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Cheapest round-trip
$173
Typical prices: $360-$479
Frontier
Fri 12/21Mon 1/8
ELP - SMF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$92
Typical prices: $195-$468
Frontier
Mon 11/19
ELP - SMF • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between El Paso and Sacramento. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 37% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $357 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 4h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from El Paso to Sacramento (ELP-SMF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from El Paso to Sacramento

Mon, Dec 21 - Fri, Jan 8
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7:23 pm - 10:42 amELP  El Paso-SMF Sacramento Intl
16h 19m1 stop Denver Intl
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12:11 pm - 6:54 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ELP El Paso
5h 43m1 stop Denver Intl
$173Frontier
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18
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7:16 pm - 11:04 amELP  El Paso-SMF Sacramento Intl
16h 48m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:19 pm - 7:51 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ELP El Paso
24h 32m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$199Frontier
Mon, Dec 21 - Fri, Jan 8
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7:23 pm - 9:08 amELP  El Paso-SMF Sacramento Intl
14h 45m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
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12:11 pm - 6:54 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ELP El Paso
5h 43m1 stop Denver Intl
$207Frontier
Thu, Dec 17 - Wed, Dec 23
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7:23 pm - 10:42 amELP  El Paso-SMF Sacramento Intl
16h 19m1 stop Denver Intl
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11:37 am - 6:28 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ELP El Paso
5h 51m1 stop Denver Intl
$225Frontier
Tue, Dec 22 - Mon, Jan 4
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7:13 am - 12:02 pmELP  El Paso-SMF Sacramento Intl
5h 49m1 stop Los Angeles
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6:01 pm - 11:59 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ELP El Paso
4h 58m1 stop Los Angeles
$396American Airlines
Tue, Dec 22 - Mon, Jan 4
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7:13 am - 12:02 pmELP  El Paso-SMF Sacramento Intl
5h 49m1 stop Los Angeles
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6:01 pm - 11:59 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ELP El Paso
4h 58m1 stop Los Angeles
$404American Airlines
Tue, Dec 22 - Mon, Jan 4
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3:22 pm - 8:13 pmELP  El Paso-SMF Sacramento Intl
5h 51m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:00 am - 12:03 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ELP El Paso
5h 03m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$437American Airlines
Thu, Dec 31 - Sun, Jan 3
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4:35 pm - 10:00 pmELP  El Paso-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 25m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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5:50 am - 11:15 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ELP El Paso
4h 25m1 stop Los Angeles
$462Southwest
Sun, Jan 3 - Wed, Jan 6
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8:25 pm - 11:55 pmELP  El Paso-SMF Sacramento Intl
4h 30m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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5:15 pm - 10:15 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ELP El Paso
4h 00m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$472Southwest
Thu, Dec 17 - Wed, Dec 23
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6:05 am - 12:10 pmELP  El Paso-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 05m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Long Beach Municipal
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5:30 pm - 12:10 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ELP El Paso
5h 40m2 stops San Diego Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$477Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for El Paso 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 El Paso to Sacramento?

Round-trip flights from El Paso to Sacramento typically range from $360 to $479. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $173, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from El Paso to Sacramento. It’s 36% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 13% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from El Paso to Sacramento?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from El Paso to Sacramento at $266 round-trip.
•January ($771) and March ($713) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 189% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for El Paso to Sacramento flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$92
Beat the crowds with an average 46% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 58% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from El Paso to Sacramento

When to book flights from El Paso to Sacramento

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from El Paso to Sacramento.

  • How long is a flight from El Paso to Sacramento?

    A nonstop flight from El Paso to Sacramento takes 00m, covering 979 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from El Paso 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 El Paso to Sacramento flight?

    Round-trip flights from El Paso to Sacramento range from $360 to $479, with an average of $421 over the past 12 months. Anything below $360 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from El Paso 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 $173 to $754. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from El Paso to Sacramento are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $183, which is 50% 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 $59 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Payless

  • Which airports can I use when flying from El Paso to Sacramento?

    Flights from El Paso to Sacramento usually depart from El Paso (ELP) and arrive at Sacramento Intl (SMF).

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

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

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 74% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from El Paso to Sacramento?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 44% on flights from El Paso to Sacramento. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $273 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $479, a difference of $206.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 17m, compared with 4h 42m via Los Angeles (LAX) and 4h 42m via San Diego (SAN).

  • What is the time difference between El Paso and Sacramento?

    Sacramento is 1 hour behind El Paso (Pacific Time vs Mountain 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 El Paso 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $273, about $206 less than Tuesday fares (43% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your El Paso to Sacramento trip for February. Fares historically average $266 round-trip in that month - typically $505 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).

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