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Cheapest round-trip
$179
Typical prices: $228-$368
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Sun 12/30Sat 2/10
SMF - LGB • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$90
Typical prices: $131-$285
Southwest
Sun 12/23
SMF - LGB • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 1h 29m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 6 weeks in advance save around 55% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Long Beach (SMF-LGB)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sacramento to Long Beach

Sat, Dec 12 - Sat, Dec 12
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7:15 am - 8:40 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-LGB Long Beach Municipal
1h 25mnonstop
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11:30 am - 12:55 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 25mnonstop
$179Southwest
Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Dec 19
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6:20 am - 7:50 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-LGB Long Beach Municipal
1h 30mnonstop
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7:55 pm - 9:20 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 25mnonstop
$179Southwest
Wed, Dec 23 - Tue, Dec 29
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5:20 pm - 6:45 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-LGB Long Beach Municipal
1h 25mnonstop
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6:55 am - 8:20 amLGB  Long Beach Municipal-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 25mnonstop
$179Southwest
Sat, Dec 12 - Sat, Dec 12
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9:15 am - 10:45 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-LGB Long Beach Municipal
1h 30mnonstop
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5:15 pm - 6:45 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 30mnonstop
$179Southwest
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 8
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4:40 pm - 6:10 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-LGB Long Beach Municipal
1h 30mnonstop
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7:10 pm - 8:40 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 30mnonstop
$179Southwest
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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4:40 pm - 6:10 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-LGB Long Beach Municipal
1h 30mnonstop
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7:50 am - 9:15 amLGB  Long Beach Municipal-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 25mnonstop
$179Southwest
Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12
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7:30 pm - 9:05 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-LGB Long Beach Municipal
1h 35mnonstop
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7:05 am - 8:30 amLGB  Long Beach Municipal-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 25mnonstop
$179Southwest
Wed, Dec 30 - Wed, Feb 10
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7:30 am - 8:55 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-LGB Long Beach Municipal
1h 25mnonstop
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6:25 pm - 7:55 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 30mnonstop
$179Southwest
Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 9
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5:01 pm - 9:42 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-LGB Long Beach Municipal
4h 41m1 stop Salt Lake City
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7:00 am - 12:02 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-SMF Sacramento Intl
5h 02m1 stop Salt Lake City
$209Delta
Wed, Dec 9 - Tue, Dec 15
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5:01 pm - 9:42 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-LGB Long Beach Municipal
4h 41m1 stop Salt Lake City
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7:00 am - 12:02 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-SMF Sacramento Intl
5h 02m1 stop Salt Lake City
$209Delta
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Sacramento to Long Beach flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Long Beach typically range from $228 to $368. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $179, on Southwest.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Long Beach. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 6% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Long Beach?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Long Beach at $237 round-trip.
•September ($384) and April ($313) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 62% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Sacramento to Long Beach the cheapest?

Flights from Sacramento to Long Beach are cheapest 6 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 55% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Sacramento to Long Beach flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$90
Beat the crowds with an average 25% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 35% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Sacramento to Long Beach

When to book flights from Sacramento to Long Beach

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sacramento to Long Beach 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 Long Beach flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Sacramento to Long Beach?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Sacramento to Long Beach:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:15 am and lands at 7:44 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:35 pm and lands at 9:04 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 29m.

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Sacramento to Long Beach.

  • How long is a flight from Sacramento to Long Beach?

    A nonstop flight from Sacramento to Long Beach takes 1h 29m, covering 387 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Sacramento to Long Beach?

    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 Long Beach flight?

    Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Long Beach range from $228 to $368, with an average of $280 over the past 12 months. Anything below $228 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Sacramento to Long Beach flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 82% above the $280 route average. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Sacramento to Long Beach?

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $282 round-trip and layover options via Salt Lake City (SLC) at $293.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Sacramento to Long Beach?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Sacramento to Long Beach?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

  • How are flight departures from Sacramento to Long Beach spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Sacramento to Long Beach flights, with 40% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 40%, evening flights for 20%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Sacramento to Long Beach 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 $179 to $1,359. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Sacramento to Long Beach are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $96, which is 52% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB)?

    Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $78 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Avis

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

    Flights from Sacramento to Long Beach usually depart from Sacramento Intl (SMF) and arrive at Long Beach Municipal (LGB).

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

    Most connecting flights from Sacramento to Long Beach pass through Salt Lake City (SLC), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Sacramento to Long Beach. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $247 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $298, a difference of $51.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Sacramento to Long Beach?

    Only Southwest operates flights between Sacramento and Long Beach.

  • What popular places can I visit in Long Beach?

    Some of the most popular sights in Long Beach are Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center, Aquarium of the Pacific and Long Beach Cruise Terminal Dome. These are among the most viewed places in Long Beach on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Sacramento to Long Beach flights?

    Among airlines operating Sacramento to Long Beach flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Sacramento to Long Beach flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Sacramento to Long Beach 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $247, about $51 less than Friday fares (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 6 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 55% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sacramento to Long Beach trip for August. Fares historically average $237 round-trip in that month - typically $147 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Long Beach Municipal Airport.

    • Residence Inn by Marriott Long Beach
    • Staybridge Suites Long Beach Airport By IHG
    • Long Beach Marriott

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Direct departures

Sacramento Intl to Long Beach Municipal

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Direct returns

Long Beach Municipal to Sacramento Intl

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