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Cheapest round-trip
$257
Typical prices: $269-$502
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BUR - SMF • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$257
Typical prices: $269-$506
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Sun 10/28Fri 11/2
BUR - SMF • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 1h 27m
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 61% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $233 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 36m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Burbank to Sacramento (BUR-SMF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Burbank to Sacramento

Wed, Nov 4 - Thu, Nov 5
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6:05 pm - 7:30 pmBUR  Hollywood Burbank-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 25mnonstop
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2:10 pm - 3:25 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BUR Hollywood Burbank
1h 15mnonstop
$257Southwest
Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 5
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8:55 pm - 10:25 pmBUR  Hollywood Burbank-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 30mnonstop
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11:30 am - 12:50 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BUR Hollywood Burbank
1h 20mnonstop
$257Southwest
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 17
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9:15 am - 10:40 amBUR  Hollywood Burbank-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 25mnonstop
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5:50 pm - 7:10 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BUR Hollywood Burbank
1h 20mnonstop
$257Southwest
Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 5
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9:00 am - 10:25 amBUR  Hollywood Burbank-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 25mnonstop
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4:35 pm - 5:50 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BUR Hollywood Burbank
1h 15mnonstop
$257Southwest
Tue, Oct 20 - Thu, Oct 22
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7:40 pm - 9:10 pmBUR  Hollywood Burbank-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 30mnonstop
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6:30 am - 7:45 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-BUR Hollywood Burbank
1h 15mnonstop
$257Southwest
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
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4:00 pm - 5:25 pmBUR  Hollywood Burbank-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 25mnonstop
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6:00 pm - 7:15 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BUR Hollywood Burbank
1h 15mnonstop
$257Southwest
Sat, Oct 24 - Mon, Oct 26
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1:25 pm - 2:55 pmBUR  Hollywood Burbank-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 30mnonstop
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8:40 am - 9:55 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-BUR Hollywood Burbank
1h 15mnonstop
$257Southwest
Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Oct 28
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8:10 am - 9:35 amBUR  Hollywood Burbank-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 25mnonstop
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8:55 am - 10:10 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-BUR Hollywood Burbank
1h 15mnonstop
$257Southwest
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
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1:56 pm - 5:08 pmBUR  Hollywood Burbank-SMF Sacramento Intl
3h 12m1 stop San Francisco
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2:15 pm - 7:09 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BUR Hollywood Burbank
4h 54m1 stop San Francisco
$286United Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
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1:56 pm - 5:08 pmBUR  Hollywood Burbank-SMF Sacramento Intl
3h 12m1 stop San Francisco
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6:20 am - 10:04 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-BUR Hollywood Burbank
3h 44m1 stop San Francisco
$328United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Burbank to Sacramento flights

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

Round-trip flights from Burbank to Sacramento typically range from $269 to $502. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $257, on Southwest.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Burbank to Sacramento. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 38% higher.

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

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Burbank to Sacramento at $259 round-trip.
•June ($409) and March ($406) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 57% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Burbank to Sacramento the cheapest?

Flights from Burbank to Sacramento are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 61% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Burbank to Sacramento

 
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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.

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on BUR

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

Key details for Burbank to Sacramento flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$129
Beat the crowds with an average 15% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 35% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Burbank to Sacramento

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

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

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 7:00 am and lands at 8:27 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:55 pm and lands at 10:22 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 27m.

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Burbank to Sacramento?

    A nonstop flight from Burbank to Sacramento takes 1h 27m, covering 358 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Burbank 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 Burbank to Sacramento flight?

    Round-trip flights from Burbank to Sacramento range from $269 to $502, with an average of $332 over the past 12 months. Anything below $269 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Burbank to Sacramento flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 78% above the $332 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Burbank to Sacramento?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $233 round-trip via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), compared to $333 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Burbank to Sacramento?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Burbank to Sacramento?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Alaska Airlines and Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) variants.

  • How are flight departures from Burbank to Sacramento spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Burbank to Sacramento flights, with 38% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 37%, evening flights for 25%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Burbank 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 $257 to $1,240. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Burbank to Sacramento are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $131, which is 37% below 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 starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Payless

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

    Flights from Burbank to Sacramento usually depart from Hollywood Burbank (BUR) and arrive at Sacramento Intl (SMF).

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

    Connecting flights from Burbank to Sacramento most commonly pass through:

    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 55% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 45% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 35% on flights from Burbank to Sacramento. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $299 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $459, a difference of $160.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Burbank to Sacramento?

    Only Southwest operates flights between Burbank and Sacramento.

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

    Flying via San Francisco (SFO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 36m, compared with 6h 53m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

  • 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.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Burbank to Sacramento flights?

    Among airlines operating Burbank to Sacramento flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Burbank to Sacramento flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Burbank 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $299, about $160 less than Monday fares (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 61% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Burbank to Sacramento trip for November. Fares historically average $259 round-trip in that month - typically $150 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Airport (LAS) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $233 round-trip on this route - about $100 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • For this route, you'll depart from Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) and arrive at Sacramento International Airport (SMF). If you're connecting to BUR, take the weekday Burbank Bus from North Hollywood Station (Metro B Line/G Line) or use a taxi if you're short on time.
  • If you're traveling with a child under age 2, ask for early boarding on American Airlines. On Alaska Airlines, families with children under age 2 are placed in Group A.
  • If you're flying from Burbank to Sacramento with a pet, consider Alaska Airlines. Pets can travel in the cabin if space is available, as long as they are at least 8 weeks old and fit in an under-seat carrier.

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