RIC - SMF

$153 Find Cheap Flights from Richmond to Sacramento - Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 21% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$306
Typical prices: $446-$656
Southwest
Wed 10/31Sat 11/3
RIC - SMF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$153
Typical prices: $246-$485
Delta
Wed 11/14
RIC - SMF • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Richmond and Sacramento. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
Insights
Insights
When to travel
August
Cheapest • 20% price drop
July
Most popular
Good to know
+1
Good to know
+1
Top layover airports
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Cheapest • Avg $420 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 7h 46m (one-way)
Insights
Insights
Start a new search
KAYAK searches 100s of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you love your trip to Sacramento!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from Richmond to Sacramento (RIC-SMF)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Richmond to Sacramento

Sat, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 3
Southwest Logo
6:20 am - 11:00 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 40m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
11:25 am - 9:15 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 50m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$306Southwest
Sat, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 3
Southwest Logo
6:20 am - 1:40 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 20m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
11:25 am - 9:15 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 50m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$312Southwest
Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
United Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 12:06 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:53 am - 10:59 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
9h 06m1 stop Denver Intl
$348United Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
Delta Logo
3:25 pm - 9:41 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
10:52 pm - 11:41 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
9h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$349Delta
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
Delta Logo
5:36 pm - 10:03 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
10:40 pm - 10:04 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
8h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$349Delta
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
American Airlines Logo
5:24 pm - 11:59 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
10:57 pm - 11:05 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
9h 08m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$364American Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
American Airlines Logo
5:24 pm - 11:59 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:21 pm - 8:19 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
9h 58m2 stops Los Angeles Charlotte Douglas
$369American Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
United Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 12:06 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:53 am - 11:15 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
9h 22m2 stops Denver Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$392United Airlines
Sun, Oct 18 - Sat, Oct 24
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:31 am - 5:34 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
11h 03m1 stop Los Angeles
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:52 am - 3:05 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
24h 13m2 stops Denver Intl Orlando
$544Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Sat, Nov 28
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:31 am - 10:15 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
27h 44m1 stop Los Angeles
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:25 pm - 10:17 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
42h 52m2 stops Denver Intl Nashville Intl
$810Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Richmond to Sacramento flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Richmond to Sacramento start at $306. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $446 to $656. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $306 on Southwest.

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

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Richmond to Sacramento, it is 11% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 25% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Richmond to Sacramento at $430 round-trip.
•December ($632) and November ($624) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 46% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Find deals

Key details for Richmond to Sacramento flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$153
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 11% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 4% increase in price.
Flight from Richmond to Sacramento

When to book flights from Richmond to Sacramento

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

Your Richmond 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 Richmond to Sacramento?

    Flights from Richmond to Sacramento usually depart from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) and arrive at Sacramento Intl (SMF).

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Richmond to Sacramento:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 14% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 29% on the Richmond to Sacramento route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $479 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $672, a difference of $193. 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.

  • How long is a flight from Richmond to Sacramento?

    A nonstop flight from Richmond to Sacramento takes 0h 00m, covering 2,383 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Richmond 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 Richmond 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 $306 to $2,144. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Richmond to Sacramento are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $209, which is 44% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 46m, compared with 7h 56m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 8h 05m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • What is the time difference between Richmond and Sacramento?

    Sacramento is 3 hours behind Richmond (Pacific Time vs Eastern 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 Richmond to Sacramento flight?

    Round-trip flights from Richmond to Sacramento range from $446 to $656, with an average of $536 over the past 12 months. Anything below $446 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Richmond 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 Monday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average $479 - about $193 less than Sunday (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Richmond to Sacramento trip for August. Fares historically average $430 round-trip in that month - typically $202 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

More options for your flight from Richmond to Sacramento

Complete your trip to Sacramento with a hotel stay or car rental

Car rentals in Sacramento
Hotels in Sacramento
Vacations in Sacramento