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Cheapest round-trip
$276
Typical prices: $394-$596
Frontier
Sat 12/22Sun 12/30
CMH - SMF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$178
Typical prices: $238-$409
Frontier
Sun 12/9
CMH - SMF • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Columbus Airport and Sacramento. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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December
Cheapest • 23% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Cheapest • Avg $394 (round-trip)
Lambert-St Louis (STL)
Shortest trip • 6h 12m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbus to Sacramento (CMH-SMF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbus to Sacramento

Tue, Dec 22 - Wed, Dec 30
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4:33 pm - 10:42 amCMH  Columbus-SMF Sacramento Intl
21h 09m1 stop Denver Intl
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11:37 am - 3:38 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CMH Columbus
25h 01m1 stop Denver Intl
$276Frontier
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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6:51 pm - 11:30 amCMH  Columbus-SMF Sacramento Intl
19h 39m1 stop Denver Intl
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12:30 pm - 9:38 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-CMH Columbus
18h 08m2 stops Denver Intl Orlando
$357Frontier
Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 9
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12:43 pm - 11:35 amCMH  Columbus-SMF Sacramento Intl
25h 52m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Denver Intl
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5:08 pm - 4:47 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CMH Columbus
20h 39m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$360Frontier
Fri, Dec 18 - Mon, Dec 21
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3:00 pm - 9:05 pmCMH  Columbus-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 05m1 stop San Diego
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5:05 pm - 1:55 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-CMH Columbus
5h 50m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$377Southwest
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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3:17 pm - 8:01 pmCMH  Columbus-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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1:52 pm - 11:25 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CMH Columbus
6h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$377American Airlines
Fri, Dec 18 - Mon, Dec 21
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3:00 pm - 9:05 pmCMH  Columbus-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 05m1 stop San Diego
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12:50 pm - 1:55 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-CMH Columbus
10h 05m2 stops Hollywood Burbank Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$382Southwest
Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 9
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4:56 pm - 9:20 pmCMH  Columbus-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 24m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:20 am - 6:28 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CMH Columbus
9h 08m1 stop San Francisco
$394United Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Wed, Dec 23
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4:56 pm - 9:20 pmCMH  Columbus-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 24m1 stop Denver Intl
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11:53 pm - 11:44 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-CMH Columbus
8h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$399United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
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8:10 am - 1:00 pmCMH  Columbus-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:03 am - 10:25 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CMH Columbus
9h 22m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$399American Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11
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8:41 am - 1:00 pmCMH  Columbus-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:05 pm - 10:54 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CMH Columbus
6h 49m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$449American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Columbus Airport 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 Columbus Airport to Sacramento?

Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Sacramento typically range from $394 to $596. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $276, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to Sacramento. It’s 17% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 18% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Sacramento?

•December is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Sacramento at $362 round-trip.
•January ($706) and February ($674) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 95% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Columbus Airport to Sacramento flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$178
Beat the crowds with an average 27% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 58% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Columbus Airport to Sacramento

When to book flights from Columbus to Sacramento

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Columbus Airport to Sacramento:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Columbus Airport to Sacramento?

    A nonstop flight from Columbus Airport to Sacramento takes 00m, covering 2,052 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Sacramento range from $394 to $596, with an average of $471 over the past 12 months. Anything below $394 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Columbus Airport 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 $276 to $1,490. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Columbus Airport to Sacramento are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $235, which is 20% 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 averaging $60 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Payless

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

    Flights from Columbus Airport to Sacramento usually depart from Columbus (CMH) and arrive at Sacramento Intl (SMF).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • San Diego (SAN) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 9% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from Columbus Airport to Sacramento. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $391 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $556, a difference of $165.

    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 Columbus Airport to Sacramento?

    Flying via Lambert-St Louis (STL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 12m, compared with 6h 35m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 6h 37m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

  • What is the time difference between Columbus Airport and Sacramento?

    Sacramento is 3 hours behind Columbus Airport (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 Columbus Airport 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $391, about $165 less than Saturday fares (30% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbus Airport to Sacramento trip for December. Fares historically average $362 round-trip in that month - typically $344 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).

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