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SMFORDFri, 30 Oct
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Lowest fareUS$189Delta Air Lines
Fastest4h 3mgate to gate
Options found132flights on this route
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United Airlines
UA-1742
08:00
2026-10-30
Sacramento (SMF)Sacramento International
8H :54 M
1 Stop
IAD
· 1h 31m Washington (IAD), United States
18:54
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)O Hare International
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
0 Pieces 1 Pieces
$249
Flight DetailsSMF to ORD - 8H :54 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 0 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
United Airlines
UA-1742
08:00
2026-10-30
Sacramento (SMF)Sacramento International
10H :39 M
1 Stop
IAD
· 3h 07m Washington (IAD), United States
20:39
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)O Hare International
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
0 Pieces 1 Pieces
$249
Flight DetailsSMF to ORD - 10H :39 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 0 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
United Airlines
UA-1306
08:45
2026-10-30
Sacramento (SMF)Sacramento International
7H :53 M
1 Stop
DEN
· 2h 52m Denver (DEN), United States
18:38
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)O Hare International
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
0 Pieces 1 Pieces
$249
Flight DetailsSMF to ORD - 7H :53 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 0 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
AirLine Private
0 Pieces 1 Pieces
$781
Flight DetailsSMF to ORD - 7H :53 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 0 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
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Airfare Highlights
From flights departing on Fri, 30 Oct 2026.
Lowest fare$189Delta Air Lines06:13
Earliest departure$330United Airlines05:00
Shortest duration$241American Airlines22:57
Night
00:00-05:59
$304Delta Air Lines at 05:30Morning
06:00-11:59
$189Delta Air Lines at 06:13Afternoon
12:00-17:59
$189Delta Air Lines at 12:19Evening
18:00-23:59
$241American Airlines at 22:57
Departure & Arrival Airport Details
Sacramento (SMF)
Sacramento International
USA
Chicago (ORD)
O Hare International
USA
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Holidays and peak dates for Chicago
Fares and hotel rates usually run higher around these dates. Booking earlier or moving your trip by a day or two often costs less.
Busiest periods: Summer travel (15 Jun – 31 Aug), Holiday season (18 Dec – 02 Jan).
12OctColumbus DayMondayPeak
12OctColumbus DayMondayPeak
12OctIndigenous Peoples' DayMondayPeak
11NovVeterans DayWednesdayPeak
26NovThanksgiving DayThursdayPeak
25DecChristmas DayFridayPeak
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How to travel Sacramento to Chicago
Ways to make this trip that you can book on FlyX, compared by price and journey time.
OptionFromJourney timeAvailabilityAction
Non-stop flight Fastest₹23,2684h 3m6 flights
Connecting flight₹18,233Longer, includes a stop126 options
5 airlines operate this route.
Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.
Airlines flying from Sacramento to Chicago
Compare fares, stops, baggage and refundability across the airlines flying this route.
UN
United Airlines Flights
from $24159 flights
Fares from
$241
Non-stop
4 in these results
Departures
59 in the list above
DE
Delta Air Lines Flights
from $18931 flights
Fares from
$189
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
31 in the list above
AM
American Airlines Flights
from $24129 flights
Fares from
$241
Non-stop
2 in these results
Departures
29 in the list above
AL
Alaska Airlines Flights
from $2967 flights
Fares from
$296
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
7 in the list above
QA
Qatar Airways Flights
from $1,6266 flights
Fares from
$1,626
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
6 in the list above
Route Overview & Flight Facts
Fastest flight duration
4h 3m · American Airlines
First departure of the day
05:00 · United Airlines
Last departure of the day
23:59 · American Airlines
Flight options found
132
Direct / non-stop options
6
Airport codes
Sacramento–SMF, Chicago–ORD
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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
The search for Fri, 30 Oct found 132 flight options, 6 of them non-stop. The first flight leaves around 05:00 and the last around 23:59. The fastest flight takes about 4h 3m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Morning from $189, Afternoon from $189, Evening from $241, Night from $304. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Destination & City Travel Guide
About Chicago
Chicago’s downtown Loop puts Millennium Park, the Art Institute and the Riverwalk within a manageable area. The lakefront creates a second axis for walking, while neighbourhoods farther out need transit time of their own. Passengers landing at O’Hare may be changing flights or visiting relatives in the wider region, so check whether an overnight hotel is near the airport or downtown. The CTA Blue Line runs from the airport into the city and avoids the road congestion that can affect a taxi.
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Tips for travellers from India
The Loop is useful for the Art Institute, Millennium Park and central rail links, while a hotel near O’Hare serves an early flight or suburban appointment. These bases are a substantial distance apart. The CTA Blue Line reaches the airport from downtown, but passengers arriving at Terminal 5 first need the airport connection to the main rail-access area. The airport train and an intercity rail departure from Union Station are separate arrangements.
Air India uses Terminal 5. United domestic flights and international departures use Terminal 1, while many international arrivals are processed through Terminal 5, so an onward connection can involve a building change. In the city, pair the Art Institute with Millennium Park rather than crossing to a distant neighbourhood between them. The Riverwalk offers another central route, while the lakefront extends far beyond the downtown section. The Obama Presidential Center opened to the public in June 2026 in Jackson Park, creating a museum outing on the South Side rather than another stop beside the Loop. Plan that visit as its own district trip. A river architecture cruise also has a specific departure dock, which should be matched to the walking route. Choose between a museum-heavy day and a longer lakefront walk before booking several timed attractions.
Best time to visit Chicago
May to June or September to October, about 12–25°C, for river and lake walks.
Places to visit in Chicago
Millennium ParkArt Institute of ChicagoChicago RiverwalkNavy PierMuseum CampusDevon Avenue
How to reach Chicago
By Air: O’Hare International Airport (ORD) is about 27 km northwest of downtown Chicago; the CTA Blue Line takes about 45 minutes to the Loop. Taxis and booked cars also operate.
By Rail: Chicago Union Station serves intercity trains; the CTA Blue Line links O’Hare with downtown.
By Road: Airport taxis and app-based cars use expressways; intercity coaches use downtown stops.
What to do in Chicago
Walk from Millennium Park to the Art Institute.
Follow the Chicago Riverwalk.
Take an architecture cruise on the Chicago River.
Explore the lakefront around Museum Campus.
Chicago airport information
O’Hare International Airport (ORD). Air India operates from O’Hare Terminal 5. United uses Terminal 1 for domestic flights and international departures, while international arrivals without preclearance generally use Terminal 5.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking Sacramento to Chicago flights in advance?
There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. On the Sacramento to Chicago dates shown on this page, the lowest fare is on a Friday at $189. This can change from week to week.
How far is Sacramento from Chicago by air?
The flying distance depends on the routing the airline selects. The flight cards above show duration and stop details for each result.
Are there non-stop flights from SMF to ORD?
Yes. 6 non-stop flights are listed on this page for Sacramento to Chicago. Use the Stops filter to see only those.
Which airlines fly Sacramento to Chicago?
United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and 1 other are listed on this route for the dates shown here. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.
How long is the flight from Sacramento to Chicago?
The quickest non-stop Sacramento to Chicago flight on this page takes about 4h 3m. Non-stop flights here take between 4h 3m and 7h 10m. Journeys with a stop take longer, since the total includes the layover.
What is the baggage allowance on Sacramento to Chicago flights?
Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares on this page include 2 Pieces. Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.
What is the cheapest Sacramento to Chicago flight fare?
The lowest Sacramento to Chicago fare on this page is $189. Fares on the same dates run up to $1,671, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline prices change often, so search your dates for the current fare.
What time do Sacramento to Chicago flights depart?
On the dates shown here, the first departure is around 05:00 and the last around 23:59, local time at Sacramento. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.
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Check the airport codes SMF–ORD, local departure and arrival dates, and every connecting airport. Connections can have different document and baggage requirements from your final destination.
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Lowest Sacramento to Chicago airfare, in 30 days and in 90 days
Cheapest Fare
Fare
Date
Airline
Departure
Lowest Airfare
$189
30/10/2026
Delta Air Lines
06:13
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days
$185
07/11/2026
Delta Air Lines
06:13
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days
$180
06/01/2027
Delta Air Lines
06:13
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Sacramento to Chicago Flight Schedule and Timing
The search for these dates returned 132 flight options, 6 of them non-stop. The first departure from Sacramento is at 05:00 and the last is at 23:59. Flights leave from Sacramento International and land at O Hare International.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
Flight Details
Information
Route
Sacramento to Chicago
Flight Duration
4h 3m - 70h 55m
Airport Codes
Sacramento - SMF, Chicago - ORD
Total Flights Available
132 flights6 direct126 with layovers
First Flight Departure
Departs at 05:00
Last Flight Departure
Departs at 23:59
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)
42 flights1 direct41 with layovers
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)
38 flights2 direct36 with layovers
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)
30 flights2 direct28 with layovers
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)
13 flights0 direct13 with layovers
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)
9 flights1 direct8 with layovers
Airport Information & Terminals
SMF: Sacramento airport. Sacramento airport transfer should be matched to the exact hotel, suburb or meeting area. Rail can work well for light luggage, but late arrivals, winter weather and family baggage often make a direct cab or booked transfer easier.
ORD: Chicago airport system. Chicago flights commonly use O'Hare or Midway. O'Hare is a huge hub with rail access; Midway can be easier for some city-side trips. Winter weather and traffic should be part of the booking decision.
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