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Cheapest round-trip
$381
Typical prices: $389-$683
American Airlines
Sat 12/1Sat 12/8
SMF - AVL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$283
Typical prices: $268-$484
American Airlines
Wed 2/14
SMF - AVL • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Sacramento and Asheville. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 45% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $526 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 7h 35m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Asheville (SMF-AVL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sacramento to Asheville

Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
American Airlines Logo
10:24 pm - 9:43 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-AVL Asheville Regional
8h 19m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
5:30 pm - 11:26 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 56m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$381American Airlines
Tue, Mar 2 - Sat, Mar 6
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 9:27 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-AVL Asheville Regional
13h 27m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:40 am - 12:03 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$386United Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Sat, Dec 12
Delta Logo
10:52 pm - 9:20 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-AVL Asheville Regional
7h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:06 pm - 9:46 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$390Delta
Thu, Dec 10 - Sat, Dec 12
Delta Logo
10:52 pm - 9:20 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-AVL Asheville Regional
7h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
1:35 pm - 8:42 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 07m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$390Delta
Thu, Dec 10 - Sat, Dec 12
American Airlines Logo
10:24 pm - 8:22 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-AVL Asheville Regional
6h 58m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:58 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 58m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$390American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
American Airlines Logo
10:24 pm - 9:43 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-AVL Asheville Regional
8h 19m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
5:30 pm - 11:26 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 56m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$390American Airlines
Fri, Dec 25 - Wed, Jan 6
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 4:36 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-AVL Asheville Regional
8h 36m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:35 am - 2:01 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 26m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$390American Airlines
Fri, Feb 12 - Fri, Feb 19
Delta Logo
10:42 pm - 10:09 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-AVL Asheville Regional
8h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
4:00 pm - 10:17 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 17m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$399Delta
Tue, Mar 2 - Sat, Mar 6
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 5:00 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-AVL Asheville Regional
9h 00m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:40 am - 5:55 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-SMF Sacramento Intl
14h 15m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$413United Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9
United Airlines Logo
6:35 am - 4:55 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-AVL Asheville Regional
7h 20m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:34 am - 6:44 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-SMF Sacramento Intl
11h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$511United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Sacramento to Asheville flights

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

Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Asheville typically range from $389 to $683. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $381, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Asheville. It’s 20% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 45% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Asheville?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Asheville at $280 round-trip.
•June ($702) and July ($627) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 150% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Sacramento to Asheville flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$283
Beat the crowds with an average 26% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 34% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Sacramento to Asheville

When to book flights from Sacramento to Asheville

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sacramento to Asheville based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Sacramento to Asheville flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Sacramento to Asheville?

    A nonstop flight from Sacramento to Asheville takes 00m, covering 2,147 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Sacramento to Asheville?

    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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Sacramento to Asheville flight?

    Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Asheville range from $389 to $683, with an average of $511 over the past 12 months. Anything below $389 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Sacramento to Asheville 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 $381 to $1,480. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Sacramento to Asheville are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $313, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)?

    Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $74 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Alamo
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Dollar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Sacramento to Asheville?

    Flights from Sacramento to Asheville usually depart from Sacramento Intl (SMF) and arrive at Asheville Regional (AVL).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 8% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 45% on flights from Sacramento to Asheville. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $413 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $746, a difference of $333.

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

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

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 35m, compared with 7h 40m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 7h 41m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Sacramento and Asheville?

    Asheville is 3 hours ahead of Sacramento (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Sacramento to Asheville flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $413, about $333 less than Monday fares (45% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sacramento to Asheville trip for January. Fares historically average $280 round-trip in that month - typically $422 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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