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Cheapest round-trip
$221
Typical prices: $247-$378
Frontier
Sat 8/15Sat 8/22
SMF - AUS • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$319
Typical prices: $301-$333
Southwest
Sat 8/15Sat 8/22
SMF - AUS • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 3h 20m
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Cheapest • Avg $188 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 48m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Austin (SMF-AUS)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Sacramento to Austin 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.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sacramento to Austin

Sat, Aug 15 - Sat, Aug 22
Frontier Logo
11:25 am - 12:07 am
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AUS
10h 42m
1 stop
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6:15 am - 10:57 am
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6h 42m
1 stop
$221Frontier
Fri, Aug 21 - Mon, Aug 24
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5:15 am - 1:12 pm
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AUS
5h 57m
1 stop
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1:39 pm - 6:20 pm
AUS
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SMF
6h 41m
1 stop
$233United Airlines
Tue, Aug 4 - Tue, Aug 11
Frontier Logo
8:08 pm - 12:07 am
SMF
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AUS
25h 59m
2 stops
Frontier Logo
7:43 pm - 10:35 am
AUS
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SMF
16h 52m
1 stop
$241Frontier
Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 9
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11:42 am - 7:30 pm
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AUS
5h 48m
1 stop
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6:45 am - 10:57 am
AUS
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SMF
6h 12m
1 stop
$250Frontier
Tue, Aug 4 - Tue, Aug 11
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8:08 pm - 12:07 am
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AUS
25h 59m
2 stops
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7:43 pm - 10:35 am
AUS
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16h 52m
1 stop
$253Frontier
Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 9
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11:42 am - 11:41 pm
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AUS
9h 59m
1 stop
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6:45 am - 6:20 pm
AUS
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SMF
13h 35m
2 stops
$254Frontier
Fri, Aug 21 - Mon, Aug 24
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7:47 pm - 7:30 pm
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AUS
21h 43m
2 stops
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12:47 pm - 6:52 pm
AUS
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SMF
8h 05m
1 stop
$258Frontier
Fri, Aug 28 - Mon, Sep 7
American Airlines Logo
2:59 pm - 10:35 pm
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AUS
5h 36m
1 stop
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6:20 am - 12:05 pm
AUS
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SMF
7h 45m
1 stop
$261American Airlines
Fri, Sep 4 - Tue, Oct 6
Frontier Logo
11:42 am - 7:30 pm
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AUS
29h 48m
1 stop
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8:16 pm - 10:57 am
AUS
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SMF
16h 41m
1 stop
$263Frontier
Mon, Aug 24 - Wed, Aug 26
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12:52 pm - 10:27 pm
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AUS
7h 35m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 10:57 am
AUS
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SMF
6h 42m
1 stop
$265Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Sacramento to Austin flights

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

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Sacramento to Austin departing in August.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Austin?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Sacramento to Austin clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Austin on a Tuesday and more expensive on a Friday. On your return trip to Sacramento, you should consider flying back on a Tuesday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sacramento to Austin, 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 Sacramento to Austin is January, where tickets cost $227 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are October and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $398 and $378 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Sacramento to Austin, 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 Sacramento to Austin, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 15% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Sacramento to Austin

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

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on AUS

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.

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Low seasonDecember
Cheapest flight$110
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 4% drop in price.
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When to book flights from Sacramento to Austin

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

  • Are there hotels near Sacramento International Airport that provide free airport shuttles?

    If you have an early flight at SFM airport, spend your night at one of the hotels near the airport. The Four Points Sheraton Sacramento International Airport is one of the hotels. This hotel is about 4 miles from the airport and has an outdoor pool. You can also book your room at Homewood Suites in the Natomas business district. Hampton Inn and Suites also provides a complimentary airport shuttle.

  • Can I find on-site parking at Sacramento International Airport?

    SFM has several parking options if you plan on leaving your car at the airport. For the hourly parking lot, go to Terminal B. However, airport shuttles are not provided from hourly parking lot. The airport shuttles pick up passengers at the baggage claim area outside doors 3 and 4. Daily parking options are available in Terminals A and B with free airport shuttle service to the terminals. Economy parking lots are also available.

  • What are the layover options between SFM and AUS?

    Most airlines tend to have layovers in their hub airports. American Airlines has one layover at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) or Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport(DFW). Spirit Airlines also has one layover at Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport (LAS). United Airlines is the only airline with two layovers, mostly at Denver International Airport (DEN) and Houston George Bush International Airport (IAH) or San Francisco International Airport (SFO).

  • How can I get my lost Item at Austin Bergstrom International Airport?

    If you lose your items at Austin Bergstrom International Airport, you need not stress. If you leave or lose your items on board, contact your airline. Visit the AUS lost and found department at the west end of the baggage claim area past Carousel 1. Contact the TSA Lost and Found department for the items lost at the security checkpoint.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sacramento to Austin?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sacramento to Austin was $110 for a one-way ticket and $221 for a round-trip.

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

    A passport is not required to fly from Sacramento to Austin.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Sacramento to Austin?

    Delta, JetBlue, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Sacramento to Austin flight route.

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

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Sacramento to Austin flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sacramento to Austin?

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

  • On which days can I fly direct from Sacramento to Austin?

    There are nonstop flights from Sacramento to Austin on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Sacramento to Austin, Southwest or Alaska Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sacramento to Austin are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $343 and an overall rating of 7.9, Southwest is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $306 and an overall rating of 7.9.

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

    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 Sacramento to Austin.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Austin from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Austin?

    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 Austin with an airline and back to Sacramento with another airline. Booking your flights between Sacramento and AUS 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 Sacramento to Austin?

    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 Austin from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Austin

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $229 or less one-way and $435 or less round-trip.
  • Sacramento International Airport (SMF) has baby care facilities for breastfeeding and diaper-changing. You can find one room at the airside in Terminal A near gate A10 and another in Terminal B near gate B15.
  • If you have a concern or question, visit the information desk for assistance. The desk is located at Terminal A, First Floor, at the center of the baggage claim area. Sacramento International Airport also has volunteers available to help.
  • Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) offers assistance to travelers with less mobility. Wheelchairs are available once you alight from your flight, and you can use them up to the gate with the help of assistance staff. You can only get these services if you contact your airline before arrival.
  • There are several means of transport to downtown from Austin Bergstrom International Airport. The means you choose will determine how much you will likely spend and how fast you will arrive. If you are arriving late for your business appointment, use a taxi as a mode of transport, though it is expensive. If you are on a budget, board a bus to downtown. Shuttles are available, which will drop you at your destination.
  • Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) has all-gender toilets across all the terminals. Mothers with babies can quickly change their babies in these toilets.

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