Illinois

$80+ 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 5/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — ORD
May 31 — Jun 71
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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 May 1, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Tue 5/265:22 pm
SMF
-
STL
1 stop22h 44m
Frontier
Tue 6/26:51 pm
STL
-
SMF
1 stop15h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 4/28$196
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Tue 5/125:14 pm
SMF
-
STL
1 stop22h 52m
Frontier
Fri 5/159:18 pm
STL
-
SMF
1 stop21h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 4/28$211
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Tue 5/125:14 pm
SMF
-
STL
1 stop22h 52m
Frontier
Wed 5/206:51 pm
STL
-
SMF
1 stop23h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 4/28$216
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 6/49:44 am
SMF
-
STL
1 stop8h 27m
Frontier
Mon 6/89:06 pm
STL
-
SMF
1 stop21h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 4/30$221
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/2211:25 am
SMF
-
STL
1 stop5h 58m
Frontier
Sat 7/252:52 pm
STL
-
SMF
1 stop5h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 4/30$224
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Wed 7/2911:25 am
SMF
-
STL
1 stop5h 58m
Frontier
Sun 8/22:52 pm
STL
-
SMF
1 stop5h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 4/30$230
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sat 7/2511:25 am
SMF
-
STL
1 stop5h 58m
Frontier
Wed 7/297:03 pm
STL
-
SMF
1 stop25h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 4/29$235
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/105:10 pm
SMF
-
STL
1 stop18h 56m
Frontier
Wed 6/177:46 pm
STL
-
SMF
1 stop25h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 4/29$241
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/135:14 pm
SMF
-
STL
1 stop16h 27m
Frontier
Wed 5/206:51 pm
STL
-
SMF
1 stop23h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 4/28$242
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 5/288:16 pm
SMF
-
ORD
1 stop8h 18m
Frontier
Sun 5/319:37 pm
ORD
-
SMF
1 stop15h 06m
Frontier
Deal found 4/27$318
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Wed 7/227:23 am
SMF
-
ORD
1 stop9h 34m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 7/296:20 am
ORD
-
SMF
1 stop8h 33m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/27$321
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 5/268:20 pm
SMF
-
ORD
1 stop8h 00m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 6/39:00 am
ORD
-
SMF
1 stop7h 47m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/27$322

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 May 1, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$196
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$80
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$374
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Chicago (CHI) flight deals.
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From Sacramento Intl to Illinois
One-way flight from Sacramento Intl to Illinois
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($19 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 May 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to Illinois 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 May 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Illinois that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

SacramentoSt. Louis

SMF - STL

SMFSTL

Sacramento Intl

Sun 8/9

2:50 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 8/14

5:15 am-11:20 am

2 stops8h 05m

$322

SacramentoSt. Louis

SMF - STL

SMFSTL

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/12

6:00 am-4:39 pm

2 stops8h 39m

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 5/15

5:59 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$322

SacramentoChicago

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Fri 6/5

3:25 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/8

7:59 pm-9:47 am

1 stop15h 48m

$355

SacramentoChicago

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Thu 8/20

5:00 pm-1:22 pm

1 stop18h 22m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/31

8:42 pm-9:25 am

1 stop14h 43m

$355

SacramentoMoline

SMF - MLI

SMFMLI

Sacramento Intl

Thu 5/28

6:15 am-10:21 pm

2 stops14h 06m

Moline Quad-City

Wed 6/3

11:00 am-7:57 pm

2 stops10h 57m

$360

SacramentoChicago

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Sat 7/25

11:39 pm-5:48 am

Nonstop4h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/29

7:53 pm-10:37 pm

Nonstop4h 44m

$361

SacramentoChicago

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Wed 7/8

4:19 pm-12:44 am

1 stop6h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/11

4:05 pm-6:43 pm

Nonstop4h 38m

$371

SacramentoChicago

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/2

11:39 pm-5:48 am

Nonstop4h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/9

5:00 am-9:35 am

1 stop6h 35m

$371

SacramentoChicago

SMF - MDW

SMFMDW

Sacramento Intl

Wed 7/22

11:50 pm-5:45 am

Nonstop3h 55m

Chicago Midway

Sat 7/25

5:10 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops7h 35m

$376

SacramentoChicago

SMF - MDW

SMFMDW

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/30

7:00 am-4:12 pm

1 stop7h 12m

Chicago Midway

Sat 6/6

1:59 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop8h 51m

$381

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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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sacramento to Illinois?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sacramento to Illinois, you should look to book at least 78 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Illinois (average of $84). Flying from Sacramento to Illinois in November is currently the most expensive (average of $205). 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 May 1, 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 3% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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 April 25, 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 May 1, 2026.

The most flights from SMF to USIL are scheduled on a Thursday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Illinois?

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 May 1, 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

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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 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 4h 09m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1776 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 $109 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: Qatar Airways (100%), Lufthansa (89%), SWISS (89%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Illinois?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Sacramento to Illinois? While on average our users pay $1,070, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $148. 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Illinois (average of $84). Flying from Sacramento to Illinois in November is currently the most expensive (average of $205). 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 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 May 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$131Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$158Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$190Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$190Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$194Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$278Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$335Average$512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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