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Cheapest round-trip
$363
Typical prices: $399-$566
Southwest
Sun 1/14Mon 1/29
BUF - SMF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$215
Typical prices: $200-$323
American Airlines
Sat 11/24
BUF - SMF • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Buffalo and Sacramento. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 18% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Cheapest • Avg $372 (round-trip)
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)
Shortest trip • 7h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Buffalo to Sacramento (BUF-SMF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Buffalo to Sacramento

Thu, Jan 14 - Fri, Jan 29
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6:00 pm - 10:35 pmBUF  Buffalo-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 35m1 stop Chicago Midway
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6:40 am - 4:00 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BUF Buffalo
6h 20m1 stop Chicago Midway
$363Southwest
Fri, Feb 5 - Fri, Feb 19
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3:55 pm - 9:40 pmBUF  Buffalo-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 45m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:55 pm - 7:50 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-BUF Buffalo
6h 55m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$363Southwest
Thu, Feb 4 - Tue, Feb 16
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12:20 pm - 8:15 pmBUF  Buffalo-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:42 pm - 11:22 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-BUF Buffalo
9h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$363Delta
Tue, Feb 2 - Mon, Feb 22
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12:20 pm - 8:15 pmBUF  Buffalo-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:42 pm - 11:22 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-BUF Buffalo
9h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$363Delta
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 5
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6:00 am - 1:00 pmBUF  Buffalo-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:24 pm - 10:41 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-BUF Buffalo
9h 17m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$363American Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Jan 5
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6:30 am - 1:22 pmBUF  Buffalo-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 52m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
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1:02 pm - 10:53 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BUF Buffalo
6h 51m1 stop Denver Intl
$368United Airlines
Fri, Feb 5 - Fri, Feb 19
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3:10 pm - 10:15 pmBUF  Buffalo-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 05m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Ontario
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9:55 pm - 7:50 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-BUF Buffalo
6h 55m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$368Southwest
Thu, Jan 14 - Fri, Jan 29
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5:45 am - 12:50 pmBUF  Buffalo-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 05m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
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6:55 am - 8:10 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BUF Buffalo
10h 15m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago Midway
$373Southwest
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Jan 5
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6:30 am - 1:22 pmBUF  Buffalo-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 52m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
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10:15 am - 10:53 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BUF Buffalo
9h 38m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
$393United Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Wed, Dec 9
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3:00 pm - 8:57 pmBUF  Buffalo-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 57m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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1:03 pm - 10:57 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BUF Buffalo
6h 54m1 stop Denver Intl
$493United Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Buffalo to Sacramento flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Buffalo to Sacramento typically range from $399 to $566. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $363, on Southwest.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Buffalo to Sacramento. It’s 15% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 28% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Buffalo to Sacramento?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Buffalo to Sacramento at $390 round-trip.
•February ($716) and December ($576) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 83% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Buffalo to Sacramento flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$215
Beat the crowds with an average 54% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 61% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Buffalo to Sacramento

When to book flights from Buffalo to Sacramento

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

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Buffalo to Sacramento?

    A nonstop flight from Buffalo to Sacramento takes 00m, covering 2,234 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Buffalo 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Buffalo to Sacramento range from $399 to $566, with an average of $474 over the past 12 months. Anything below $399 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Buffalo 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 $2,070. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Buffalo to Sacramento are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $289, which is 16% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF)?

    Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $60 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Payless

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

    Flights from Buffalo to Sacramento usually depart from Buffalo (BUF) and arrive at Sacramento Intl (SMF).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 34% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 9% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 34% on flights from Buffalo to Sacramento. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $404 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $611, a difference of $207.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 15m, compared with 7h 20m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 7h 20m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between Buffalo and Sacramento?

    Sacramento is 3 hours behind Buffalo (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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.

Your guide to booking Buffalo to Sacramento flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $404, about $207 less than Sunday fares (34% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Buffalo to Sacramento trip for September. Fares historically average $390 round-trip in that month - typically $326 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).

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