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Cheapest round-trip
$359
Typical prices: $348-$497
American Airlines
Mon 12/24Sun 12/30
BTR - SMF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$334
Typical prices: $282-$464
United Airlines
Wed 10/10
BTR - SMF • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Baton Rouge and Sacramento. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 17% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $373 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 6h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Baton Rouge to Sacramento (BTR-SMF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Baton Rouge to Sacramento

Thu, Dec 24 - Wed, Dec 30
American Airlines Logo
5:27 pm - 10:59 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 32m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
2:49 pm - 10:54 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
6h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$359American Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Wed, Dec 30
American Airlines Logo
5:27 pm - 10:59 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 32m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
11:59 pm - 10:07 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
8h 08m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$359American Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Sat, Oct 10
United Airlines Logo
4:07 pm - 10:29 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 22m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
5:15 am - 3:32 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
8h 17m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$359United Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 2
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7:00 am - 12:20 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 20m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
1:20 pm - 9:46 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
6h 26m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$359United Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 28
United Airlines Logo
5:20 am - 12:05 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 45m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
1:28 pm - 9:50 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
6h 22m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$359United Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 28
United Airlines Logo
5:20 am - 12:05 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 45m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 7:43 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
9h 43m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Houston George Bush Intcntl
$364United Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Wed, Dec 30
American Airlines Logo
5:27 pm - 10:59 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 32m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
11:59 pm - 10:07 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
8h 08m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$379American Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 20
Delta Logo
3:49 pm - 10:03 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:05 pm - 9:32 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
14h 27m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$384Delta
Thu, Dec 24 - Wed, Dec 30
American Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 1:57 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 57m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
1:09 pm - 10:54 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
7h 45m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$445American Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29
Delta Logo
10:24 am - 8:16 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-SMF Sacramento Intl
11h 52m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
10:55 pm - 9:39 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
8h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,074Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Baton Rouge to Sacramento flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Baton Rouge to Sacramento with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Baton Rouge to Sacramento start at $359. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $348 to $497. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $359 on American Airlines.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Baton Rouge to Sacramento, it is 17% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 59% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Baton Rouge to Sacramento?

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Baton Rouge to Sacramento at $348 round-trip.
  • November ($665) and January ($579) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 91% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Baton Rouge to Sacramento flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$334
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 38% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Baton Rouge to Sacramento

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

    Flights from Baton Rouge to Sacramento usually depart from Baton Rouge Ryan (BTR) and arrive at Sacramento Intl (SMF).

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Baton Rouge to Sacramento.

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 31% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Baton Rouge to Sacramento route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 48%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $348 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $665: a $317 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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 Baton Rouge to Sacramento?

    A nonstop flight from Baton Rouge to Sacramento takes 0h 00m, covering 1,810 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Baton Rouge 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 Baton Rouge 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 $359 to $1,595. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Baton Rouge to Sacramento are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $465, which is 9% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 39m, compared with 7h 21m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and 8h 51m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Baton Rouge and Sacramento?

    Sacramento is 2 hours behind Baton Rouge (Pacific Time vs Central 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 Baton Rouge to Sacramento flight?

    Round-trip flights from Baton Rouge to Sacramento range from $348 to $497, with an average of $418 over the past 12 months. Anything below $348 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Baton Rouge 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 Sunday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Sunday flights average $348 - about $317 less than Monday (48% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Baton Rouge to Sacramento trip for September. Fares historically average $348 round-trip in that month - typically $317 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).

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