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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sacramento and Chicago?
What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?
The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Sacramento, with most prices found around $392. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in May, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from Sacramento to Chicago during September average around $399.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?
The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $530. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Sacramento to Chicago for around $652.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago?
Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is in the afternoon. Flights from Sacramento to Chicago during this time can be as low as $466. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $587.
What is the cheapest Sacramento Intl to Chicago flight route?
Fly from Sacramento Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl for the best Sacramento Intl - Chicago flight prices
How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Sacramento when booking 5 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $456 when searching 5 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Sacramento for as low as $398 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Sacramento Intl to Chicago flights?
There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Sacramento Intl to Chicago flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Sacramento Intl to Chicago?
Spirit Airlines, Frontier, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Sacramento Intl to Chicago
What airlines fly to Chicago?
United Airlines, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Sacramento according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 53% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Sacramento to Chicago on average per day?
As of March 2025, there are 3 flights per day flying from Sacramento to Chicago. The most common time of day flights depart is 7:00AM, with 87% of flights taking off at noon.
How many flights depart from Sacramento to Chicago on average per week?
As of March 2025, 21 flights take off from Sacramento and land in Chicago each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Wed, with 38% of weekly flights taking off on this day.
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How far is Sacramento Intl to Chicago by plane?
There are 1788.0 mi between Sacramento Intl and Chicago. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 3h 55m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Chicago refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Chicago?
As of March 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Chicago.
How old do you have to be to fly from Sacramento Intl Airport to Chicago?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sacramento Intl Airport to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chicago can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chicago. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Sacramento to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Sacramento and Chicago, the leading plane model is Boeing 737 MAX 8, making up 20.32% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737 MAX 9 with 19.68%, Boeing 737-800 with 19.52%, and Airbus A320-100/200 with 14.80%.
What is the most popular airline from Sacramento to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Sacramento to Chicago is United Airlines (53% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are American Airlines (18%), Spirit Airlines (12%), and Frontier (9%).
Best airlines flying from Sacramento to Chicago
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Sacramento to Chicago with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $130 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.0 3,315 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $159 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 7,926 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $182 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 8,044 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $266 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $324 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,655 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $384 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 4,321 reviews |
Southwest Flights From Sacramento to Chicago
Southwest operates around 4 flights from Sacramento to Chicago every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been $472, but momondo users have found Southwest deals from Sacramento to Chicago from as low as $384 round-trip. Southwest has been scored 8.0/10 in 4,321 reviews.
United Airlines Flights From Sacramento to Chicago
United Airlines is also a popular choice for this route. United Airlines flight deals for Sacramento to Chicago start from as low as $324 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average United Airlines deals seen on momondo around $483. United Airlines operates 5 flights to Chicago from Sacramento in an average week. Users have rated it 7.4/10 across 8,655 reviews.
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Sacramento to Chicago?
Finding the right flight to Chicago from Sacramento is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Chicago quick and easy, saving you time and money.
Can I find flights from Sacramento to Chicago with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for Sacramento to Chicago flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.
How can momondo help me find flights from Sacramento to Chicago?
momondo helps you find the best flight between Sacramento and Chicago by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select flights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.
I’m not ready to book a flight from Sacramento to Chicago right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Chicago from Sacramento. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.