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$85+ Cheap flights from Illinois 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 12/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — SMF
Nov 13 — Nov 201
Thu 11/13
Thu 11/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 14, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 11/129:20 amORD - SMF
1 stop11h 34mAlaska Airlines
Mon 11/177:33 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop16h 21mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/14$220
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Mon 11/102:54 pmORD - SMF
1 stop9h 59mAlaska Airlines
Mon 11/177:00 amSMF - ORD
1 stop28h 54mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/14$231
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/316:00 amORD - SMF
1 stop8h 08mFrontier
Sun 11/212:21 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop10h 28mFrontier
Deal found 10/12$232
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 11/57:45 pmSTL - SMF
1 stop17h 41mFrontier
Fri 11/711:17 amSMF - STL
1 stop19h 50mFrontier
Deal found 10/12$233
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/106:00 amORD - SMF
1 stop8h 08mFrontier
Mon 11/1711:17 amSMF - ORD
1 stop10h 58mFrontier
Deal found 10/13$233
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 11/56:05 pmORD - SMF
1 stop19h 21mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/112:54 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$234
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 11/189:20 amORD - SMF
1 stop6h 57mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/102:50 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop7h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/12$238
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Thu 11/139:20 amORD - SMF
1 stop9h 37mAlaska Airlines
Tue 11/1810:31 amSMF - ORD
1 stop7h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/12$239
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 10/306:30 amORD - SMF
1 stop10h 56mFrontier
Sun 11/212:21 pmSMF - ORD
2 stops20h 20mFrontier
Deal found 10/12$242
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Sun 11/166:00 amORD - SMF
1 stop7h 21mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/227:52 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop8h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$244
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 12/49:06 pmORD - SMF
1 stop19h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/76:16 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop9h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/13$246
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 11/176:00 amORD - SMF
1 stop8h 18mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/182:54 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$249

Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Sacramento

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Sacramento flight deals. Data was last updated October 14, 2025.

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$231
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$85
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$319
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 October 14, 2025.
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ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/8

2:54 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop9h 59m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 11/11

5:35 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop24h 20m

$256

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 12/5

8:50 am-12:55 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 12/8

1:30 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop5h 51m

$261

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 12/12

8:55 am-4:26 pm

1 stop9h 31m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 12/15

1:04 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$261

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/27

2:59 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop9h 41m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/2

2:55 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$261

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 12/12

7:40 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 19m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 12/14

5:25 am-6:27 pm

2 stops11h 02m

$266

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/19

9:20 am-2:17 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/10

10:40 am-7:54 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$268

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/12

6:00 am-4:00 pm

2 stops12h 00m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 11/19

6:32 pm-8:30 am

2 stops11h 58m

$274

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/18

2:54 pm-9:54 am

1 stop21h 00m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 11/19

12:05 pm-12:24 am

2 stops10h 19m

$276

St. LouisSacramento

STL - SMF

STLSMF

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 11/10

6:34 am-6:24 pm

2 stops13h 50m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 11/17

6:32 pm-8:55 am

2 stops12h 23m

$286

St. LouisSacramento

STL - SMF

STLSMF

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 11/5

2:29 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops9h 16m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 11/11

6:32 pm-8:55 am

2 stops12h 23m

$286

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Sacramento

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Sacramento (average of $130). Flying from Illinois to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $198). 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 IL to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 October 14, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Illinois to Sacramento in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 28% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Illinois to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Illinois to Sacramento flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Sacramento

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois 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 October 14, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to SMF are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois 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 Illinois?

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

  • How long is the flight from Illinois to Sacramento?

    Departing from Illinois to Sacramento will take you 6h 05m. There are 1776 mi between Illinois and Sacramento. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The most popular route from Illinois to Sacramento is Chicago O'Hare Intl - Sacramento Intl. You may also consider Chicago Midway - Sacramento Intl or Lambert-St Louis - Sacramento Intl.

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

    Before booking your flight to Sacramento from Illinois, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air Canada (81%), United Airlines (74%), American Airlines( 73%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Sacramento?

    The cheapest flight price from Illinois to Sacramento is $127. On average you can expect to pay $718. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Sacramento Intl), can usually be booked for $185.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Sacramento (average of $130). Flying from Illinois to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $198). 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 5 airlines flying from Illinois to Sacramento

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 October 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$134Average$223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$158Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$181Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$216Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$357Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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