Direct flights from Sacramento to Chicago SMF → MDW
Southwest Airlines flies nonstop from Sacramento (SMF) to Chicago (MDW), daily. The flight takes about 4h 11m and covers 1,786 miles (2,874 km). Arrivals run on time 79.9% at SMF and 72.8% at MDW — BTS data for the last three months, counting arrivals within 15 minutes of schedule. Schedule data from 20 July 2026.
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Departure Schedule typical week
Typical weekly schedule · 20 flights per week (~3 per day) · Updated 42d ago
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Frequently asked questions
Is there a direct flight from Sacramento to Chicago?
Yes, Southwest Airlines operates nonstop flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Chicago (MDW).
Which airlines fly direct from Sacramento to Chicago?
Southwest Airlines operates nonstop flights from Sacramento to Chicago.
How long is the flight from Sacramento to Chicago?
The nonstop flight from Sacramento to Chicago takes ~4h 11m (approximately 2874 km).
How often do direct flights operate from Sacramento to Chicago?
Nonstop flights from Sacramento to Chicago operate daily — 20 flights per week (~3 per day).
What is the on-time performance for flights from Sacramento to Chicago?
Arrivals run on time 79.9% at SMF and 72.8% at MDW — BTS data for the last three months, counting arrivals within 15 minutes of schedule.
What days of the week are there direct flights from Sacramento to Chicago?
Direct flights from Sacramento to Chicago operate every day of the week.
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