Sacramento to Chicago (SMF–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SMF–ORD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and American Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,777 miles in approximately 3h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 72 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AC, LX | 29 | 737, 738, 739, 7M8 | 3h36-4h16 | Star Alliance | AC, LX | |
| AA American Airlines | 28 | 321, 738 | 3h30-4h35 | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Chicago from Sacramento
| Metric | SMF→ORD | SFO→ORD | SJC→ORD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SMF | – | 86 mi | 94 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 18 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 78 | 521 | 16 |
| Flight time | 3h 30m | 4h 6m | 3h 45m |
| Departure OTP | 72% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
SMF: PDT · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Sacramento, it's 8:00 PM in Chicago.
CTA Blue Line runs 24/7 from O'Hare to downtown Chicago (45 min, $5). Taxis use a flat-rate zone system; downtown is around $40–45 plus tip. Ride-shares are typically $30–50.The Airport Transit System (ATS) connects all terminals and parking. Metra commuter rail does not serve O'Hare directly; transfer downtown via Blue Line.
Continental climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and humid (25–32°C) with afternoon thunderstorms. Winters are cold (−10 to −2°C) with heavy snowfall that regularly delays flights December through March.
Spring and fall are mild but unpredictable. Pack layers. Lake Michigan moderates temperatures near the lakefront, but O'Hare sits inland and runs colder.
SMF–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SMF to ORD
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and United Airlines. With 78 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
SMF to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SMF to ORD ranges from 3 hours 30 minutes to 4 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,777 miles (2,860 km). There are approximately 78 weekly flights outbound and 88 return, totaling 166 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
72 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via UDD. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include San Francisco (SFO), San Jose (SJC) and Reno (RNO).