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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Nashville to Sacramento:

• Earliest: departs at 7:45 am and lands at 12:30 pm
• Latest: departs at 8:15 pm and lands at 1:00 am.

The flight takes about 4h 45m.

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

A nonstop flight from Nashville to Sacramento takes 4h 45m, covering 1,911 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Nashville to Sacramento range from $276 to $472, with an average of $359 over the past 12 months. Anything below $276 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 44% above the $359 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $257 round-trip via Houston Hobby (HOU), compared to $528 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-700 Passenger/BBJ1 (winglets) variants.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Nashville to Sacramento flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $193 to $1,331. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Nashville to Sacramento are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $188, which is 17% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flights from Nashville to Sacramento usually depart from Nashville Intl (BNA) and arrive at Sacramento Intl (SMF).

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

• Denver Intl (DEN) - 16% of one-stop connections
• Salt Lake City (SLC) - 15% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 15% of one-stop connections
• San Diego (SAN) - 11% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 45% on flights from Nashville to Sacramento. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $277 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $500, a difference of $223.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only Southwest operates flights between Nashville and Sacramento.

Flying via Lambert-St Louis (STL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 52m, compared with 6h 20m via Ontario (ONT) and 6h 26m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

Sacramento is 2 hours behind Nashville (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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.

Among airlines operating Nashville to Sacramento flights:

• Southwest: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Southwest Airlines does not offer traditional seat upgrades on its flights. Southwest operates on an open seating policy, where passengers are assigned a boarding group and can choose any available seat upon boarding the aircraft. While there are no formal seat upgrades, passengers can opt for EarlyBird Check-In or purchase a Business Select fare to improve their boarding position and increase the likelihood of securing a preferred seat.

Southwest Airlines provides assistance to passengers with disabilities on flights from Nashville to Sacramento. They have a Disability Assistance Line that passengers can contact to request special accommodations, such as wheelchair assistance or help boarding the aircraft. The airline's staff is trained to assist passengers with disabilities throughout their journey, ensuring a comfortable and accessible travel experience.

American Airlines utilizes the Admirals Club Lounge at Nashville International Airport (BNA) for passengers traveling from Nashville to Sacramento. Passengers flying with American Airlines can enjoy the amenities and services offered at the Admirals Club Lounge before their departure, providing a comfortable and relaxing environment to enhance their travel experience.

Yes, American Airlines allows passengers to pre-book seats on flights from Nashville to Sacramento. During the booking process or through the airline's website or mobile app, passengers can select their preferred seats in advance, ensuring they have a specific seat assigned to them before their flight.