DEN - SMF

$79 Find Cheap Flights from Denver to Sacramento

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Cheap Flights from Denver to Sacramento (DEN-SMF)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Denver to Sacramento that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Denver to Sacramento

Thu, Aug 21 - Thu, Aug 28
Frontier Logo
9:36 am - 11:10 amDEN-SMF
2h 34mnonstop
Frontier Logo
11:55 am - 3:33 pmSMF-DEN
2h 38mnonstop
$126Frontier
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Mon, Aug 4 - Thu, Aug 7
Southwest Logo
9:30 pm - 11:00 pmDEN-SMF
2h 30mnonstop
Southwest Logo
4:05 pm - 7:25 pmSMF-DEN
2h 20mnonstop
$157Southwest
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Thu, Aug 21 - Thu, Aug 28
Frontier Logo
9:36 am - 11:10 amDEN-SMF
2h 34mnonstop
Frontier Logo
2:56 pm - 9:04 amSMF-DEN
17h 08m1 stop
$161Frontier
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Mon, Aug 4 - Thu, Aug 7
Southwest Logo
8:05 pm - 12:10 amDEN-SMF
5h 05m1 stop
Southwest Logo
7:40 pm - 10:55 pmSMF-DEN
2h 15mnonstop
$167Southwest
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Tue, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 21
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:01 am - 12:16 pmDEN-SMF
6h 15m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
3:36 pm - 11:47 pmSMF-DEN
7h 11m1 stop
$191Alaska Airlines
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Thu, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 27
Alaska Airlines Logo
3:00 pm - 6:58 pmDEN-SMF
4h 58m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:35 pm - 10:31 amSMF-DEN
18h 56m1 stop
$209Alaska Airlines
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Fri, Aug 15 - Fri, Aug 15
Delta Logo
7:20 am - 12:30 pmDEN-SMF
6h 10m1 stop
Delta Logo
5:09 pm - 10:48 pmSMF-DEN
4h 39m1 stop
$217Delta
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Wed, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 6
United Airlines Logo
8:53 pm - 10:29 pmDEN-SMF
2h 36mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
4:07 pm - 7:31 pmSMF-DEN
2h 24mnonstop
$227United Airlines
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Sat, Dec 6 - Mon, Dec 8
Delta Logo
12:45 pm - 4:03 pmDEN-SMF
4h 18m1 stop
Delta Logo
5:15 pm - 10:58 pmSMF-DEN
4h 43m1 stop
$234Delta
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Mon, Nov 24 - Fri, Nov 28
United Airlines Logo
8:05 am - 9:46 amDEN-SMF
2h 41mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
4:00 pm - 7:24 pmSMF-DEN
2h 24mnonstop
$236United Airlines
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Expert advice for your flight from Denver to Sacramento

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
Frontier

Frontier's Economy Bundle includes a carry-on and no change fees.


Pay for bags early online to save on fees.

Read more about Frontierby Stefanie Waldek
United Airlines

Economy Plus offers up to six inches more legroom than standard economy seats.


Purchase Priority Boarding to ensure overhead bin space for your carry-on.

Southwest

Southwest allows two free checked bags up to 50 pounds each.


Set an alarm to check in 24 hours before for a better boarding position.

Read more about Southwestby Blane Bachelor
Airports
DEN

Use the West Security Checkpoint for faster screening; it allows liquids and laptops to stay in bags, saving time during busy mornings.

Read more about DENby Harriet Baskas
SMF

For a quick exit, use rideshare services directly outside Terminal A baggage claim; Terminal B requires a longer walk.

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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Frontier and United Airlines

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Blane Bachelor

Expert on Southwest

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on DEN

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Bill Fink

Bill Fink

Expert on SMF

Bill Fink

Bill Fink

Bill is an award-winning travel writer with extensive credits covering airlines and the aviation industry for publications including AARP, AFAR, The Points Guy and Yahoo. Based in Portland, Oregon, Bill has traveled to more than 75 countries - and been late for his flight in most of them. He once achieved top-level frequent flier status for all of American, Delta and United Airlines during a single year.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Denver to Sacramento flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Denver to Sacramento to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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Planning a trip from Denver to Sacramento? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Denver to Sacramento?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Denver to Sacramento clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Denver to Sacramento, look for departures on Fridays and avoid leaving on a Sunday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Sacramento, Friday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Denver to Sacramento, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Denver to Sacramento is August, where tickets cost $138 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are May and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $282 and $280 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Denver to Sacramento?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Denver to Sacramento, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Denver to Sacramento, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 14 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
High seasonOctober
Cheapest flight$79
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 4% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 14% lower on average.
Flight from Denver to Sacramento

When to book flights from Denver to Sacramento

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Denver to Sacramento based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking flights from Denver to Sacramento

  • Are there any cash machines located at the Denver International Airport (DEN)?

    Yes, the airport has ATMs which are provided by the Canvas Credit Union. The ATMs are strategically placed at Gates A, B, and C and the Jeppesen Terminal. The Canvas Credit Union also has its operations at Level 6 and opens from Monday to Friday between 9 am and 6 pm.

  • Does Denver International Airport have nursing rooms for mothers traveling with their babies?

    Yes, the airport has lactation rooms for breastfeeding mothers located at Level 5 inside the women’s restrooms at the center of Jeppesen Terminal, B Gates, C Gates, and A Gates. The nursing rooms have comfortable seating, a changing table, sink, wheelchair access, and power outlets and are open and available 24/7.

  • Is there a religious facility at the Denver International Airport?

    The airport has an interfaith Chapel and Prayer Hall located at Level 6 East of the Jeppesen Terminal. This Chapel is normally opened from 4 am to midnight every day. The establishment includes an Islamic Masjid as well.

  • Does Sacramento International Airport offer accessibility options?

    The Sacramento International Airport offers several services geared towards increasing the comfort and convenience of travelers with reduced mobility. The airport has Braille signs, TDD telephones, and visual paging. It also has parking spots designated for persons with disabilities and wheelchair-accessible facilities.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Denver to Sacramento?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Denver to Sacramento was $79 for a one-way ticket and $126 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Denver and Sacramento?

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Denver to Sacramento?

    Delta, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Hawaiian Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Denver to Sacramento flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Denver to Sacramento?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Denver to Sacramento flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Denver to Sacramento?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Denver and Sacramento.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Denver to Sacramento?

    There are nonstop flights from Denver to Sacramento on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Denver to Sacramento, Southwest or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Denver to Sacramento are Southwest and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $304 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $327 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Denver to Sacramento?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Denver to Sacramento.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Denver to Sacramento?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Sacramento from Denver is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Denver to Sacramento?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Sacramento with an airline and back to Denver with another airline. Booking your flights between Denver and SMF can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Denver to Sacramento?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Sacramento from Denver up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Denver to Sacramento

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $145 or less one-way and $277 or less round-trip.
  • The Denver International Airport (DEN) is located about 25.9 mi from Denver town and takes approximately 45min to cover the distance. Travelers from Denver city to the Denver International airport can use the A Line and SkyRide bus services offered by RTD to the airport. These transport options have direct access to security screening, baggage claim, baggage check, and airline check in. You can also take a taxi or shuttle to the airport.
  • Denver International Airport caters to passengers who may have a disability by providing parking options located at all the parking facilities owned by the airport. Some of the parking spaces are located at Levels 1, 2, 4, and 5 of the garage and also next to the pick-up and drop-off facilities at the Economy East and West parking lots. The airport also offers elevators, ground transportation, interpreter services, and video relay services.
  • The Denver International Airport also offers currency exchange services through the three World Wide Money Exchange locations at strategic locations in the airport. All three offices operate between 7 am and 7:30 pm on weekdays and between 7 am and 5:30 pm on weekends. The exchange company also offers postage, Western Union Money Transfer, and cash and foreign travelers’ checks for American Express only.
  • Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is located about 10.5 miles the northwest of downtown Sacramento. The airport offers about nine Bank of America ATMs strategically placed all over the airport. These ATMs are also available at the rental car facility and charge about $3 for any individual who is not a Bank of America customer.
  • Once you get to the Sacramento International Airport, there are several options to get downtown especially if you don’t have any prior arrangements made for pick up. The airport has a car rental facility at the rental car terminal. The rental car shuttle is available every 10min outside the terminals. If you would want to rent a car, companies such as Hertz, Budget, National, and Avis are available at the facility.

Prefer to fly direct from Denver to Sacramento?

Find which airlines fly direct from Denver Intl Airport to Sacramento Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Denver Intl to Sacramento Intl

Monday

Air Canada, Copa Airlines, Frontier, +4 more

Air Canada, Copa Airlines, +5 more

Tuesday

Air Canada, Lufthansa, Southwest, +1 more

Air Canada, Lufthansa, +2 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, Copa Airlines, Lufthansa, +3 more

Air Canada, Copa Airlines, +4 more

Thursday

Air Canada, Copa Airlines, Lufthansa, +3 more

Air Canada, Copa Airlines, +4 more

Friday

Air Canada, Copa Airlines, Frontier, +4 more

Air Canada, Copa Airlines, +5 more

Saturday

Air Canada, Copa Airlines, Lufthansa, +2 more

Air Canada, Copa Airlines, +3 more

Sunday

Air Canada, Copa Airlines, Lufthansa, +4 more

Air Canada, Copa Airlines, +5 more

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Direct returns

Sacramento Intl to Denver Intl

Monday

Air Canada, Copa Airlines, Frontier, +4 more

Air Canada, Copa Airlines, +5 more

Tuesday

Air Canada, Lufthansa, Southwest, +1 more

Air Canada, Lufthansa, +2 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, Copa Airlines, Lufthansa, +3 more

Air Canada, Copa Airlines, +4 more

Thursday

Air Canada, Copa Airlines, Lufthansa, +3 more

Air Canada, Copa Airlines, +4 more

Friday

Air Canada, Copa Airlines, Frontier, +4 more

Air Canada, Copa Airlines, +5 more

Saturday

Air Canada, Copa Airlines, Lufthansa, +2 more

Air Canada, Copa Airlines, +3 more

Sunday

Air Canada, Copa Airlines, Lufthansa, +3 more

Air Canada, Copa Airlines, +4 more

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Top 3 airlines serving from Denver to Sacramento

 
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8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4287 reviews
8.6Crew
8.2Boarding
8.0Comfort
7.1Food
7.6Entertainment
Airline reviews

I would have liked to arrive on time - not 5 hours late!

4.0 OkayAnonymous, Apr 2025DEN - SEA
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I would have liked to arrive on time - not 5 hours late!

It was a perfect flight in all aspects! Both legs!

Boarding process, crew were good. But the seats were so uncomfortable that was all I could focus on. I literally had to sit forward so that all 3 of us could fit in row. I will try to avoid Southwest in the future for any flights over 60 minutes.

1.5 hour delay, poor service, no compassion from the crew. Terrible experience

Great flight, 47 passengers on a 180 seat plane. Stewardess was pleasant and cheerful.

Great experience flying Southwest. The crew was really kind and helpful, and very friendly with our toddler.

Our flight was diverted from being a non-stop to getting within 150 miles and requiring another plane. We heard 4 or 5 different versions from SW as to why we had to stop, then wait for a replacement plane. Five hour delay, weather did not come up as a single excuse.... communication was not clear and well explained. No one really took charge!

Plane late from DC to Austin 30 minutes. Crew made up much of the time enroute to San Diego.

I really like open seating. I hate that I've heard this is going away. This is one of the unique things that makes Southwest my goto choice.

Fine, but how to board on SW versus othrr airlines, is just lame. Goood staff though and all was solid otherwise.

Impressed with the service despite turbulence because of the weather. Both flights arrived before their scheduled times.

Great experience…left a bit behind schedule but made up fir that in the air and landed 10 minutes early 😁

Electric plugs didn't work. Entertainment system wasn't working

The design of the light switch on the arm rest is ridiculous.

The gate attendant let me walk right by her with a bag too big for the overhead compartment

Overall, it was a good experience. Boarding was good and there was plenty of overhead bin space for everyone’s carryons (even when we boarded toward the end). Only improvement would be to offer trash service more regularly.

David went above and beyond to make our flight the best that it could be

No food service almost missed because of first flight delays

Had a hard time finding my assigned seat. No attendants to assist.

The negative was the wait at the airport coming back. I checked my bags in, an hour before boarding and I get the notification that my flight was delayed. Rather had gotten the notification while I was at the hotel. Then it was delayed 3 x’s. Ugh!

I never got to experience the flight because they delayed my first flight and I missed this one. Then Frontier didn't want to help me rebook a flight to get me to my final destination.

The Boarding process in Denver was chaotic, and since the line was so long, we were lined up very far from the gate. If there were any announcements from the gate staff, we didn't hear them. The flight attendants were spectacular. The only negative part of the flight was sitting by a 2 1/2 year old who was unruly and unfortunately had parents that matched his behaviors. Also, the restaurants in Denver on the E concourse, they didn't have food (passengers could only order 1 item on the entire menu) or the restaurants had 12-14 people waiting for orders to be prepared and another 6 people waiting to order. If you have a layover in Denver and need to grab food, be prepared to visit the shops with pre-packaged sandwiches, or you can visit another concourse but it may take a while to transit throughout the airport.

Everything went as planned. Crew was great. Seats were still not that comfortable.

they delayed my flight which ended up, causing my layover flight to leave without me, resulting in me missing a flight and having to stay overnight in Houston international. I got no compensation other than a flight to my original location only a day later. i’ve never experienced such a unprofessional situation

The seats were extremely hard and uncomfortable, even for a budget airline.

Boarding was very well executed. Got my bag right away.

Overall experience good. There was no food and seats were not terribly comfortable.

There was nothing to like, flight delayed had to move to different departure areas, disorganized to say the leasr

There were a lot of issues every step of the process. Check in, security, boarding, and dealing with luggage. Plus the money you think you are saving you end up using in hidden fees.

The flight attendant was arguing with a passenger before takeoff. The passenger was frustrated but the flight attendant should have handled it with grace, but instead she was nasty and rude. The seats were comfortable and the flight was uneventful. I wish we didn’t have to pay for drinks or snacks but that’s what you get with a budget airline.

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