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Cheap flights from Chicago to San Francisco from $78

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Delta Logo
2:20 pm - 11:45 pm
ORD
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SMF
11h 25m2 stops
Delta Logo
9:48 am - 11:53 pm
SMF
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ORD
12h 05m2 stops
$292Delta
Wed, Jan 28 - Sun, Feb 1
Delta Logo
1:49 pm - 8:58 pm
MDW
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SMF
9h 09m1 stop
Delta Logo
12:56 pm - 10:22 pm
SMF
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MDW
7h 26m1 stop
$293Delta
Fri, Jan 30 - Sat, Jan 31
Alaska Airlines Logo
3:54 pm - 9:14 pm
ORD
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SMF
7h 20m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
12:47 pm - 11:59 pm
SMF
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ORD
9h 12m1 stop
$293Alaska Airlines
Fri, Mar 6 - Thu, Mar 12
Delta Logo
9:50 am - 5:28 pm
MDW
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SMF
9h 38m2 stops
Delta Logo
5:46 pm - 9:54 am
SMF
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MDW
14h 08m2 stops
$294Delta
Wed, Feb 25 - Sat, Feb 28
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 5:15 pm
ORD
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SMF
13h 45m2 stops
Delta Logo
10:40 pm - 1:13 pm
SMF
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ORD
12h 33m2 stops
$294Delta
Tue, Feb 10 - Tue, Feb 10
Alaska Airlines Logo
3:44 pm - 10:58 pm
ORD
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SMF
9h 14m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
1:16 pm - 11:50 pm
SMF
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ORD
8h 34m1 stop
$295Alaska Airlines
Tue, Jan 20 - Fri, Feb 6
Delta Logo
2:05 pm - 8:33 pm
MDW
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SMF
8h 28m1 stop
Delta Logo
7:56 pm - 8:50 am
SMF
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MDW
10h 54m2 stops
$296Delta
Fri, Mar 20 - Mon, Mar 23
Delta Logo
7:30 am - 2:22 pm
ORD
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SMF
8h 52m1 stop
Delta Logo
6:30 am - 11:53 pm
SMF
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ORD
15h 23m1 stop
$296Delta
Tue, Jan 20 - Thu, Jan 29
Frontier Logo
9:38 pm - 12:53 pm
ORD
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SMF
17h 15m1 stop
Frontier Logo
2:27 pm - 1:37 pm
SMF
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ORD
21h 10m2 stops
$299Frontier
Fri, Jan 23 - Sat, Feb 7
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 10:58 pm
ORD
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SMF
15h 58m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
1:16 pm - 11:50 pm
SMF
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ORD
8h 34m1 stop
$301Alaska Airlines
Sun, Jan 18 - Mon, Feb 2

Delta flights from Chicago to Sacramento

Our best Delta deals on Chicago to Sacramento flight tickets
Delta
Jan 28
ORD2:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
11h 25m
2 stops
SMF11:45 pmSacramento Intl
Feb 1
SMF9:48 amSacramento Intl
12h 05m
2 stops
ORD11:53 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$292
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Delta
Jan 30
MDW1:49 pmChicago Midway
9h 09m
1 stop
SMF8:58 pmSacramento Intl
Jan 31
SMF12:56 pmSacramento Intl
7h 26m
1 stop
MDW10:22 pmChicago Midway
$293
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Delta
Feb 10
ORD5:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl
13h 45m
2 stops
SMF5:15 pmSacramento Intl
Feb 10
SMF10:40 pmSacramento Intl
12h 33m
2 stops
ORD1:13 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$294
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Alaska Airlines flights from Chicago to Sacramento

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Chicago to Sacramento flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
Apr 8
ORD4:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
8h 48m
1 stop
SMF10:58 pmSacramento Intl
Apr 12
SMF10:37 amSacramento Intl
25h 49m
1 stop
ORD2:26 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$290
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Alaska Airlines
Mar 6
ORD3:54 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
7h 20m
1 stop
SMF9:14 pmSacramento Intl
Mar 12
SMF12:47 pmSacramento Intl
9h 12m
1 stop
ORD11:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$293
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Alaska Airlines
Jan 20
ORD3:44 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
9h 14m
1 stop
SMF10:58 pmSacramento Intl
Feb 6
SMF1:16 pmSacramento Intl
8h 34m
1 stop
ORD11:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$295
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ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/28

2:20 pm-11:45 pm

2 stops11h 25m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 2/1

9:48 am-11:53 pm

2 stops12h 05m

$292

ChicagoSacramento

MDW - SMF

MDWSMF

Chicago Midway

Fri 1/30

1:49 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop9h 09m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/31

12:56 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$293

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/6

3:54 pm-9:14 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 3/12

12:47 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 12m

$293

ChicagoSacramento

MDW - SMF

MDWSMF

Chicago Midway

Wed 2/25

9:50 am-5:28 pm

2 stops9h 38m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 2/28

5:46 pm-9:54 am

2 stops14h 08m

$294

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/10

5:30 am-5:15 pm

2 stops13h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/10

10:40 pm-1:13 pm

2 stops12h 33m

$294

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/20

3:44 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop9h 14m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 2/6

1:16 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop8h 34m

$295

ChicagoSacramento

MDW - SMF

MDWSMF

Chicago Midway

Fri 3/20

2:05 pm-8:33 pm

1 stop8h 28m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/23

7:56 pm-8:50 am

2 stops10h 54m

$296

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/20

7:30 am-2:22 pm

1 stop8h 52m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 1/29

6:30 am-11:53 pm

1 stop15h 23m

$296

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/23

9:38 pm-12:53 pm

1 stop17h 15m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 2/7

2:27 pm-1:37 pm

2 stops21h 10m

$299

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/18

9:00 am-10:58 pm

1 stop15h 58m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/2

1:16 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop8h 34m

$301

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Sacramento?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Sacramento?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Sacramento from Chicago, with most prices found around $368. If you are unable to visit Sacramento during the month of January, then departing from Chicago during the month August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $394.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Sacramento?

The cheapest day to depart from Chicago to Sacramento is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $470. Flights from Chicago to Sacramento on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $564. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Sacramento?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Sacramento is at noon. momondo users have found flights departing from Chicago to Sacramento at noon for as low as $471. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around $535. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Sacramento Intl flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Sacramento?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Sacramento from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Sacramento for around $469 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Sacramento from Chicago for as low as $338 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Chicago to Sacramento Intl flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago to Sacramento Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Sacramento flights?

You could potentially save up to 2% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Sacramento flight.

How have Chicago to Sacramento flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for Chicago to Sacramento flights are approximately 29% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Chicago to Sacramento

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Chicago to Sacramento according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$279

Fastest flight time

4h 20m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Sacramento

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Sacramento from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $279. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Sacramento found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $323.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Sacramento takes 4h 20m
Direct flights go from Chicago to Sacramento every day.
There is 1 airport in Sacramento. From Chicago there are direct flights to Sacramento Intl (SMF).
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  • How far is Chicago to Sacramento Intl by plane?

    The distance between Chicago and Sacramento Intl is about 1788.0 mi. 4h 20m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Sacramento Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from Chicago to Sacramento Intl Airport refresh daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Sacramento Intl Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Sacramento Intl Airport?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Sacramento Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sacramento Intl Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Sacramento Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Sacramento Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Chicago to Sacramento?

  • What is the most popular airline from Chicago to Sacramento?

Best airlines flying from Chicago to Sacramento

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $134Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,287 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $145Free CancellationRating
5.7
3,062 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $181Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,095 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $341Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,139 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $357Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,248 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From Chicago to Sacramento

    Southwest is one of the most popular airlines flying from Chicago to Sacramento, operating 10 flights/week on average for this route. A good Southwest flight deal for Chicago to Sacramento starts from $357 round-trip, up to an average price of $479. Our users have rated Southwest at 8.0/10.

  • United Airlines Flights From Chicago to Sacramento

    United Airlines is also a popular choice for this route. United Airlines flight deals for Chicago to Sacramento start from as low as $341 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average United Airlines deals seen on momondo around $529. United Airlines operates 14 flights to Sacramento from Chicago in an average week. Users have rated it 7.4/10 across 9,138 reviews.

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