$179+ 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 10/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — SMF
Oct 11 — Oct 181
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 September 11, 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 September 11, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/178:29 am -
2 stops12h 32m
Wed 10/217:30 am -
2 stops11h 00m
Deal found 9/7![Delta logo]()
$294
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/67:00 am -
1 stop8h 59m
Tue 10/1311:52 am -
1 stop10h 32m
Deal found 9/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$303
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Tue 9/296:30 am -
1 stop6h 28m
Wed 10/76:23 pm -
1 stop8h 54m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$304
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/226:30 am -
1 stop6h 28m
Mon 10/127:38 pm -
1 stop8h 56m
Deal found 9/6![Frontier logo]()
$305
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 10/36:30 am -
1 stop6h 28m
Tue 10/68:37 am -
2 stops13h 46m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$306
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/156:30 am -
1 stop6h 27m
Fri 10/237:38 pm -
1 stop8h 56m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$307
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 10/246:30 am -
1 stop6h 27m
Tue 10/276:19 pm -
2 stops13h 16m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$308
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/296:30 am -
1 stop6h 39m
Mon 11/26:19 pm -
2 stops13h 16m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$309
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/86:30 am -
1 stop6h 27m
Sun 10/117:38 pm -
1 stop8h 56m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$310
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/56:30 am -
1 stop6h 39m
Mon 11/92:52 pm -
1 stop7h 07m
Deal found 9/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$311
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 10/244:41 pm -
2 stops17h 21m
Sat 10/3112:05 pm -
1 stop10h 16m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$312
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/98:01 pm -
1 stop23h 33m
Mon 10/127:38 pm -
1 stop8h 56m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$313
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 September 11, 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 September 11, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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.
Thu 9/247:20 am -
1 stop10h 22m
Fri 10/25:11 pm -
1 stop11h 09m
Deal found 9/6![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$346
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Mon 10/1910:30 pm -
Nonstop4h 35m
Sat 10/2411:55 pm -
Nonstop3h 55m
Deal found 9/8![Southwest logo]()
$377
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/148:08 pm -
Nonstop4h 38m
Sat 10/172:25 pm -
Nonstop4h 12m
Deal found 9/10![United Airlines logo]()
$377
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 11/1211:27 am -
2 stops10h 49m
Mon 11/1611:39 am -
2 stops9h 15m
Deal found 9/10![Delta logo]()
$407
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/59:20 am -
1 stop15h 26m
Tue 12/86:15 am -
1 stop8h 46m
Deal found 9/10![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$360
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/129:15 pm -
Nonstop4h 40m
Mon 11/166:15 am -
Nonstop3h 55m
Deal found 9/10![Southwest logo]()
$377
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/314:00 pm -
Nonstop4h 38m
Wed 11/410:55 am -
1 stop7h 16m
Deal found 9/10![United Airlines logo]()
$383
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Mon 10/262:03 pm -
2 stops10h 57m
Thu 10/296:52 pm -
2 stops10h 49m
Deal found 9/10![Delta logo]()
$407
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 9/257:20 am -
1 stop10h 22m
Fri 10/27:52 pm -
1 stop8h 28m
Deal found 9/6![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$376
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/2410:35 am -
Nonstop4h 35m
Mon 10/265:20 pm -
1 stop5h 55m
Deal found 9/10![Southwest logo]()
$383
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Sat 12/59:01 am -
Nonstop4h 50m
Mon 12/78:50 am -
1 stop8h 02m
Deal found 9/8![United Airlines logo]()
$383
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/309:50 am -
Nonstop4h 30m
Tue 11/311:15 am -
Nonstop3h 55m
Deal found 9/10![Southwest logo]()
$387
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/278:40 pm -
Nonstop4h 35m
Fri 10/3011:55 pm -
Nonstop3h 55m
Deal found 9/10![Southwest logo]()
$387
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/277:00 am -
1 stop7h 17m
Fri 10/21:00 pm -
1 stop8h 57m
Deal found 9/7![Delta logo]()
$473
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/284:10 pm -
Nonstop4h 38m
Fri 10/22:25 pm -
Nonstop4h 12m
Deal found 9/10![United Airlines logo]()
$453
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/315:30 am -
1 stop6h 15m
Wed 11/46:15 am -
Nonstop3h 55m
Deal found 9/10![Southwest logo]()
$387
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Tue 9/1512:29 pm -
2 stops11h 58m
Sat 9/196:00 am -
1 stop6h 29m
Deal found 9/10![Delta logo]()
$474
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/2610:55 am -
1 stop6h 16m
Wed 9/302:25 pm -
Nonstop4h 12m
Deal found 9/10![United Airlines logo]()
$459
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/810:30 pm -
Nonstop4h 35m
Mon 10/127:10 pm -
1 stop7h 20m
Deal found 9/10![Southwest logo]()
$387
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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.
Tue 10/63:00 pm -
1 stop7h 21m
Tue 10/132:25 pm -
Nonstop4h 12m
Deal found 9/6![United Airlines logo]()
$461
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Sat 12/510:25 am -
2 stops8h 10m
Mon 12/76:15 am -
Nonstop3h 55m
Deal found 9/8![Southwest logo]()
$388
Last-minute flights from Chicago to SacramentoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Sacramento. Data last updated September 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Sacramento. Data last updated September 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/226:30 am -
1 stop6h 28m
Mon 10/127:38 pm -
1 stop8h 56m
Deal found 9/6![Frontier logo]()
$305
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Tue 9/296:30 am -
1 stop6h 28m
Wed 10/76:23 pm -
1 stop8h 54m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$304
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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.
Thu 10/16:00 am -
1 stop19h 13m
Tue 10/66:23 pm -
1 stop9h 15m
Deal found 9/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$311
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 10/36:30 am -
1 stop6h 28m
Tue 10/68:37 am -
2 stops13h 46m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$306
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/67:00 am -
1 stop8h 59m
Tue 10/1311:52 am -
1 stop10h 32m
Deal found 9/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$303
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/86:30 am -
1 stop6h 27m
Sun 10/117:38 pm -
1 stop8h 56m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$310
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/98:01 pm -
1 stop23h 33m
Mon 10/127:38 pm -
1 stop8h 56m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$313
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/156:30 am -
1 stop6h 27m
Fri 10/237:38 pm -
1 stop8h 56m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$307
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/178:29 am -
2 stops12h 32m
Wed 10/217:30 am -
2 stops11h 00m
Deal found 9/7![Delta logo]()
$294
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 10/246:30 am -
1 stop6h 27m
Tue 10/276:19 pm -
2 stops13h 16m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$308
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 10/244:41 pm -
2 stops17h 21m
Sat 10/3112:05 pm -
1 stop10h 16m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$312
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/296:30 am -
1 stop6h 39m
Mon 11/26:19 pm -
2 stops13h 16m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$309
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 September 11, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Sacramento. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 11, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Sat 10/102:21 pm -
1 stop7h 01m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/8![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$179
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Wed 10/76:30 am -
2 stops33h 00m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$180
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 11/1212:20 pm -
2 stops28h 08m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Mon 10/510:26 am -
2 stops23h 23m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9![Frontier logo]()
$181
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/176:30 am -
1 stop6h 10m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/8![Frontier logo]()
$182
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/46:30 am -
1 stop6h 10m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/8![Frontier logo]()
$183
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/116:30 am -
1 stop6h 27m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9![Frontier logo]()
$184
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 11/1312:20 pm -
2 stops24h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/11![Frontier logo]()
$185
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/146:30 am -
1 stop6h 10m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9![Frontier logo]()
$185
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/246:30 am -
1 stop6h 10m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/7![Frontier logo]()
$186
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sun 12/62:04 pm -
2 stops21h 05m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$187
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Fri 10/161:12 pm -
2 stops31h 41m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/8![Frontier logo]()
$188
Find flight deals from Chicago to Sacramento
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 September 11, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $294 (Delta) |
One-way from | $179 (Alaska Airlines) |
Popular in | April |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $449 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 11, 2026.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
ChicagoSacramento
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - SMF Sacramento Intl
ORDSMF
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 10/10
2:21 pm-7:22 pm
1 stop7h 01m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$179
Quickest round-trip
ChicagoSacramento
MDW Chicago Midway - SMF Sacramento Intl
MDWSMF
Chicago Midway
Thu 10/15
10:30 pm-1:05 am
Nonstop4h 35m
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
Tue 10/13
8:08 pm-10:46 pm
Nonstop4h 38m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$189
ChicagoSacramento
MDW Chicago Midway - SMF Sacramento Intl
MDWSMF
Chicago Midway
Thu 10/22
10:30 pm-1:05 am
Nonstop4h 35m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$189
ChicagoSacramento
MDW Chicago Midway - SMF Sacramento Intl
MDWSMF
Chicago Midway
Thu 10/8
10:30 pm-1:05 am
Nonstop4h 35m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$189
ChicagoSacramento
MDW Chicago Midway - SMF Sacramento Intl
MDWSMF
Chicago Midway
Thu 12/10
1:02 pm-9:41 pm
1 stop10h 39m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$199
ChicagoSacramento
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - SMF Sacramento Intl
ORDSMF
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 10/30
4:00 pm-6:38 pm
Nonstop4h 38m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$199
ChicagoSacramento
MDW Chicago Midway - SMF Sacramento Intl
MDWSMF
Chicago Midway
Wed 12/9
3:55 pm-8:35 pm
1 stop6h 40m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$199
ChicagoSacramento
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - SMF Sacramento Intl
ORDSMF
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 11/6
5:30 pm-8:37 am
2 stops17h 07m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$203
ChicagoSacramento
MDW Chicago Midway - SMF Sacramento Intl
MDWSMF
Chicago Midway
Wed 12/9
6:00 am-4:08 pm
2 stops12h 08m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$204
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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 September.
| 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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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Sacramento
CHI-SMF
ORD-SMF
MDW-SMF
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Sacramento?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Sacramento (average of $415). Flying from Chicago to Sacramento in February is currently the most expensive (average of $594). 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 September 11, 2026.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago to Sacramento in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 51% 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 September 11, 2026.
The most flights from CHI to SMF are scheduled on a Thursday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Sacramento?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Chicago to Sacramento flights typically cost between $274 and $521 in October.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $294 on Delta (Oct 17-Oct 21).
How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Sacramento?
Booking 80 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 September 11, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines 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.
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$227 | Average$460 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$231 | Average$356 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$236 | Average$326 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$357 | Average$541 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$361 | Average$579 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |