Travelling from Sacramento to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW): What you need to know
Your adventure will begin at Sacramento International Airport (SMF), the main airport in Sacramento. Search for flights from Sacramento to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) that depart from this terminal.
The average time for a direct Sacramento to Chicago Midway International Airport flight is 3 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-6, which is two hours ahead of Sacramento. Chicago Midway International Airport is located in Chicago.
The most popular route is from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), with 11 direct services every week. If you're ready to head out sooner, the earliest flight from SMF to MDW is the 5:30am Southwest Airlines option. If you need some extra time before takeoff, the final departure is at 3:20pm with Southwest Airlines.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Sacramento to MDW. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're getting away during a peak month like July, get to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Expect lines to be longer during holiday periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Get to your destination in one go from Sacramento International Airport (SMF). Nonstop flights from Sacramento to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) can be booked from here.
Southwest Airlines is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Sacramento to Chicago Midway International Airport taking off from SMF.
Southwest Airlines is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from SMF to MDW.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 76.87% of its services arriving as planned.
SMF is about 19 kilometres from central Sacramento. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
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Sacramento International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from SMF reach their destination on time.
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Metropolitan Airport (SCK)
You can arrive at SCK from the centre of Sacramento in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 72 kilometres or so.
Get your trip started early by booking a night near Stockton Metropolitan Airport before your Sacramento to MDW flight. Convenient stays include Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast by IHG and Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton.
Stockton Metropolitan Airport has an on-time performance rate of 59%. This figure provides insight into how often flights departing from this airport arrive on time.
SCK is located at 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
About Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Sacramento to Chicago Midway International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near MDW:
Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your Sacramento to Chicago Midway International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Getting from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to central Chicago
From Chicago Midway International Airport, central Chicago is around 16 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport takes about 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
At the moment, R 2,948 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sacramento to Chicago Midway International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 5,896. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from Sacramento to MDW, book your ticket three months before your departure date.
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The best time to fly from Sacramento to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
November is the quietest month for flights from Sacramento to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Chicago based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Sacramento to MDW plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
For 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
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Chicago right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Sacramento to Chicago Midway International Airport:
Your visit to Chicago isn't complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions you can't miss include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. About 257 kilometres southeast of Chicago, a trip to Indianapolis will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
Around 137 kilometres north of Chicago, Milwaukee is another essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo.
