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$163+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Chicago (CHI)

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SMF — CHI
Jan 27 — Feb 31
Tue 1/27
Tue 2/3
1 adult, Economy
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This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Mon 12/2912:52 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop9h 20mFrontier
Thu 1/810:32 pmORD - SMF
1 stop13h 10mFrontier
Deal found 12/26$353
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Fri 12/2612:52 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop9h 20mFrontier
Thu 1/810:32 pmORD - SMF
1 stop13h 10mFrontier
Deal found 12/26$373
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2912:52 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop9h 20mFrontier
Fri 1/27:00 amORD - SMF
1 stop6h 57mFrontier
Deal found 12/26$387
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3012:52 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop9h 20mFrontier
Fri 1/27:00 amORD - SMF
1 stop6h 57mFrontier
Deal found 12/25$432
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Sat 12/271:11 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop9h 01mFrontier
Fri 1/27:00 amORD - SMF
1 stop6h 57mFrontier
Deal found 12/26$437
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Fri 12/2612:52 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop9h 20mFrontier
Fri 1/27:00 amORD - SMF
1 stop6h 57mFrontier
Deal found 12/26$452
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Mon 12/2912:52 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop9h 20mFrontier
Tue 12/307:00 amORD - SMF
1 stop6h 57mFrontier
Deal found 12/26$482
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Fri 12/2612:52 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop9h 20mFrontier
Sat 1/37:00 amORD - SMF
1 stop7h 16mFrontier
Deal found 12/26$502
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2612:52 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop9h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/92:06 pmORD - SMF
1 stop7h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/26$511
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 12/296:16 pmSMF - RFD
1 stop15h 09mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/111:24 pmRFD - SMF
2 stops23h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/26$559
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 12/296:16 pmSMF - ORD
2 stops15h 11mFrontier
Sun 1/1110:07 pmORD - SMF
1 stop17h 06mFrontier
Deal found 12/26$597
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 12/2911:37 amSMF - ORD
1 stop16h 28mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/109:15 amORD - SMF
2 stops27h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/26$616

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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 December 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$275
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$163
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$490
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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Chicago that are best for you.

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SacramentoChicago

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/23

5:09 pm-1:11 pm

2 stops18h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/25

8:20 am-2:30 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$278

SacramentoChicago

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Thu 3/19

8:14 pm-6:39 am

1 stop8h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/25

4:10 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop8h 48m

$282

SacramentoChicago

SMF - MDW

SMFMDW

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/10

10:40 pm-9:53 am

1 stop9h 13m

Chicago Midway

Tue 2/17

1:49 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$283

SacramentoChicago

SMF - MDW

SMFMDW

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/31

11:00 pm-8:53 am

1 stop7h 53m

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/14

2:12 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop8h 23m

$283

SacramentoChicago

SMF - MDW

SMFMDW

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/17

12:30 pm-10:07 pm

1 stop7h 37m

Chicago Midway

Tue 1/20

1:49 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$283

SacramentoChicago

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Thu 1/22

9:00 am-5:10 pm

1 stop30h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/29

6:06 pm-8:03 pm

1 stop27h 57m

$283

SacramentoChicago

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/17

12:30 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/25

7:30 am-5:30 pm

1 stop12h 00m

$283

SacramentoChicago

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/2

9:00 am-11:50 pm

1 stop12h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/6

3:44 pm-9:57 am

1 stop20h 13m

$283

SacramentoChicago

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Sun 2/22

6:00 am-11:56 pm

1 stop15h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/26

7:00 am-6:10 pm

1 stop13h 10m

$283

SacramentoChicago

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Fri 3/6

6:00 am-11:56 pm

1 stop15h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/9

1:00 pm-9:14 pm

1 stop10h 14m

$283

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sacramento to Chicago in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >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 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 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 Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Sacramento with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to Chicago

How far ahead should I 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 December 26, 2025.

Booking 4 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 month to book a flight from Sacramento to Chicago?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Chicago (average of $126). Flying from Sacramento to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $233). 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 December 28, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Sacramento to Chicago in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 12% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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 December 27, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sacramento to Chicago flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 December 28, 2025.

The most flights from SMF to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

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.

Denver (DEN) – 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.

Las Vegas (LAS) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $186.

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 Las Vegas (LAS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 31m.

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 Denver (DEN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 59m.

How often are flights from Sacramento to Chicago delayed?

About 9% of weekly flights between Sacramento and Chicago have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 153 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?

Monday 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 7% of flights being delayed.

The best insider tips for Sacramento to Chicago flights

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

Security lines at SMF can be hectic on weekday mornings, especially Mondays. Arrive early to avoid delays, particularly if flying out of Terminal A.

Read more about SMFBy Matt Meltzer
ORD

Use the free shuttle train at ORD to navigate between terminals, especially if arriving at Terminal 5.

Read more about ORDBy Ramsey Qubein
MDW

The Orange Line train is the easiest way to reach downtown Chicago from MDW, taking less than 30 minutes.

Read more about MDWBy Ramsey Qubein
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Ramsey Qubein

Expert on ORD and MDW

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

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 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 December 28, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Sacramento to Chicago. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,256 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
8.0
Very good
4,256 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,256 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,019 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,256 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,113 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,256 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,073 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,256 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,211 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,256 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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 Chicago. 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?

    Most people fly from Sacramento Intl (SMF) if they book a flight from Sacramento to Chicago. On average, Sacramento Intl has 9 outbound flights to Chicago per day from 7 airlines. Sacramento Intl is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Sacramento’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to Chicago?

    Airlines like Alaska Airlines and Delta fly from Sacramento to Chicago in about 9h 13m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 49m. There are 1785 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 $149. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $154, and Delta, from $198. Spirit Airlines is 66% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sacramento to Chicago one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $58. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Sacramento to Chicago for a low price.

  • 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 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: Lufthansa (84%), Air Canada (80%), United Airlines (78%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Chicago?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $153. While the most popular route (Sacramento Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $216 on average, our data indicates $1,019 when flying from Sacramento to Chicago.

  • 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.

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

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

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

    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.

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Chicago (average of $126). Flying from Sacramento to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $233). 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 7 airlines flying from Sacramento to Chicago

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Chicago. 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 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$154Average$255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$166Average$230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$235Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$260Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$286Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$335Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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