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Cheapest round-trip
$353
Typical prices: $408-$508
Alaska Airlines
Sun 12/9Wed 12/12
SMF - HLN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$498
Typical prices: $214-$249
United Airlines
Tue 11/20
SMF - HLN • 1 stop
When to travel
February
Cheapest • 27% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Salt Lake City (SLC)
Cheapest • Avg $440 (round-trip)
Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA)
Shortest trip • 6h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Helena (SMF-HLN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sacramento to Helena

Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12
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6:00 am - 4:12 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-HLN Helena
9h 12m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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4:49 pm - 11:08 pmHLN  Helena-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 19m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$353Alaska Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12
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7:20 pm - 4:12 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-HLN Helena
19h 52m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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4:49 pm - 11:08 pmHLN  Helena-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 19m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$368Alaska Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12
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6:00 am - 4:12 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-HLN Helena
9h 12m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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4:49 pm - 11:08 pmHLN  Helena-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 19m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$375Alaska Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12
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3:03 pm - 4:12 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-HLN Helena
24h 09m2 stops San Diego Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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4:49 pm - 11:08 pmHLN  Helena-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 19m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$411Alaska Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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5:30 am - 12:30 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-HLN Helena
6h 00m1 stop Salt Lake City
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1:10 pm - 11:51 pmHLN  Helena-SMF Sacramento Intl
11h 41m2 stops Salt Lake City Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$440Delta
Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12
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3:03 pm - 4:12 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-HLN Helena
24h 09m2 stops San Diego Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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4:49 pm - 11:08 pmHLN  Helena-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 19m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$444Alaska Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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2:17 pm - 10:32 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-HLN Helena
7h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Salt Lake City
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1:10 pm - 11:51 pmHLN  Helena-SMF Sacramento Intl
11h 41m2 stops Salt Lake City Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$445Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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6:00 am - 4:12 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-HLN Helena
9h 12m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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4:49 pm - 1:20 pmHLN  Helena-SMF Sacramento Intl
21h 31m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$490Alaska Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12
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9:21 am - 4:12 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-HLN Helena
29h 51m2 stops San Diego Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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4:49 pm - 10:16 amHLN  Helena-SMF Sacramento Intl
18h 27m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego
$499Alaska Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
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10:48 am - 4:12 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-HLN Helena
4h 24m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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4:49 pm - 11:08 pmHLN  Helena-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 19m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$501Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Sacramento to Helena flights

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

Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Helena typically range from $408 to $508. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $353, on Alaska Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Helena. It’s 17% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 65% higher.

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Key details for Sacramento to Helena flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$353
Beat the crowds with an average 94% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 48% increase in travelers.
Round-trip flight from Sacramento to Helena

When to book flights from Sacramento to Helena

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sacramento to Helena 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 Helena 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 Helena?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Sacramento to Helena.

  • How long is a flight from Sacramento to Helena?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Sacramento to Helena. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 06m and 7h 41m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    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 Helena flight?

    Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Helena range from $408 to $508, with an average of $460 over the past 12 months. Anything below $408 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Sacramento to Helena 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 $353 to $1,204. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Sacramento to Helena are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $644, which is 169% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Helena Airport (HLN)?

    Helena Airport (HLN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $84 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Avis
    • National

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

    Flights from Sacramento to Helena usually depart from Sacramento Intl (SMF) and arrive at Helena (HLN).

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

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

    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 61% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 15% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 50% on flights from Sacramento to Helena. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $383 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $760, a difference of $377.

    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 Helena?

    Flying via Salt Lake City (SLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 06m, compared with 6h 17m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) and 7h 41m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between Sacramento and Helena?

    Helena is 1 hour ahead of Sacramento (Mountain Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Sacramento to Helena 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $383, about $377 less than Tuesday fares (50% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sacramento to Helena trip for February. Fares historically average $338 round-trip in that month - typically $422 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Helena Airport.

    • La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Helena
    • Baymont by Wyndham Helena
    • Days Inn by Wyndham Helena

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