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Cheapest round-trip
$320
Typical prices: $320-$416
Southwest
Fri 1/26Sun 1/28
ABQ - SMF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$163
Typical prices: $203-$333
Delta
Sat 11/3
ABQ - SMF • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Albuquerque and Sacramento. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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August
Cheapest • 8% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $343 (round-trip)
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)
Shortest trip • 4h 13m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento (ABQ-SMF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Albuquerque to Sacramento

Tue, Jan 26 - Thu, Jan 28
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9:00 am - 2:55 pmABQ  Albuquerque-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
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11:55 am - 5:10 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ABQ Albuquerque
4h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
$320Southwest
Thu, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 14
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6:40 pm - 11:00 pmABQ  Albuquerque-SMF Sacramento Intl
5h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:05 am - 11:50 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ABQ Albuquerque
3h 45m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$320Southwest
Mon, Jan 25 - Thu, Jan 28
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1:45 pm - 6:20 pmABQ  Albuquerque-SMF Sacramento Intl
5h 35m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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11:55 am - 5:10 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ABQ Albuquerque
4h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
$320Southwest
Fri, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 26
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6:41 pm - 11:00 pmABQ  Albuquerque-SMF Sacramento Intl
5h 19m1 stop Los Angeles
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6:18 am - 11:48 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ABQ Albuquerque
4h 30m1 stop Los Angeles
$333Delta
Fri, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 26
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:25 amABQ  Albuquerque-SMF Sacramento Intl
4h 25m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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1:05 pm - 9:11 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ABQ Albuquerque
7h 06m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$345American Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 26
Delta Logo
6:41 pm - 11:00 pmABQ  Albuquerque-SMF Sacramento Intl
5h 19m1 stop Los Angeles
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6:18 am - 11:48 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ABQ Albuquerque
4h 30m1 stop Los Angeles
$345Delta
Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 30
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4:45 pm - 9:59 pmABQ  Albuquerque-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 14m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:15 pm - 7:52 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ABQ Albuquerque
4h 37m1 stop San Francisco
$353United Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 30
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5:30 am - 9:47 amABQ  Albuquerque-SMF Sacramento Intl
5h 17m1 stop Denver Intl
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12:01 pm - 9:00 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ABQ Albuquerque
7h 59m2 stops San Francisco Denver Intl
$358United Airlines
Tue, Jan 26 - Fri, Jan 29
Delta Logo
6:00 pm - 11:45 pmABQ  Albuquerque-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 45m1 stop Salt Lake City
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5:15 pm - 10:57 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ABQ Albuquerque
4h 42m1 stop Los Angeles
$364Delta
Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19
American Airlines Logo
3:04 pm - 8:22 pmABQ  Albuquerque-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 18m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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7:20 pm - 12:13 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ABQ Albuquerque
3h 53m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$421American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Albuquerque to Sacramento flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Albuquerque to Sacramento?

Round-trip flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento typically range from $320 to $416. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $320, on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Albuquerque to Sacramento?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Albuquerque to Sacramento. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 17% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Albuquerque to Sacramento?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Albuquerque to Sacramento at $324 round-trip.
•March ($433) and July ($406) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 33% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Albuquerque to Sacramento flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$163
Beat the crowds with an average 14% drop in travelers.
One-way flight from Albuquerque to Sacramento

When to book flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Albuquerque to Sacramento based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Albuquerque to Sacramento flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento.

  • How long is a flight from Albuquerque to Sacramento?

    A nonstop flight from Albuquerque to Sacramento takes 00m, covering 864 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Albuquerque to Sacramento?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Albuquerque to Sacramento flight?

    Round-trip flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento range from $320 to $416, with an average of $352 over the past 12 months. Anything below $320 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Albuquerque to Sacramento changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $320 to $2,080. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Albuquerque to Sacramento looking right now?

    One-way fares from Albuquerque to Sacramento are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $233.

  • What car rental options are available at Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF)?

    Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Payless

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Albuquerque to Sacramento?

    Flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento usually depart from Albuquerque (ABQ) and arrive at Sacramento Intl (SMF).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento pass through?

    One-stop flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento most commonly connect through:

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 65% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • San Diego (SAN) - 7% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $335 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $412, a difference of $77.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Albuquerque to Sacramento?

    Flying via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 13m, compared with 4h 15m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 4h 37m via Salt Lake City (SLC).

  • What is the time difference between Albuquerque and Sacramento?

    Sacramento is 1 hour behind Albuquerque (Pacific Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Sacramento?

    Some of the most popular sights in Sacramento are Golden 1 Center, UC Davis Medical Center and Sacramento Capitol Park. These are among the most viewed places in Sacramento on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Albuquerque to Sacramento flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Friday flights average $335, about $77 less than Monday fares (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Albuquerque to Sacramento trip for August. Fares historically average $324 round-trip in that month - typically $109 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

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