Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Chicago (CHI)
The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Chicago are usually found in January or October, booked 27 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday
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 2022: compare Sacramento to Chicago flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Chicago.
SMF - CHI Price | $308 - $623 |
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CHI Temperature | 23 - 73.4 °F |
CHI Rainfall | 1.7 - 4.9 inches |
| Popular in | July | High demand for flights, 30% potential price rise |
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| Cheapest in | January | Best time to find cheap flights, 29% potential price drop |
| Round-trip from | $308 | From Sacramento Intl to Chicago (CHI) |
| One-way from | $115 | One-way flight from Sacramento Intl to Chicago (CHI) |
What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Chicago?
Users have found that flying from Sacramento to Chicago on a Saturday 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 27 days in advance to save up to 42% 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 27 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 $464, or $642 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 June. For low rates, October can be a great choice for travel to Chicago. Flights to Chicago from Sacramento in October are about $406 on average during October, but can be found for as low as $157.
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 33% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.
Cheap flights from Sacramento to Chicago in October, November 2022
The best prices found for SMF to CHI flights for October, November
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Sacramento to Chicago 2022 flight deals
Cheap flights to Chicago from Sacramento found for this year
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Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Sacramento to Chicago
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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 30% cheaper than other airlines traveling the same route. Flights from Spirit Airlines typically cost $597.38 RT. The cheapest Spirit Airlines flight found for this route was $272. 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 18% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.
Cheap Frontier flights from Sacramento to Chicago
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One of the most popular airlines traveling from Sacramento to Chicago is Frontier. Flights from Frontier traveling this route typically cost $534.59 RT. This price is typically 31% cheaper than other airlines that offer Sacramento to Chicago flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $256. Sacramento Intl Airport is the most common Sacramento airport to take off from when flying to Chicago. Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is the most popular arrival airport in Chicago. When flying from Sacramento to Chicago, Frontier flights are 17% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.
Non-stop flights to Chicago from Sacramento
Save time with Sacramento to Chicago direct flight deals
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Last minute flights from Sacramento to Chicago
Late deals on return flights to Chicago from Sacramento, departing today and this week
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One-way flights to Chicago from Sacramento
The cheapest one-way flights from Sacramento to Chicago
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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 9 airlines. Sacramento Intl is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Sacramento’s city center.
Which airlines flying from Sacramento Intl to Chicago have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?
Due to the rapidly changing circumstances due to COVID-19, airlines like United Airlines, American Airlines, and Spirit Airlines flying from Sacramento Intl to Chicago have implemented new flexible cancellation policies.
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 Frontier for just $164, but on average you can expect to pay $176.
Are there nonstop flights from Sacramento to Chicago for under $300 on Cheapflights?
Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Sacramento to Chicago under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from Sacramento to Chicago is less than $375.
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: Sunday.
How many flights depart from Sacramento to Chicago on average per day?
Per day, 4 flights depart from Sacramento to Chicago on average.
Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 100% of flight departures
How long is the flight from Sacramento to Chicago?
Airlines like Frontier and Spirit Airlines 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 5h 07m. There are 1787 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 $164. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Spirit Airlines. Frontier is 62% 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: Air Canada (90%), Scandinavian Airlines (90%), Lufthansa (90%).
What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Chicago?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $195. While the most popular route (Sacramento Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $174 on average our data indicates $632 when flying from Sacramento to Chicago.
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Alternative routes for Sacramento to Chicago
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Top 8 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.
Hourly flight availability from Sacramento to Chicago
See what time of day planes typically take off from Sacramento to Chicago
| 32%of flight departures | Early morningMidnight to 6 am |
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| 48%of flight departures | Morning6 am to noon |
| 10%of flight departures | AfternoonNoon to 6 pm |
| 10%of flight departures | Evening6 pm to midnight |
Weekly flight availability from Sacramento to Chicago
See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Sacramento to Chicago
| Sunday | 10daily flights |
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| Monday | 13daily flights |
| Tuesday | 12daily flights |
| Wednesday | 11daily flights |
| Thursday | 10daily flights |
| Friday | 10daily flights |
| Saturday | 9daily flights |