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$62+ Cheap flights from Illinois 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 11/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — SMF
Nov 5 — Nov 121
1 adult
Tue 11/5
Tue 11/12
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This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
Wed 12/116:46 pmSTL - SMF
1 stop18h 55mFrontier
Sun 12/1512:38 pmSMF - STL
1 stop17h 35mFrontier
Deal found 10/31$138
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/66:00 amORD - SMF
2 stops20h 23mSpirit Airlines
Thu 11/711:42 amSMF - ORD
1 stop15h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$197
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Thu 11/218:27 pmORD - SMF
1 stop6h 17mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/252:22 pmSMF - ORD
1 stop6h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$212
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Thu 11/71:29 pmMDW - SMF
1 stop20h 14mFrontier
Mon 11/111:12 pmSMF - MDW
1 stop6h 25mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$244
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/73:13 pmORD - SMF
1 stop18h 30mFrontier
Sun 11/1010:59 amSMF - ORD
1 stop20h 48mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$244
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Fri 12/131:39 pmSTL - SMF
1 stop5h 57mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/148:40 amSMF - STL
1 stop5h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$246
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
Wed 12/111:36 pmSTL - SMF
2 stops9h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/156:00 amSMF - STL
1 stop8h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/31$251
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Fri 12/62:10 pmORD - SMF
1 stop9h 50mDelta
Tue 12/108:10 pmSMF - ORD
2 stops9h 36mDelta
Deal found 10/30$270
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Fri 12/137:20 amSTL - SMF
1 stop6h 56mDelta
Sat 12/148:00 pmSMF - STL
2 stops11h 35mDelta
Deal found 10/29$286
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
Thu 11/213:33 pmMLI - SMF
1 stop9h 25mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/46:00 amSMF - MLI
1 stop7h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/31$288
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/145:29 pmSTL - SMF
2 stops19h 18mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/195:11 pmSMF - STL
3 stops40h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$316
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/69:45 amMDW - SMF
2 stops27h 02mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/115:20 amSMF - MDW
1 stop14h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$376

Find flights from Illinois to Sacramento within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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, Cheapflights users made 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

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St. LouisSacramento

STL - SMF

STLSMF

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 11/13

5:27 pm-2:48 pm

1 stop23h 21m

$62

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/13

1:09 pm-10:47 am

2 stops23h 38m

$102

St. LouisSacramento

STL - SMF

STLSMF

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 12/24

6:00 am-10:55 am

1 stop6h 55m

$123

St. LouisSacramento

STL - SMF

STLSMF

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 1/28

7:30 am-12:30 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$128

St. LouisSacramento

STL - SMF

STLSMF

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 12/31

5:21 am-10:19 am

1 stop6h 58m

$143

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/14

7:45 am-3:31 pm

2 stops9h 46m

$156

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/12

12:22 pm-10:11 am

3 stops23h 49m

$160

St. LouisSacramento

STL - SMF

STLSMF

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 12/4

1:39 pm-5:36 pm

1 stop5h 57m

$168

ChicagoSacramento

MDW - SMF

MDWSMF

Chicago Midway

Thu 2/27

6:00 am-3:43 pm

1 stop11h 43m

$100

ChicagoSacramento

ORD - SMF

ORDSMF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/6

12:21 pm-2:48 pm

1 stop28h 27m

$100

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Sacramento

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Travel insights for flights from Illinois to Sacramento

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Illinois to Sacramento including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Sacramento?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Sacramento (average of $294). Flying from Illinois to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $442). 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 IL to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 October 31, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to Sacramento as you normally would.

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 October 31, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, Delta and Frontier from Illinois to Sacramento by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,420 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,240 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois 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 Illinois?

    Most people fly into Sacramento Intl (SMF) if they book a flight to Sacramento from Illinois. Sacramento Intl is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Sacramento’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from Illinois to Sacramento for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Illinois to Sacramento for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $138, but on average you can expect to pay $308.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Illinois to Sacramento for under $500 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 3 direct flights from Illinois to Sacramento under $500. A good price for a nonstop flight from Illinois to Sacramento is less than $471.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Illinois to Sacramento for under $200?

    There are currently 14+ open flights from Illinois to Sacramento within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Illinois to Sacramento?

    You can find nonstop flights on the following days: Sunday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from Illinois to Sacramento on average per day?

    11 flight departures from Illinois to Sacramento per day on average.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 18% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 36% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 45% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Illinois to Sacramento?

    Departing from Illinois to Sacramento will take you 5h 57m. There are 1787 mi between Illinois and Sacramento. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Illinois to Sacramento one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $62. Spirit Airlines flights start at $75 while deals on Delta start at $128 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Sacramento?

    The most popular route from Illinois to Sacramento is Chicago O'Hare Intl - Sacramento Intl. You may also consider Chicago Midway - Sacramento Intl or Lambert-St Louis - Sacramento Intl.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Illinois to Sacramento?

    Before booking your flight to Sacramento from Illinois, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Qatar Airways (90%), American Airlines (82%), Air Canada( 69%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Sacramento?

    The cheapest flight price from Illinois to Sacramento is $192. On average you can expect to pay $739. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Sacramento Intl), can usually be booked for $147.

  • What does ORD to SMF mean?

    This is defined as Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) and Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF). Codes like Sacramento Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Moline Quad-City Airport (MLI), Greater Peoria Airport (PIA), Bloomington-Normal Airport (BMI), Champaign University-Willard Airport (CMI).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Sacramento that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Illinois to Sacramento flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Illinois to Sacramento with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Illinois to Sacramento flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Sacramento that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Illinois to Sacramento flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Illinois to Sacramento?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Illinois to Sacramento?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Sacramento that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Illinois to Sacramento offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Illinois to Sacramento?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Illinois to Sacramento flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Illinois to Sacramento flight deals updated?

    The Illinois to Sacramento flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/31.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Sacramento?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Sacramento (average of $294). Flying from Illinois to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $442). 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 5 airlines flying from Illinois to Sacramento

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$165Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$168Average$241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$233Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$305Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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