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Cheapest round-trip
$229
Typical prices: $381-$566
Frontier
Sat 9/22Sat 9/29
CMH - SMF • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$117
Typical prices: $203-$413
Frontier
Sun 9/30
CMH - SMF • 1 stop
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 • 20% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA)
Cheapest • Avg $320 (round-trip)
Lambert-St Louis (STL)
Shortest trip • 6h 07m (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, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29
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7:50 pm - 10:40 amCMH  Columbus-SMF Sacramento Intl
41h 50m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Denver Intl
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11:53 am - 3:35 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CMH Columbus
24h 42m1 stop Denver Intl
$229Frontier
Wed, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 29
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4:30 pm - 10:40 amCMH  Columbus-SMF Sacramento Intl
21h 10m1 stop Denver Intl
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11:53 am - 3:35 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CMH Columbus
24h 42m1 stop Denver Intl
$230Frontier
Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30
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4:30 pm - 10:40 amCMH  Columbus-SMF Sacramento Intl
21h 10m1 stop Denver Intl
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11:53 am - 6:55 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CMH Columbus
28h 02m2 stops Denver Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$244Frontier
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
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6:30 am - 12:05 pmCMH  Columbus-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 35m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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6:00 am - 4:02 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CMH Columbus
7h 02m1 stop San Francisco
$372United Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Mon, Oct 5
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1:10 pm - 8:00 pmCMH  Columbus-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 50m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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11:55 pm - 11:45 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-CMH Columbus
8h 50m1 stop Chicago Midway
$377Southwest
Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21
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5:03 pm - 10:29 pmCMH  Columbus-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 26m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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1:10 pm - 11:44 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CMH Columbus
7h 34m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$377United Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Mon, Oct 5
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4:57 pm - 11:34 pmCMH  Columbus-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 37m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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10:57 pm - 9:43 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-CMH Columbus
7h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$377American Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Mon, Oct 5
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4:57 pm - 11:34 pmCMH  Columbus-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 37m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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11:59 pm - 10:49 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-CMH Columbus
7h 50m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$377American Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
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2:16 pm - 8:07 pmCMH  Columbus-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 51m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco
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6:00 am - 4:02 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CMH Columbus
7h 02m1 stop San Francisco
$378United Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27
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8:05 pm - 12:10 amCMH  Columbus-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:45 am - 4:45 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CMH Columbus
8h 00m1 stop Chicago Midway
$395Southwest
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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 from Columbus Airport to Sacramento with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Sacramento start at $229. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $381 to $566. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $229 on Frontier.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to Sacramento, it is 19% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 23% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is 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

$117
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 49% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 5% increase in price.
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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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).

  • 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

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • San Diego (SAN) - 16% 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 Columbus Airport to Sacramento?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 34% on the Columbus Airport to Sacramento route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $371 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $562, a difference of $191. 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 Columbus Airport to Sacramento?

    A nonstop flight from Columbus Airport to Sacramento takes 0h 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.

  • 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 $229 to $2,077. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x 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 $178, which is 43% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 07m, compared with 6h 17m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) and 6h 32m via Chicago Midway (MDW).

  • 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 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 Columbus Airport to Sacramento flight?

    Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Sacramento range from $381 to $566, with an average of $454 over the past 12 months. Anything below $381 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $371 - about $191 less than Monday (34% 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).

Everything you need to know for your flight from Columbus to Sacramento

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Columbus (CMH)
Sacramento (SMF)