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Sacramento.P11,010 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Apr, returning Sun, 19 Apr.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in Sacramento International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Sun, 19 Apr, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P11,010, select.
Sacramento.P11,024 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 May, returning Sun, 10 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Sacramento International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Sun, 10 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P11,024, select.
Sacramento.P12,194 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Apr, returning Fri, 1 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in Sacramento International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P12,194, select.
Sacramento.P13,656 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug, returning Fri, 28 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago Midway on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Sacramento International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Sacramento International on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P13,656, select.
Sacramento.P13,656 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Jul, returning Thu, 23 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 14 Jul, arriving in Sacramento International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Sacramento International on Thu, 23 Jul, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P13,656, select.
Sacramento.P13,656 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Jun, returning Tue, 30 Jun.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Sacramento International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Sacramento International on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P13,656, select.
Sacramento.P13,664 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 May, returning Fri, 5 Jun.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago Midway on Fri, 29 May, arriving in Sacramento International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Sacramento International on Fri, 5 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P13,664, select.
Sacramento.P13,701 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep, returning Tue, 22 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago Midway on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Sacramento International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Sacramento International on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Chicago Midway.Price includes taxes and charges.From P13,701, select.

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Direct flights from Chicago to Sacramento

Alternative Chicago to Sacramento routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Chicago to Sacramento? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Sacramento International

16km from central Sacramento
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Sacramento Stockton

80km from central Sacramento
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Concord

82km from central Sacramento
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Chicago to Sacramento: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP11,010
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time4 hrs, 36 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week97

Finding cheap flights from Chicago to Sacramento: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Sacramento: Sacramento International, Sacramento Stockton and Concord.
The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago to Sacramento is P11,010. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Chicago to Sacramento.
Southwest Airlines, American Airlines and Qatar Airways fly direct from Chicago to Sacramento.
As of February 2026, there are 97 flights per week flying from Chicago to Sacramento.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Sacramento is usually April.
If you're flying from Chicago, the cheapest airport near Sacramento is Sacramento International – which is 15.6 km away from the centre of Sacramento. We've found flights into this airport from P11,010.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Chicago to Sacramento on Wednesday, 15 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 35 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sacramento but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sacramento is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In February, the average temperature is usually around 10°C. July is typically the warmest month in Sacramento, when it usually averages around 37°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is February.
The cheapest airline that flies to Sacramento is Frontier Airlines. And the cheapest airline that flies to Sacramento Stockton Airport is United.

Flying from Chicago to Sacramento: what you need to know

  • Set off on your next big adventure from one of Chicago's main airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Explore the options for booking a flight from Chicago to Sacramento setting off from either of these.

  • The primary gateways to Sacramento are Sacramento International Airport (SMF) and Stockton Airport (SCK).

  • The average duration of a direct Chicago to Sacramento flight is 4 hours 30 minutes.

  • Sacramento's timezone is UTC-7, making Sacramento two hours behind Chicago.

  • O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 24 flights a week to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Chicago to Sacramento is with United Airlines at 20:35. Choose the first ORD to SMF departure operated by United Airlines at 07:20 to fit in more activities on your first day in Sacramento.

  • To ensure you catch your Chicago to Sacramento flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Sacramento

  • Currently, P5,065 is the best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Sacramento. The cheapest price for a return flight is P11,010. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Score cheap Chicago to Sacramento flights by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding the biggest deals.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Chicago to Sacramento. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.

  • There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you when a better deal comes up on cheap flights from Chicago to Sacramento.

  • Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' Chicago to Sacramento flights.

Flying from Chicago

O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • If you're after a direct flight from Chicago to Sacramento, you can depart from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Fly from ORD to Sacramento International Airport (SMF) without making any stops.

  • Look out for deals with United Airlines. This carrier offers direct Chicago to Sacramento plane tickets from ORD.

  • Located around 26 kilometres from central Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Chicago to Sacramento? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to O'Hare International Airport:

  • Of all flights departing from O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% touch down on time at their destination.

  • ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • Consider booking your direct flight from Chicago to Sacramento departing Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Nonstop services from MDW will get you to Sacramento International Airport (SMF).

  • You can book a direct Chicago to Sacramento plane ticket with Southwest Airlines. This is one of the top carriers operating this route out of MDW.

  • MDW is about 14 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Chicago to Sacramento? Relax in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:

  • When it comes to keeping flights on track, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 78%.

  • The address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.

Arriving in Sacramento

Sacramento International Airport (SMF)

  • Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometers away.

  • It usually takes 25 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.

  • Follow your own route with a Sacramento International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and venture far and wide through Sacramento and beyond.

  • To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Sacramento International Airport about two weeks in advance of your Chicago to Sacramento flight.

  • The address for SMF is 6900 Airport Boulevard.

Stockton Airport (SCK)

  • The centre of Sacramento is approximately 80 kilometres from Stockton Airport (SCK). As soon as your flight from Chicago to Sacramento has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 55 minutes.

  • The trip will take roughly 3 hours 20 minutes on public transport.

  • Stockton Airport is located at 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.

Best time to go to Sacramento

  • May is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Sacramento, while August is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Sacramento based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Before locking in your Chicago to Sacramento tickets, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Sacramento, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Chicago to Sacramento in January when temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF).

More about Sacramento

Explore more of United States

  • Sacramento has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be discovered. Around 145 kilometres south of Sacramento, a trip to San Jose will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.

  • San Francisco is another well-known destination in United States and is around 121 kilometres south-west of Sacramento. No trip is complete without dropping by Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street.

Plan the rest of your trip from Chicago to Sacramento

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