$173+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Sacramento (SMF)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — SMF
Dec 9 — Dec 161
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to SacramentoExplore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 9, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 9, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/45:05 pm -
1 stop6h 55m
Thu 12/1011:10 am -
Nonstop4h 00m
Deal found 11/4![Southwest logo]()
$327
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/27:00 am -
2 stops28h 36m
Wed 12/92:57 pm -
2 stops12h 04m
Deal found 11/4![Frontier logo]()
$327
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1110:29 pm -
2 stops15h 06m
Mon 12/145:11 pm -
2 stops9h 50m
Deal found 11/4![Frontier logo]()
$329
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/122:13 pm -
1 stop9h 42m
Tue 12/157:20 pm -
1 stop26h 39m
Deal found 11/4![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$330
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/166:21 am -
1 stop28h 44m
Wed 12/3011:37 am -
1 stop10h 49m
Deal found 11/8![Frontier logo]()
$331
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Sat 12/126:15 pm -
Nonstop4h 40m
Tue 12/158:30 am -
2 stops6h 50m
Deal found 11/4![Southwest logo]()
$332
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/127:25 am -
2 stops28h 26m
Tue 12/152:57 pm -
2 stops12h 04m
Deal found 11/4![Frontier logo]()
$332
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/33:55 pm -
2 stops21h 35m
Sun 12/612:30 pm -
1 stop10h 24m
Deal found 11/4![Frontier logo]()
$333
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1610:00 am -
2 stops25h 05m
Sat 12/191:30 pm -
1 stop15h 24m
Deal found 11/4![Frontier logo]()
$334
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 11/2610:00 pm -
1 stop14h 15m
Tue 12/15:11 pm -
2 stops9h 48m
Deal found 11/5![Frontier logo]()
$335
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/42:04 pm -
2 stops11h 47m
Thu 12/105:30 am -
2 stops11h 39m
Deal found 11/4![Delta logo]()
$337
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/186:30 am -
1 stop6h 34m
Sat 11/215:11 pm -
1 stop11h 03m
Deal found 11/5![Frontier logo]()
$338
Best flights from Chicago to SacramentoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Chicago to Sacramento that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated November 9, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Chicago to Sacramento that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated November 9, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 2/206:00 am -
1 stop9h 28m
Wed 2/249:35 am -
1 stop7h 20m
Deal found 11/5![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$343
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Thu 12/310:00 am -
Nonstop4h 35m
Thu 12/1012:30 pm -
1 stop7h 30m
Deal found 11/5![Southwest logo]()
$357
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/163:52 pm -
1 stop9h 07m
Wed 12/3011:53 pm -
Nonstop4h 17m
Deal found 11/8![United Airlines logo]()
$409
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/77:27 am -
1 stop8h 40m
Thu 12/102:16 pm -
1 stop7h 43m
Deal found 11/5![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$370
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/46:05 am -
1 stop6h 20m
Thu 12/107:10 am -
2 stops8h 05m
Deal found 11/4![Southwest logo]()
$388
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/242:05 pm -
1 stop8h 37m
Tue 12/297:00 am -
Nonstop4h 15m
Deal found 11/6![United Airlines logo]()
$424
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Sat 12/56:15 pm -
Nonstop4h 40m
Sat 12/126:25 am -
Nonstop3h 55m
Deal found 11/6![Southwest logo]()
$399
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/219:00 am -
Nonstop4h 56m
Wed 1/2710:31 am -
Nonstop4h 19m
Deal found 11/4![United Airlines logo]()
$427
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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.
Fri 1/82:13 pm -
2 stops27h 51m
Thu 1/143:11 pm -
1 stop6h 48m
Deal found 11/8![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$457
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/163:55 pm -
1 stop6h 45m
Sun 12/201:35 pm -
1 stop6h 15m
Deal found 11/4![Southwest logo]()
$423
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/208:15 pm -
Nonstop4h 48m
Wed 2/246:50 am -
Nonstop4h 08m
Deal found 11/4![United Airlines logo]()
$427
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 12/165:20 am -
1 stop8h 25m
Mon 12/2111:55 pm -
Nonstop3h 50m
Deal found 11/7![Southwest logo]()
$424
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/77:55 pm -
Nonstop4h 46m
Thu 12/107:00 am -
Nonstop4h 14m
Deal found 11/5![United Airlines logo]()
$429
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/189:25 pm -
Nonstop4h 45m
Wed 2/248:20 am -
1 stop6h 15m
Deal found 11/8![Southwest logo]()
$424
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1810:00 pm -
Nonstop4h 51m
Wed 12/301:39 pm -
1 stop7h 54m
Deal found 11/8![United Airlines logo]()
$434
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Sat 12/56:35 am -
1 stop6h 25m
Mon 12/711:10 am -
Nonstop4h 00m
Deal found 11/6![Southwest logo]()
$424
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/44:05 pm -
Nonstop4h 46m
Thu 2/118:45 am -
1 stop8h 28m
Deal found 11/8![United Airlines logo]()
$435
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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.
Fri 2/196:00 am -
1 stop6h 10m
Sat 2/275:50 am -
Nonstop3h 55m
Deal found 11/7![Southwest logo]()
$434
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/19:00 am -
Nonstop4h 59m
Fri 1/111:53 pm -
Nonstop4h 17m
Deal found 11/8![United Airlines logo]()
$449
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/49:55 am -
2 stops8h 00m
Thu 2/117:30 pm -
1 stop7h 00m
Deal found 11/8![Southwest logo]()
$454
Last-minute flights from Chicago to SacramentoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Sacramento. Data last updated November 9, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Sacramento. Data last updated November 9, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/186:30 am -
1 stop6h 34m
Sat 11/215:11 pm -
1 stop11h 03m
Deal found 11/5![Frontier logo]()
$338
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 11/2610:00 pm -
1 stop14h 15m
Tue 12/15:11 pm -
2 stops9h 48m
Deal found 11/5![Frontier logo]()
$335
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/27:00 am -
2 stops28h 36m
Wed 12/92:57 pm -
2 stops12h 04m
Deal found 11/4![Frontier logo]()
$327
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/33:55 pm -
2 stops21h 35m
Sun 12/612:30 pm -
1 stop10h 24m
Deal found 11/4![Frontier logo]()
$333
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/45:05 pm -
1 stop6h 55m
Thu 12/1011:10 am -
Nonstop4h 00m
Deal found 11/4![Southwest logo]()
$327
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/42:04 pm -
2 stops11h 47m
Thu 12/105:30 am -
2 stops11h 39m
Deal found 11/4![Delta logo]()
$337
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1110:29 pm -
2 stops15h 06m
Mon 12/145:11 pm -
2 stops9h 50m
Deal found 11/4![Frontier logo]()
$329
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/122:13 pm -
1 stop9h 42m
Tue 12/157:20 pm -
1 stop26h 39m
Deal found 11/4![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$330
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Sat 12/126:15 pm -
Nonstop4h 40m
Tue 12/158:30 am -
2 stops6h 50m
Deal found 11/4![Southwest logo]()
$332
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/127:25 am -
2 stops28h 26m
Tue 12/152:57 pm -
2 stops12h 04m
Deal found 11/4![Frontier logo]()
$332
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/166:21 am -
1 stop28h 44m
Wed 12/3011:37 am -
1 stop10h 49m
Deal found 11/8![Frontier logo]()
$331
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1610:00 am -
2 stops25h 05m
Sat 12/191:30 pm -
1 stop15h 24m
Deal found 11/4![Frontier logo]()
$334
One-way flights from Chicago to SacramentoSearch for one-way flight options from Chicago to Sacramento. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated November 9, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Sacramento. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated November 9, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Wed 11/2510:00 pm -
1 stop14h 15m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/5![Frontier logo]()
$173
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/710:40 am -
2 stops29h 22m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/6![Frontier logo]()
$174
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/410:41 am -
2 stops29h 21m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/6![Frontier logo]()
$175
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/187:00 am -
1 stop8h 00m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/6![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$175
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/48:37 am -
2 stops26h 08m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/6![Frontier logo]()
$176
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2610:00 pm -
1 stop14h 15m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/8![Frontier logo]()
$177
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/57:30 am -
2 stops28h 31m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/7![Frontier logo]()
$179
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/48:59 pm -
1 stop15h 59m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/8![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$180
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/127:25 am -
2 stops28h 26m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/9![Frontier logo]()
$182
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/67:00 am -
1 stop6h 35m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/8![Frontier logo]()
$183
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Thu 12/38:45 pm -
Nonstop4h 45m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/4![Southwest logo]()
$189
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/257:55 pm -
Nonstop4h 45m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/4![United Airlines logo]()
$189
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Sacramento (SMF). 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 November 9, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $327 (Southwest) |
One-way from | $173 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | April |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $508 |
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
ChicagoSacramento
MDW Chicago Midway - SMF Sacramento Intl
MDWSMF
Chicago Midway
Thu 12/3
8:45 pm-11:30 pm
Nonstop4h 45m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$189
ChicagoSacramento
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - SMF Sacramento Intl
ORDSMF
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 12/3
7:55 pm-10:41 pm
Nonstop4h 46m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$189
ChicagoSacramento
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - SMF Sacramento Intl
ORDSMF
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 12/12
7:55 pm-10:41 pm
Nonstop4h 46m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$200
ChicagoSacramento
MDW Chicago Midway - SMF Sacramento Intl
MDWSMF
Chicago Midway
Sat 12/12
6:05 am-10:25 am
1 stop6h 20m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$210
ChicagoSacramento
MDW Chicago Midway - SMF Sacramento Intl
MDWSMF
Chicago Midway
Mon 1/4
9:15 pm-11:55 pm
Nonstop4h 40m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$215
ChicagoSacramento
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - SMF Sacramento Intl
ORDSMF
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 12/7
7:55 pm-10:41 pm
Nonstop4h 46m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$215
ChicagoSacramento
MDW Chicago Midway - SMF Sacramento Intl
MDWSMF
Chicago Midway
Mon 1/4
12:44 pm-11:57 pm
2 stops13h 13m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$230
ChicagoSacramento
MDW Chicago Midway - SMF Sacramento Intl
MDWSMF
Chicago Midway
Fri 12/18
9:20 am-1:25 pm
1 stop6h 05m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$250
ChicagoSacramento
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - SMF Sacramento Intl
ORDSMF
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 11/17
7:55 pm-10:40 pm
Nonstop4h 45m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$250
ChicagoSacramento
MDW Chicago Midway - SMF Sacramento Intl
MDWSMF
Chicago Midway
Tue 12/1
12:39 pm-11:44 pm
2 stops13h 05m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$265
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Compare providers for flights from Chicago to Sacramento
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 Chicago to Sacramento in November.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Sacramento flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Sacramento flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Chicago-Sacramento 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 Chicago to Sacramento
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sacramento from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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CHI-SMF
MDW-SMF
ORD-SMF
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Sacramento?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Sacramento (average of $444). Flying from Chicago to Sacramento in February is currently the most expensive (average of $608). 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 CHI to SMF?
Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Sacramento. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 9, 2026.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago to Sacramento in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 52% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.
Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Sacramento
Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Sacramento. 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 November 9, 2026.
The most flights from CHI to SMF are scheduled on a Thursday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Sacramento?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Chicago to Sacramento flights typically cost between $477 and $701 in December.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $327 on Southwest (Dec 4-Dec 10).
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Chicago to Sacramento?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Chicago to Sacramento chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Phoenix (PHX) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Chicago to Sacramento on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Chicago to Sacramento?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Chicago to Sacramento, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Los Angeles (LAX) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $329.
What’s the fastest layover option from Chicago to Sacramento?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Sacramento, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Phoenix (PHX) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 7h 09m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Chicago to Sacramento?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Sacramento, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Phoenix (PHX) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 56m.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Sacramento?
Booking 79 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Sacramento. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Sacramento
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sacramento. 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 Sacramento. Reviews last updated November 9, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andDelta from Chicago to Sacramento to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
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Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Sacramento. 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated November 9, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$112 | Average$322 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$231 | Average$356 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$236 | Average$346 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$303 | Average$470 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$335 | Average$570 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$372 | Average$542 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |