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Find cheap flights from Sacramento to Tucson from $213

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Sacramento to Tucson departing on 6/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Tucson (SMF-TUS)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Sacramento to Tucson that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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2:55 pm - 9:19 pmSMF-TUS
6h 24m1 stop
5:00 pm - 11:44 pmTUS-SMF
6h 44m1 stop
$266Delta
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Tue, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 2
4:20 pm - 10:50 pmSMF-TUS
6h 30m1 stop
1:00 pm - 7:32 pmTUS-SMF
6h 32m1 stop
$296American Airlines
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Thu, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 8
6:00 am - 11:27 amSMF-TUS
5h 27m1 stop
6:33 pm - 10:52 pmTUS-SMF
4h 19m1 stop
$302American Airlines
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Thu, Jun 6 - Fri, Jun 7
6:00 am - 9:38 amSMF-TUS
3h 38m1 stop
5:00 pm - 10:08 pmTUS-SMF
5h 08m1 stop
$356American Airlines
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Thu, Jul 18 - Thu, Jul 25
10:00 am - 8:33 pmSMF-TUS
10h 33m2 stops
8:30 am - 5:12 pmTUS-SMF
8h 42m2 stops
$366Alaska Airlines
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Tue, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 2
5:30 am - 10:25 amSMF-TUS
4h 55m1 stop
5:00 pm - 11:48 pmTUS-SMF
6h 48m1 stop
$384Delta
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Thu, Jun 20 - Thu, Jun 27
7:55 am - 9:08 pmSMF-TUS
13h 13m2 stops
1:16 pm - 5:16 pmTUS-SMF
4h 00m1 stop
$403United Airlines
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Tue, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 2
6:00 am - 3:32 pmSMF-TUS
9h 32m2 stops
9:00 am - 3:55 pmTUS-SMF
6h 55m1 stop
$411Alaska Airlines
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Tue, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 2
12:55 pm - 8:37 pmSMF-TUS
7h 42m1 stop
8:12 am - 1:49 pmTUS-SMF
5h 37m1 stop
$452United Airlines
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Thu, Aug 29 - Sun, Sep 1
2:45 pm - 11:07 pmSMF-TUS
8h 22m1 stop
4:24 pm - 1:47 pmTUS-SMF
21h 23m1 stop
$463Alaska Airlines
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Sat, Jun 1 - Tue, Jun 4

Flights from Sacramento to Tucson - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sacramento to Tucson to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Tucson?

The average price of all flights from Sacramento to Tucson clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Tucson on a Tuesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to fly from Sacramento to Tucson. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Thursday and avoiding Tuesdays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Tucson?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Sacramento to Tucson, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Sacramento to Tucson is January, where tickets cost $312 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and May, where the average cost of tickets is $434 and $424 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sacramento to Tucson?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Sacramento to Tucson, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Sacramento to Tucson, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 70 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Tucson?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the last 72 hours, the best return deals on flights connecting Sacramento to Tucson were found on Delta ($266) and American Airlines ($296). Alaska Airlines proposed the cheapest one-way flight at $213.

Good to know

Low season

June

High season

April

Cheapest flight

$213
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.
Flight from Sacramento to Tucson

When to book flights from Sacramento to Tucson

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sacramento to Tucson based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Sacramento to Tucson

  • What are some of the transportation options to get me from the Tucson International Airport (TUS) to downtown Tucson?

    Passengers can ride aboard the Line 25 bus operated by Sun Tran, that makes this trip in about 48 minutes. For those passengers that would like to take a taxi on this trip, the travel time is around 18 minutes.

  • Where will I find all of the rental car companies at the Tucson International Airport?

    There are about seven different rental car companies that operate at this airport. All of them have customer service desks and vehicles for rent in the rental car center that sits just outside of the east exit of the main terminal. The airport offers signage pointing passengers to this area from both the second level and the baggage claim level of the airport.

  • Where can I meet a rideshare ride at the Tucson International Airport?

    Passengers wishing to meet their ride should exit on the baggage claim level following signage for both ground transportation and app rides. Once outside of the terminal building, cross the first roadway towards the main parking lot, and you'll find your ride on the left side on the first island.

  • Are there any hotels that sit close to the terminal buildings at Tucson International Airport?

    Two hotel options that sit right at the entrance of the airport property on S. Tucson Blvd. include the Four Points by Sheraton Tucson Airport and the DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Tucson Airport, both of which are only about a 10-minute walk from the airport or they both feature a free airport shuttle.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sacramento to Tucson?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sacramento to Tucson was $213 for a one-way ticket and $266 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Sacramento and Tucson?

    A passport is not required to fly from Sacramento to Tucson.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Sacramento to Tucson?

    On your way to Tucson, you’ll fly out from Sacramento Intl. You’ll be landing at Tucson.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sacramento to Tucson?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sacramento to Tucson?

    oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Sacramento and Tucson, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Tucson from Sacramento?

    Phoenix is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Sacramento to Tucson.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Sacramento to Tucson, Delta or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sacramento to Tucson are Delta and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $368 and an overall rating of 8.0, Delta is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $454 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sacramento to Tucson?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Sacramento to Tucson.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sacramento to Tucson?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Tucson from Sacramento is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sacramento to Tucson?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Tucson with an airline and back to Sacramento with another airline. Booking your flights between Sacramento and TUS can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sacramento to Tucson?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Tucson from Sacramento up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from SMF to Tucson

  • Passengers that want to find a good way to get from the downtown Sacramento area to the Sacramento International Airport (SMF) should think about riding on the Line 428 bus offered by Yolobus, that makes the trip to the airport in about 17 minutes.
  • If you are going to be driving your own car to the Sacramento International Airport, two of the cheapest options for parking are the East and West Economy Parking Lots. There is shuttle service from these lots to the airport around every 25 minutes. There are no reservations available in these lots, and all parking is first come, first serve.
  • Mothers that are nursing infants and traveling through the Sacramento International Airport should know that this airport offers a nursing room past the security checkpoints in both of the terminal buildings adjacent to women's restrooms. These rooms offer a sink, a chair, and electrical outlets.
  • If you are making a plan to take a service animal or a pet with you through the Sacramento International Airport, it is good to know that this airport offers four pet relief areas. Each of the terminals has a pet relief area, both pre and post-security. The indoor areas sit adjacent to Gates A1 and B11.
  • Passengers wishing to find a comfortable place to wait for a flight at the Sacramento International Airport should check out the Escape Lounge locations in both terminals. Each of the lounges features of a wide selection of food and beverage choices, complimentary internet, as well as flight information screens.
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Top 3 airlines serving from Sacramento to Tucson

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Sacramento to Tucson. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Sacramento to Tucson? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
DeltaOverall score based on 10745 reviews
8.0Entertainment
7.4Food
8.6Crew
8.2Boarding
7.9Comfort
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There was a loud squeaky sound the whole time we were flying.

6.0 GoodEliza, Apr 2024SAN - LAX
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There was a loud squeaky sound the whole time we were flying.

Everything was great except for the seat. The backrest would not stay in the upright position.

I didn’t not like that I could not select my seat and ended up with the worse seat.

The landing was bad and the hostess came two times and i was sleeping but when she served the person that nexts to me I woke up and she didn’t even asked me if I need any drink or snacks two times!!!!

Plane was late because of a mechanical malfunction and the food listed as available was not. Flight attendants seem over worked and under paid. They just done seem happy. And that can be seen in their faces.

Waited 3 hours on a plane to de-ice due to manpower issues. Waited another hour and a half once we landed because of a gate issue. Missed my connections. Created. A total of 13 hours of delay.

Great, on time departure, friendly and accommodating crew, great leg room, Smith flight

Plane was turned around due to fog half way into the flight, Delta did not properly direct passengers to stay on same flight and instead failed to properly rebook on Alaska

Like most domestic flights in the US, you are basically on your own with this airline when it comes to food, so be sure to purchase meals and drinks ahead of time or expect to arrive starving and dehydrated (like I was).

You need to be a hacker to get the (Free) WiFi

I paid $380 for my one-way ticket from California to Minnesota. The fair did not include online check-in. I received instructions from their app to check in at a kiosk. At the kiosk, the boarding pass would not print until an actual person came to verify that I had a personal item and not a carry-on item, On the plane, the person next to me was drunk and allowed to continue to order alcohol. United is garbage I’d rather fly spirit.

Do not like the feeling of being in the basic economy. Everyone should feel good no matter what.

Terrible! The plane was old and you are required to connect your own device to their Wi-Fi rather than have entertainment options in the back of the seat in front of you. The Wi-Fi went out during the flight and there was only one plug for the devices every two seats. Three out of five surrounding my family did not work. The seats and spaces under them were so small I could not fit my backpack, which I’ve always brought on flights and fit before no problem. The crew were unpleasant and patronizing.

Great! The plane was decently sized and comfortable. The staff was nice and there was great in flight entertainment

Due to one crew member not showing up to work, our flight was significantly delayed causing us to miss our connecting flight in Houston to Mississippi causing us to be delayed by more than 6 hours and missing our event all together. Very disappointing. All because ONE crew member called in sick. United did grant us a $15 meal voucher, which was a small but appreciated concession that I wasn’t able to use because I ordered my lunch and paid for it before applying the concession, and the staff said it was too late to use it. Ugh! We also had a TWO delay coming back from Mississippi, but that was on American Airlines and it was due to weather, so not their fault. Anyway, not at all impressed with United’s handling of our flight and the HUGE disappointment of missing our important family event for our 90 year old mother. All that money and all that stress and emotions for nothing. Having to wait the hour to bring an employee from LAX seemed like something that should not have happened. Why don’t you have a local back-up? Santa Ana is not a little airport in a rural area.

Crew was great and did their best to make us comfortable and captain came out at the beginning to announce why the flight was delayed, weather situation up ahead, and kept us updated throughout the flight.

United WiFi is consistently unusable (it can take 10 mins to load a single web page). If you need Wifi to do work, be prepared to lose half a day of productivity.

Awful. I got stuck next to a person carrying a dog and behind someone with a dog. People need to board these dogs downstairs. The cabin is crowded enough with your pets

Packed in like sardines, very uncomfortable. Sitting the aisle my shoulder was rammed into numerous times by rushing flight attendants. Also flight was very cold.

The plane was delayed 2 hours. The wifi did not work. The seat in first class was not comfortable because the bottom felt like it lost all of its padding. And I did not like when the flight attendant made me wait at my seat to use the bathroom and didn't tell me why. If there were too many people using the 1st Class bathroom, she should have told me to go in the back, coach bathrooms. I guess I have to feel fortunate that they found 2 local pilots to still fly the plane tonight after the original pilots ended up at an airport 60 miles away due to high winds.

All four American Airlines flights I took in last seven days were delayed. Caused me loads of problems, missed meetings, loss of time and money.

American Airlines continues to price it can provide the least comfortable passenger experience in the air. This legacy carrier rivals the budgets for both terrible seats and inadequate amenities. I am a 5’7” woman who is not wider than a coach seat (even on these narrow bodied aircraft). My 3.5 hour flight was terribly uncomfortable because the leg room is inadequate (my knees hit the seat on front of me even when it was not reclined); the seat barely reclines; and the foam padding is worn thin to the extent one can feel the metal supports of the seat. Add to this the fact that the aisle is super narrow, so that the drink cart literally scrapes the arm rest of the aisle seat. It’s basically torture.

Plane took off without me, my stepdad and a dozen other passengers. It went from an hour delay to boarding in 15 montures without notifying anyone. Names were not called overhead. Now I’m missing a day of work and stuck in Charolette overnight paying for a hotel and Ubers out of pocket

Flight from SBP to DFW 1. They rerouted us through PHX 2. Delayed flight out of SBP for 3 hrs so we missed our connection Downgrade on rerouted flight. Back of the plane, center seats, didn't sit together 4. Return flight out of DFW same exact thing. Delayed, missed connection, Downgrade + they lost our luggage! A complete mess.

after boarding on phx to sjd, crew discovered that one of the megaphones was either out of date or not working. It took 90 minutes to get a replacement and do the "paperwork." That is really unacceptable. Why wasn't the megaphone problem discovered before boarding? Is it part of normal maintenance check? who is responsible for checking. How can paperwork take that long? Fortunately, SJD was final destination for most travelers so very few if any passengers had to miss connections.

We are gluten free, there were not any available complimentary gluten free options.

Flight From PHX to CVG was on time, very professional staff

Excellent- plan was barely populated. I cannot remember a flight where I was able/encouraged to stretch out!

Flight attendants used to be nice to people. And any flight over 5 hours should have some kind of food other than tiny pretzels and one drink comped.

just overall disappointing, not a treat to travel these days....paying for Main Cabin Extra was not worth it.

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Sacramento to Tucson found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
6/19Wed
1 stopAlaska Airlines
17h 25mSMF-TUS
$213
6/17Mon
2 stopsUnited Airlines
18h 34mSMF-TUS
$273
6/9Sun
1 stopAmerican Airlines
3h 21mSMF-TUS
$283
6/19Wed
2 stopsAlaska Airlines
23h 51mSMF-TUS
$298
6/16Sun
2 stopsAlaska Airlines
23h 51mSMF-TUS
$337
6/9Sun
2 stopsAlaska Airlines
33h 04mSMF-TUS
$340
6/16Sun
3 stops
34h 29mSMF-TUS
$435
6/9Sun
3 stopsUnited Airlines
15h 21mSMF-TUS
$3,120

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Last minute flights from Sacramento to Tucson

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Sacramento to Tucson that are departing in the next 10 days.
5/15Wed
multi-stopDelta
6h 23mSMF-TUS
5/22Wed
multi-stopDelta
5h 48mTUS-SMF
$596
5/15Wed
multi-stopUnited Airlines
5h 25mSMF-TUS
5/17Fri
multi-stopUnited Airlines
8h 00mTUS-SMF
$615
5/16Thu
multi-stopUnited Airlines
7h 39mSMF-TUS
5/19Sun
multi-stopUnited Airlines
8h 00mTUS-SMF
$620
5/15Wed
multi-stopUnited Airlines
8h 07mSMF-TUS
5/22Wed
multi-stopUnited Airlines
14h 10mTUS-SMF
$688
5/15Wed
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
10h 24mSMF-TUS
5/22Wed
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
12h 06mTUS-SMF
$696
5/16Thu
multi-stopUnited Airlines
5h 25mSMF-TUS
5/20Mon
multi-stopUnited Airlines
17h 02mTUS-SMF
$707
5/15Wed
multi-stopUnited Airlines
8h 07mSMF-TUS
5/17Fri
multi-stopUnited Airlines
26h 53mTUS-SMF
$738
5/16Thu
multi-stopUnited Airlines
7h 39mSMF-TUS
5/19Sun
multi-stopUnited Airlines
17h 02mTUS-SMF
$758
5/15Wed
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
10h 00mSMF-TUS
5/17Fri
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
8h 57mTUS-SMF
$780
5/16Thu
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
10h 12mSMF-TUS
5/20Mon
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
11h 44mTUS-SMF
$790

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