Which airports can I use when flying from Lincoln to Sacramento?

Flights from Lincoln to Sacramento usually depart from Lincoln (LNK) and arrive at Sacramento Intl (SMF).

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

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

Which airports do connecting flights from Lincoln to Sacramento pass through?

Most connecting flights from Lincoln to Sacramento pass through Denver Intl (DEN), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

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

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 50% on the Lincoln to Sacramento route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $370 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $728, a difference of $358. 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.

Do I need a passport to fly from Lincoln 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 Lincoln 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 $418 to $1,503. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Lincoln to Sacramento looking right now?

One-way fares from Lincoln to Sacramento are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $174, which is 50% below the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Lincoln and Sacramento?

Sacramento is 2 hours behind Lincoln (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 Lincoln to Sacramento flight?

Round-trip flights from Lincoln to Sacramento range from $370 to $487, with an average of $428 over the past 12 months. Anything below $370 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Lincoln to Sacramento?

United Airlines ($418) and American Airlines ($568) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Lincoln to Sacramento according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Lincoln to Sacramento?

Flights via Denver Intl (DEN) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $513. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Lincoln to Sacramento which airport offers the shortest layover?

Denver Intl (DEN) had the shortest average connection time for Lincoln to Sacramento layovers at 199 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: $370-$487

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$142

Typical prices: $224-$418

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LNK - SMF • 1 stop

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Lincoln to Sacramento

Fri, Sep 18 - Fri, Sep 25

5:10 pm - 10:00 pmLNK Lincoln-SMF Sacramento Intl

6h 50m1 stop Denver Intl

2:25 pm - 11:19 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-LNK Lincoln

6h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$418United Airlines

Sat, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 2

3:15 pm - 10:41 pmLNK Lincoln-SMF Sacramento Intl

9h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

8:50 am - 4:27 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-LNK Lincoln

5h 37m1 stop Denver Intl

$429United Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11

3:02 pm - 11:01 pmLNK Lincoln-SMF Sacramento Intl

9h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:00 am - 12:27 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-LNK Lincoln

5h 27m1 stop Denver Intl

$429United Airlines

Sat, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 2

7:30 am - 5:45 pmLNK Lincoln-SMF Sacramento Intl

12h 15m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl

8:50 am - 4:27 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-LNK Lincoln

5h 37m1 stop Denver Intl

$434United Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11

6:00 am - 5:40 pmLNK Lincoln-SMF Sacramento Intl

13h 40m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl

5:00 am - 12:27 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-LNK Lincoln

5h 27m1 stop Denver Intl

$434United Airlines

Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 4

6:40 am - 6:08 pmLNK Lincoln-SMF Sacramento Intl

13h 28m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles

6:00 am - 10:59 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-LNK Lincoln

14h 59m2 stops Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth

$568American Airlines

Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 4

6:40 am - 6:08 pmLNK Lincoln-SMF Sacramento Intl

13h 28m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles

6:00 am - 10:59 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-LNK Lincoln

14h 59m2 stops Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth

$627American Airlines

Sun, Sep 6 - Thu, Sep 10

5:30 am - 3:59 pmLNK Lincoln-SMF Sacramento Intl

12h 29m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

2:21 pm - 10:59 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-LNK Lincoln

6h 38m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$765American Airlines

Sun, Sep 6 - Thu, Sep 10

5:30 am - 3:59 pmLNK Lincoln-SMF Sacramento Intl

12h 29m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

9:54 am - 10:59 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-LNK Lincoln

11h 05m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$782American Airlines

Recent last minute flight deals from Lincoln to Sacramento

Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 2

9:35 am - 3:11 pmLNK Lincoln-SMF Sacramento Intl

7h 36m1 stop Denver Intl

4:17 pm - 10:59 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-LNK Lincoln

4h 42m1 stop Denver Intl

$547United Airlines

Wed, Aug 26 - Sat, Sep 5

5:00 pm - 9:00 pmLNK Lincoln-SMF Sacramento Intl

6h 00m1 stop Denver Intl

10:50 am - 8:26 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-LNK Lincoln

7h 36m1 stop Denver Intl

$547United Airlines

Wed, Aug 26 - Tue, Sep 1

4:26 pm - 10:48 pmLNK Lincoln-SMF Sacramento Intl

8h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

12:57 pm - 8:26 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-LNK Lincoln

5h 29m1 stop Denver Intl

$547United Airlines

Wed, Aug 26 - Tue, Sep 1

6:14 am - 1:52 pmLNK Lincoln-SMF Sacramento Intl

9h 38m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco

8:55 am - 4:04 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-LNK Lincoln

5h 09m1 stop Denver Intl

$552United Airlines

Wed, Aug 26 - Sat, Sep 5

5:00 pm - 10:59 pmLNK Lincoln-SMF Sacramento Intl

7h 59m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles

8:55 am - 4:04 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-LNK Lincoln

5h 09m1 stop Denver Intl

$552United Airlines

Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 2

5:00 pm - 10:59 pmLNK Lincoln-SMF Sacramento Intl

7h 59m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles

12:57 pm - 8:26 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-LNK Lincoln

5h 29m1 stop Denver Intl

$552United Airlines

Wed, Aug 26 - Sun, Sep 6

11:55 am - 3:11 pmLNK Lincoln-SMF Sacramento Intl

5h 16m1 stop Denver Intl

8:55 am - 4:04 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-LNK Lincoln

5h 09m1 stop Denver Intl

$558United Airlines

Wed, Aug 26 - Mon, Aug 31

6:14 am - 9:37 amLNK Lincoln-SMF Sacramento Intl

5h 23m1 stop Denver Intl

12:57 pm - 8:26 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-LNK Lincoln

5h 29m1 stop Denver Intl

$558United Airlines

Wed, Aug 26 - Fri, Sep 4

2:50 pm - 5:34 pmLNK Lincoln-SMF Sacramento Intl

28h 44m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Los Angeles

6:23 pm - 2:10 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-LNK Lincoln

17h 47m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$560Multiple Airlines

Wed, Aug 26 - Sat, Sep 5

6:39 am - 3:39 pmLNK Lincoln-SMF Sacramento Intl

11h 00m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

11:13 am - 10:50 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-LNK Lincoln

9h 37m2 stops Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth

$613American Airlines

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Price, demand and travel trends for Lincoln to Sacramento flights

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

Round-trip flights from Lincoln to Sacramento start at $418. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $370 to $487. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $418 on United Airlines.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lincoln to Sacramento, it is 14% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 70% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Low season	February
High season	June
Cheapest flight	$142

Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 16% increase in price.

Most popular time to fly with an average 92% increase in price.

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When to book flights from Lincoln to Sacramento

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

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Which airports can I use when flying from Lincoln to Sacramento?
Flights from Lincoln to Sacramento usually depart from Lincoln (LNK) and arrive at Sacramento Intl (SMF).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Lincoln to Sacramento?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Lincoln to Sacramento.
Which airports do connecting flights from Lincoln to Sacramento pass through?
Most connecting flights from Lincoln to Sacramento pass through Denver Intl (DEN), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Lincoln to Sacramento?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 50% on the Lincoln to Sacramento route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $370 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $728, a difference of $358. 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.
Do I need a passport to fly from Lincoln 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 Lincoln 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 $418 to $1,503. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Lincoln to Sacramento looking right now?
One-way fares from Lincoln to Sacramento are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $174, which is 50% below the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between Lincoln and Sacramento?
Sacramento is 2 hours behind Lincoln (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 Lincoln to Sacramento flight?
Round-trip flights from Lincoln to Sacramento range from $370 to $487, with an average of $428 over the past 12 months. Anything below $370 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $370 - about $358 less than Friday (49% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Lincoln to Sacramento trip for December. Fares historically average $348 round-trip in that month - typically $473 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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