Sacramento to Chicago (SMF–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
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 4h 11m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AC, LH, LX | 35 | 319, 738, 739, 7M9, B38M | 3h46-4h15 | Star Alliance | AC, LH, LX | |
| AA American Airlines | 18 | 738 | 3h57-4h27 | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Chicago from Sacramento
| Metric | SMF→ORD | CCR→ORD | STS→ORD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SMF | – | 55 mi | 67 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 81 | 1 | 1 |
| Flight time | 4h 11m | 3h 45m | 3h 34m |
| Departure OTP | 84% | – | – |
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 United Airlines and American Airlines. With 81 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
SMF to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SMF to ORD is about 4 hours 11 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,777 miles (2,860 km). There are approximately 81 weekly flights outbound and 65 return, totaling 146 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Denver, Kansas City and Salt Lake City. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Concord (CCR), Santa Rosa (STS) and Oakland (OAK).