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$91+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Chicago (CHI)

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 2/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — CHI
Feb 19 — Feb 261
Thu 2/19
Thu 2/26
1 adult, Economy
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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 January 20, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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.
Thu 2/192:50 pm
SMF
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ORD
1 stop7h 02m
Delta
Wed 2/256:45 pm
ORD
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SMF
1 stop6h 58m
Delta
Deal found 1/17$260
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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.
Tue 2/246:40 am
SMF
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ORD
2 stops12h 50m
Delta
Fri 2/277:40 am
ORD
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SMF
1 stop11h 48m
Delta
Deal found 1/17$265
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
Sun 2/1510:53 am
SMF
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ORD
1 stop11h 27m
Frontier
Thu 2/264:16 pm
ORD
-
SMF
1 stop20h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 1/18$268
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 2/286:00 am
SMF
-
MDW
1 stop8h 14m
Delta
Mon 3/21:49 pm
MDW
-
SMF
1 stop9h 09m
Delta
Deal found 1/20$270
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 5/1511:00 pm
SMF
-
ORD
1 stop8h 24m
Delta
Tue 5/197:15 am
ORD
-
SMF
1 stop7h 07m
Delta
Deal found 1/19$270
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Tue 2/176:15 pm
SMF
-
ORD
1 stop27h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 2/247:00 am
ORD
-
SMF
1 stop18h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/19$273
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Thu 3/1211:05 am
SMF
-
ORD
2 stops8h 29m
Delta
Wed 3/181:57 pm
ORD
-
SMF
1 stop9h 58m
Delta
Deal found 1/20$275
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Sun 2/1510:53 am
SMF
-
ORD
1 stop11h 27m
Frontier
Sun 2/226:03 pm
ORD
-
SMF
1 stop19h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 1/19$278
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Wed 3/188:59 pm
SMF
-
MDW
2 stops9h 54m
Delta
Mon 3/232:05 pm
MDW
-
SMF
2 stops11h 03m
Delta
Deal found 1/20$281
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Wed 3/188:59 pm
SMF
-
ORD
2 stops10h 11m
Delta
Mon 3/233:59 pm
ORD
-
SMF
2 stops9h 43m
Delta
Deal found 1/20$281
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 2/2012:08 pm
SMF
-
ORD
2 stops26h 45m
Frontier
Sun 2/226:03 pm
ORD
-
SMF
1 stop19h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 1/19$282
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Sat 2/2112:47 pm
SMF
-
ORD
1 stop9h 12m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 2/235:29 pm
ORD
-
SMF
1 stop18h 47m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/19$283

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 January 20, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$260
(Delta)

One-way from

$91
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$388
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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 January 20, 2026.
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 3/9

6:00 am-11:56 pm

1 stop15h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/10

3:07 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop10h 36m

$260

SacramentoChicago

SMF - MDW

SMFMDW

Sacramento Intl

Fri 4/24

11:06 pm-8:47 am

1 stop7h 41m

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/2

2:12 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop8h 23m

$270

SacramentoChicago

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/8

1:05 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/13

1:26 pm-9:48 pm

1 stop10h 22m

$270

SacramentoChicago

SMF - MDW

SMFMDW

Sacramento Intl

Fri 5/8

11:00 pm-8:42 am

1 stop7h 42m

Chicago Midway

Tue 5/12

1:00 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops11h 50m

$275

SacramentoChicago

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/29

9:42 am-9:35 pm

2 stops9h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/4

7:09 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$275

SacramentoChicago

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Fri 5/8

11:00 pm-9:24 am

1 stop8h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/12

9:30 am-6:33 pm

2 stops11h 03m

$275

SacramentoChicago

SMF - MDW

SMFMDW

Sacramento Intl

Fri 4/24

11:06 pm-1:32 pm

2 stops12h 26m

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/6

1:10 pm-11:12 pm

2 stops12h 02m

$281

SacramentoChicago

SMF - MDW

SMFMDW

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/18

8:59 pm-8:53 am

2 stops9h 54m

Chicago Midway

Mon 3/23

2:05 pm-11:08 pm

2 stops11h 03m

$281

SacramentoChicago

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Sat 2/14

5:55 pm-10:08 am

2 stops14h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/17

2:20 pm-11:43 pm

2 stops11h 23m

$281

SacramentoChicago

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Fri 3/6

5:09 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop28h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/9

7:00 am-11:56 pm

1 stop18h 56m

$283

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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 Chicago in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
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 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 Expedia the most. Expedia 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 January 16, 2026.

Booking 16 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 January 20, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Sacramento to Chicago in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 10% 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 January 17, 2026.

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 January 20, 2026.

The most flights from SMF to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

How often are flights from Sacramento to Chicago delayed?

About 10% 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?

Tuesday 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 8% of flights being delayed.

The best insider tips for Sacramento to Chicago flights

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Ramsey Qubein

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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 January 20, 2026.
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
4,267 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
4,267 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
8,076 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
9,180 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
11,164 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
8,349 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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 7 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 7h 41m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 15m. 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 $154. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Spirit Airlines, from $166, and Delta, from $198. Frontier is 65% 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 $41. 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 (80%), Air Canada (78%), United Airlines (74%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Chicago?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $139. While the most popular route (Sacramento Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $237 on average, our data indicates $709 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 January 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$154Average$255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$166Average$229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$198Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$235Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$273Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$335Average$482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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