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Cheapest round-trip
$259
Typical prices: $301-$484
Frontier
Wed 9/9Thu 9/24
DTW - SMF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$125
Typical prices: $154-$389
Frontier
Sat 9/12
DTW - SMF • 1 stop
Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $370 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 30m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 37% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 33% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Sacramento (DTW-SMF)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Detroit 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 Detroit to Sacramento

Wed, Sep 9 - Thu, Sep 24
Frontier Logo
7:15 am - 5:28 pm-
13h 13m
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6:23 pm - 11:35 am-
14h 12m
$259Frontier
Wed, Sep 9 - Thu, Sep 10
Frontier Logo
7:15 am - 5:28 pm-
13h 13m
Frontier Logo
6:23 pm - 4:55 am-
7h 32m
$261Frontier
Tue, Sep 1 - Thu, Sep 10
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7:01 am - 12:06 pm-
8h 05m
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6:23 pm - 4:55 am-
7h 32m
$295Multiple Airlines
Fri, Aug 28 - Tue, Sep 1
Southwest Logo
6:55 am - 10:25 am-
6h 30m
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11:50 pm - 10:55 am-
8h 05m
$299Southwest
Fri, Aug 21 - Fri, Aug 28
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3:29 pm - 10:00 pm-
9h 31m
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2:23 pm - 12:14 am-
6h 51m
$299United Airlines
Fri, Aug 21 - Mon, Aug 31
United Airlines Logo
3:29 pm - 9:00 pm-
8h 31m
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2:23 pm - 11:59 pm-
6h 36m
$299United Airlines
Mon, Aug 31 - Tue, Sep 1
American Airlines Logo
5:41 am - 10:10 am-
7h 29m
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5:31 am - 3:59 pm-
7h 28m
$299American Airlines
Fri, Aug 28 - Tue, Sep 1
American Airlines Logo
10:24 am - 2:23 pm-
6h 59m
American Airlines Logo
6:44 am - 6:47 pm-
9h 03m
$299American Airlines
Fri, Aug 21 - Mon, Aug 31
Southwest Logo
5:00 pm - 10:10 pm-
8h 10m
Southwest Logo
11:50 pm - 10:55 am-
8h 05m
$304Southwest
Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 12
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:01 am - 12:06 pm-
8h 05m
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:23 pm - 4:55 am-
7h 32m
$312Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Detroit to Sacramento flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento departing in September.

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Sacramento from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport usually cost between $241 and $380 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $259 on Frontier (Sep 9-Sep 24).

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

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

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Sacramento on a Tuesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to fly from Detroit to Sacramento. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Thursday and avoiding Mondays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento is September, where tickets cost $349 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $819 and $587 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $484 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 37% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 22 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Detroit to Sacramento

 
AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DTW

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Bill Fink

Bill Fink

Expert on SMF

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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Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$125
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 5% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 13% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Detroit to Sacramento

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

  • What is the checked baggage policy for United Airlines?

    When flying with United Airlines, you can check two bags for free if you hold a Premium Plus, Business, or First Class ticket. If you hold a Basic, Plus, or Full Economy ticket, you will have to pay for every bag you check. Your bag must not exceed 62 linear inches, 50 lbs if traveling in Economy or Premium Plus, and 70 lbs if traveling in First or Business Class.

  • Can I rent a car at Sacramento International Airport?

    You can rent a car with much ease at SMF, given that this remarkable airport features a rental car center connected to the airport terminals via a free shuttle. The agencies with locations at the rental car center include Hertz, National, Enterprise, Payless, Zipcar, Budget, Dollar, Avis, Alamo, and Advantage.

  • What is the best public transit from Sacramento International Airport?

    Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) Route 142 buses are the best public transportation from SMF to downtown Sacramento. Available hourly, these buses take roughly 20 to 30 minutes to travel from the airport to downtown, depending on traffic.

  • What are some of the cities I can easily get to from Sacramento International Airport?

    From SMF, you can easily reach plenty of destinations other than just Sacramento. They include Davis, West Sacramento, Woodland, Winters, Esparto, and Capay. If you’d like to travel to these destinations affordably, take a Yolobus bus that serves your destination. Alternatively, rent a car.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento was $125 for a one-way ticket and $259 for a round-trip.

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

    A passport is not required to fly from Detroit to Sacramento.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Detroit to Sacramento?

    Detroit airport is called Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County and the only airport in Sacramento is Sacramento Intl.

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

    Only Delta offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Detroit to Sacramento flight route.

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

    The Boeing 737-900 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Detroit to Sacramento flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Detroit to Sacramento?

    oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Detroit and Sacramento, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Detroit to Sacramento, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Detroit to Sacramento are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $556 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $557 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Detroit 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 Detroit to Sacramento.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Sacramento from Detroit 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 Detroit 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 Detroit with another airline. Booking your flights between Detroit 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 Detroit 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 Detroit 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento

  • Suppose you plan on traveling from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF) onboard a one-stop flight. In that case, you will layover at Las Vegas (LAS) if you travel with Spirit Airlines, Salt Lake City (SLC) if you travel with Delta, and Chicago (ORD) if you make the trip with United Airlines.
  • When flying to SMF, you can carry-on liquids on your flight, regardless of the airline you’re traveling with. You must store the liquids in containers that don’t exceed 3.4 oz. These containers must be stored in resealable, see-through plastic bags with a maximum capacity of one liter.
  • Suppose you want to travel to DTW using public transport. In that case, take a Route 125 or Route 280 bus. Route 125 buses are boarded at the Fort Street-Eureka Road Station, while Route 280 buses are boarded at the Middle Belt South station. If you board a Route 125 bus, you may alight at Evans Terminal or McNamara Terminal. On the other hand, if you hop on a Route 280 bus, you’ll alight at the Evans Terminal.
  • When flying with American Airlines, you can bring one cabin bag and a personal accessory. Other than fitting beneath the seat in front of you, your accessory must be at most 8 x 14 x 18 inches. On the other hand, your cabin bag must fit in the overhead luggage compartment and measure no more than 22 x 14 x 9 inches.
  • If you have limited mobility, you can request wheelchair assistance at DTW. To do so, inform the airline you’re traveling with of your needs at least 48 hours before your flight. If you do so on your travel date, you will be accorded the assistance you need from when you arrive to when you get on your flight.

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