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Cheapest round-trip
$363
Typical prices: $411-$572
Southwest
Sat 9/29Sat 10/6
BHM - SMF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$182
Typical prices: $227-$473
United Airlines
Sun 10/7
BHM - SMF • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Birmingham and Sacramento. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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October
Cheapest • 17% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $407 (round-trip)
Dallas Love Field (DAL)
Shortest trip • 6h 34m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Birmingham to Sacramento (BHM-SMF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Birmingham to Sacramento

Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
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2:30 pm - 10:25 pmBHM  Birmingham-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway
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10:35 am - 8:10 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BHM Birmingham
7h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
$363Southwest
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 6
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6:25 am - 10:25 amBHM  Birmingham-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:05 am - 4:15 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BHM Birmingham
8h 10m1 stop Dallas Love Field
$363Southwest
Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 20
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3:57 pm - 9:59 pmBHM  Birmingham-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 02m1 stop Denver Intl
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1:13 pm - 9:59 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BHM Birmingham
6h 46m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$363United Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Wed, Sep 23
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3:40 pm - 9:00 pmBHM  Birmingham-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:23 pm - 11:25 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BHM Birmingham
7h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$363United Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
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7:30 am - 1:59 pmBHM  Birmingham-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 29m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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11:04 am - 7:33 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BHM Birmingham
6h 29m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$363American Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
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6:25 am - 2:10 pmBHM  Birmingham-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 45m2 stops Dallas Love Field Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:35 am - 8:10 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BHM Birmingham
7h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
$368Southwest
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 6
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5:45 pm - 10:10 pmBHM  Birmingham-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:25 am - 8:45 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BHM Birmingham
10h 20m2 stops Houston Hobby Dallas Love Field
$368Southwest
Tue, Sep 15 - Wed, Sep 23
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3:40 pm - 9:00 pmBHM  Birmingham-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
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10:14 am - 9:59 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BHM Birmingham
9h 45m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Houston George Bush Intcntl
$368United Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
Southwest Logo
5:20 am - 2:10 pmBHM  Birmingham-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 50m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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7:20 am - 3:10 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BHM Birmingham
5h 50m1 stop Dallas Love Field
$368Southwest
Wed, Oct 7 - Mon, Oct 12
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5:40 am - 10:20 amBHM  Birmingham-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
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11:55 pm - 1:10 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BHM Birmingham
11h 15m1 stop Chicago Midway
$368Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Birmingham to Sacramento flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Birmingham to Sacramento start at $363. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $411 to $572. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $363 on Southwest.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Birmingham to Sacramento, it is 11% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 77% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Sacramento at $388 round-trip.
  • December ($606) and July ($597) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 56% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Birmingham to Sacramento flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$182
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 7% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 28% increase in price.
Flight from Birmingham to Sacramento

When to book flights from Birmingham to Sacramento

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

    Flights from Birmingham to Sacramento usually depart from Birmingham (BHM) and arrive at Sacramento Intl (SMF).

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Birmingham to Sacramento.

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 36% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas Love Field (DAL) - 14% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 50% on the Birmingham to Sacramento route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $417 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $827, a difference of $410. 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 Birmingham to Sacramento?

    A nonstop flight from Birmingham to Sacramento takes 0h 00m, covering 1,963 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Birmingham to Sacramento?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Birmingham to Sacramento:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Birmingham 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 Birmingham 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 $363 to $2,242. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Birmingham to Sacramento are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $207, which is 23% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Dallas Love Field (DAL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 34m, compared with 6h 38m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 6h 59m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Birmingham and Sacramento?

    Sacramento is 2 hours behind Birmingham (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 Birmingham to Sacramento flight?

    Round-trip flights from Birmingham to Sacramento range from $411 to $572, with an average of $467 over the past 12 months. Anything below $411 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Birmingham 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 Wednesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $417 - about $410 less than Monday (50% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Birmingham to Sacramento trip for October. Fares historically average $388 round-trip in that month - typically $218 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

Everything you need to know for your flight from Birmingham to Sacramento

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Birmingham (BHM)
Sacramento (SMF)