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Cheapest round-trip
$320
Typical prices: $331-$441
United Airlines
Sun 11/11Sun 11/11
ABQ - SMF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$163
Typical prices: $203-$330
Southwest
Sat 11/10
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 • 12% price drop
January
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Los Angeles (LAX)
Cheapest • Avg $343 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 4h 16m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento (ABQ-SMF)

 

Cheap flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 11
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5:20 am - 9:45 amABQ  Albuquerque-SMF Sacramento Intl
5h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:15 pm - 7:38 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ABQ Albuquerque
4h 23m1 stop San Francisco
$320United Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 12
United Airlines Logo
5:20 am - 9:45 amABQ  Albuquerque-SMF Sacramento Intl
5h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
2:15 pm - 10:28 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ABQ Albuquerque
7h 13m1 stop San Francisco
$320United Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Wed, Dec 9
Southwest Logo
6:40 am - 10:20 amABQ  Albuquerque-SMF Sacramento Intl
4h 40m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
Southwest Logo
11:00 am - 5:05 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ABQ Albuquerque
5h 05m1 stop Hollywood Burbank
$325Southwest
Tue, Nov 10 - Thu, Nov 12
Southwest Logo
1:55 pm - 6:45 pmABQ  Albuquerque-SMF Sacramento Intl
5h 50m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Southwest Logo
5:55 am - 11:35 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ABQ Albuquerque
4h 40m1 stop Los Angeles
$325Southwest
Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31
Southwest Logo
10:35 am - 2:30 pmABQ  Albuquerque-SMF Sacramento Intl
4h 55m1 stop Hollywood Burbank
Southwest Logo
5:20 pm - 10:20 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ABQ Albuquerque
4h 00m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$325Southwest
Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 15
United Airlines Logo
4:14 pm - 7:40 pmABQ  Albuquerque-SMF Sacramento Intl
4h 26m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
2:15 pm - 7:52 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ABQ Albuquerque
4h 37m1 stop San Francisco
$366United Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 4
American Airlines Logo
8:41 am - 12:15 pmABQ  Albuquerque-SMF Sacramento Intl
4h 34m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 12:26 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ABQ Albuquerque
4h 56m1 stop Los Angeles
$421American Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Sun, Oct 25
Delta Logo
7:45 am - 12:20 pmABQ  Albuquerque-SMF Sacramento Intl
5h 35m1 stop Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:53 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ABQ Albuquerque
4h 53m1 stop Los Angeles
$550Delta
Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Oct 25
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:25 amABQ  Albuquerque-SMF Sacramento Intl
4h 25m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
4:15 pm - 12:13 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ABQ Albuquerque
6h 58m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$603American Airlines
Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Oct 25
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:41 amABQ  Albuquerque-SMF Sacramento Intl
5h 41m1 stop Los Angeles
Delta Logo
5:37 pm - 11:48 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ABQ Albuquerque
17h 11m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Los Angeles
$808Delta

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 $331 to $441. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $320, on United Airlines.

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, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Albuquerque to Sacramento. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 72% higher.

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Key details for Albuquerque to Sacramento flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$163
Beat the crowds with an average 42% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 25% increase 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?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • 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 $331 to $441, with an average of $368 over the past 12 months. Anything below $331 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 $1,096. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $185, which is 21% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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) - 62% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 6% 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 49% on flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $324 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $633, a difference of $309.

    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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 16m, compared with 4h 20m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) and 4h 39m 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $324, about $309 less than Monday fares (49% 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 $373 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).

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