RDU - SMF

$102 Find Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Sacramento

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Raleigh to Sacramento departing on 3/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Raleigh to Sacramento, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$257
Overall average: $400
American Airlines
Wed 4/22Tue 4/28
RDU - SMF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$103
Typical prices: $171-$257
Frontier
Sun 3/8
RDU - SMF • 1 stop
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American Airlines
Cheapest • from $257 (round-trip)
Southwest
Best reviews • 8.0 score
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When to book
4 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 50% compared to booking last minute.
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October
Cheapest • 23% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Sacramento (RDU-SMF)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Raleigh to Sacramento that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Raleigh to Sacramento

Wed, Apr 22 - Tue, Apr 28
American Airlines Logo
4:55 pm - 11:21 pm
RDU
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SMF
9h 26m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
12:30 am - 1:12 pm
SMF
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RDU
9h 42m
1 stop
$257American Airlines
Wed, Apr 22 - Wed, Apr 29
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 2:12 pm
RDU
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SMF
9h 42m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:38 am - 6:10 am
SMF
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RDU
16h 32m
2 stops
$275Alaska Airlines
Sat, Feb 28 - Sun, Mar 8
Frontier Logo
3:45 pm - 11:13 am
RDU
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SMF
22h 28m
2 stops
Frontier Logo
4:41 pm - 5:37 pm
SMF
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RDU
21h 56m
1 stop
$284Frontier
Wed, Apr 22 - Wed, Apr 29
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 2:12 pm
RDU
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SMF
9h 42m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 6:10 am
SMF
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RDU
20h 10m
2 stops
$295Alaska Airlines
Mon, May 4 - Sat, May 9
American Airlines Logo
6:11 pm - 11:21 pm
RDU
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SMF
8h 10m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
11:42 am - 11:58 pm
SMF
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RDU
9h 16m
1 stop
$305American Airlines
Wed, Apr 22 - Wed, Apr 29
Delta Logo
3:10 pm - 11:14 pm
RDU
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SMF
11h 04m
2 stops
Delta Logo
9:42 am - 11:49 pm
SMF
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RDU
11h 07m
2 stops
$307Delta
Sat, Feb 28 - Sun, Mar 8
Frontier Logo
5:11 pm - 11:13 am
RDU
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SMF
21h 02m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
4:41 pm - 5:37 pm
SMF
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RDU
21h 56m
1 stop
$308Frontier
Wed, Mar 4 - Sun, Mar 8
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 11:10 am
RDU
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SMF
8h 10m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
9:55 pm - 9:40 am
SMF
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RDU
8h 45m
1 stop
$310Southwest
Sun, Mar 1 - Sun, Mar 8
Frontier Logo
6:10 am - 11:13 am
RDU
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SMF
32h 03m
2 stops
Frontier Logo
4:41 pm - 5:37 pm
SMF
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RDU
21h 56m
1 stop
$314Frontier
Fri, Apr 3 - Tue, Apr 7
Southwest Logo
5:50 pm - 12:45 am
RDU
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SMF
9h 55m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
12:20 pm - 9:40 pm
SMF
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RDU
6h 20m
1 stop
$325Southwest
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Raleigh to Sacramento flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Raleigh to Sacramento to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Raleigh to Sacramento, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Raleigh to Sacramento is October, where tickets cost $312 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $537 and $445 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Raleigh to Sacramento?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Raleigh to Sacramento, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Raleigh to Sacramento, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 50% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$103
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 21% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 2% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Raleigh to Sacramento

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Raleigh to Sacramento based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking flights from Raleigh to Sacramento

  • Which airline allows passengers to come on board with carry-on baggage for the flight from Raleigh (RDU) to Sacramento (SMF)?

    When you are traveling from Raleigh (RDU) to Sacramento (SMF) and don't want to have to check a bag, American Airline allows you on board with one carry-on bag and one personal item.

  • Which is the suitable airline to book for the reduced mobility traveler going between Raleigh and Sacramento?

    For the reduced mobility passengers flying from Raleigh (RDU) to Sacramento (SMF), Frontier Airline is an appropriate airline to book. This airline offers the wheelchair services that will make it easier to navigate the airport from check-in to boarding. Its on-board staff is always ready and willing to offer assistance whenever it’s needed.

  • How can I easily connect to the city center from Sacramento Airport?

    Bus is the common transportation that will get you out of Sacramento Airport to the city center. SacRT's Route 142 bus line is the easiest means of getting you downtown. You can also consider airport express shuttle bus. It can also get you to the city center after your arrival at the airport. In both cases, though, you are limited to the bus or shuttle schedule. For more flexibility, consider a ride-share service or rental car.

  • Which is the mosteco-friendly airline I can book when flying to Sacramento (SMF) from Raleigh (RDU)?

    Spirits Airline is one of the most eco-friendly airlines you can book when you are flying from Raleigh to Sacramento. This airline has an increased fuel efficiency that is measured by available seat mile per gallon.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Raleigh to Sacramento?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Raleigh to Sacramento was $103 for a one-way ticket and $257 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Raleigh and Sacramento?

    No

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Raleigh to Sacramento?

    On your way to Sacramento, you’ll fly out from Raleigh-Durham. You’ll be landing at Sacramento Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Raleigh to Sacramento?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Raleigh to Sacramento?

    Star Alliance, SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Raleigh and Sacramento, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Raleigh to Sacramento, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Raleigh to Sacramento are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $436 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $399 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Raleigh to Sacramento?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Raleigh to Sacramento.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Raleigh to Sacramento?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Sacramento from Raleigh is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Raleigh to Sacramento?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Sacramento with an airline and back to Raleigh with another airline. Booking your flights between Raleigh and SMF can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Raleigh to Sacramento?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Sacramento from Raleigh up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Raleigh to Sacramento

  • Raleigh–Durham International Airport (RDU) and Sacramento International Airport (SMF) are the main as departure and arrival airports respectively for most of the flights flying from Raleigh to Sacramento. Choosing of this route for your journey will enable you book your flight with any of the five top airlines serving it. These airlines include JetBlue, American, United, Frontier, and Spirit Airlines.
  • If you are among those pet-loving travelers who like flying in the company of their furry friend, you can choose a pet-friendly airline when flying from Raleigh to Sacramento. United Airline allows its passengers to come on board with their pets so long as the carrier fits underneath the seat in front of you.
  • When traveling from Raleigh (RDU) to Sacramento (SMF) on Frontier Airlines, you will have one stop along your way before reaching your destination airport. Denver International Airport (DEN) is the main layover airport you will have along your way. There is also the option of having two stops or flying direct depending on the airline you book.
  • When you are planning to travel with your family from Raleigh (RDU) to Sacramento (SMF) with your kids, JetBlue Airline is a kid-friendly choice. It has amenities like in-flight entertainment appropriate for kids, such as kids` games and kids` movies to enhance your family's journey.
  • When you are in Raleigh downtown and you need to reach Raleigh–Durham International Airport (RDU) for your flight to Sacramento, you can take a bus. Buses are the most reliable and convenient means of transport operating between Raleigh downtown and the airport.

Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Raleigh to Sacramento

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Raleigh to Sacramento. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4273 reviews
8.6Crew
7.0Food
7.5Entertainment
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
Airline reviews

3 hour delay. Had to change plans and was still delayed.

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Jan 2026
SFO - SAN
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3 hour delay. Had to change plans and was still delayed.

The flight crew was extremely rude and especially not helpful when our flight was delayed.

The boarding and seat assignment system no longer works for me, but I know it is being replaced. Otherwise, I am good with the overall experience.

The lead steward kept singing about "San Francisco" and hotel California---more annoying than humorous....needs work. Flight was smooth and on time.

Still a fan of open seating. Flight was on schedule and arrived on time. The 737 MAX is very comfortable.

San Diego airport is brand new, spacious, airy and very smooth checkin at SW baggage drop.

Ever since Southwest starting charging for bags, passengers don't want to pay to check their bags, so the gate agents have to beg people to check their roller bags now because there's "not enough space". This was a terrible business move by Southwest.

Delays delays delays. Late taking off, late landing, wait for a gate, etc.

Connecting flight is on time and boarding was a breeze!

Very smooth checking in our luggage with a super pleasant SW agent. I enjoyed a fun entertaining movie.

I usually get upgraded so my experience is usually amazing. I did not get upgraded this time - which was fine - but the wifi had issues, the monitors were going in & out, & (though not Delta's fault) one of the gentlemen next to me desperately needed a shower.

I really liked the legroom. I am 6’4”.a at For some reason our seats were not together and using the app to fix it didn’t work. Passengers were nice enough to move for us but you should absolutely ensure a parent sits with their child.

Staff were friendly and happy. Delta could make sure passengers that don't have the app know of changes. Without Kayak I would not have known about the change of gate or the delay. Kayak was faster to notify me.

They changed planes and the new plane couldn’t carry enough fuel to fly across the country so we had to stop in Kansas City to refuel. Flight was delayed .

Flight was too crowded and seats are too small, especially since passengrs are getting larger. Having a middle seat is ALWAYS tough! Woman on my left was large & kept creeping in to my space. Flight personnel were great! Have more savory rather than sweet snacks please.

The crew took good care of us. The flight from ATL to SFO is a longer one, and there were multiple beverage offerings. I like the 757's that Delta uses. Good airplane that is comfortable. I do wish Delta would separate Priority boarding from the better seats. I would gladly take a smaller seat in an open row than be jammed into Comfort just to get priority boarding, just to make sure I don't have to check a bag.

Gate agent rushed to fill hot jetway with crowd so it took over 12 minutes to go from gate to plane. Just like a discount airline Pooly prepared cabin and third time that claim of rough air prevented any cabin service. Friends on a Southwest flight at similar time had service.

I was uncomfortably cold on the plane. Other than that it was uneventful and therefore as enjoyable as a plane ride can be.

Flight was delayed, 30+ bags had to be gate checked. Crew were very friendly!

Food was surprisingly good but the WiFi was not great

First class ticket gets you a choice of chips or nuts. . Just like economy Southwest. Also no screen in the seats. This is first class???!

Flight arrived 30 min early and bag was waiting at the baggage pickup. United Club HNL was one of the nicest in the system

Yet another flight in which beverage and snack service was skipped. Other that that, firmly mediocre. Landed early, to gate late due to congestion at the gates. Airline's fault or airports fault: unknown.

Teeny tiny bathrooms, crew was not realistic about when we'd arrive.

Unbelievably poor service from flight attendants. They didn’t even do water service on a four hour flight. Just disrespectful.

Flight was late - I was downgraded from first class to coach

United needs to step up their game. Delayed flight leaving Seattle, San Francisco. Older aircraft, not very comfortable.

Plane boarded early a quickly, was mostly full. We left close to on time. And landed early.

7 hours delayed due to operational issues on United’s end. Basically laziness.

Flight was timely, relatively comfortable, with decent entertainment and food served. Only problem encountered was with the free messaging which I highly appreciate, but it did not work from iphone to non-iphones.

Amazing I love American. I’ll never fly anyone else if I can help it.

Everything about the flight was lovely. My only suggestion would be to offer a few more options of tv series from Apple TV or HBO.

After the door had been closed, the cockpit makes an announcement that catering is running late and it is not the airline's fault. It is their fault in the sense that we had to sit for 2 hours or more when we could have stayed in the terminal. Poor communications between catering and airline. This caused a young man to lose his temper and he went storming out hitting objects. He had complained to the gate agent that he had already waited at the gate 7 hours and when can the airplane leave? Airilnes do a poor job of explaining delays, maintenance issues, etc. whereas being truthful may gain more sympathy or understanding.

We were told the flight was delayed 5 times, then it was moved to the next day.

The experience with American Airlines was good, although the Philippines Airlines flight was much better (better seats, better food, better entertainment options, overall better). Again, the MIA to LAX flight was fine, but nothing in comparison to the comfort and accommodations of the Philippines Airlines flight from LAX to MNL.

Loved the crew . Absolutely no complaints. Except for luggage lost

Wish some foods provided rather than just biscuit/cookie for flight more than 2 hours

Flight delayed and missed connection. Rescheduled flight cancelled after 6 hrs wait. Rerouted thru ORD, flight cancelled, overnight stay in ORD. Still in the air on new flight!

We are too tired and frustrated to comment politely at this point

Very below average , plane from Dallas to Toyko was very poor designed plane. I had to sit for 13 hours next to fat man. Really bad seat and entertainment screen sucked

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