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Cheap flights from Chicago to San Francisco from $61

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Delta Logo
1:28 pm - 11:26 pm
MDW
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SMF
11h 58m2 stops
Delta Logo
7:56 pm - 8:46 am
SMF
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MDW
10h 50m2 stops
$268Delta
Wed, Feb 18 - Tue, Mar 17
Delta Logo
7:40 am - 2:20 pm
ORD
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SMF
8h 40m1 stop
Delta Logo
11:37 am - 11:54 pm
SMF
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ORD
10h 17m1 stop
$270Delta
Fri, Feb 20 - Thu, Mar 19
United Airlines Logo
9:04 am - 11:55 am
ORD
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SMF
4h 51mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:13 pm
SMF
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ORD
4h 13mnonstop
$271United Airlines
Sat, Jan 17 - Tue, Jan 20
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 6:10 pm
ORD
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SMF
13h 10m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:04 pm - 1:11 pm
SMF
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ORD
16h 07m1 stop
$275Alaska Airlines
Thu, Feb 12 - Mon, Feb 16
Delta Logo
7:40 am - 2:20 pm
ORD
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SMF
8h 40m1 stop
Delta Logo
1:05 pm - 9:34 pm
SMF
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ORD
6h 29m1 stop
$281Delta
Sun, Feb 22 - Wed, Mar 18
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:07 pm - 7:12 pm
ORD
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SMF
7h 05m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:58 pm
SMF
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ORD
15h 58m1 stop
$284Alaska Airlines
Sat, Feb 21 - Sat, Mar 21
Frontier Logo
3:27 pm - 5:21 pm
ORD
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SMF
27h 54m1 stop
Frontier Logo
1:14 pm - 9:32 pm
SMF
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ORD
30h 18m1 stop
$285Frontier
Tue, Dec 23 - Thu, Jan 8
United Airlines Logo
9:04 am - 11:55 am
ORD
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SMF
4h 51mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:13 pm
SMF
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ORD
4h 13mnonstop
$289United Airlines
Thu, Jan 8 - Sat, Jan 10
Southwest Logo
8:20 am - 11:05 am
MDW
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SMF
4h 45mnonstop
Southwest Logo
12:00 pm - 10:55 pm
SMF
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MDW
8h 55m1 stop
$322Southwest
Sat, Jan 17 - Tue, Jan 20
Southwest Logo
9:05 am - 4:50 pm
MDW
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SMF
9h 45m1 stop
Southwest Logo
2:10 pm - 9:50 pm
SMF
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MDW
5h 40m1 stop
$332Southwest
Sat, Jan 17 - Tue, Jan 20

Frontier flights from Chicago to Sacramento

Our best Frontier deals on Chicago to Sacramento flight tickets
Frontier
Dec 23
ORD3:27 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
27h 54m
1 stop
SMF5:21 pmSacramento Intl
Jan 8
SMF1:14 pmSacramento Intl
30h 18m
1 stop
ORD9:32 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$285
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Frontier
Dec 25
ORD12:39 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
30h 42m
2 stops
SMF5:21 pmSacramento Intl
Jan 8
SMF1:14 pmSacramento Intl
30h 18m
1 stop
ORD9:32 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$302
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Frontier
Dec 23
ORD3:27 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
27h 54m
1 stop
SMF5:21 pmSacramento Intl
Jan 9
SMF12:02 pmSacramento Intl
8h 54m
1 stop
ORD10:56 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$309
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Southwest flights from Chicago to Sacramento

Our best Southwest deals on Chicago to Sacramento flight tickets
Southwest
Jan 17
MDW8:20 amChicago Midway
4h 45m
SMF11:05 amSacramento Intl
Jan 20
SMF12:00 pmSacramento Intl
8h 55m
1 stop
MDW10:55 pmChicago Midway
$322
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Southwest
Jan 17
MDW9:05 amChicago Midway
9h 45m
1 stop
SMF4:50 pmSacramento Intl
Jan 20
SMF2:10 pmSacramento Intl
5h 40m
1 stop
MDW9:50 pmChicago Midway
$332
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Southwest
Jan 30
MDW8:25 amChicago Midway
4h 45m
SMF11:10 amSacramento Intl
Feb 2
SMF6:25 amSacramento Intl
4h 00m
MDW12:25 pmChicago Midway
$335
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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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated December 4, 2025.
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Return

Price

ChicagoSacramento

MDW - SMF

MDWSMF

Chicago Midway

Wed 2/18

1:28 pm-11:26 pm

2 stops11h 58m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/17

7:56 pm-8:46 am

2 stops10h 50m

$268

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/20

7:40 am-2:20 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 3/19

11:37 am-11:54 pm

1 stop10h 17m

$270

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/17

9:04 am-11:55 am

Nonstop4h 51m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 1/20

7:00 am-1:13 pm

Nonstop4h 13m

$271

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/12

7:00 am-6:10 pm

1 stop13h 10m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/16

7:04 pm-1:11 pm

1 stop16h 07m

$275

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/22

7:40 am-2:20 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/18

1:05 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$281

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/21

2:07 pm-7:12 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 3/21

6:00 am-11:58 pm

1 stop15h 58m

$284

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/23

3:27 pm-5:21 pm

1 stop27h 54m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 1/8

1:14 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop30h 18m

$285

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/8

9:04 am-11:55 am

Nonstop4h 51m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/10

7:00 am-1:13 pm

Nonstop4h 13m

$289

ChicagoSacramento

MDW - SMF

MDWSMF

Chicago Midway

Sat 1/17

8:20 am-11:05 am

Nonstop4h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 1/20

12:00 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$322

ChicagoSacramento

MDW - SMF

MDWSMF

Chicago Midway

Sat 1/17

9:05 am-4:50 pm

1 stop9h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 1/20

2:10 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$332

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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 $304. 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 $475. Flights from Chicago to Sacramento on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $561. 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 afternoon because they tend to be around $548. 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 $462 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 4% 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 December 2025, prices for Chicago to Sacramento flights are approximately 8% more expensive 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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Cheap Chicago to Sacramento (CHI to SMF) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$249

Fastest flight time

4h 25m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Sacramento

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Sacramento from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $249. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Sacramento found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $482.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Sacramento takes 4h 25m
Direct flights go from Chicago to Sacramento every day.
There is 1 airport near Sacramento: 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 41m 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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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $134Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,160 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $145Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,092 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $181Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,043 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $357Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,252 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $365Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,062 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 15 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 $472. 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 $365 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average United Airlines deals seen on momondo around $535. United Airlines operates 10 flights to Sacramento from Chicago in an average week. Users have rated it 7.4/10 across 9,062 reviews.

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