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Cheapest round-trip
$384
Typical prices: $434-$604
United Airlines
Wed 10/3Sat 10/6
CHO - SMF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$299
Typical prices: $253-$318
American Airlines
Tue 10/16
CHO - SMF • 1 stop
When to travel
January
Cheapest • 31% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $513 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 7h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Charlottesville to Sacramento (CHO-SMF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Charlottesville to Sacramento

Sat, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 6
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6:45 am - 12:06 pmCHO  Charlottesville Albemarle-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:15 pm - 9:51 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHO Charlottesville Albemarle
12h 36m2 stops Los Angeles Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$384United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
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3:30 pm - 8:42 pmCHO  Charlottesville Albemarle-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 12m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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5:10 am - 8:56 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHO Charlottesville Albemarle
12h 46m2 stops Denver Intl Newark
$494United Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Wed, Oct 7
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2:53 pm - 9:36 pmCHO  Charlottesville Albemarle-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 43m1 stop Newark
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6:38 pm - 9:51 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHO Charlottesville Albemarle
12h 13m2 stops Los Angeles Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$494United Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Wed, Oct 7
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10:45 am - 7:42 pmCHO  Charlottesville Albemarle-SMF Sacramento Intl
11h 57m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl San Francisco
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6:38 pm - 9:51 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHO Charlottesville Albemarle
12h 13m2 stops Los Angeles Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$499United Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 6
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10:45 am - 5:46 pmCHO  Charlottesville Albemarle-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 01m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Los Angeles
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6:15 pm - 9:51 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHO Charlottesville Albemarle
12h 36m2 stops Los Angeles Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$499United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
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10:35 am - 5:46 pmCHO  Charlottesville Albemarle-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 11m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Denver Intl
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7:00 am - 8:56 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHO Charlottesville Albemarle
10h 56m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
$499United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
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3:45 pm - 10:41 pmCHO  Charlottesville Albemarle-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:00 am - 6:09 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHO Charlottesville Albemarle
8h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$509United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Charlottesville to Sacramento flights

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

Round-trip flights from Charlottesville to Sacramento start at $384. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $434 to $604. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $384 on United Airlines.

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Key details for Charlottesville to Sacramento flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$299
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 12% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 12% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Charlottesville to Sacramento

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Your Charlottesville 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 Charlottesville to Sacramento?

    Flights from Charlottesville to Sacramento usually depart from Charlottesville Albemarle (CHO) and arrive at Sacramento Intl (SMF).

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

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

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 53% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 8% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 50% on the Charlottesville to Sacramento route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $456 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $910, a difference of $454. 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 Charlottesville to Sacramento?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Charlottesville to Sacramento. Flights with 1 layover take between 7h 39m and 8h 56m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Charlottesville 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 Charlottesville 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 $384 to $990. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Charlottesville to Sacramento are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $386, which is 29% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 39m, compared with 8h 05m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 8h 06m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What is the time difference between Charlottesville and Sacramento?

    Sacramento is 3 hours behind Charlottesville (Pacific Time vs Eastern 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 Charlottesville to Sacramento flight?

    Round-trip flights from Charlottesville to Sacramento range from $434 to $604, with an average of $474 over the past 12 months. Anything below $434 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Charlottesville 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 Thursday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $456 - about $454 less than Monday (50% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Charlottesville to Sacramento trip for January. Fares historically average $328 round-trip in that month - typically $514 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).

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