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$116+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Sacramento (SMF)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — SMF
Apr 21 — Apr 281
Mon 4/21
Mon 4/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Sacramento Intl are usually found in August or May, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Sacramento (SMF). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 16, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$244
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$116
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$496
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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 16, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/169:02 pmORD - SMF
1 stop14h 44mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/187:37 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop13h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/14$244
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/63:44 pmORD - SMF
1 stop8h 04mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/97:37 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop7h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$255
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/133:44 pmORD - SMF
2 stops19h 17mAlaska Airlines
Wed 5/285:00 amSMF - ORD
1 stop16h 56mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/15$295
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/197:46 pmORD - SMF
1 stop25h 13mFrontier
Sun 4/274:22 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop10h 52mFrontier
Deal found 4/16$331
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/77:55 pmORD - SMF
Nonstop4h 47mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/1010:50 amSMF - ORD
Nonstop4h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/15$339
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/118:09 amORD - SMF
Nonstop4h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/2411:23 amSMF - ORD
Nonstop4h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/15$340
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/152:25 pmORD - SMF
1 stop9h 24mDelta
Sat 5/2412:25 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop9h 34mDelta
Deal found 4/15$355

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento that are best for you.

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O'Hare Intl

Fly to

Sacramento

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Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/16

9:02 pm-9:46 am

1 stop14h 44m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/18

7:37 pm-10:55 am

1 stop13h 18m

$244

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/6

3:44 pm-9:48 pm

1 stop8h 04m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 5/9

7:37 pm-5:25 am

1 stop7h 48m

$255

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/13

5:56 pm-9:01 am

2 stops17h 05m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 5/29

5:00 am-11:56 pm

1 stop16h 56m

$295

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/19

7:46 pm-6:59 pm

1 stop25h 13m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 4/27

4:22 pm-5:14 am

1 stop10h 52m

$331

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/7

7:55 pm-10:42 pm

Nonstop4h 47m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/10

10:50 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop4h 10m

$339

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/11

8:09 am-10:33 am

Nonstop4h 24m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/24

11:23 am-5:35 pm

Nonstop4h 12m

$340

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/11

6:24 am-2:57 pm

2 stops10h 33m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/24

12:25 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 34m

$342

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/16

9:02 pm-9:46 am

1 stop14h 44m

$116

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/28

8:00 am-3:30 pm

1 stop9h 30m

$157

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/17

12:50 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$158

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Compare providers for flights from O'Hare Intl to Sacramento

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Sacramento in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Sacramento flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Sacramento flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Sacramento flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from O'Hare Intl to Sacramento

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sacramento from O'Hare Intl with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from O'Hare Intl to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 62 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $433). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ORD to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl to Sacramento. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 16, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 6% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from O'Hare Intl to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento

Explore weekly flight availability from O'Hare Intl to Sacramento. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 16, 2025.

The most flights from ORD to SMF are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in Sacramento by month

Plan your trip to Sacramento by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sacramento ranges from 0.0 - 3.6 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Sacramento when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Sacramento by month

Plan your trip to Sacramento by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sacramento, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sacramento

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sacramento. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Sacramento. Reviews last updated April 16, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Chicago to Sacramento, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Delta and Hawaiian Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,380 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,665 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from O'Hare Intl to Sacramento. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Sacramento from Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    Most people fly into Sacramento Intl (SMF) if they book a flight to Sacramento from Chicago O'Hare Intl. On average, Sacramento Intl has 7 inbound flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl per day from 4 airlines. Sacramento Intl is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Sacramento’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento round-trip?

    Spirit Airlines, at $244, was found to be the cheapest airline from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Frontier and Alaska Airlines. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 45% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $116. Alaska Airlines flights start at $157 while deals on Delta start at $158 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento consider choosing Air Canada (77%), Lufthansa (77%) or United Airlines (71%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento is $190. On average you can expect to pay $723. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Sacramento Intl), can usually be booked for $183.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to Sacramento that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on O'Hare Intl to Sacramento flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Sacramento?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Sacramento.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to Sacramento?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Sacramento by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $433). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from O'Hare Intl to Sacramento

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl to Sacramento. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$82Average$216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$136Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$270Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$324Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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