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Cheapest round-trip
$267
Typical prices: $351-$545
American Airlines
Sun 12/2Wed 12/12
CVG - SMF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$143
Typical prices: $188-$366
Frontier
Fri 10/19
CVG - SMF • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cincinnati and Sacramento. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
16 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 56% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 38% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)
Cheapest • Avg $230 (round-trip)
Salt Lake City (SLC)
Shortest trip • 6h 53m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cincinnati to Sacramento (CVG-SMF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cincinnati to Sacramento

Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 12
American Airlines Logo
5:32 am - 12:54 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
1:44 pm - 12:39 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
7h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$267American Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 12
Southwest Logo
2:30 pm - 6:25 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
6:25 am - 5:55 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
8h 30m1 stop Chicago Midway
$268Southwest
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
Frontier Logo
4:32 pm - 10:57 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SMF Sacramento Intl
21h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
6:19 pm - 4:51 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
19h 32m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$273Frontier
Fri, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 10
Frontier Logo
4:32 pm - 11:10 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SMF Sacramento Intl
21h 38m1 stop Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
11:59 am - 3:22 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
24h 23m1 stop Denver Intl
$284Frontier
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 12
Southwest Logo
7:30 pm - 11:30 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 00m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 4:15 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
7h 15m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
$346Southwest
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 12
Delta Logo
6:15 am - 1:37 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 22m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 3:30 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
7h 00m1 stop Salt Lake City
$385Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 12
American Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 1:58 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 58m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
1:04 pm - 10:59 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
6h 55m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$385American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 11:04 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 04m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 5:04 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
7h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$410United Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 11:04 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 04m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
10:10 am - 10:21 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
9h 11m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl
$420United Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 20
Delta Logo
6:30 am - 12:20 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 50m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Delta Logo
7:18 pm - 6:24 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
8h 06m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$433Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Cincinnati to Sacramento flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Cincinnati to Sacramento start at $267. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $351 to $545. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $267 on American Airlines.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cincinnati to Sacramento, it is 13% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 20% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Cincinnati to Sacramento at $268 round-trip.
  • July ($556) and March ($499) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 107% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Cincinnati to Sacramento the cheapest?

Flights from Cincinnati to Sacramento are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 56% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cincinnati to Sacramento flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$143
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 8% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 8% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Cincinnati to Sacramento

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

    Flights from Cincinnati to Sacramento usually depart from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky (CVG) and arrive at Sacramento Intl (SMF).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cincinnati to Sacramento:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 9% 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 Cincinnati to Sacramento?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 28% on the Cincinnati to Sacramento route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $375 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $519, a difference of $144. 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 expensive are last-minute Cincinnati to Sacramento flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 56% above the route average of $431. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Cincinnati to Sacramento?

    A nonstop flight from Cincinnati to Sacramento takes 0h 00m, covering 1,971 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati 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 $267 to $1,571. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Cincinnati to Sacramento are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $250, which is 10% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Salt Lake City (SLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 53m, compared with 6h 59m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 7h 17m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Cincinnati and Sacramento?

    Sacramento is 3 hours behind Cincinnati (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 Cincinnati to Sacramento flight?

    Round-trip flights from Cincinnati to Sacramento range from $351 to $545, with an average of $431 over the past 12 months. Anything below $351 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Cincinnati 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 Tuesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $375 - about $144 less than Saturday (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 56% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cincinnati to Sacramento trip for January. Fares historically average $268 round-trip in that month - typically $288 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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