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Cheapest round-trip
$276
Typical prices: $359-$492
Southwest
Fri 2/2Fri 2/16
MKE - SMF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$168
Typical prices: $169-$348
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/1
MKE - SMF • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Milwaukee and Sacramento. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
6 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 6 weeks in advance save around 56% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 17% price drop
February
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Cheapest • Avg $332 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 6h 26m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Milwaukee to Sacramento (MKE-SMF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Milwaukee to Sacramento

Tue, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 16
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10:40 am - 4:55 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:05 am - 2:20 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
7h 15m1 stop Dallas Love Field
$276Southwest
Tue, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 16
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6:00 am - 12:35 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 35m1 stop Chicago Midway
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1:20 pm - 11:15 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
7h 55m2 stops Long Beach Municipal Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$282Southwest
Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2
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6:58 pm - 2:28 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-SMF Sacramento Intl
21h 30m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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12:04 pm - 9:16 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
19h 12m2 stops Denver Intl Orlando
$359Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Mon, Oct 12
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5:50 pm - 9:59 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 09m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:25 pm - 10:59 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
6h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$377United Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 13
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3:20 pm - 8:26 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 06m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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6:13 am - 2:30 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
6h 17m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$377Delta
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
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3:20 pm - 8:26 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 06m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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6:13 am - 2:30 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
6h 17m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$377Delta
Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14
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12:28 pm - 8:18 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 50m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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10:59 pm - 7:48 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
6h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$377American Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Mon, Oct 19
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2:36 pm - 10:30 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 54m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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11:59 pm - 11:31 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
9h 32m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$377American Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14
United Airlines Logo
5:45 pm - 10:29 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 44m1 stop Denver Intl
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12:01 pm - 10:15 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
8h 14m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl
$382United Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
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4:31 pm - 10:06 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 35m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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6:56 pm - 3:33 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
18h 37m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$394Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Milwaukee to Sacramento flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Milwaukee to Sacramento with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Sacramento start at $276. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $359 to $492. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $276 on Southwest.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Milwaukee to Sacramento, it is 20% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 18% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Milwaukee to Sacramento at $352 round-trip.
  • July ($532) and December ($478) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 51% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Milwaukee to Sacramento the cheapest?

Flights from Milwaukee to Sacramento are cheapest 6 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 56% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Milwaukee to Sacramento flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$168
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 17% lower on average.
Flight from Milwaukee to Sacramento

When to book flights from Milwaukee to Sacramento

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

    Flights from Milwaukee to Sacramento usually depart from Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE) and arrive at Sacramento Intl (SMF).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Milwaukee to Sacramento:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 13% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Milwaukee to Sacramento route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 32%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $343 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $504: a $161 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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 expensive are last-minute Milwaukee to Sacramento flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 81% above the route average of $425. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Milwaukee to Sacramento?

    A nonstop flight from Milwaukee to Sacramento takes 0h 00m, covering 1,773 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee 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 $275 to $1,069. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Milwaukee to Sacramento are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $220, which is 8% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 26m, compared with 6h 28m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 6h 34m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

  • What is the time difference between Milwaukee and Sacramento?

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

    Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Sacramento range from $359 to $492, with an average of $425 over the past 12 months. Anything below $359 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Milwaukee 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 Saturday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average $343 - about $161 less than Friday (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 6 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 56% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Milwaukee to Sacramento trip for February. Fares historically average $352 round-trip in that month - typically $180 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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