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Cheapest round-trip
$247
Typical prices: $332-$473
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Sat 10/10Mon 10/12
AUS - SMF • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$272
Typical prices: $403-$1,241
Southwest
Fri 10/9Sun 10/11
AUS - SMF • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from Austin to Sacramento (AUS-SMF)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Austin to Sacramento 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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Recent round-trip flight deals from Austin to Sacramento

Sat, Oct 10 - Mon, Oct 12
American Airlines Logo
4:29 pm - 11:09 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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11:59 pm - 8:33 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-AUS Austin Bergstrom
6h 34m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$247American Airlines
Tue, Aug 25 - Wed, Sep 2
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3:41 pm - 11:40 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 59m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth San Diego
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2:58 pm - 11:59 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-AUS Austin Bergstrom
7h 01m1 stop Portland
$252Alaska Airlines
Tue, Aug 25 - Fri, Aug 28
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3:41 pm - 11:40 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 59m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth San Diego
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2:58 pm - 11:59 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-AUS Austin Bergstrom
7h 01m1 stop Portland
$256Alaska Airlines
Thu, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 24
American Airlines Logo
2:34 pm - 6:55 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 21m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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2:59 pm - 10:35 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-AUS Austin Bergstrom
5h 36m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$257American Airlines
Fri, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 6
United Airlines Logo
5:44 pm - 10:29 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 45m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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5:15 am - 1:12 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-AUS Austin Bergstrom
5h 57m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$258United Airlines
Fri, Sep 4 - Fri, Sep 11
United Airlines Logo
5:44 pm - 10:29 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 45m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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1:45 pm - 9:59 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-AUS Austin Bergstrom
6h 14m1 stop San Francisco
$258United Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 13
Southwest Logo
6:40 am - 11:15 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 35m1 stop San Diego
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2:30 pm - 7:45 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-AUS Austin Bergstrom
3h 15mnonstop
$263Southwest
Fri, Aug 28 - Sun, Aug 30
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12:10 pm - 1:45 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-SMF Sacramento Intl
3h 35mnonstop
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5:05 am - 11:55 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-AUS Austin Bergstrom
4h 50m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$263Southwest
Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Aug 26
Delta Logo
7:15 am - 10:41 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-SMF Sacramento Intl
5h 26m1 stop Los Angeles
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11:28 am - 11:32 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-AUS Austin Bergstrom
10h 04m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Los Angeles
$396Delta
Mon, Jan 4 - Wed, Jan 6
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2:30 pm - 9:52 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 22m2 stops Salt Lake City Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:35 am - 9:15 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-AUS Austin Bergstrom
11h 40m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Salt Lake City
$705Delta
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Austin to Sacramento flights

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

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Austin to Sacramento departing in October.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Sacramento from Austin usually cost between $261 and $378 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $247 on American Airlines (Oct 10-Oct 12).

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from Austin to Sacramento clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Austin to Sacramento, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Sunday is the most expensive. Flying from Sacramento back to Austin, the best deals are generally found on Tuesday, with Friday being the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Austin to Sacramento, 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 Austin to Sacramento is April, where tickets cost $260 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and September, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $418 and $398 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Austin to Sacramento, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Austin to Sacramento, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 16% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Austin to Sacramento

 
AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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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.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on AUS

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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February

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$89
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 3% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Austin to Sacramento

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FAQs for booking flights from Austin to Sacramento

  • Where can passengers arriving at Sacramento International Airport rent a car?

    Consider renting a vehicle at the airport if you're a passenger flying into Sacramento International Airport. Available in the rental car terminal are the car rental companies. A complimentary shuttle service runs between the rental center and the airport terminals. The onsite car rentals include Alamo, Avis, Advantage, Dollar, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, E-Z Rent a Car, Payless, Thrifty, National, and Zipcar. For those who want offsite car rentals, Advance Rent A Vehicles offers a shuttle to their site.

  • Where can you take your service animal for a potty break at SMF?

    There are pet relief zones at each terminal for passengers traveling with service animals. The grassy space outside the building's east end is where you'll find the Terminal A pet relieving area. On the first floor, baggage claim, near the southern end of the terminal, is where pets can relieve themselves on the grass patio area. Near the hourly parking lot's northeast corner is a second pet relief area.

  • Are there lactating rooms at Austin international airport?

    Lactating mothers should use the breastfeeding rooms at Austin International Airport. The East concourse has a mother's room close to gate 10. Additionally, the Mamava Lactation Suite provides a private area for pumping or nursing breast milk. Two bench seats, a tiny folding table, power outlets, USB ports, a mirror, and a privacy door are all included in the suite. It is situated in the Barbara Jordan Terminal.

  • Which activities are available at Austin international airport?

    The Austin International Airport offers a variety of activities. The Family Viewing Facility is a public outdoor viewing area with paved parking and picnic tables where you may observe airplanes taking off and landing. The Knot Anymore Massage facility offers chair massages as well. The massage room is located at Gates 7 and 14 of the Barbara Jordan Terminal.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Austin to Sacramento?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Austin to Sacramento was $89 for a one-way ticket and $247 for a round-trip.

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

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Austin to Sacramento. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

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

    Austin airport is called Austin Bergstrom and the only airport in Sacramento is Sacramento Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Austin to Sacramento?

    JetBlue, Delta, American Airlines, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Austin to Sacramento flight route.

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

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Austin to Sacramento flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Austin to Sacramento?

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

  • On which days can I fly direct from Austin to Sacramento?

    There are nonstop flights from Austin to Sacramento on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Austin to Sacramento, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Austin to Sacramento are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $356 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $353 and an overall rating of 7.8.

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

    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 Austin to Sacramento.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Sacramento from Austin 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 Austin to Sacramento?

    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 Sacramento with an airline and back to Austin with another airline. Booking your flights between Austin and SMF 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 Austin to Sacramento?

    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 Sacramento from Austin up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Austin to Sacramento

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $166 or less one-way and $373 or less round-trip.
  • There are pet relief zones at Austin International Airport (AUS) for travelers who are bringing their four-legged companions. They can be found on the ground floor at the far ends of the Barbara Jordan Terminal parking garage.
  • Check out the local artists' paintings that are on display throughout the airport at Austin International Airport. Additionally, catch some live performances by regional musicians on the airport's stage. They perform at six different locations.
  • Sometimes, traveling can be exhausting. Upon arrival, visit the Massage Bar at the Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to receive a foot or chair massage. The massage parlor is in terminal B's airside area.
  • Locate your friends or relatives in the free waiting area if they pick you up at the Sacramento International Airport. With easy access to both terminals, the Free Waiting Area is situated next to the Interstate 5 entrance/exit. Vehicles must always be supervised, and there is a three-hour time limit.
  • Mothers arriving at Sacramento international airport can take advantage of the breastfeeding rooms. The accommodations are located at both terminals after security next to the women's restrooms. The rooms are large and equipped with a chair, a sink, and electrical outlets for pumping.

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Austin to Sacramento

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Austin to Sacramento. 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.
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4216 reviews
7.5Entertainment
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
8.6Crew
7.0Food
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Not having a five hour delay with little notice! The crew was very kind, though, and just as tired as we passengers were. The flight didn't depart until nearly 1 am...and no reason was ever given.

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, May 2026
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Not having a five hour delay with little notice! The crew was very kind, though, and just as tired as we passengers were. The flight didn't depart until nearly 1 am...and no reason was ever given.

The Air hostess were very rude on my flight from Houston to Austin . Their regular communication itself felt a they are shouting at people.

Connecting flight is on time and boarding was a breeze!

It was a perfect flight in all aspects! Both legs!

Boarding process, crew were good. But the seats were so uncomfortable that was all I could focus on. I literally had to sit forward so that all 3 of us could fit in row. I will try to avoid Southwest in the future for any flights over 60 minutes.

Plane late from DC to Austin 30 minutes. Crew made up much of the time enroute to San Diego.

Fine, but how to board on SW versus othrr airlines, is just lame. Goood staff though and all was solid otherwise.

The crew was nice. Boarding sucked. Instead of loading from the back to the front people just sat wherever and you had to wait for them to move to get to a seat. And the flight was 25 minutes delayed.

I boarded last because of my boarding assignment and was given a middle seat at the back of the plane. I’m 6”1” so it was really tight. I wish I just had a seat assignment instead of a general boarding group. My bag was way at the front and my seat at the back. Was never offered a beverage and had no room to move.

Baggage check in would have been better if the service clerk told the other clerk that she was merging her two long lines of customers with her line so she could move luggage. Instead she only told the customers. When I told the agent and ask if she could direct who is next in line so we weren’t trying to cut in front of each other she said it’s not her problem and she can’t work three lines. I was shocked. Understood that they were working more than their share but some organization so the customers aren’t getting upset at each other would have gone a long way

overall the crew onboarding and providing service during our flight was great; they were friendly and helpful. I said ok to the entertainment because there was none, but the crew explained why which was very helpful. I am a diabetic and the type of snacks are not diabetic friendly (full of carbs and sugar). However, I am always prepared because I know the catering is for the larger population.

Comfortable seats. Nice service online. Short flight, so not a lot of time to enjoy.

delta wifi wouldn’t work boarding was not in sequence flight crew spent most of their time on the phone with the lights off pretending no one wanted or needed anything

flight was delayed 4+ hours. there was really no understanding of why? weather? the last hour of delay was post boarding. pilot seat was broken. was that the real reason? nonetheless, long day of inconveniences.

Extremely disappointed with Delta. They canceled flight last minute and then I rebooked the other flights and with which were delayed as well

Was forced to check in my small carry on, even though I informed the crew it has very fragile items inside

Everything was good until we were boarding our connection flight in Atlanta, we were told to gate check our carry-on, but when we got inside the plane, there was plenty of room in the overhead.

The check in and bag drop off for Sky Priority members is slow. The Clear security was also slow - a TSA issue.

Got on the plane and then needed to deboard the plane because they didn’t have any pilots?

Great experience overall. Check in at Austin was congested as they only have about 6 check in kiosks, one was broken, and there was a lot of Spring Break travelers.

MY FAMILY'S LUGGAGE WAS LOST FROM ROME TO BARI. I WAS THE ONLY ONE THAT RECEIVED MY LUGGAGE FROM ROME TO BARI. AFTER DEPLANING IN BARI, WE WASTED A LOT OF TIME AT BAG CLAIMS LOST AND FOUND REPORTING THE CLAIM AND PLEADING FOR THE BAGS TO BE DELIVERED THE NEXT DAY. WE WERE TOLD THAT IT TAKES 3 DAYS MINIMUM TO DELIVER. MY DAUGHTER AND MY GIRLFRIEND NEEDED THEIR PERSONAL THINGS AND WE WERE STAYING 3 HOURS AWAY FROM THE BARI AIRPORT. WE HAD TO DRIVE 3 HOURS TO THE AIRPORT TO COLLECT OUR LOST LUGGAGE THE NEXT DAY. WE ARE NOT HAPPY WITH THE EXPERIENCE

Unbelievably poor service from flight attendants. They didn’t even do water service on a four hour flight. Just disrespectful.

We were given vouchers we couldn’t use with a 5.5 hour delay

Food choices were very limited. Taste of the dishes was average.

I was refused to used the toilet closes to my seat and had to go to the back of the plane .. it was difficult for me I’m a wheelchair customer

On time every leg of the journey and exceptional staff at counter, gate, and on board. I haven’t travelled in US for a long time and was genuinely surprised how pleasant this was.

The lady who gave me my boarding pass for check in was extremely rude.

Small plane (and thus a bumpy ride), small seats (and a large man next to me), absolutely terrible wifi, and no food options to speak of.

Plane was older and terribly uncomfortable but the leg room was good!

Flight was well orchestrated, made up time despite circling a bit all good on United. Travelers can just be so into themselves that common courtesy has gone out window for some, but that’s not on United.

It was good overall but when I book my flight and seat through Kayak, AA will at times change those seats during check-in time which I don’t understand why. I always book aisle seats and had to sit at window for my flight to Austin this trip.

Nothing, I wont be flying American Airlines again and will not be recommending anyone to fly American Airlines. It was the worst experience flying I've ever had.

Short hop but nice crew, efficient processes and all very timely

The TSA check in took 1.5 hours to get through in Austin and I missed my flights back to DC

did not have enough meal for first class passengers so offer us snack

AA did not allow to board a flight because my connecting flight from DFW had been canceled. I got on another flight to another city. No service on the plane and I did not use their entertainment system.

After we landed we sat on the tarmac for 1.5 hours waiting to get to our gate. Ridiculous.

Loved the staff, boarding and drink options! Wish the comfort of the seat could have been better nevertheless

Flflight crew were amazing, kind, and considerate. Fofood choices were limited, and didn’t have a variation.

We were an hour delayed. When we arrived at LAX we La fed I. The international terminal which was about a twenty minute walk to the baggage claim. I was walking with a few passengers and we couldn’t believe what we had to go through to retrieve our bags. With the delay and the long walk to baggage claim I ended up being late for work.

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