonstop4h 17m
Mon 12/289:54 pm -
Nonstop4h 51m
Deal found 11/8![United Airlines logo]()
$509
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 11/266:45 am -
2 stops8h 05m
Tue 12/15:50 am -
1 stop7h 00m
Deal found 11/8![Southwest logo]()
$524
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/2210:55 am -
1 stop7h 10m
Fri 11/273:45 pm -
Nonstop4h 38m
Deal found 11/6![United Airlines logo]()
$510
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/210:36 am -
Nonstop4h 14m
Sat 12/57:55 pm -
Nonstop4h 46m
Deal found 11/7![United Airlines logo]()
$519
Last-minute flights from Sacramento to ChicagoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Sacramento to Chicago. Data last updated November 9, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Sacramento to Chicago. Data last updated November 9, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/1512:04 pm -
1 stop10h 17m
Wed 12/26:21 am -
1 stop11h 55m
Deal found 11/8![Frontier logo]()
$325
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1811:59 am -
1 stop10h 22m
Wed 12/26:21 am -
1 stop11h 55m
Deal found 11/9![Frontier logo]()
$315
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/236:26 pm -
1 stop8h 44m
Tue 12/16:21 am -
1 stop11h 55m
Deal found 11/5![Frontier logo]()
$316
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/15:11 pm -
2 stops18h 49m
Wed 12/96:21 am -
1 stop11h 52m
Deal found 11/4![Frontier logo]()
$326
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/35:11 pm -
2 stops29h 42m
Sun 12/67:00 am -
1 stop6h 35m
Deal found 11/6![Frontier logo]()
$319
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/45:11 pm -
2 stops29h 43m
Sat 12/126:21 am -
1 stop11h 52m
Deal found 11/4![Frontier logo]()
$322
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/411:10 am -
Nonstop4h 00m
Tue 12/83:55 pm -
1 stop6h 40m
Deal found 11/4![Southwest logo]()
$327
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/41:05 pm -
1 stop6h 53m
Fri 12/1110:05 am -
Nonstop4h 55m
Deal found 11/4![American Airlines logo]()
$327
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/610:36 am -
1 stop16h 25m
Tue 12/86:21 am -
1 stop11h 52m
Deal found 11/9![Frontier logo]()
$318
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/82:57 pm -
2 stops12h 04m
Tue 12/1510:00 am -
2 stops27h 35m
Deal found 11/5![Frontier logo]()
$320
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/89:15 am -
1 stop6h 10m
Tue 12/158:45 pm -
Nonstop4h 45m
Deal found 11/4![Southwest logo]()
$323
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/191:30 pm -
1 stop15h 24m
Fri 1/86:10 am -
1 stop7h 06m
Deal found 11/9![Frontier logo]()
$328
One-way flights from Sacramento to ChicagoSearch for one-way flight options from Sacramento to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated November 9, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Sacramento to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated November 9, 2026.
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/812:30 pm -
1 stop10h 24m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/5![Frontier logo]()
$113
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/212:35 pm -
1 stop10h 18m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/4![Frontier logo]()
$116
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/312:25 pm -
1 stop10h 28m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/4![Frontier logo]()
$123
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/412:25 pm -
1 stop10h 28m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/6![Frontier logo]()
$124
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/115:11 pm -
2 stops29h 43m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/4![Frontier logo]()
$125
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/291:06 pm -
1 stop15h 48m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/6![Frontier logo]()
$126
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/253:12 pm -
1 stop12h 37m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/5![Frontier logo]()
$127
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/1212:30 pm -
1 stop10h 24m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/6![Frontier logo]()
$128
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/512:30 pm -
1 stop10h 24m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/7![Frontier logo]()
$129
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/145:11 pm -
2 stops29h 43m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/5![Frontier logo]()
$130
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/117:07 am -
1 stop9h 53m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/4![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$134
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/1410:36 am -
2 stops45h 09m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/5![Frontier logo]()
$158
Find 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 November 9, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $315 (Frontier) |
One-way from | $113 (Super.com) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $519 |
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Sacramento Intl
Fri 12/11
7:00 am-1:14 pm
Nonstop4h 14m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$154
SacramentoChicago
SMF Sacramento Intl - MDW Chicago Midway
SMFMDW
Sacramento Intl
Tue 12/8
6:15 am-12:10 pm
Nonstop3h 55m
Chicago Midway
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$159
Quickest round-trip
SacramentoChicago
SMF Sacramento Intl - MDW Chicago Midway
SMFMDW
Sacramento Intl
Fri 12/11
11:55 pm-5:45 am
Nonstop3h 50m
Chicago Midway
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$159
SacramentoChicago
SMF Sacramento Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
SMFORD
Sacramento Intl
Tue 1/12
6:35 am-12:52 pm
Nonstop4h 17m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$159
SacramentoChicago
SMF Sacramento Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
SMFORD
Sacramento Intl
Tue 12/8
7:00 am-1:14 pm
Nonstop4h 14m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$159
SacramentoChicago
SMF Sacramento Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
SMFORD
Sacramento Intl
Wed 1/6
10:25 pm-12:56 pm
2 stops12h 31m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$174
SacramentoChicago
SMF Sacramento Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
SMFORD
Sacramento Intl
Thu 12/3
10:50 pm-5:00 am
Nonstop4h 10m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$189
SacramentoChicago
SMF Sacramento Intl - MDW Chicago Midway
SMFMDW
Sacramento Intl
Wed 11/25
11:55 pm-5:45 am
Nonstop3h 50m
Chicago Midway
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$189
SacramentoChicago
SMF Sacramento Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
SMFORD
Sacramento Intl
Wed 11/25
7:00 am-1:15 pm
Nonstop4h 15m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$189
SacramentoChicago
SMF Sacramento Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
SMFORD
Sacramento Intl
Fri 12/25
11:53 pm-6:10 am
Nonstop4h 17m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$189
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Compare providers for flights from Sacramento to Chicago
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 Chicago in November.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sacramento to Chicago?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Chicago (average of $413). Flying from Sacramento to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of $518). 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 CHI?
Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 9, 2026.
It’s optimal to fly from Sacramento to Chicago in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 29% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.
Weekly flight availability from Sacramento to Chicago
Explore weekly flight availability from Sacramento to Chicago. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated November 9, 2026.
The most flights from SMF to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Chicago?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Sacramento to Chicago flights typically cost between $440 and $603 in November.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $315 on Frontier (Nov 21-Dec 5).
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Sacramento to Chicago?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Sacramento to Chicago chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Los Angeles (LAX) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Sacramento to Chicago on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Sacramento to Chicago?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Sacramento to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Los Angeles (LAX) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $188.
What’s the fastest layover option from Sacramento to Chicago?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Sacramento to Chicago, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via San Diego (SAN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 52m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Sacramento to Chicago?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Sacramento to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via San Diego (SAN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 26m.
How often are flights from Sacramento to Chicago delayed?
About 7% of weekly flights between Sacramento and Chicago have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 180 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Sacramento to Chicago flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Sacramento to Chicago flights?
Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% of flights being delayed.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Sacramento to Chicago?
Booking 50 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.
What is the cheapest day 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 November 7, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sacramento to Chicago flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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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 November 9, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andDelta from Sacramento to Chicago. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$179 | Average$288 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$188 | Average$331 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$190 | Average$363 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$317 | Average$453 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$334 | Average$514 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$380 | Average$518 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |