$134 Cheap Flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Chicago (MDW)

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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Chicago (SMF-MDW)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $134 for one-way flights and $268 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Thu, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 11
SMF
Sacramento
MDW
Chicago
$268 Roundtrip, just found
$268
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from Sacramento to Chicago, returning Thu, Dec 11, priced at $268 just found
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 21
SMF
Sacramento
MDW
Chicago
$293 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$293
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 16 from Sacramento to Chicago, returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $293 found 2 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Oct 26 - Thu, Oct 30
SMF
Sacramento
MDW
Chicago
$298 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$298
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Oct 26 from Sacramento to Chicago, returning Thu, Oct 30, priced at $298 found 1 day ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 20
SMF
Sacramento
MDW
Chicago
$303 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$303
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 16 from Sacramento to Chicago, returning Mon, Oct 20, priced at $303 found 5 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Aug 29 - Tue, Sep 2
SMF
Sacramento
MDW
Chicago
$310 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$310
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 29 from Sacramento to Chicago, returning Tue, Sep 2, priced at $310 found 5 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 3
SMF
Sacramento
MDW
Chicago
$313 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$313
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 31 from Sacramento to Chicago, returning Mon, Nov 3, priced at $313 found 4 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Sep 24 - Sat, Sep 27
SMF
Sacramento
MDW
Chicago
$317 Roundtrip, just found
$317
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from Sacramento to Chicago, returning Sat, Sep 27, priced at $317 just found
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 21
SMF
Sacramento
MDW
Chicago
$322 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$322
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 16 from Sacramento to Chicago, returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $322 found 2 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Sep 24 - Sat, Sep 27
SMF
Sacramento
MDW
Chicago
$323 Roundtrip, just found
$323
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from Sacramento to Chicago, returning Sat, Sep 27, priced at $323 just found
Delta
Wed, Sep 24 - Sat, Sep 27
SMF
Sacramento
MDW
Chicago
$337 Roundtrip, just found
$337
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from Sacramento to Chicago, returning Sat, Sep 27, priced at $337 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento (SMF) to Chicago (MDW)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $140 - $773 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Chicago

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to O'Hare Intl. ORD. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 23 minutes. Flights from $288
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center23 min
Flights from $288
Flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Chicago (MDW)
Origin airport
Sacramento Intl.
Destination airport
Midway Intl.
Airlines serving
Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines
Roundtrip price
$268
Distance
1786 mi
Average flight time
6 hours 49 mins

Sacramento to Chicago Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Sacramento to Chicago

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Sacramento to Chicago are during the month of December. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Chicago with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Chicago

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Sacramento to Chicago: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Sacramento to Chicago

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Sacramento to Chicago in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $134 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Sacramento to Chicago flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Sacramento to Chicago airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) cost?
Grab cheap return tickets starting from $337 from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Southwest Airlines flight leaving SMF on August 19 2025 and touching down at MDW. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SMF to MDW?
The cheapest flights from SMF to MDW are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
Catch a nonstop flight with Southwest Airlines and journey straight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SMF to MDW?
Travel from SMF to MDW with Southwest Airlines. This airline currently offers the cheapest one-way fare for this route, starting from $169. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SMF on September 6 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
On average, there's only 1 direct flight taking off from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) each day. If this isn't convenient for you, think about flights with layovers. Simply filter your search results on Expedia to include one stop or more to discover the next best option.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
Flights between SMF and MDW are busiest at 11 AM. For a more relaxed trip and possibly cheaper fares, look for a time outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from SMF to MDW?
Travel on a Friday if you're searching for the biggest selection of flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW).
What is the earliest flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)'s earliest flight to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) takes off at approximately 9:55AM UTC-8. With a total flight time of 3h 55m, you'll arrive at around 3:50PM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
It takes about 3 hours and 55 minutes to fly the 1,800 mi from SMF to MDW.
What airline has the least delays from SMF to MDW?
Consider booking with Southwest Airlines if you'd like to go straight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) without any interruptions. This carrier has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 97%. Want real-time updates? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
To avoid potential delays on the Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) route, fly before 3 PM. Later flights have a 22% higher chance of being canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Chicago from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
Take a direct flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Chicago and land at O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). Another entry point into this destination is Midway Intl. Airport (MDW).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from SMF to MDW right before your trip is generally more expensive. But if there's some wiggle room with your travel dates and times, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SMF to MDW flight and hotel package?
Opting for a SMF to MDW flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your travels all in one place. Pick from our wide range of accommodations and then add activities, flights and car rentals to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
In most cases, you can reschedule or cancel your SMF to MDW flight. However, additional charges may apply, especially if your booking was made over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's fees and guidelines on flight changes, or if you need more details, go to our Customer Service portal.

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