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Cheapest round-trip
$132
Typical prices: $282-$427
Frontier
Sat 9/22Sun 10/28
PHX - SMF • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$237
Typical prices: $303-$441
Southwest
Sat 9/15Sat 9/22
PHX - SMF • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Southwest and American Airlines. Average duration is 2h 03m
Direct flights
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 54% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 24% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $190 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 10m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Phoenix to Sacramento (PHX-SMF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Phoenix to Sacramento

Tue, Sep 22 - Wed, Oct 28
Frontier Logo
8:39 pm - 5:28 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
20h 49m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Frontier Logo
7:27 pm - 9:21 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
25h 54m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$132Frontier
Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22
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8:30 am - 5:28 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 58m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Frontier Logo
8:37 am - 7:03 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
10h 26m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$139Frontier
Sat, Sep 12 - Mon, Sep 14
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:13 pm - 6:18 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 05m1 stop San Diego
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8:12 am - 8:34 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
12h 22m1 stop San Diego
$170Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 6
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11:37 am - 5:20 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
5h 43m1 stop San Diego
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2:52 pm - 8:34 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
5h 42m1 stop San Diego
$180Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 15
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:49 pm - 11:40 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
3h 51m1 stop San Diego
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6:52 am - 11:31 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
4h 39m1 stop San Diego
$197Alaska Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
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7:38 am - 11:50 amPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
4h 12m1 stop San Diego
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10:17 am - 3:00 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
4h 43m1 stop San Diego
$197Alaska Airlines
Wed, Sep 23 - Sat, Sep 26
Southwest Logo
7:30 am - 9:30 amPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
2h 00mnonstop
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5:15 am - 7:10 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
1h 55mnonstop
$237Southwest
Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23
Southwest Logo
7:45 pm - 9:45 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
2h 00mnonstop
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6:15 pm - 8:15 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
2h 00mnonstop
$237Southwest
Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 15
American Airlines Logo
5:00 pm - 6:55 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 55mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
9:54 am - 11:56 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
2h 02mnonstop
$297American Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Mon, Sep 7
American Airlines Logo
5:00 pm - 6:55 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 55mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:52 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
1h 52mnonstop
$297American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento?

Round-trip flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento start at $132. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $282 to $427. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $132 on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento, it is 8% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 23% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento?

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento at $268 round-trip.
  • June ($395) and April ($385) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 47% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento the cheapest?

Flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 54% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Phoenix to Sacramento

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Southwest

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Laura Ratliff

Laura Ratliff

Expert on PHX

Laura Ratliff is a New York-based writer and editor. She lives in downtown Brooklyn with her husband and their beloved dogs. Originally from Texas, she now considers New York City her home. She typically spends more than 200,000 miles on a plane each year and stays in plenty of hotels.

Bill Fink

Bill Fink

Expert on SMF

Bill is an award-winning travel writer with extensive credits covering airlines and the aviation industry for publications including AARP, AFAR, The Points Guy and Yahoo. Based in Portland, Oregon, Bill has traveled to more than 75 countries - and been late for his flight in most of them. He once achieved top-level frequent flier status for all of American, Delta and United Airlines during a single year.

Key details for Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$73
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 6% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 15% lower on average.
Flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento

When to book flights from Phoenix to Sacramento

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Your Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What services are available for the people with reduced mobility?

    The airports are committed to making travel accessible for all people, including those with reduced mobility. They have a wheelchair available on all flights, and can provide assistance with boarding the plane and moving through the terminal. They also offer listening devices for those with hearing impairments.

  • How do I get to the city center from Sacramento International Airport (SMF)?

    Getting to the city center from Sacramento International Airport is easy with the express bus service. The bus departs every 30min, and takes about 20min to reach downtown. Express bus service from SMF to downtown Sacramento is provided by Yolobus and Amtrak Thruway buses.

  • Are there pet relief services at the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)?

    The Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) is a pet-friendly airport in the United States. It has an on-site pet relief center that's located outside of terminal 3 and 4. It's a place where you can take your pet to go to the bathroom, drink water, and stretch their legs while you wait for your flight.

  • Is there in-flight entertainment onboard from Phoenix to Sacramento?

    Depending on your airline, yes. Finnair's in-flight entertainment is available to all passengers and offers an impressive selection of movies, TV shows, music, and games. You can even watch your own content on the streaming service, as long as it's in one of the supported formats. The selection is updated frequently with new features, so you'll never run out of things to do on your flight.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento flights?

    Among airlines operating Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Alaska Airlines: offers free seat selection

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

  • What airlines are available from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento?

    2 airlines operate flights between Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport and Sacramento. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:
    • Southwest
    • American Airlines

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento?

    Flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento usually depart from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and arrive at Sacramento Intl (SMF).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento flights?

    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
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in First Class

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

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $190 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $359 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest and American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 175 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento pass through?

    One-stop flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento most commonly connect through:

    • San Diego (SAN) - 59% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 2% of one-stop connections

    San Diego (SAN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento?

    On the Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 26%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $325 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $435: a $110 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How are flight departures from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento flights, with 51% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 25%, afternoon flights for 12%, and night flights for 12%.

  • 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento?

    A nonstop flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento takes 2h 03m, covering 646 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:20 am and lands at 7:23 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:50 pm and lands at 12:53 am.

    The flight takes about 2h 03m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 43% above the route average of $351. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport 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 $132 to $1,022. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento looking right now?

    One-way fares from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $116, which is 46% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento?

    Flying via San Francisco (SFO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 10m, compared with 4h 30m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 5h 10m via San Diego (SAN).

  • 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento flight?

    Round-trip flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento range from $282 to $427, with an average of $351 over the past 12 months. Anything below $282 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento flights?

    Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento flights:

    • • American Airlines
    • • Alaska Airlines
    • • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport 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 Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $325 - about $110 less than Monday (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 54% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento trip for September. Fares historically average $268 round-trip in that month - typically $127 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Denver Intl Airport (DEN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $190 round-trip on this route - about $169 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're flying from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport (PHX), there are a number of parking options available at terminal 2. There are short-term and long-term parking lots, as well as valet service, which allows you to drop off your vehicle at the airport and be taken by shuttle to your terminal. The airport has three long-term lots: East Economy Lot, West Economy Lot, and South Economy Lot.
  • If you're looking to rent a car at Sacramento International Airport (SMF), you'll want to check out the luggage claim section. There are many companies that offer rental cars at this location, including Hertz, Budget, and National.
  • There are plenty of hotels near Sacramento International Airport that can accommodate you during your stay in the area. The Four Points by Sheraton Sacramento Airport is located just minutes from the airport and offers free 24h shuttle service to and from the terminal. The Hampton Inn & Suites Sacramento-Airport-Natomas is also located within walking distance of the airport, with free shuttle service available.
  • If you're a business traveler, you might be looking for a place to get some work done on arrival. The Business Center at Sacramento International Airport is located in Terminal A and has everything you need to get your work done. From conference rooms to free Wi-Fi and a 24h business center, you can get all of the support you need.
  • If you're looking to get to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport from the city center, Valley Metro bus is the way to go. The Valley Metro bus will get you there in about 1h and 15min.

Prefer to fly direct from Phoenix to Sacramento?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Sacramento Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl to Sacramento Intl

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Tuesday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Wednesday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Thursday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Friday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Saturday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Sunday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

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Direct returns

Sacramento Intl to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Tuesday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Wednesday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Thursday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Friday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Saturday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Sunday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

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