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$86+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Sacramento (SMF)

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 4/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — SMF
Apr 23 — Apr 301
Thu 4/23
Thu 4/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Sacramento Intl are usually found in August or September, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 24, 2026.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 4/146:00 am
ORD
-
SMF
1 stop10h 17m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 4/217:17 am
SMF
-
ORD
1 stop9h 23m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/21$234
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Fri 5/297:59 pm
ORD
-
SMF
1 stop15h 48m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 6/98:09 pm
SMF
-
ORD
1 stop15h 15m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/20$235
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 4/307:21 pm
ORD
-
SMF
1 stop16h 44m
Frontier
Sun 5/36:52 pm
SMF
-
ORD
1 stop9h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 3/23$236
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/158:56 pm
ORD
-
SMF
1 stop24h 35m
Frontier
Sun 5/178:16 pm
SMF
-
ORD
1 stop8h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 3/20$237
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 4/228:58 pm
ORD
-
SMF
1 stop20h 27m
Frontier
Fri 5/112:18 pm
SMF
-
ORD
1 stop15h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 3/21$241
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Sat 4/117:45 pm
ORD
-
SMF
1 stop13h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/133:41 pm
SMF
-
ORD
1 stop20h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/20$242
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 10/165:55 pm
ORD
-
SMF
1 stop7h 32m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 10/192:56 pm
SMF
-
ORD
1 stop7h 03m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/20$244
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 5/72:39 pm
ORD
-
SMF
1 stop30h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/115:22 pm
SMF
-
ORD
2 stops25h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$246
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 5/83:52 pm
ORD
-
SMF
1 stop9h 02m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 5/136:35 am
SMF
-
ORD
1 stop10h 15m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/23$248
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Wed 4/158:20 am
ORD
-
SMF
1 stop8h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 5/117:48 pm
SMF
-
ORD
1 stop15h 25m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/24$251
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 5/199:42 pm
ORD
-
SMF
2 stops23h 49m
Frontier
Tue 5/268:16 pm
SMF
-
ORD
1 stop7h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 3/24$252
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 4/223:52 pm
ORD
-
SMF
1 stop9h 02m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 4/267:48 pm
SMF
-
ORD
1 stop15h 25m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/24$253

Find flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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 March 24, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$234
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$86
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$408
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Customize your flight search to find flights from O'Hare Intl to Sacramento 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 March 24, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/14

6:00 am-2:17 pm

1 stop10h 17m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/15

2:02 pm-7:02 pm

1 stop27h 00m

$365

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/9

8:00 pm-10:48 pm

Nonstop4h 48m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/12

8:22 pm-7:07 am

1 stop8h 45m

$469

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/1

6:10 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 6/4

2:09 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop4h 16m

$479

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/8

6:15 am-1:25 pm

2 stops9h 10m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/13

3:15 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$493

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/23

9:05 am-11:53 am

Nonstop4h 48m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 4/30

7:01 am-1:15 pm

Nonstop4h 14m

$495

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/9

8:00 am-4:05 pm

2 stops10h 05m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 4/13

5:25 am-3:30 pm

2 stops8h 05m

$499

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/16

1:44 pm-10:23 pm

2 stops10h 39m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/30

6:30 pm-8:45 am

2 stops12h 15m

$515

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/24

8:00 am-4:40 pm

2 stops10h 40m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 4/27

2:05 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops7h 50m

$524

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/7

8:00 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop4h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/11

1:55 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$529

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/20

2:40 pm-8:31 pm

1 stop7h 51m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 4/27

11:59 pm-6:00 am

Nonstop4h 01m

$529

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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 O'Hare Intl to Sacramento in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Sacramento flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-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 O'Hare Intl Airport-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 O'Hare Intl to Sacramento

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from O'Hare Intl to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 62 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento (average of $134). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento in March is currently the most expensive (average of $225). 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 ORD to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl 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 March 24, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 52% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

The best insider tips for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento trip
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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on ORD

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

Expert on SMF

Matt Meltzer has been a travel writer for over a decade, covering U.S. domestic locations and hotels for Thrillist, Fifty Grande, Matador Network, Conde Nast Traveler, and other top publications. He's won multiple travel journalism awards from the Society of American Travel Writers and North American Travel Journalists Association, and currently resides in South Florida.

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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 March 24, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento. 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.
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,101 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,101 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,101 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,321 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,101 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,470 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,101 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,491 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,101 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,535 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,101 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from O'Hare Intl to Sacramento. 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 into for flights to Sacramento from Chicago O'Hare Intl?

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

  • How long is the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento?

    A quick flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento can take about 4h 48m. Alaska Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $469. The distance between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Sacramento is about 1776 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento round-trip?

    Frontier, at $112, was found to be the cheapest airline from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and American Airlines. Users have found that Frontier is 75% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $104. Spirit Airlines flights start at $109 while deals on Delta start at $118 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento consider choosing SWISS (76%), United Airlines (74%) or Air Canada (69%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento is $158. On average you can expect to pay $415. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Sacramento Intl), can usually be booked for $169.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to Sacramento that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on O'Hare Intl to Sacramento flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Sacramento?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to Sacramento?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Sacramento 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento (average of $134). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento in March is currently the most expensive (average of $225). 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 6 airlines flying from O'Hare Intl to Sacramento

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$112Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$168Average$232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$190Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$204Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$347Average$540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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