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Cheapest round-trip
$326
Typical prices: $348-$574
American Airlines
Wed 9/5Sun 9/9
LFT - SMF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$379
Typical prices: $453-$520
American Airlines
Thu 9/27
LFT - SMF • 1 stop
When to travel
September
Cheapest • 39% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $534 (round-trip)
Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH)
Shortest trip • 6h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Lafayette to Sacramento (LFT-SMF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Lafayette to Sacramento

Sat, Sep 5 - Wed, Sep 9
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2:11 pm - 8:31 pmLFT  Lafayette Regional-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 4:29 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-LFT Lafayette Regional
8h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$326American Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Wed, Sep 9
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 12:04 pmLFT  Lafayette Regional-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 04m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
7:49 am - 5:47 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-LFT Lafayette Regional
7h 58m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Houston George Bush Intcntl
$331United Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Wed, Sep 9
United Airlines Logo
12:03 pm - 7:47 pmLFT  Lafayette Regional-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 44m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 5:47 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-LFT Lafayette Regional
9h 17m2 stops San Francisco Houston George Bush Intcntl
$336United Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 22
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2:00 pm - 10:59 pmLFT  Lafayette Regional-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 59m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
10:14 am - 9:02 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-LFT Lafayette Regional
8h 48m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Houston George Bush Intcntl
$430United Airlines
Thu, Sep 24 - Sun, Sep 27
United Airlines Logo
4:10 pm - 10:29 pmLFT  Lafayette Regional-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 19m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
5:15 am - 3:29 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-LFT Lafayette Regional
8h 14m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$439United Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
United Airlines Logo
2:00 pm - 9:02 pmLFT  Lafayette Regional-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 02m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
11:15 am - 9:31 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-LFT Lafayette Regional
8h 16m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$464United Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 22
United Airlines Logo
5:20 am - 12:04 pmLFT  Lafayette Regional-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 44m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
10:14 am - 9:02 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-LFT Lafayette Regional
8h 48m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Houston George Bush Intcntl
$464United Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
United Airlines Logo
12:06 pm - 9:02 pmLFT  Lafayette Regional-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 56m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
11:15 am - 9:31 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-LFT Lafayette Regional
8h 16m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$499United Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
United Airlines Logo
2:00 pm - 9:02 pmLFT  Lafayette Regional-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 02m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
11:15 am - 9:31 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-LFT Lafayette Regional
8h 16m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$499United Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Wed, Sep 30
Delta Logo
3:36 pm - 9:19 pmLFT  Lafayette Regional-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 43m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
9:17 am - 10:13 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-LFT Lafayette Regional
10h 56m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$3,679Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Lafayette to Sacramento flights

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

Round-trip flights from Lafayette to Sacramento start at $326. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $348 to $574. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $326 on American Airlines.

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

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Lafayette to Sacramento at $276 round-trip.
  • May ($612) and December ($602) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 121% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Lafayette to Sacramento flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$326
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 39% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 7% increase in price.
Flight from Lafayette to Sacramento

When to book flights from Lafayette to Sacramento

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

    Flights from Lafayette to Sacramento usually depart from Lafayette Regional (LFT) and arrive at Sacramento Intl (SMF).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Lafayette to Sacramento?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Lafayette to Sacramento.

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

    Connecting flights from Lafayette to Sacramento most commonly pass through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 95% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 5% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 41% on the Lafayette to Sacramento route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $368 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $616, a difference of $248. 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 Lafayette to Sacramento?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Lafayette to Sacramento. Flights with 1 layover take between 6h 15m and 6h 56m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Lafayette 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 are flight prices from Lafayette to Sacramento looking right now?

    One-way fares from Lafayette to Sacramento are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $559, which is 21% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 15m, compared with 6h 56m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Lafayette and Sacramento?

    Sacramento is 2 hours behind Lafayette (Pacific Time vs Central 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 Lafayette to Sacramento flight?

    Round-trip flights from Lafayette to Sacramento range from $348 to $574, with an average of $453 over the past 12 months. Anything below $348 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Lafayette 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 Tuesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $368 - about $248 less than Monday (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Lafayette to Sacramento trip for September. Fares historically average $276 round-trip in that month - typically $336 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).

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

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Lafayette (LFT)
Sacramento (SMF)