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Cheapest round-trip
$359
Typical prices: $408-$665
American Airlines
Tue 2/6Sat 2/10
SMF - BTR • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$239
Typical prices: $348-$484
United Airlines
Sun 9/30
SMF - BTR • 1 stop
When to travel
Cheapest • 20% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $440 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 44m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Baton Rouge (SMF-BTR)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sacramento to Baton Rouge

Sat, Feb 6 - Wed, Feb 10
American Airlines Logo
11:08 am - 9:10 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
8h 02m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
11:02 am - 6:34 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 32m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$359American Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Wed, Feb 10
Delta Logo
6:15 am - 10:01 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
13h 46m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:00 pm - 10:55 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$379Delta
Sat, Feb 6 - Wed, Feb 10
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 7:41 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
9h 41m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
12:05 pm - 7:37 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 32m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco
$434United Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Sun, Sep 20
American Airlines Logo
2:21 pm - 10:53 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
6h 32m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:11 pm - 11:34 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$464American Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Mon, Oct 12
American Airlines Logo
2:35 pm - 10:56 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
6h 21m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:26 pm - 11:09 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$480American Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Mon, Oct 12
American Airlines Logo
2:35 pm - 10:56 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
6h 21m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:26 pm - 11:09 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$510American Airlines
Sat, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 12
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:55 am - 9:10 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
11h 15m2 stops Portland Dallas/Fort Worth
Alaska Airlines Logo
11:02 am - 10:15 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-SMF Sacramento Intl
13h 13m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$528Alaska Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Sat, Sep 19
United Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 5:33 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
8h 03m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
12:00 pm - 7:47 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 47m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco
$534United Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Sat, Sep 19
United Airlines Logo
7:49 am - 5:33 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
7h 44m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
12:00 pm - 7:47 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 47m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco
$539United Airlines
Sat, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 12
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:55 am - 9:10 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
11h 15m2 stops Portland Dallas/Fort Worth
Alaska Airlines Logo
11:02 am - 7:18 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 16m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth San Diego
$572Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Sacramento to Baton Rouge flights

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

Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Baton Rouge start at $359. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $408 to $665. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $359 on American Airlines.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Baton Rouge, it is 19% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 34% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

Key details for Sacramento to Baton Rouge flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$239
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 56% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 20% lower on average.
Flight from Sacramento to Baton Rouge

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Your Sacramento to Baton Rouge 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 Sacramento to Baton Rouge?

    Flights from Sacramento to Baton Rouge usually depart from Sacramento Intl (SMF) and arrive at Baton Rouge Ryan (BTR).

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Sacramento to Baton Rouge.

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

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

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 56% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 5% of one-stop connections

    Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 40% on the Sacramento to Baton Rouge route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $404 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $666, a difference of $262. 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 long is a flight from Sacramento to Baton Rouge?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Sacramento to Baton Rouge. Flights with 1 layover take between 6h 44m and 8h 14m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Sacramento to Baton Rouge?

    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 are flight prices from Sacramento to Baton Rouge looking right now?

    One-way fares from Sacramento to Baton Rouge are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $371, which is 18% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 44m, compared with 7h 05m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and 8h 14m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Sacramento and Baton Rouge?

    Baton Rouge is 2 hours ahead of Sacramento (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Baton Rouge Ryan Airport (BTR)?

    Baton Rouge Ryan Airport (BTR) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $30 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Budget
    · Hertz
    · Dollar
    · Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    · Avis

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

    Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Baton Rouge range from $408 to $665, with an average of $496 over the past 12 months. Anything below $408 counts as a good deal.

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