Cheap flights from Sacramento to Chicago
Flights overview
Prices shown are for one adult in Economy class flights from Zürich to New York. This includes the cheapest Business class options where available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Useful information for finding cheap flights from Sacramento to Chicago and booking your next trip
| Cheapest round-trip flights | $242 | Frontier1 stop8 hrSat, Aug 8 — Sat, Aug 15 | The cheapest round-trip flight from Sacramento to Chicago is currently $242 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | $121 | Frontier1 stop8 hrWed, Aug 5 | The cheapest one-way flight from Sacramento to Chicago is currently $121 | |
| Cheapest nonstop flights | $361 | SouthwestNonstop4 hrSat, Aug 29 — Sat, Sep 5 | The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Sacramento to Chicago is currently $361 | |
| Last-minute weekend getaway | $426 | Frontier1 stop9 hrSat, Jun 27 — Sun, Jun 28 | The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Sacramento to Chicago is currently $426 | |
| Cheapest business class flights | $500 | Frontier1 stop8 hrSat, Aug 8 — Sat, Aug 15 | The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Sacramento to Chicago is currently $500 |
| Fastest flight | 3 hr 55 min | The fastest nonstop flight from Sacramento to Chicago takes 3 hr 55 min |
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| Nonstop flights | Every day | There are direct flights on this route every day. |
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Typical prices for the least expensive flights for 1-week trips from Sacramento to Chicago per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Chicago is typically October. The most expensive month to fly is typically June.
| October Cheapest | Typical prices: $175–400 |
|---|---|
| June Most expensive | Typical prices: $295–435 |
Popular airlines from Sacramento to Chicago
Popularity is based on the number of weekly nonstop and connecting flights the airline operates. Connecting flights do not include interline routes.
Flight suggestions are based on an airline's cheapest round-trip fares from Sacramento to Chicago in the next 3 months. Prices include required taxes + fees for one adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Typical prices are based on fares observed in the past year for one-week round trips with the same origin, destination, and airline.
- SouthwestNonstopfrom $361Typical price: $360–65019 weekly nonstop flightsSMF - MDWEvery day2708 weekly connecting flightsSMF - MDWEvery day
- UnitedNonstopfrom $361Typical price: $340–60021 weekly nonstop flightsSMF - ORDEvery day408 weekly connecting flightsSMF - ORDEvery day
- AmericanNonstopfrom $361Typical price: $380–75011 weekly nonstop flightsSMF - ORDEvery day344 weekly connecting flightsSMF - ORDEvery day
- Deltafrom $381Typical price: $295–760233 weekly connecting flightsSMF - MDW, ORDEvery day
- Alaskafrom $321Typical price: $285–630117 weekly connecting flightsSMF - ORDEvery day
- Frontierfrom $242Typical price: $230–54021 weekly connecting flightsSMF - ORDEvery day
Popular airports near Sacramento
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Sacramento center and popularity with travelers.
- Sacramento International Airport (SMF)SacramentoUnited States16 min9 mi
- San Francisco International Airport (SFO)San FranciscoUnited States1 hr 40 min81 mi
- San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC)San JoseUnited States1 hr 55 min87 mi
- Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport (OAK)OaklandUnited States1 hr 30 min71 mi
Popular airports near Chicago
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Chicago center and popularity with travelers.
- Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)ChicagoUnited States27 min16 mi
- Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)ChicagoUnited States25 min9 mi
- Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)MilwaukeeUnited States1 hr 25 min75 mi
- Indianapolis International Airport (IND)IndianapolisUnited States2 hr 58 min165 mi
Frequently asked questions about flying from Sacramento to Chicago
The cheapest flights from Sacramento to Chicago are usually in October. Typical ticket prices in October range from $175 to $400.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Sacramento to Chicago recently found on Google Flights was with Frontier from $242. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $121.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest Southwest flight from Sacramento to Chicago is $361, flying from Aug 15 to Aug 22.
- The cheapest United flight from Sacramento to Chicago is $361, flying from Aug 29 to Sep 5.
- The cheapest American flight from Sacramento to Chicago is $361, flying from Aug 8 to Aug 15.
- The cheapest Delta flight from Sacramento to Chicago is $381, flying from Aug 8 to Aug 15.
- The cheapest Alaska flight from Sacramento to Chicago is $321, flying from Aug 15 to Aug 22.
- The cheapest Frontier flight from Sacramento to Chicago is $242, flying from Aug 8 to Aug 15.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Sacramento to Chicago starts at $242 from Sat, Aug 8 to Sat, Aug 15. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $121 and departs on Wed, Aug 5.
3 hr 55 min is the shortest flight time from Sacramento to Chicago.
Chicago's peak season is Jun–Aug. Popular events throughout year include St. Patrick's Day, when the river is tinted green (Mar 17); the Pride Parade (Jun); the Taste of Chicago culinary festival (Jul) and the Jazz Festival (Sep). During the holiday season (Nov–Dec), the Magnificent Mile Lights Festival and Christkindlmarket, a German Christmas market in Daley Plaza, draw crowds to the city.
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Sacramento to Chicago.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Sacramento to Chicago really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Sacramento to Chicago.
In terms of nonstop flights, United is the most popular. United offers 21 nonstop flights and 408 connecting flights per week. United flies from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
In terms of flights, Southwest is the most popular. Southwest offers 19 nonstop flights and 2,708 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
Other popular airlines flying from Sacramento to Chicago are:
In terms of nonstop flights, United is the most popular. United offers 21 nonstop flights and 408 connecting flights per week. United flies from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
In terms of flights, Southwest is the most popular. Southwest offers 19 nonstop flights and 2,708 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
Other popular airlines flying from Sacramento to Chicago are:
- American offers 11 nonstop flights and 344 connecting flights per week. American flies from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
- Delta offers 233 connecting flights per week. Delta flies from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
- Alaska offers 117 connecting flights per week. Alaska flies from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
- Frontier offers 21 connecting flights per week. Frontier flies from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
The cheapest round-trip flight from Sacramento to Chicago recently found on Google Flights was with Frontier from $242. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $121.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest Southwest flight from Sacramento to Chicago is $361, flying from Aug 15 to Aug 22.
- The cheapest United flight from Sacramento to Chicago is $361, flying from Aug 29 to Sep 5.
- The cheapest American flight from Sacramento to Chicago is $361, flying from Aug 8 to Aug 15.
- The cheapest Delta flight from Sacramento to Chicago is $381, flying from Aug 8 to Aug 15.
- The cheapest Alaska flight from Sacramento to Chicago is $321, flying from Aug 15 to Aug 22.
- The cheapest Frontier flight from Sacramento to Chicago is $242, flying from Aug 8 to Aug 15.
Southwest, United and American fly direct from Sacramento to Chicago.
- There are 19 Southwest direct flights from Sacramento to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 21 United direct flights from Sacramento to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 11 American direct flights from Sacramento to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Sacramento and Chicago at price $426 is offered by Frontier from Sat, Jun 27 to Sun, Jun 28.
Southwest, United and American fly direct from Sacramento to Chicago.
- There are 19 Southwest direct flights from Sacramento to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 21 United direct flights from Sacramento to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 11 American direct flights from Sacramento to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
There are direct flights from Sacramento to Chicago on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Sacramento and Chicago start at $361 from Sat, Aug 29 to Sat, Sep 5 with Southwest.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Sacramento to Chicago, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Sacramento and Chicago start at $500 from Sat, Aug 8 to Sat, Aug 15 with Frontier.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Sacramento and Chicago start at $242 from Sat, Aug 8 to Sat, Aug 15.
To book business class trips from Sacramento to Chicago, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Sacramento and Chicago starts at $426 from Sat, Jun 27 to Sun, Jun 28 with Frontier.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Sacramento and Chicago at price $426 is offered by Frontier from Sat, Jun 27 to Sun, Jun 28.
To find last-minute flight deals from Sacramento to Chicago, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
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These suggestions are based on the cheapest fares to popular destinations in the next six months.
Prices include required taxes + fees for 1 adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
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