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?

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Sacramento to Baton Rouge: • Economy Class • First Class

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) - 47% of one-stop connections • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 42% of one-stop connections • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 10% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 43% on flights from Sacramento to Baton Rouge. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $386 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $666, a difference of $280. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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 58m and 8h 39m 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.

Have flight prices from Sacramento to Baton Rouge 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 $379 to $2,666. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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 58m, compared with 6h 58m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and 8h 39m 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 $32 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 $404 to $660, with an average of $495 over the past 12 months. Anything below $404 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Baton Rouge typically range from $404 to $660. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $379, on United Airlines.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Sacramento to Baton Rouge?

United Airlines ($379) and Delta ($422) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Baton Rouge according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Sacramento to Baton Rouge?

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) is the most popular layover for the Sacramento to Baton Rouge route. 47% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via DFW.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Sacramento to Baton Rouge?

Flights via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $566. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Sacramento to Baton Rouge which airport offers the shortest layover?

Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) had the shortest average connection time for Sacramento to Baton Rouge layovers at 4h 23m over the past 3 months.

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Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14

1:18 pm - 9:46 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

6h 28m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

6:14 pm - 10:59 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-SMF Sacramento Intl

6h 45m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$379United Airlines

Fri, Apr 23 - Tue, Apr 27

11:15 am - 8:01 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

6h 46m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

3:55 pm - 10:36 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-SMF Sacramento Intl

8h 41m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$379United Airlines

Fri, Apr 23 - Tue, Apr 27

11:15 am - 8:01 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

6h 46m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

5:00 am - 1:13 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-SMF Sacramento Intl

10h 13m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl

$384United Airlines

Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14

1:18 pm - 9:46 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

6h 28m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

12:05 pm - 8:35 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-SMF Sacramento Intl

10h 30m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles

$384United Airlines

Wed, Dec 23 - Wed, Dec 30

10:25 pm - 9:56 amSMF Sacramento Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

9h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

3:40 pm - 11:52 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-SMF Sacramento Intl

10h 12m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Salt Lake City

$422Delta

Wed, Dec 23 - Wed, Dec 30

10:25 pm - 9:56 amSMF Sacramento Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

9h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

3:40 pm - 11:52 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-SMF Sacramento Intl

10h 12m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Salt Lake City

$442Delta

Wed, Dec 23 - Wed, Dec 30

11:59 pm - 10:11 amSMF Sacramento Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

8h 12m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

8:00 am - 1:59 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-SMF Sacramento Intl

7h 59m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$525American Airlines

Wed, Dec 23 - Wed, Dec 30

11:59 pm - 10:11 amSMF Sacramento Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

8h 12m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

4:50 pm - 10:59 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-SMF Sacramento Intl

8h 09m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$535American Airlines

Sun, Nov 8 - Wed, Nov 11

7:01 am - 5:01 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

8h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

1:38 pm - 11:37 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-SMF Sacramento Intl

11h 59m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Salt Lake City

$568Delta

Wed, Dec 23 - Wed, Dec 30

11:59 pm - 10:11 amSMF Sacramento Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

8h 12m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

8:00 am - 1:59 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-SMF Sacramento Intl

7h 59m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

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How much is a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Baton Rouge? 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 Baton Rouge departing in december.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Sacramento to Baton Rouge?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Sacramento to Baton Rouge:

• Economy Class
• First Class
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 58m and 8h 39m 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 much should I expect to pay for a Sacramento to Baton Rouge flight?
Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Baton Rouge range from $404 to $660, with an average of $495 over the past 12 months. Anything below $404 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Sacramento to Baton Rouge 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 $379 to $2,666. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.
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 $32 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Budget
• Hertz
• Dollar
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• Avis
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).
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) - 47% of one-stop connections
• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 42% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 10% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sacramento to Baton Rouge?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 43% on flights from Sacramento to Baton Rouge. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $386 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $666, a difference of $280.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
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 58m, compared with 6h 58m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and 8h 39m 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.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Saturday flights average $386, about $280 less than Thursday fares (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sacramento to Baton Rouge trip for September. Fares historically average $364 round-trip in that month - typically $544 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Baton Rouge Ryan Airport.

• Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baton Rouge Airport
• SpringHill Suites by Marriott Baton Rouge North/Airport
• Days Inn by Wyndham Baton Rouge Airport

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