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Cheapest round-trip
$543
Typical prices: $456-$711
Alaska Airlines
Sat 12/1Mon 12/10
ANC - SMF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$322
Typical prices: $243-$485
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/5
ANC - SMF • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Anchorage and Sacramento. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • 35% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $531 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 29m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Anchorage to Sacramento (ANC-SMF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Anchorage to Sacramento

Fri, Oct 30 - Wed, Nov 4
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:01 pm - 1:59 pmANC  Anchorage-SMF Sacramento Intl
20h 58m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:03 am - 12:49 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ANC Anchorage
18h 46m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$543Alaska Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 10
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12:40 pm - 1:28 pmANC  Anchorage-SMF Sacramento Intl
23h 48m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 2:11 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ANC Anchorage
20h 56m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$543Alaska Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 28
Delta Logo
2:24 pm - 10:46 pmANC  Anchorage-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 22m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Delta Logo
1:00 pm - 12:35 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ANC Anchorage
12h 35m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$543Delta
Sat, Oct 10 - Thu, Oct 15
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11:34 am - 7:48 pmANC  Anchorage-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 14m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Delta Logo
7:30 am - 3:09 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ANC Anchorage
8h 39m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$543Delta
Thu, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 28
Delta Logo
6:30 am - 4:57 pmANC  Anchorage-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 27m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Delta Logo
9:46 am - 8:41 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ANC Anchorage
11h 55m2 stops Salt Lake City Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$548Delta
Fri, Oct 16 - Wed, Oct 28
Alaska Airlines Logo
11:26 pm - 10:29 pmANC  Anchorage-SMF Sacramento Intl
22h 03m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl San Diego
Alaska Airlines Logo
1:10 pm - 1:36 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ANC Anchorage
25h 26m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$563Alaska Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Wed, Nov 4
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11:26 pm - 11:50 amANC  Anchorage-SMF Sacramento Intl
11h 24m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl San Diego
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:56 pm - 1:37 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ANC Anchorage
7h 41m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$566Alaska Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Mon, Nov 2
American Airlines Logo
8:22 pm - 10:16 amANC  Anchorage-SMF Sacramento Intl
12h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:09 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ANC Anchorage
14h 09m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$653American Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
United Airlines Logo
11:45 pm - 9:47 amANC  Anchorage-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 02m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
1:12 pm - 10:43 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ANC Anchorage
10h 31m1 stop Denver Intl
$676United Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Wed, Oct 21
United Airlines Logo
11:45 pm - 9:47 amANC  Anchorage-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 02m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:35 am - 10:43 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ANC Anchorage
16h 08m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Denver Intl
$739United Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Anchorage to Sacramento flights

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

Round-trip flights from Anchorage to Sacramento start at $543. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $456 to $711. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $543 on Alaska Airlines.

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

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Anchorage to Sacramento, it is 10% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 15% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Expert advice for your flight from Anchorage to Sacramento

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on ANC

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Bill Fink

Bill Fink

Expert on SMF

Bill is an award-winning travel writer with extensive credits covering airlines and the aviation industry for publications including AARP, AFAR, The Points Guy and Yahoo. Based in Portland, Oregon, Bill has traveled to more than 75 countries - and been late for his flight in most of them. He once achieved top-level frequent flier status for all of American, Delta and United Airlines during a single year.

Key details for Anchorage to Sacramento flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$322
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 35% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
Flight from Anchorage to Sacramento

When to book flights from Anchorage to Sacramento

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Anchorage 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 Anchorage to Sacramento flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

    Flights from Anchorage to Sacramento usually depart from Anchorage (ANC) and arrive at Sacramento Intl (SMF).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Anchorage to Sacramento flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in First Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Anchorage to Sacramento?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $531 round-trip via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), compared to $666 for nonstop.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Anchorage to Sacramento?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 9 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Alaska Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-900 Passenger/BBJ3 (winglets) variants.

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

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

    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 79% of one-stop connections
    • Portland (PDX) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 2% of one-stop connections

    Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 22% on the Anchorage to Sacramento route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $500 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $641, a difference of $141. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • 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.

  • How long is a flight from Anchorage to Sacramento?

    A nonstop flight from Anchorage to Sacramento takes 0h 00m, covering 1,969 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Anchorage 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.

  • Have flight prices from Anchorage 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 $543 to $2,897. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Anchorage to Sacramento are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $413, which is 28% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Portland (PDX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 29m, compared with 7h 46m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) and 8h 29m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

  • What is the time difference between Anchorage and Sacramento?

    Sacramento is 1 hour ahead of Anchorage (Pacific Time vs Alaska Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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

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

    Round-trip flights from Anchorage to Sacramento range from $456 to $711, with an average of $555 over the past 12 months. Anything below $456 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Anchorage to Sacramento flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Monday flights average $500 - about $141 less than Tuesday (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Anchorage to Sacramento trip for February. Fares historically average $363 round-trip in that month - typically $335 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Airport (LAS) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $531 round-trip on this route - about $135 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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