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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sacramento to Chicago Midway Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM925. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chicago.RM925 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Apr, returning Sat, 25 Apr.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Sacramento International on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago Midway on Sat, 25 Apr, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM925, select.
Chicago.RM995 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Apr, returning Sat, 18 Apr.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Sat, 11 Apr, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Sat, 18 Apr, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM995, select.
Chicago.RM1,003 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Apr, returning Sat, 23 May.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Sacramento International on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago Midway on Sat, 23 May, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,003, select.
Chicago.RM1,003 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 May, returning Mon, 11 May.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Sacramento International on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago Midway on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,003, select.
Chicago.RM1,016 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar, returning Tue, 7 Apr.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Sacramento International on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago Midway on Tue, 7 Apr, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,016, select.
Chicago.RM1,037 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Jun, returning Mon, 15 Jun.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Sacramento International on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago Midway on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,037, select.
Chicago.RM1,154 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Aug, returning Mon, 24 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Sacramento International on Fri, 21 Aug, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago Midway on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,154, select.
Chicago.RM1,208 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Apr, returning Sat, 2 May.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Sat, 2 May, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,208, select.
Chicago.RM1,279 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 May, returning Mon, 11 May.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,279, select.
Chicago.RM1,309 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 May, returning Mon, 1 Jun.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Sacramento International on Thu, 28 May, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago Midway on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,309, select.
Chicago.RM1,309 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Sep, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Sacramento International on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago Midway on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,309, select.
Chicago.RM1,321 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Mar, returning Mon, 30 Mar.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Wed, 25 Mar, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Chicago Midway on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,321, select.
Chicago.RM1,366 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar, returning Tue, 7 Apr.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Tue, 7 Apr, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,366, select.
Chicago.RM1,416 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Jul, returning Tue, 21 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Sacramento International on Fri, 17 Jul, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago Midway on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,416, select.
Chicago.RM1,440 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Mar, returning Tue, 5 May.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Sacramento International on Fri, 6 Mar, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago Midway on Tue, 5 May, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,440, select.
Chicago.RM1,480 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct, returning Wed, 21 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Sacramento International on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago Midway on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,480, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Chicago Midway

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sacramento to Chicago Midway flights are currently cheapest in April.
Mar
from RM1,321
Apr
from RM925
May
from RM1,003
Jun
from RM1,037
Jul
from RM1,416
Aug
from RM1,154
Sep
from RM1,309
Oct
from RM1,480
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Dec
from RM1,953
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Sacramento to Chicago Midway: Alternative routes

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Sacramento to Chicago: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM925
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time3 hrs, 55 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week16

Finding cheap flights from Sacramento to Chicago Midway: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Sacramento to Chicago Midway is RM925. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 55 minutes is the average flight time from Sacramento to Chicago Midway.
Southwest Airlines flies direct from Sacramento to Chicago Midway.
As of March 2026, there are 16 flights per week flying from Sacramento to Chicago Midway.
The cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Chicago Midway is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Sacramento to Chicago Midway Airport on Wednesday, 22 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 55 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chicago Midway but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

Flying from Sacramento to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW): What you need to know

  • Start your trip planning by checking out where you'll catch your flight from Sacramento to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Explore your options for setting off from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) or Stockton Airport (SCK), two of the city's main airports.

  • 3 hours 55 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Sacramento to Chicago Midway International Airport flight.

  • Chicago is two hours ahead of Sacramento. Chicago Midway International Airport is located in Chicago, which runs on the UTC-5 timezone.

  • You can choose from 9 direct flights a week between Sacramento International Airport (SMF) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). This is the most popular route, with Southwest Airlines offering a 5:30am departure from SMF to MDW.

  • For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Sacramento to MDW.

  • With more people on the move during high season, it's smart to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow extra time for delays.

Airports in Sacramento

Sacramento International Airport (SMF)

  • Take the express route from Sacramento International Airport (SMF). Nonstop flights from Sacramento to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) operate from here.

  • When leaving from SMF, you can take a direct flight from Sacramento to Chicago Midway International Airport with Southwest Airlines.

  • The preferred choice for passengers flying between SMF and MDW is Southwest Airlines.

  • Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 72.13% of its services reaching their destination on time.

  • Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Sacramento, SMF can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.

  • Spending the night in a hotel can take the stress out of getting to the airport on time. If you're looking for a place to stay before your flight from Sacramento to Chicago Midway International Airport, consider Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas. It's a short drive from Sacramento International Airport.

  • 82.15% of flights leaving Sacramento International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. With its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of SMF.

  • You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.

Stockton Airport (SCK)

  • You can reach SCK from the centre of Sacramento in approximately 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 3 hours 20 minutes to cover the 88 kilometres or so.

  • Like to add an extra day to your getaway? Consider booking a hotel near Stockton Airport the night before your Sacramento to MDW flight. Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast and Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton are ready when you are.

  • Stockton Airport has an on-time performance of 55.67%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that take off from this airport land at their destination on time.

  • The street address for SCK is 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.

About Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • If you have a late flight from Sacramento to Chicago Midway International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near MDW:

  • Grab a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car and discover Chicago and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Budget are leading providers you can book with here.

  • Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around four weeks ahead of your Sacramento to Chicago Midway International Airport flight.

  • You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.

Getting from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to central Chicago

  • Chicago Midway International Airport to the centre of Chicago is around 14 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.

  • Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • RM459 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Sacramento to Chicago Midway International Airport. A return flight starts at RM925. These prices can change based on demand and availability.

  • To snag cheap flights from Sacramento to MDW, book your ticket three months ahead of your planned departure.

  • August is when you're most likely to land a good deal on a Sacramento to Chicago Midway International Airport ticket. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from Sacramento to MDW is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.

  • Hunt for savings on a flight from Sacramento to Chicago Midway International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'

The best time to fly from Sacramento to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • May is the quietest month for flights from Sacramento to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), while July is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Chicago based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Before locking in your Sacramento to MDW plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Sacramento to Chicago Midway International Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).

More about Chicago

Explore more of the United States

  • You've visited Chicago, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Journey about 257 kilometres south-east to Indianapolis to check off its top sights. From 9-11 Memorial to Lucas Oil Stadium and Eiteljorg Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Milwaukee is another standout destination in the United States and is around 137 kilometres north of Chicago. No trip is complete without seeing Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo.

Plan the rest of your trip from Sacramento to Chicago

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