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Cheapest round-trip
$293
Typical prices: $363-$495
Alaska Airlines
Tue 1/30Fri 2/2
SMF - HLN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$326
Typical prices: $171-$240
United Airlines
Sun 12/23
SMF - HLN • 1 stop
When to travel
October
Cheapest • 29% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA)
Cheapest • Avg $395 (round-trip)
Salt Lake City (SLC)
Shortest trip • 5h 02m (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

Sat, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 2
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7:00 am - 4:23 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-HLN Helena
8h 23m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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5:00 pm - 10:15 pmHLN  Helena-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 15m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$293Alaska Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 2
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7:00 am - 4:23 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-HLN Helena
8h 23m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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5:00 pm - 10:15 pmHLN  Helena-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 15m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$343Alaska Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 2
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7:00 am - 4:23 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-HLN Helena
8h 23m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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5:00 pm - 2:15 pmHLN  Helena-SMF Sacramento Intl
22h 15m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego
$351Alaska Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 2
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7:00 am - 4:23 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-HLN Helena
8h 23m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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5:00 pm - 2:15 pmHLN  Helena-SMF Sacramento Intl
22h 15m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego
$396Alaska Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3
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2:09 pm - 10:29 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-HLN Helena
7h 20m2 stops Los Angeles Salt Lake City
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7:15 am - 12:15 pmHLN  Helena-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 00m1 stop Salt Lake City
$536Delta
Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3
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2:09 pm - 10:29 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-HLN Helena
7h 20m2 stops Los Angeles Salt Lake City
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7:15 am - 6:02 pmHLN  Helena-SMF Sacramento Intl
11h 47m2 stops Salt Lake City Los Angeles
$865Delta
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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 start at $293. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $363 to $495. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $293 on Alaska Airlines.

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Key details for Sacramento to Helena flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$293
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 29% lower on average.
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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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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).

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

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

  • 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

    Salt Lake City (SLC) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 45% on the Sacramento to Helena route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $293 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $527, a difference of $234. 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 Helena?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Sacramento to Helena. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 02m and 7h 40m 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.

  • 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 $293 to $873. 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 $642, which is 186% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 02m, compared with 6h 11m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) and 7h 40m 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.

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

    Helena Airport (HLN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Budget
    · Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    · Hertz
    · Avis
    · National

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

    Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Helena range from $363 to $495, with an average of $460 over the past 12 months. Anything below $363 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $293 - about $234 less than Friday (44% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sacramento to Helena trip for October. Fares historically average $328 round-trip in that month - typically $258 less than the most expensive month, which is June (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.
    - Days Inn by Wyndham Helena
    - Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Helena
    - Baymont by Wyndham Helena

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