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Cheap flights from Sacramento to Chicago from $162

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Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 2:29 pm
SMF
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ORD
29h 29m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:06 pm - 8:03 pm
ORD
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SMF
27h 57m1 stop
$267Alaska Airlines
Fri, Jan 16 - Thu, Jan 22
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 11:50 pm
SMF
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ORD
12h 50m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:06 pm - 11:55 pm
ORD
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SMF
11h 49m2 stops
$268Alaska Airlines
Mon, Jan 12 - Fri, Jan 23
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:16 pm - 11:50 pm
SMF
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ORD
8h 34m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:38 pm - 12:53 pm
ORD
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SMF
17h 15m1 stop
$269Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 5 - Sun, Feb 8
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 2:29 pm
SMF
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ORD
29h 29m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 2:05 pm
ORD
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SMF
8h 05m1 stop
$272Alaska Airlines
Sun, Jan 25 - Tue, Jan 27
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:59 pm - 2:38 pm
SMF
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ORD
16h 39m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 8:36 am
ORD
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SMF
26h 36m2 stops
$273Alaska Airlines
Sat, Jan 17 - Sat, Jan 24
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:09 pm - 10:42 pm
SMF
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ORD
30h 33m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:41 pm - 3:35 pm
ORD
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SMF
18h 54m1 stop
$274Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 9 - Fri, Jan 16
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 4:33 pm
SMF
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ORD
8h 33m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:20 am - 12:10 pm
ORD
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SMF
29h 50m1 stop
$277Alaska Airlines
Fri, Feb 27 - Sun, Mar 8
Delta Logo
10:40 pm - 1:08 pm
SMF
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ORD
12h 28m2 stops
Delta Logo
7:30 am - 2:22 pm
ORD
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SMF
8h 52m1 stop
$278Delta
Fri, Jan 16 - Tue, Jan 20
Frontier Logo
12:02 pm - 10:56 pm
SMF
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ORD
8h 54m1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:00 am - 10:13 am
ORD
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27h 13m2 stops
$279Frontier
Fri, Jan 9 - Thu, Jan 22
Frontier Logo
12:02 pm - 10:56 pm
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8h 54m1 stop
Frontier Logo
10:41 pm - 3:35 pm
ORD
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18h 54m1 stop
$281Frontier
Fri, Jan 9 - Fri, Jan 16

Alaska Airlines flights from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
Jan 16
SMF7:00 amSacramento Intl
29h 29m
1 stop
ORD2:29 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 20
ORD6:06 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
21h 59m
1 stop
SMF2:05 pmSacramento Intl
$267
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Alaska Airlines
Jan 12
SMF5:03 pmSacramento Intl
28h 47m
1 stop
ORD11:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 26
ORD2:06 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
25h 59m
2 stops
SMF2:05 pmSacramento Intl
$268
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Alaska Airlines
Mar 13
SMF1:17 pmSacramento Intl
22h 54m
1 stop
ORD2:11 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Mar 19
ORD4:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
8h 48m
1 stop
SMF10:58 pmSacramento Intl
$272
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Frontier flights from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Our best Frontier deals on Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight tickets
Frontier
Jan 8
SMF1:14 pmSacramento Intl
6h 18m
1 stop
ORD9:32 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 11
ORD8:49 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
19h 42m
1 stop
SMF2:31 pmSacramento Intl
$276
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Frontier
Jan 9
SMF12:02 pmSacramento Intl
8h 54m
1 stop
ORD10:56 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 22
ORD9:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
27h 13m
2 stops
SMF10:13 amSacramento Intl
$279
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Frontier
Jan 9
SMF12:02 pmSacramento Intl
8h 54m
1 stop
ORD10:56 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 16
ORD10:41 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
18h 54m
1 stop
SMF3:35 pmSacramento Intl
$281
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SacramentoChicago

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Fri 1/16

7:00 am-2:29 pm

1 stop29h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/22

6:06 pm-8:03 pm

1 stop27h 57m

$267

SacramentoChicago

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Mon 1/12

9:00 am-11:50 pm

1 stop12h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/23

2:06 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops11h 49m

$268

SacramentoChicago

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Thu 2/5

1:16 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop8h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/8

9:38 pm-12:53 pm

1 stop17h 15m

$269

SacramentoChicago

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Sun 1/25

7:00 am-2:29 pm

1 stop29h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/27

8:00 am-2:05 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$272

SacramentoChicago

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/17

7:59 pm-2:38 pm

1 stop16h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/24

8:00 am-8:36 am

2 stops26h 36m

$273

SacramentoChicago

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Fri 1/9

2:09 pm-10:42 pm

2 stops30h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/16

10:41 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop18h 54m

$274

SacramentoChicago

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Fri 2/27

6:00 am-4:33 pm

1 stop8h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/8

8:20 am-12:10 pm

1 stop29h 50m

$277

SacramentoChicago

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Fri 1/16

10:40 pm-1:08 pm

2 stops12h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/20

7:30 am-2:22 pm

1 stop8h 52m

$278

SacramentoChicago

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Fri 1/9

12:02 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop8h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/22

9:00 am-10:13 am

2 stops27h 13m

$279

SacramentoChicago

SMF - ORD

SMFORD

Sacramento Intl

Fri 1/9

12:02 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop8h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/16

10:41 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop18h 54m

$281

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

The month of January is another great option to travel to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, with average flight prices from Sacramento averaging around $404.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $405. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to depart from Sacramento because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $497.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Flying to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Sacramento in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $409 when looking at flights departing in the evening. Try not to purchase tickets at noon because they tend to be around $460. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Sacramento Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Sacramento when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport for around $468 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Sacramento for as low as $341 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Sacramento Intl to Chicago O'Hare 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 Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

How have Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights are approximately 67% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

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Cheap Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (SMF to ORD) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$244

Fastest flight time

4h 01m

Direct flights

Every day
The best one-way flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Sacramento in the past 72 hours is $244. The best round-trip flight deal from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $395.
The fastest flight from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 4h 01m
Direct flights go from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport every day.
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  • How far is Sacramento Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl by plane?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl is 1773.3 mi away from Sacramento Intl. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 4h 01m.

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

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

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

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Sacramento Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare 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 Sacramento Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

  • What is the most popular airline from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Best airlines flying from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
FrontierPriceFrom $154Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,076 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $166Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,193 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $235Free CancellationRating
8.0
11,506 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $252Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,052 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $260Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,013 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $287Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,103 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $425Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,253 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

    Across 20 United Airlines flights from Sacramento to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport this week, the average price was $516, with the best United Airlines deals starting from $287 round-trip. 9,103 users have rated United Airlines on momondo, with an average score of 7.4/10.

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