Illinois

$86+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Illinois

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 5/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — ORD
Apr 10 — Apr 171
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Illinois

Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 11, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Fri 4/242:55 pm
SMF
-
STL
1 stop6h 55m
Southwest
Mon 4/276:00 pm
STL
-
SMF
1 stop8h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/6$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/46:00 am
SMF
-
ORD
2 stops10h 05m
Delta
Mon 6/83:50 pm
ORD
-
SMF
2 stops9h 46m
Delta
Deal found 3/8$269
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/2712:28 pm
SMF
-
STL
1 stop27h 17m
Frontier
Mon 6/16:40 pm
STL
-
SMF
1 stop18h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 3/7$271
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 4/1612:18 pm
SMF
-
ORD
1 stop15h 32m
Frontier
Sun 4/197:21 pm
ORD
-
SMF
1 stop16h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 3/10$271
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/1511:00 pm
SMF
-
STL
1 stop6h 55m
Southwest
Fri 4/175:45 am
STL
-
SMF
1 stop6h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 3/7$272
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/43:25 pm
SMF
-
ORD
1 stop6h 30m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 6/87:59 pm
ORD
-
SMF
1 stop15h 48m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/8$272
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/1210:38 am
SMF
-
ORD
2 stops11h 21m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 5/187:59 pm
ORD
-
SMF
1 stop15h 48m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/8$273
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 4/206:51 pm
SMF
-
STL
2 stops33h 59m
Frontier
Sat 4/258:17 pm
STL
-
SMF
1 stop17h 06m
Frontier
Deal found 3/10$274
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 4/2312:18 pm
SMF
-
ORD
2 stops26h 42m
Frontier
Sun 4/267:21 pm
ORD
-
SMF
1 stop16h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 3/10$274
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2012:34 am
SMF
-
STL
1 stop9h 13m
American Airlines
Tue 4/285:20 am
STL
-
SMF
1 stop7h 17m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/7$276
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/1311:05 pm
SMF
-
STL
1 stop8h 37m
Delta
Thu 4/166:45 pm
STL
-
SMF
1 stop6h 45m
Delta
Deal found 3/9$277
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 5/111:05 pm
SMF
-
MDW
1 stop7h 42m
Delta
Wed 5/62:12 pm
MDW
-
SMF
1 stop8h 23m
Delta
Deal found 3/10$277

Find flight deals from Sacramento to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sacramento to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated March 11, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$257
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$86
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$397
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From Sacramento Intl to Illinois
One-way flight from Sacramento Intl to Illinois
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($50 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

SacramentoSt. Louis

SMF - STL

SMFSTL

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/15

11:00 pm-7:55 am

1 stop6h 55m

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 4/17

5:45 am-10:00 am

1 stop6h 15m

$272

SacramentoChicago

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Mon 6/15

4:43 pm-1:24 pm

1 stop18h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/22

7:59 pm-9:36 am

1 stop15h 37m

$272

SacramentoChicago

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Wed 6/10

7:50 pm-7:26 am

2 stops9h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/28

7:00 am-2:06 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$303

SacramentoChicago

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Thu 5/7

6:08 am-6:05 pm

2 stops9h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/10

6:24 am-1:28 pm

2 stops9h 04m

$308

SacramentoSt. Louis

SMF - STL

SMFSTL

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/21

5:15 am-2:50 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 4/23

7:20 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$318

SacramentoSt. Louis

SMF - STL

SMFSTL

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/18

7:41 pm-9:29 am

2 stops11h 48m

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 5/28

2:27 pm-6:04 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$321

SacramentoSt. Louis

SMF - STL

SMFSTL

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/18

7:41 pm-8:46 am

2 stops11h 05m

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 5/23

5:00 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$321

SacramentoChicago

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Wed 6/10

7:50 pm-7:26 am

2 stops9h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/14

1:35 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop10h 21m

$323

SacramentoMoline

SMF - MLI

SMFMLI

Sacramento Intl

Mon 4/6

3:24 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop6h 13m

Moline Quad-City

Mon 4/13

6:41 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$329

SacramentoPeoria

SMF - PIA

SMFPIA

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/2

11:59 pm-10:04 am

1 stop8h 05m

Greater Peoria

Sat 5/9

1:35 pm-8:42 pm

2 stops9h 07m

$334

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Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Illinois

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to Illinois

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Illinois (average of $112). Flying from Sacramento to Illinois 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 IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 11, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sacramento to Illinois in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 8% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sacramento to Illinois?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Illinois. Price data was last updated on February 21, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sacramento to Illinois flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon 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 Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from Sacramento to Illinois. 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 March 11, 2026.

The most flights from SMF to USIL are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated March 11, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Sacramento to Illinois have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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 Illinois. 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 Illinois?

    Most people fly from Sacramento Intl (SMF) if they book a flight from Sacramento to Illinois. Sacramento Intl is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Sacramento’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to Illinois?

    Departing from Sacramento to Illinois will take you 6h 55m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1673 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $41. American Airlines flights start at $82 while deals on Frontier start at $111 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Sacramento to Illinois?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Sacramento to Illinois?

    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 Illinois on time: SWISS (91%), United Airlines (87%), Lufthansa (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Illinois?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Sacramento to Illinois? While on average our users pay $1,108, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $133. The most popular route (Sacramento Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $206.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sacramento to Illinois that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sacramento to Illinois flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to Illinois 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 Illinois?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Illinois (average of $112). Flying from Sacramento to Illinois 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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Alternative routes for Sacramento to Illinois

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Top 7 airlines flying from Sacramento to Illinois

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Illinois. 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 March 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$158Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$171Average$233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$194Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$205Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$235Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$276Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$332Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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