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Cheapest round-trip
$297
Typical prices: $409-$612
Delta
Tue 1/16Tue 1/23
CHS - SMF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$131
Typical prices: $238-$363
United Airlines
Fri 11/9
CHS - SMF • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Charleston and Sacramento. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 29% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Houston Hobby (HOU)
Cheapest • Avg $412 (round-trip)
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Shortest trip • 7h 12m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Charleston to Sacramento (CHS-SMF)

 

Cheap flights from Charleston to Sacramento with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Sat, Jan 16 - Sat, Jan 23
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6:00 am - 11:15 amCHS  Charleston-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:00 am - 6:54 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHS Charleston
8h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$297Delta
Wed, Dec 9 - Mon, Dec 14
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9:23 am - 9:51 amCHS  Charleston-SMF Sacramento Intl
27h 28m1 stop Los Angeles
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12:30 pm - 8:38 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHS Charleston
17h 08m2 stops Denver Intl Orlando
$347Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Sun, Dec 13
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9:23 am - 9:51 amCHS  Charleston-SMF Sacramento Intl
27h 28m1 stop Los Angeles
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12:30 pm - 8:48 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHS Charleston
17h 18m2 stops Denver Intl Orlando
$368Multiple Airlines
Sat, Jan 16 - Sat, Jan 23
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:15 amCHS  Charleston-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
11:10 am - 11:56 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHS Charleston
9h 46m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$400Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
American Airlines Logo
3:38 pm - 11:26 pmCHS  Charleston-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 48m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 2:44 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHS Charleston
6h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$401American Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
United Airlines Logo
10:22 am - 8:35 pmCHS  Charleston-SMF Sacramento Intl
13h 13m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
8:20 am - 7:15 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHS Charleston
7h 55m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$406United Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
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10:22 am - 5:46 pmCHS  Charleston-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 24m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
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10:36 am - 11:59 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHS Charleston
10h 23m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
$411United Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 13
Southwest Logo
7:30 am - 1:50 pmCHS  Charleston-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 20m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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1:50 pm - 12:35 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHS Charleston
7h 45m1 stop Houston Hobby
$449Southwest
Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 13
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6:35 am - 1:45 pmCHS  Charleston-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 10m2 stops Nashville Intl San Diego
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5:00 am - 3:25 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHS Charleston
7h 25m1 stop Dallas Love Field
$454Southwest
Wed, Nov 25 - Tue, Dec 1
American Airlines Logo
4:10 pm - 12:04 amCHS  Charleston-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 2:37 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHS Charleston
6h 37m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$468American Airlines

Price, demand and travel trends for Charleston 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 Charleston to Sacramento?

Round-trip flights from Charleston to Sacramento typically range from $409 to $612. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $297, on Delta.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Charleston to Sacramento. It’s 16% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 38% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Charleston to Sacramento at $353 round-trip.
•October ($856) and December ($722) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 142% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Charleston to Sacramento flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$131
Beat the crowds with an average 61% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 75% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Charleston to Sacramento

When to book flights from Charleston to Sacramento

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Charleston to Sacramento:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Charleston to Sacramento?

    A nonstop flight from Charleston to Sacramento takes 00m, covering 2,341 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Charleston to Sacramento range from $409 to $612, with an average of $494 over the past 12 months. Anything below $409 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Charleston 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 $297 to $2,109. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Charleston to Sacramento are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $203, which is 31% 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 Charleston to Sacramento?

    Flights from Charleston to Sacramento usually depart from Charleston (CHS) and arrive at Sacramento Intl (SMF).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 37% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 39% on flights from Charleston to Sacramento. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $419 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $686, a difference of $267.

    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 Charleston to Sacramento?

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 12m, compared with 7h 22m via Houston Hobby (HOU) and 7h 29m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Charleston and Sacramento?

    Sacramento is 3 hours behind Charleston (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 Charleston 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average $419, about $267 less than Sunday fares (39% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Charleston to Sacramento trip for January. Fares historically average $353 round-trip in that month - typically $503 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).

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