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Cheapest round-trip
$113
Typical prices: $257-$400
Frontier
Sun 11/25Sun 11/25
SMF - ONT • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$50
Typical prices: $140-$349
Frontier
Sun 11/25
SMF - ONT • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Southwest and Frontier. Average duration is 1h 24m
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 58% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $223 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 14m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Ontario (SMF-ONT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sacramento to Ontario

Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Nov 25
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8:36 am - 10:00 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ONT Ontario
1h 24mnonstop
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3:55 pm - 5:31 pmONT  Ontario-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 36mnonstop
$113Frontier
Wed, Nov 25 - Thu, Nov 26
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8:36 am - 10:00 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ONT Ontario
1h 24mnonstop
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10:40 pm - 7:41 amONT  Ontario-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 01m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$127Frontier
Thu, Nov 5 - Fri, Nov 20
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12:04 pm - 11:51 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ONT Ontario
11h 47m1 stop Denver Intl
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3:55 pm - 5:31 pmONT  Ontario-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 36mnonstop
$131Frontier
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Nov 25
Frontier Logo
11:00 am - 7:36 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ONT Ontario
8h 36m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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3:55 pm - 5:31 pmONT  Ontario-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 36mnonstop
$150Frontier
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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6:35 am - 8:00 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ONT Ontario
1h 25mnonstop
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7:05 pm - 8:35 pmONT  Ontario-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 30mnonstop
$190Southwest
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
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5:05 pm - 6:25 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ONT Ontario
1h 20mnonstop
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1:30 pm - 2:55 pmONT  Ontario-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 25mnonstop
$190Southwest
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
Southwest Logo
3:15 pm - 9:40 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ONT Ontario
6h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:25 am - 7:50 amONT  Ontario-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 25mnonstop
$193Southwest
Fri, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 8
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 9:57 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ONT Ontario
2h 57m1 stop San Francisco
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6:00 am - 9:29 amONT  Ontario-SMF Sacramento Intl
3h 29m1 stop San Francisco
$221United Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
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5:30 am - 12:17 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ONT Ontario
6h 47m1 stop Salt Lake City
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5:04 pm - 11:50 pmONT  Ontario-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 46m1 stop Salt Lake City
$223Delta
Thu, Dec 10 - Fri, Jan 1
United Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 9:38 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ONT Ontario
3h 18m1 stop San Francisco
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6:00 am - 9:39 amONT  Ontario-SMF Sacramento Intl
3h 39m1 stop San Francisco
$252United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Sacramento to Ontario flights

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

Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Ontario typically range from $257 to $400. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $113, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Ontario. It’s 22% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Ontario?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Ontario at $239 round-trip.
•November ($399) and December ($359) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 66% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Sacramento to Ontario the cheapest?

Flights from Sacramento to Ontario are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 58% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Sacramento to Ontario

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Southwest

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Frontier

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Jennifer Simonson

Jennifer Simonson

Expert on ONT

Jennifer Simonson is driven by her lifelong commitment to exploring the globe. Her insatiable curiosity had led her to immerse herself into diverse locations like Oklahoma City and Pismo. Her hotel recommendations are the result of the myriad hotels she's stayed at across her travels. Along her journey, she cherishes engaging conversations with locals, indulging in the finest ice cream, trying her hand at surfing, and embarking on nature-filled hikes.

Bill Fink

Bill Fink

Expert on SMF

Bill is an award-winning travel writer with extensive credits covering airlines and the aviation industry for publications including AARP, AFAR, The Points Guy and Yahoo. Based in Portland, Oregon, Bill has traveled to more than 75 countries - and been late for his flight in most of them. He once achieved top-level frequent flier status for all of American, Delta and United Airlines during a single year.

Key details for Sacramento to Ontario flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$50
Beat the crowds with an average 36% drop in travelers.
One-way flight from Sacramento to Ontario

When to book flights from Sacramento to Ontario

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Your Sacramento to Ontario 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 Ontario?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 5:45 am and lands at 7:09 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:55 pm and lands at 12:19 am.

    The flight takes about 1h 24m.

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Sacramento to Ontario?

    A nonstop flight from Sacramento to Ontario takes 1h 24m, covering 390 miles.

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

    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 Ontario flight?

    Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Ontario range from $257 to $400, with an average of $314 over the past 12 months. Anything below $257 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Sacramento to Ontario flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 79% above the $314 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $223 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $312 for nonstop.

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

    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 Ontario?

    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 Ontario spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Sacramento to Ontario flights, with 51% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, afternoon flights for 16%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Sacramento to Ontario flights?

    JetBlue is the only airline on the Sacramento to Ontario route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

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

    One-way fares from Sacramento to Ontario are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $88, which is 57% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Ontario Airport (ONT)?

    Ontario Airport (ONT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $18 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Fox
    • Thrifty
    • Europcar
    • Dollar
    • Alamo

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

    Flights from Sacramento to Ontario usually depart from Sacramento Intl (SMF) and arrive at Ontario (ONT).

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

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

    • San Francisco (SFO) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 11% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from Sacramento to Ontario. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $248 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $354, a difference of $106.

    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 Ontario?

    2 airlines operate flights between Sacramento and Ontario. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Southwest
    • Frontier

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

    Flying via San Francisco (SFO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 14m, compared with 5h 50m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 14h 11m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

  • What popular places can I visit in Ontario?

    Some of the most popular sights in Ontario are Ontario Convention Center and Cucamonga-Guasti Regional Park. These are among the most viewed places in Ontario on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating Sacramento to Ontario 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 Ontario 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.

  • How do I get to downtown Ontario, CA, from Ontario International Airport (ONT)?

    Several transportation options connect ONT and downtown Ontario, CA. Travelers can use Southern California bus and rail services or choose taxis, limos, car rentals and rideshare apps. Omnitrans Route 61 serves both ONT and downtown Ontario, with a local fare of $2.00. Rideshare service to downtown Ontario is estimated at $15–20.

  • What long-term parking options are available at SMF?

    SMF has three long-term parking options: the Economy Lots, the Daily Lot and Garage 1. Garage 1 offers covered parking for Terminals A and B. The Daily Lot is located before the garage entrance on Airport Boulevard. The Economy Lots are south, east and west of the terminals, with shuttle service to both terminals.

  • Does SMF offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, free Wi-Fi is available at SMF through the "FlySacramento" network. Multiple internet kiosks are also located in different terminals for browsing or finishing work before boarding.

Your guide to booking Sacramento to Ontario 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 Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $248, about $106 less than Monday fares (30% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 58% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sacramento to Ontario trip for January. Fares historically average $239 round-trip in that month - typically $160 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Denver Intl Airport (DEN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $223 round-trip on this route - about $89 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Ontario Airport.

    • Azure Hotel & Suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
    • La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ontario Airport
    • Ontario Airport Inn
  • To get from downtown Sacramento to Sacramento International Airport (SMF), take SacRT Airport Express Bus Route 142 for direct service to Terminals A and B. You can also use Yolobus Routes 42A or 42B between downtown Sacramento and the airport. Taxis, car rentals and rideshare services are other options.
  • If you're traveling with an infant, use one of the several baby care rooms in Terminals 2 and 4 at Ontario International Airport (ONT). They offer a soothing space to breastfeed or change your baby's diaper after you land.
  • If you have reduced mobility or another disability, Ontario International Airport (ONT) offers multiple elevators, wheelchair services, relay service for deaf travelers, accessible parking and restrooms. ONT is designed to make getting around easier.
  • Traveling through Sacramento International Airport (SMF) with a dog is straightforward. Keep your dog leashed and under your control and use one of the multiple pet relief areas inside or outside the airport. Each station includes waste bags for disposal.
  • If you arrive at Sacramento International Airport (SMF) early, head to the Escape Lounge in Terminal B on the Upper Level after security to relax while you wait for your flight.

Prefer to fly direct from Sacramento to Ontario?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Sacramento Intl Airport to Ontario Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Sacramento Intl to Ontario

Monday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Tuesday

Southwest

Southwest

Wednesday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Thursday

Southwest

Southwest

Friday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Saturday

Southwest

Southwest

Sunday

Southwest

Southwest

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Direct returns

Ontario to Sacramento Intl

Monday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Tuesday

Southwest

Southwest

Wednesday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Thursday

Southwest

Southwest

Friday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Saturday

Southwest

Southwest

Sunday

Southwest

Southwest

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