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$98 Find Cheap Flights from Baltimore to Sacramento

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Cheap Flights from Baltimore to Sacramento (BWI-SMF)

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

Wed, Sep 24 - Tue, Sep 30
Spirit Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 4:19 pmBWI-SMF
11h 19m1 stop
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5:30 am - 12:10 amSMF-BWI
15h 40m1 stop
$197Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 17
Spirit Airlines Logo
8:09 am - 7:20 pmBWI-SMF
14h 11m1 stop
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5:30 am - 12:10 amSMF-BWI
15h 40m1 stop
$209Spirit Airlines
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Thu, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 6
Spirit Airlines Logo
4:34 pm - 11:56 pmBWI-SMF
10h 22m1 stop
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5:30 am - 12:10 amSMF-BWI
15h 40m1 stop
$215Spirit Airlines
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Mon, Jun 30 - Fri, Jul 4
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8:35 pm - 6:49 pmBWI-SMF
25h 14m2 stops
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10:19 am - 4:47 pmSMF-BWI
27h 28m2 stops
Fri, Jul 4 - Thu, Jul 10
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12:49 pm - 9:24 amBWI-SMF
23h 35m3 stops
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9:31 am - 7:39 amSMF-BWI
19h 08m2 stops
Tue, Aug 26 - Tue, Sep 2
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 2:04 pmBWI-SMF
10h 04m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:05 pm - 5:33 amSMF-BWI
31h 28m2 stops
$381Alaska Airlines
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Tue, Aug 26 - Tue, Sep 2
Southwest Logo
3:30 pm - 6:10 pmBWI-SMF
5h 40mnonstop
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11:50 am - 7:45 pmSMF-BWI
4h 55mnonstop
$397Southwest
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Wed, Aug 6 - Tue, Aug 12
Southwest Logo
3:30 pm - 6:10 pmBWI-SMF
5h 40mnonstop
Southwest Logo
6:15 pm - 5:00 amSMF-BWI
7h 45m1 stop
$407Southwest
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Tue, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 25
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:55 am - 7:32 amBWI-SMF
26h 37m2 stops
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 5:12 pmSMF-BWI
7h 52m1 stop
$410Alaska Airlines
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Tue, Jul 8 - Tue, Jul 15
Delta Logo
7:10 am - 11:25 amBWI-SMF
7h 15m1 stop
Delta Logo
6:59 pm - 8:37 amSMF-BWI
10h 38m2 stops
$412Delta
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Expert advice for your flight from Baltimore to Sacramento

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
Spirit Airlines

Opt for the Big Front Seat for extra legroom, available for a nominal fee.


Spirit offers gate-to-gate Wi-Fi, available across all routes for uninterrupted connectivity.

Southwest

Enjoy two free checked bags up to 50 pounds each, perfect for family travel.


Set an alarm to check in 24 hours before for a better boarding position.

Read more about Southwestby Blane Bachelor
Airports
BWI

BWI offers street pricing for concessions, ensuring you pay the same as in town. Arrive early to enjoy shopping, dining, and local specialties.

Read more about BWIby Harriet Baskas
SMF

For quick rideshare access, use the skyway bridge at Terminal B if you have no checked bags, avoiding the outdoor walk.

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Joe Cortez

Joe Cortez is a seasoned managing editor in aviation with over a decade of industry experience. His work has been featured on prominent platforms such as FlyerTalk and TripSavvy, establishing him as a respected voice in aviation journalism.

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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

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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Bill Fink

Bill Fink

Expert on SMF

Bill Fink

Bill Fink

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.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Baltimore to Sacramento flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Baltimore to Sacramento 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 Baltimore to Sacramento?

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

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Sacramento on a Saturday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to fly from Baltimore to Sacramento. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Tuesday and avoiding Fridays for the best deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Baltimore 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 Baltimore to Sacramento is January, where tickets cost $288 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are September and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $452 and $446 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Baltimore 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 Baltimore 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 Baltimore to Sacramento, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 8 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonMarch
High seasonMay
Cheapest flight$98
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 3% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 10% increase in price.
Flight from Baltimore to Sacramento

When to book flights from Baltimore to Sacramento

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Baltimore to Sacramento 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 Baltimore to Sacramento

  • What is the cheapest flight from Baltimore to Sacramento?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Baltimore to Sacramento was $98 for a one-way ticket and $197 for a round-trip.

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

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

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

    When flying out of Baltimore you will be using Baltimore/Washington. You will be landing at Sacramento, also known as Sacramento Intl.

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

    Only Alaska Airlines offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Baltimore to Sacramento flight route.

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

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Baltimore to Sacramento flight route.

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Baltimore to Sacramento are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $504 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 $402 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Baltimore 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 Baltimore to Sacramento.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Sacramento from Baltimore 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 Baltimore 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 Baltimore with another airline. Booking your flights between Baltimore 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 Baltimore 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 Baltimore 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 Baltimore to Sacramento

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $249 or less one-way and $516 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Baltimore to Sacramento?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Baltimore/Washington to Sacramento Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from Baltimore/Washington Airport to Sacramento Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Baltimore/Washington to Sacramento Intl

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Direct returns

Sacramento Intl to Baltimore/Washington

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Baltimore to Sacramento

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Baltimore 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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8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4278 reviews
8.6Crew
7.6Entertainment
7.1Food
8.2Boarding
8.0Comfort
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Southwest is typically delayed, and it gets wearisome. It is no longer a discount airline and you get way less than you pay for when it comes to comfort and Ce.

6.0 GoodDavid, Jun 2025BWI - COS
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Southwest is typically delayed, and it gets wearisome. It is no longer a discount airline and you get way less than you pay for when it comes to comfort and Ce.

Staff was far less than helpful at all times. Departure and arrival times mean nothing to Southwest. Extremely disappointed, will never fly with them again, and I’ll be sure to share my experience with all.

The seats were a bit cramped and worn, but otherwise okay.

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.

Great flight, 47 passengers on a 180 seat plane. Stewardess was pleasant and cheerful.

Short flight with plenty of open seats. Drinks and snacks were still provided even on such a short flight. <1 hr

Great experience flying Southwest. The crew was really kind and helpful, and very friendly with our toddler.

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.

5 hours of delay that could've been much shorter if Delta had taken the 1 hour delay they imposed on the flight before boarding to run any of the plane checks required for flight to find the hydraulic issue that required nearly 3 hours to fix. $24 of meal credit buys a sandwich and a soft drink. Poor communication within the terminal about what gate we'd be re-boarding from and when we'd be re-boarding.

The entertainment and wifi mostly didn't work on this flight.

Terrible entertainment system - kept freezing and audio kept cutting out. Snacks were mediocre at best for a 5 hour flight.

I am still upset that my bag was lost on a recent trip to Rome ; we were inconvenienced and out €150 Euros ; delta has refused to reimburse us

This had nothing to do with Delta… The flights were on time and flawless. The service was excellent. We purchased seats in (aisle/middle) comfort plus since this was a cross country flight. Unfortunately, the woman seated at the window was 300+ pounds and, as might be expected, covered up about a third of the middle seat also. there was absolutely nothing that Delta could have done about that… I just don’t know what the answer should be. If you purchase a seat, you should should be able to use the entire seat and not just the portion that someone else is not sitting/oozing in. Disappointing…there should be something that could be done….I'm just not sure what solution could be.

Seats are much much more comfortable than United, which is what I usually fly

If I pay extra for "comfort+" I expect leg room where I can stretch my legs. I was seated with an attendant's seat blocking my feet. Knee space was fine but my feet had less room than the non-"comfort+" seats. Also, don't go cheap on food when you have flights of 3+ hours. It's insulting.

Delta was really good about being transparent with why we were delayed it’s just that’s the plane was really old and outdated and a lot of the comfort and amenities we know Delta to have did not shine through

Only one side of the heafphone jack work. Crew was friendly and helpful.

Great. Flight departed early and arrived early. Deplaning and baggage claim ww were quick.

Boarding was mayhem. Late boarding by 15 minutes because of lack of staff (missing 1 flight attendant. We had to wait for an arrival of another plane before we could board). Flight was a little rough, but cannot blame on airlines.

Great experience…left a bit behind schedule but made up fir that in the air and landed 10 minutes early 😁

United out of SFO is having issues with catering so none of our meals were loaded on the plane and no offer of compensation for our tickets purchased was offered.

A bit rush for transit. Food and entertainment are not available

The gate was too far away for the connecting flight

Generally good. The aisles have gotten narrower which can slow down boarding. Flight crew was great! Healthier complimentary snacks would be appreciated. Due to earthquake in San Francisco we had to circle in air space for a bit but then had a smooth landing. I laud the flight crew for their patience ;)

The agents was very rude and they charged me $50 for a carry-on bag saying that it was too big and then I saw someone going on a plane with the same size bag as me

For the most part united was a good experience, how ever when they came by with the snacks and water, they completely passed by my wife and I. As we were in separate rows. On a 5 hr flight we were not offered water

Fantastic crew. Flight was delayed at last minute but we were given updates every 20 minutes and the crew was so friendly and considerate. I miss the touch screens on the back of the seats, wish they would bring that back though.

Awful. Worst airline I have ever been on. Crew were among the rudest people I have ever dealt with. United staff members were rude and disrespectful. My flight was delayed, causing me to miss a connecting flight. I understand things happen, but when staff start lying about what actually happened, that is when I have an issue. Just be honest, really it isn’t that hard. I’m being very honest with this review and I don’t find this difficult what so ever. In fact, because of United Airlines, my Christmas holiday was off to a really rocky start. As someone who has traveled across the world, it has only been United that I have had a truly awful experience.

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

Honestly, I haven’t flown American in years, probably due to the pandemic and my being unable to travel for certain periods in the last two years, but it was a good experience to dig out or obtain a new American Airlines account after many years of traveling for business with American in the past.

Long 5 hour and 45 min flight and only one drink service and cookie snack

One bottle of water and a package of cookies for comfort plus. We had to literally beg a flight attendant for an extra bottle of water later in the flight due to feeling dehydrated.

Flight boarded from Gate 39 at OGG, the farthest gate in the terminal. There were no Hawaiian themed amenities for the flight. The first class service was mediocre at best; I received not special welcome or recognition as an executive platinum member of American Advantage program. The flight attendants were more concerned with their cell phones than saying "thank you" to the passengers as we disembarked. Fortunately, the flight arrived at LAX a few minutes early.

Bigger seats. Board back to front! Disembark front to back!

Extraordinary service in business class, and very good breakfast and snacks. A really lovely flight.

This flight didn’t happen because AA agents didn’t let us board the flight

Kayak boarding information contained inaccuracies that would have not existed if booked directly with American. Paid for preferential boarding, was last to board.

Plane was pretty clean, staff was friendly and helpful, flight left about on time arrived early. Took a long time to board and get off the plane - carry on items didn't have enough room so people had to move all around to find places.

Boarding was a breeze, however, two of the flights that I boarded with Spirit did not have Wi-Fi available.

Very good. Nothing more or less than expected. No complaints.

My experience with the spirit as a first time it was OK, but the seats need a little cushion, the problem I had the most impacted me was when checking in the scales were so off and wrong. It will tell that you would have more weight, which was not true. The scale was say that it had Thirty Eight Pounds, when get in the labels when we send the luggage into the band. It says that it was overweight. I really really dislike that because the scales are not accurate. If I use Spirit and I have that issue again. That will be my last time flying with the spirit, even though I like so much to service the planes, and everything else

hahaha we are delayed for one hour plus.. but thx we arrived San Diego safe

The flight, the pilot, the flight crew, and the ground personnel were all great, despite the sudden and lengthy FAA Ground Stop in Boston, which SPIRIT obviously had nothing to do with and no control over.

Worst airline ever! The guy weighing my bag had his foot on the metal plate and when I called him out on it, I got this stupid little smirk. La is a scam and so is Spirit Airlines. All the flight attendants looked like they hated our flight just as much as we did.

Unclear pricing; ended up being charged an extra $52 just to get onboard

Spirit is awful. Too expensive for what you get. Stop nickel and diming.

Most uncomfortable seating I have ever experienced. And they do not provide any beverage unless purchased. Water was 4.59 a bottle. Same for a soda. A cup of water should be free. I will never fly Spirit again.

would be great to get basic water, soda at least and stop charging for carry ons

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