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Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Chicago (CHI) from $53

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/19. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
SMF — CHI
Sep 26 — Oct 31
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The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Chicago are usually found in February or October, booked 25 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

How to find the cheapest flight from Sacramento (SMF) to Chicago (CHI)

All the information you need to plan the best SMF to CHI flight in 2023: compare Sacramento to Chicago flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Chicago.

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July

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February

Round-trip from

$207

One-way from

$67
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SMF - CHI

Price

$207 - $364

CHI

Temperature

23 - 73.4 °F

CHI

Rainfall

1.7 - 4.9 inches

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

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

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

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 25 days in advance to save up to 34% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 25 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Sacramento to Chicago 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $521, or $698 for flights within the next 24 hours.

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

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in July. For low rates, February can be a great choice for travel to Chicago. Flights to Chicago from Sacramento in February are about $469 on average during February, but can be found for as low as $242.

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

It’s optimal to fly from Sacramento to Chicago in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 24% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Sacramento to Chicago

Take a peek at the cheapest Spirit Airlines flights we've detected traveling from Sacramento to Chicago. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Sat 10/287:44 amSMF - ORD
1 stop5h 59mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/45:18 amORD - SMF
1 stop11h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/20$124
Thu 10/510:29 amSMF - ORD
1 stop18h 30mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/172:21 pmORD - SMF
1 stop18h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/20$131
Sat 10/287:44 amSMF - ORD
1 stop5h 59mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/45:18 amORD - SMF
1 stop11h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/20$135
Wed 10/42:28 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop10h 07mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/1011:38 amORD - SMF
1 stop21h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/20$137
Tue 10/314:04 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop12h 55mSpirit Airlines
Fri 11/311:30 amORD - SMF
1 stop7h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/20$138
Wed 10/411:44 amSMF - ORD
1 stop12h 51mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/94:05 pmORD - SMF
3 stops25h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/20$139
Wed 10/184:04 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop8h 31mSpirit Airlines
Fri 10/2711:38 amORD - SMF
1 stop7h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/20$142
Wed 10/181:48 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop15h 11mSpirit Airlines
Fri 10/204:22 pmORD - SMF
2 stops18h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/20$145
Tue 10/33:38 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop13h 59mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/94:05 pmORD - SMF
3 stops25h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/20$146

  • If you’re traveling from Sacramento to Chicago, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is Spirit Airlines. Sacramento to Chicago flights are typically 27% cheaper than other airlines traveling the same route. Flights from Spirit Airlines typically cost $458.80 RT. The cheapest Spirit Airlines flight found for this route was $218. When traveling from Sacramento to Chicago on Spirit Airlines, the most popular airport to depart from is Sacramento Intl Airport and the most popular airport to arrive at is Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. When flying from Sacramento to Chicago, Spirit Airlines flights are 6% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Sacramento to Chicago

Browse through some of the cheapest American Airlines flights traveling from Sacramento to Chicago. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Sun 10/19:18 amSMF - ORD
Nonstop4h 05mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/106:10 amORD - SMF
Nonstop4h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/20$727
Sun 10/16:18 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop8h 37mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/106:10 amORD - SMF
Nonstop4h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/20$735
Thu 9/289:18 amSMF - ORD
Nonstop4h 05mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/25:55 amORD - SMF
Nonstop4h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/20$906
Thu 9/286:18 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop10h 01mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/25:55 amORD - SMF
Nonstop4h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/20$914
Thu 9/286:18 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop10h 01mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/15:55 amORD - SMF
Nonstop4h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/20$924

  • If you’re traveling from Sacramento to Chicago, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is American Airlines. Flights from American Airlines traveling this route typically cost $449.11 RT. This price is typically 162% more expensive than other airlines that offer Sacramento to Chicago flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $239. The most popular departure airport in Sacramento when flying to Chicago is Sacramento Intl Airport. The most popular airport to fly into when visiting Chicago is Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. When flying from Sacramento to Chicago, American Airlines flights are 3% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Sacramento to Chicago flights in September & October 2023

The best prices found for SMF to CHI flights for September, October
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Sacramento to Chicago in 2023. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Sat 10/287:44 amSMF - ORD
1 stop5h 59mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/45:18 amORD - SMF
1 stop11h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/20$124
Thu 10/510:29 amSMF - ORD
1 stop18h 30mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/172:21 pmORD - SMF
1 stop18h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/20$131
Tue 10/317:44 amSMF - MDW
2 stops20h 01mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/36:34 pmMDW - SMF
1 stop12h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/20$135
Sat 10/287:44 amSMF - ORD
1 stop5h 59mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/45:18 amORD - SMF
1 stop11h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/20$135
Wed 10/42:28 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop10h 07mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/1011:38 amORD - SMF
1 stop21h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/20$137
Tue 10/314:04 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop12h 55mSpirit Airlines
Fri 11/311:30 amORD - SMF
1 stop7h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/20$138
Wed 10/411:44 amSMF - ORD
1 stop12h 51mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/94:05 pmORD - SMF
3 stops25h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/20$139
Mon 10/164:40 pmSMF - MDW
1 stop13h 02mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/191:45 amMDW - SMF
1 stop6h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/20$142
Wed 10/184:04 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop8h 31mSpirit Airlines
Fri 10/2711:38 amORD - SMF
1 stop7h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/20$142

Sacramento to Chicago 2023 flight deals

Cheap flights to Chicago from Sacramento found for this year
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Sacramento to Chicago in 2023. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Sat 10/287:44 amSMF - ORD
1 stop5h 59mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/45:18 amORD - SMF
1 stop11h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/20$124
Thu 10/510:29 amSMF - ORD
1 stop18h 30mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/172:21 pmORD - SMF
1 stop18h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/20$131
Tue 10/317:44 amSMF - MDW
2 stops20h 01mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/36:34 pmMDW - SMF
1 stop12h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/20$135
Sat 10/287:44 amSMF - ORD
1 stop5h 59mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/45:18 amORD - SMF
1 stop11h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/20$135
Wed 10/42:28 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop10h 07mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/1011:38 amORD - SMF
1 stop21h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/20$137
Tue 10/314:04 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop12h 55mSpirit Airlines
Fri 11/311:30 amORD - SMF
1 stop7h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/20$138
Wed 10/411:44 amSMF - ORD
1 stop12h 51mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/94:05 pmORD - SMF
3 stops25h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/20$139
Mon 10/164:40 pmSMF - MDW
1 stop13h 02mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/191:45 amMDW - SMF
1 stop6h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/20$142
Wed 10/184:04 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop8h 31mSpirit Airlines
Fri 10/2711:38 amORD - SMF
1 stop7h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/20$142

Non-stop flights to Chicago from Sacramento

Save time with Sacramento to Chicago direct flight deals
For a quicker trip, book one of these direct flights from Sacramento to Chicago. Those looking to potentially save on 1 or 2-stop flights from Sacramento to Chicago should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Tue 10/179:37 amSMF - ORD
Nonstop4h 01mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/296:00 amORD - SMF
Nonstop4h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/20$353
Wed 12/201:30 amSMF - ORD
Nonstop4h 02mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/253:15 pmORD - SMF
Nonstop4h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/20$366
Fri 10/279:25 amSMF - ORD
Nonstop4h 03mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/306:00 amORD - SMF
Nonstop4h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/21$373
Sat 10/2110:07 amSMF - ORD
Nonstop4h 04mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/234:10 pmORD - SMF
Nonstop4h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/20$383
Wed 10/189:25 amSMF - ORD
Nonstop4h 03mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/276:00 amORD - SMF
Nonstop4h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/20$390
Sat 10/219:37 amSMF - ORD
Nonstop4h 01mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/226:00 amORD - SMF
Nonstop4h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/20$400
Mon 10/167:55 pmSMF - ORD
Nonstop4h 04mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/1912:03 pmORD - SMF
Nonstop4h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/20$406
Sun 1/211:47 amSMF - ORD
Nonstop4h 05mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/263:53 amORD - SMF
Nonstop4h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/20$420
Sat 10/2810:07 amSMF - ORD
Nonstop4h 04mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/45:05 amORD - SMF
Nonstop4h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/20$423

Sacramento to Chicago flights leaving soon

Late deals on return flights to Chicago from Sacramento, departing today and this week
Book one of these great deals on flights from Sacramento to Chicago. To prevent any unwanted surprises, users should verify their flight info before booking.
Sat 9/304:36 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop7h 59mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/47:47 pmORD - SMF
1 stop15h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/20$172
Sat 9/304:36 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop7h 59mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/43:45 amORD - SMF
2 stops11h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/20$195
Sun 10/15:30 amSMF - ORD
1 stop19h 05mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/47:47 pmORD - SMF
1 stop13h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/20$201
Thu 9/281:39 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop23h 23mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/27:47 pmORD - SMF
1 stop13h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/20$204
Thu 9/281:39 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop23h 23mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/37:47 pmORD - SMF
1 stop13h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/20$206
Sun 10/110:35 amSMF - MDW
1 stop17h 08mFrontier
Tue 10/31:45 amMDW - SMF
1 stop8h 21mFrontier
Deal found 9/20$212
Sat 9/307:54 amSMF - MDW
1 stop10h 50mFrontier
Tue 10/31:45 amMDW - SMF
1 stop8h 21mFrontier
Deal found 9/20$223
Fri 9/292:30 pmSMF - ORD
3 stops32h 50mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/17:47 pmORD - SMF
1 stop17h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/20$227
Sun 10/13:41 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop13h 56mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/112:21 pmORD - SMF
1 stop18h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/20$232

One-way flights to Chicago from Sacramento

The cheapest one-way flights from Sacramento to Chicago
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Sacramento to Chicago, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Those seeking round-trip flights from Sacramento to Chicago should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Tue 10/174:04 pmSMF - MDW
1 stop13h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/19$53
Mon 10/163:00 pmSMF - MDW
1 stop14h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/20$55
Tue 10/171:48 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop10h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/19$55
Mon 10/164:40 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop7h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/20$59
Tue 10/177:44 amSMF - MDW
2 stops20h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/19$60
Thu 10/510:29 amSMF - ORD
1 stop18h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/20$66
Tue 12/121:42 pmSMF - MDW
1 stop27h 56mFrontier
Deal found 9/20$67
Wed 11/86:44 amSMF - ORD
2 stops19h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/20$67
Tue 10/243:00 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop13h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/20$68

Find flights from Sacramento to Chicago within your budget

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Sacramento IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/28

1 stop5h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/4

1 stop11h 56m

$124
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Sacramento IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/5

1 stop18h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/17

1 stop18h 33m

$131
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Sacramento IntlChicago Midway

SMF - MDW

SMFMDW

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/31

2 stops20h 01m

Chicago Midway

Fri 11/3

1 stop12h 01m

$135
Pick Dates

Sacramento IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/28

1 stop5h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/4

1 stop11h 56m

$135
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Sacramento IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/4

1 stop10h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/10

1 stop21h 16m

$137
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Sacramento IntlChicago Midway

SMF - MDW

SMFMDW

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/16

1 stop13h 02m

Chicago Midway

Thu 10/19

1 stop6h 59m

$142
Pick Dates

Sacramento IntlChicago Midway

SMF - MDW

SMFMDW

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/16

1 stop13h 02m

Chicago Midway

Thu 10/19

1 stop6h 59m

$144
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Sacramento IntlChicago Midway

SMF - MDW

SMFMDW

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/17

1 stop13h 58m

Chicago Midway

Sun 10/29

1 stop7h 23m

$170
Pick Dates

Sacramento IntlChicago Midway

SMF - MDW

SMFMDW

Sacramento Intl

Thu 11/2

1 stop11h 20m

Chicago Midway

Mon 11/6

1 stop29h 20m

$174
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Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

See what other customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines, American Airlines and United Airlines from Sacramento to Chicago have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Really nothing. There was no food involved and I did not participate in any entertainment but the flight attendant who wins the gold star is Ralph on my flight from Portland to Sacramento! (7/24 take off at 6:15 am)

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Really nothing. There was no food involved and I did not participate in any entertainment but the flight attendant who wins the gold star is Ralph on my flight from Portland to Sacramento! (7/24 take off at 6:15 am)

Delta
7.9
Good
3,017 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Really nothing. There was no food involved and I did not participate in any entertainment but the flight attendant who wins the gold star is Ralph on my flight from Portland to Sacramento! (7/24 take off at 6:15 am)

Southwest
7.6
Good
1,519 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Really nothing. There was no food involved and I did not participate in any entertainment but the flight attendant who wins the gold star is Ralph on my flight from Portland to Sacramento! (7/24 take off at 6:15 am)

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,887 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Really nothing. There was no food involved and I did not participate in any entertainment but the flight attendant who wins the gold star is Ralph on my flight from Portland to Sacramento! (7/24 take off at 6:15 am)

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Really nothing. There was no food involved and I did not participate in any entertainment but the flight attendant who wins the gold star is Ralph on my flight from Portland to Sacramento! (7/24 take off at 6:15 am)

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Sacramento to Chicago flights.

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

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

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

Yes, there are multiple flights from Sacramento to Chicago for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $124, but on average you can expect to pay $142.

Are there nonstop flights from Sacramento to Chicago for under $400 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Sacramento to Chicago under $400. A good price for a nonstop flight from Sacramento to Chicago is less than $420.

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

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

What days are nonstop flights available from Sacramento to Chicago?

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

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

Per day, 11 flights depart from Sacramento to Chicago on average.
Morning (6am - Noon) - 64% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 18% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 18% of flight departures

How long is the flight from Sacramento to Chicago?

Airlines like Spirit Airlines fly from Sacramento to Chicago in about 5h 59m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . There are 1787 mi between Sacramento and Chicago.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Sacramento to Chicago round-trip?

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Sacramento to Chicago round-trip from $124. Spirit Airlines is 73% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

What are the most popular routes from Sacramento to Chicago?

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

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

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

What are the most reliable airlines from Sacramento to Chicago?

Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Sacramento to Chicago on time: Qatar Airways (99%), Aer Lingus (99%), Scandinavian Airlines (94%).

What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Chicago?

Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $101. While the most popular route (Sacramento Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $124 on average our data indicates $959 when flying from Sacramento to Chicago.

What does SMF to ORD mean?

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

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Top 6 airlines flying from Sacramento to Chicago

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Sacramento to Chicago choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$133Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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FrontierCheapest$202Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapest$214Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$216Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$239Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Hourly flight availability from Sacramento to Chicago

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54%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
36%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
5%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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Weekly flight availability from Sacramento to Chicago

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