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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Philadelphia

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Sacramento to Philadelphia that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Sacramento to Philadelphia

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Sacramento to Philadelphia.
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Spirit Airlines Logo
10:41 am - 5:55 amSMF-PHL
16h 14m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
10:48 am - 6:42 pmPHL-SMF
10h 54m1 stop
$166Spirit Airlines
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Tue, May 20 - Fri, May 30
Spirit Airlines Logo
10:41 am - 5:55 amSMF-PHL
16h 14m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
6:00 pm - 9:46 amPHL-SMF
18h 46m1 stop
$186Spirit Airlines
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Tue, May 13 - Tue, May 20
Delta Logo
1:58 pm - 11:58 pmSMF-PHL
7h 00m1 stop
Delta Logo
4:57 pm - 10:55 pmPHL-SMF
8h 58m1 stop
$307Delta
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Tue, May 27 - Tue, Jun 3
Delta Logo
12:09 pm - 10:55 pmSMF-PHL
7h 46m1 stop
Delta Logo
7:05 am - 12:33 pmPHL-SMF
8h 28m1 stop
$325Delta
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Tue, Jun 3 - Sat, Jun 7
American Airlines Logo
11:53 am - 10:54 pmSMF-PHL
8h 01m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 10:01 amPHL-SMF
8h 01m1 stop
$361American Airlines
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Tue, Jul 1 - Mon, Jul 7
Southwest Logo
12:35 pm - 10:10 pmSMF-PHL
6h 35m1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:10 am - 1:15 pmPHL-SMF
10h 05m2 stops
$375Southwest
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Tue, Jun 3 - Sat, Jun 7
Southwest Logo
5:35 am - 5:45 pmSMF-PHL
9h 10m2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:10 am - 1:15 pmPHL-SMF
10h 05m2 stops
$390Southwest
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Tue, Jun 3 - Sat, Jun 7
United Airlines Logo
2:15 pm - 12:14 amSMF-PHL
6h 59m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:33 pm - 11:43 pmPHL-SMF
8h 10m1 stop
$407United Airlines
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Tue, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 10
United Airlines Logo
10:31 am - 12:14 amSMF-PHL
10h 43m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 1:09 pmPHL-SMF
8h 09m1 stop
$412United Airlines
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Tue, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 10
American Airlines Logo
1:09 am - 11:52 amSMF-PHL
7h 43m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 11:23 amPHL-SMF
8h 08m1 stop
$430American Airlines
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Thu, Jun 5 - Thu, Jun 12
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Sacramento to Philadelphia flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sacramento to Philadelphia to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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Planning a trip from Sacramento to Philadelphia? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Philadelphia?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Sacramento to Philadelphia clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Philadelphia on a Wednesday and more expensive on a Sunday. On your return trip to Sacramento, you should consider flying back on a Wednesday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Philadelphia?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sacramento to Philadelphia, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Sacramento to Philadelphia is September, where tickets cost $298 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $467 and $456 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sacramento to Philadelphia?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Sacramento to Philadelphia, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Sacramento to Philadelphia, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 22 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonJanuary
High seasonJune
Cheapest flight$72
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 6% increase in price.
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Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sacramento to Philadelphia based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Sacramento to Philadelphia

  • How can I fly from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)?

    There are no nonstop flights from Sacramento to Philadelphia—all flights have at least one stop. Among KAYAK users, the most popular layover city for this route is Las Vegas.

  • How do I get from downtown Sacramento to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)?

    Sacramento Airport (SMF) is located 10 miles northwest of downtown Sacramento. Downtown Sacramento is about 15 minutes from the airport by car, so you can easily take a taxi or rideshare like Uber. Public transportation is also available to SMF.

  • How do I contact lost and found at the Philadelphia Airport (PHL)?

    If you leave any personal items at a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) checkpoint in the airport, they will be taken to the lost and found department at Philadelphia Airport. You can find this section in Terminals C and D near communication center.

  • What is the best way to get to downtown Philadelphia from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)?

    There are several ways to get from Philadelphia Airport to downtown Philadelphia. Regional Rail's Airport Line Service is the best way to travel into the city from Philadelphia International Airport. The line stops at all major airport terminals, University City, Center City along Market Street, and Temple University. All stations served by the Airport Line are easily accessible and wheelchair friendly.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sacramento to Philadelphia?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sacramento to Philadelphia was $72 for a one-way ticket and $166 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Sacramento and Philadelphia?

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sacramento to Philadelphia?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sacramento to Philadelphia?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Sacramento and Philadelphia, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Philadelphia from Sacramento?

    Phoenix is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Sacramento to Philadelphia.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Sacramento to Philadelphia, Delta or Southwest?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sacramento to Philadelphia are Delta and Southwest. With an average price for the route of $413 and an overall rating of 8.0, Delta is the most popular choice. Southwest is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $514 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sacramento to Philadelphia?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Sacramento to Philadelphia.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sacramento to Philadelphia?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Philadelphia from Sacramento is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sacramento to Philadelphia?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Philadelphia with an airline and back to Sacramento with another airline. Booking your flights between Sacramento and PHL can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sacramento to Philadelphia?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Philadelphia from Sacramento up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Sacramento to Philadelphia

  • If you're taking an early morning flight to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), don't worry about spending the night at a hotel near the Sacramento International Airport (SMF). You can stay inside the airport late at night since there are benches and several comfortable sofas near the Terminal B light rail station. The terminals are kept clean for accommodation, with a variety of chairs to choose from in the landside areas. If you're looking for an even quieter place to relax, the sanctuary near the checkpoints in SMF Terminal A is perfect, or you can find comfortable sofas. There is always security nearby to make sure you're safe.
  • When you are hungry, Sacramento International Airport (SMF) has several lounges where you get services after making the payment at the entrance. You can grab your favorite meal or drink at Escape Lounges, located at airside, Terminal A, Terminal B, or Gate 10, when you just turn left after security.
  • Smoking is not allowed in public spaces at either of the airports, including inside. This also includes the use of e-cigarettes and perfumed vapes. However, there are designated areas outside of the terminals where smoking is allowed. If you have a connecting flight, you must smoke outside the terminal and go through security again before boarding your next flight.
  • Passengers who would like hotels that offer shuttles services after their flight from Sacramento (SMF) to Philadelphia (PHL) may reserve a room at the Wyndham Garden Hotel which is conveniently located approximately 5 miles from the Philadelphia International Airport.
  • If you need to pick up a rental car when you arrive in Philadelphia, simply head to the car-rental center. The car-rental center is located in the airport, so you don’t need to catch a shuttle to a different location. The car-rental center is open 24/7. Another option is to book car rental services on KAYAK.

Top 5 airlines serving from Sacramento to Philadelphia

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Sacramento to Philadelphia. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4294 reviews
8.0Comfort
8.2Boarding
7.6Entertainment
8.6Crew
7.1Food
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It was a perfect flight in all aspects! Both legs!

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Apr 2025LGB - SMF
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It was a perfect flight in all aspects! Both legs!

Great flight, 47 passengers on a 180 seat plane. Stewardess was pleasant and cheerful.

I liked the crew member who gave flight instructions on "in case of a problem:. The seats are so small that only a young teenager could sit in middle seat.

Great flight staff. Ease of boarding. Overall, very uneventful and easy trip.

Employees were kind and funny, as always! Flight was late but no announcements were made for people with tight connections to help them transition quickly. No service due to turbulence.

I recently flew Southwest from San Jose to Honolulu. I was very impressed with the flight crew, especially the flight attendant in charge of the front of the plane. She came through the aisle at least five times for drinks and water, and two times for snacks. I have not seen such service since I flew first class. Also, for the first time, they gave us the correct baggage claim number, and the luggage came out quickly. I can't wait for Southwest to have assigned seating! I absolutely hate the Cattle Call boarding procedure and the mad dash to get seats and overhead bins. However, the boarding was efficient.

We had a nice flight. Boarding was easy, our seats were comfortable and the on board service was pleasant.

Service was great, boarding and exiting went smoothly, and the flight was very pleasant.

Was as expected. Crowed planes. Too many carryons delaying takeoff. But the ride only took an hour and saved me a lot of time SFO is a not a great airport.

Was as expected. Crowed planes. Too many carryons delaying takeoff. But the ride only took an hour and saved me a lot of time SFO is a hell hole of an airport. It is the new LaGuardia. Everything Cobbled together. Security gates closed. Terri directional signage

Delta flight was on time, seats were comfortable, and crew was nice.

Thank you for not flipping the plane on the run way. You guys get a 5 star rating for the flight!!!

Boarding is, as it always is… horrible. Gate lice. Slow moving zones. Too many people with carry ons

This was the second flight this week with flight attendant Marcus I’m not sure if his last name is Lane or Lang but this guy is awesome. He funny, attentive and his service is 5 stars. Marcus makes business travel more enjoyable !

It was terrible, if they ran flights on time it would make a big difference.

Delta seems to be improving in many areas, except they are super bad with the food available. Bring back normal food service on long flights.

I actually received a notification from kayak on email but not one by text from Delta when my departure gait changed and I almost missed my flight

New boarding doesn't make sense. Filling front first is slow.

Delta flight was great from the check in all the way to arrival. However, I had a very bad experience. I requested a wheelchair and the wheelchair employee that went to pick me up from the plane in Boston to bring me to the baggage claims told me I have to pay him. I was under the impression that it was a free service and I usually give tips but the person forced me to pay and since I said no because I was upset with his demand when my daughter walked in to pick me up he demanded payment from my daughter who paid him thinking maybe now it is a charged service.

Horrible. Grateful to be alive but spent 13 hours at airport only to return back to my familys house and flight changed to next day. They tried to fix a part on plane, had no back up plane and after 10 hours , reattempted the flight and it STILL wasn't fixed. We got a meal voucher and rescheduled flight but there should be some other compensation for the 15 hours spent in airport

The gate was too far away for the connecting flight

Compared with other carriers business class for an overnight was not worth the extra expense.

Easy to board. Flight was super crowded though so I didn't sleep well on that cross country red-eye flight. The aisles seem ot have gotten narrower and the seat smaller whn luggage and people are getting bigger so it would be AWESOME to have more space and breathing room in general ;)

Pilot Erika DeLong made us feel safe and at ease in a frankly scary time to be flying. Her warm smile and greeting and excellent command of the aircraft in foggy bumpy weather helped us all to calm our nerves and get us home safely.

Plenty of room for me and the cat in Premium Economy. Seat was comfortable. Boarding was a breeze. The lady at the special check-in desk was great, super helpful and professional.

Wish movie and music choices changed more often. Mostly same from a month or two ago when I last flew.

It was good. Just that the seats could not be reclined. The people behind were not ready to let the chairs be reclined

Plane left & arrived early- 5 Crew great. Wi fi - paid for 2, only 1 worked - so so. Waste of $. Coolie was good

There was no USB plug in my section of the plane. So I could not charge my phone. Also, there was no screen to watch movie or anything like that. Wish I had known that in advance, I would’ve brought my iPad.

Made all groups except 2 check despite ample bin space. Inflight WiFi and entertainment didn’t work most of the time.

Wonderful as usual except for other guests that were unruly and not kept in check by the Crew.

This was an overnight flight. There was no meal service in first class, just a simple snack basket was offered along with beverages. There should have been some type of continental breakfast prior to arrival in PHL. As an Executive Platinum American Airlines Advantage member, I received no name recognition from the first class flight attendant. When disembarking at PHL, the flight attendants were more interested in their cell phones than saying "thank you" to the passengers as they disembarked.

the pilot that landed this flight in Philadelphia did an amazing job, the weather was absolutely terrible and we landed safely.

The flight was just perfect! We left a few minutes early, had a smooth flight and fortunately had landed before the terrible accident that took off from North Philadelphia airport shortly thereafter.

Timely boarding process, made up for lost time even after a lengthy wait for de-icing

My seat was wonky...hard and not much padding. I sat next to the Jumpseat for the flight attendant. Thoroughly enjoyed not have a third seat in that row! Flight attendants were amazing. I couldn't answer the "food quality" question as there is no food served on my short flight. I commend the pilot as I know it was super gusty when we landed. Thanks

I think I paid for an extra legroom seat and to be honest, there was not a lot of space available for my not very long legs. The flight was totally full and the staff did everything possible to meet the needs of all passengers. My only concern was for the size and spacing of my seat.

I chatted with the captain before the flight, and similarly during the welcome announcement, he warned of a turbulent flight that may impact the in-flight service. However, once at altitude, he announced that the weather changed and he immediately turned off the seatbelt sign. But it appeared the cabin crew had already decided to take off this flight. They remained seated and then just chatted in the galley. The flight was fully catered, but only first class received service.

My flight attendant was attentive! The elderly person next to me was flatulent and the flight attendant could see that I was in distress and brought me some face masks

Overall flight was as expected. It would have been better with a couple options for snack instead of only one item and if there was a TV or music as option. But overall satisfied.

terrible service, no room for a dog underfoot, a broken chair that is impossible to sit on and all this costs a lot of money

It was fast but uncomfortable seats. Had to pay a bit extra not sure why? Maybe in selection of all my 4 tix together ? Just knew I had a balance before getting boarding pass online when departing from satx ? And flight was delayed..

Last minute 2-3 hr delay in flight schedule; no explanation Unexpected extra $52 charge What's the benefit of choosing a cheap airline if you trick people last minute and force them to pay extra last minute? Did not appreciate being cornered.

Seats are uncomfortable and too close together. Also, you missed my connection in Vegas on the way back and I ended up sleeping in the airport, flying back to Burbank instead of LAX and I got home 12 hours late.

Surprising everything went well. Nice attendants and fast getting on and off the plane. Overall, was happy with the experience.

Non-professional acting crew, Very uncomfortable seats…!! Very bad pricing with all the add-ons for seat choice, luggage fees, etc….soon you’ll charge extra for oxygen. The ticket price means Nothing because in the end, the actual amount i paid, i could have and will in the future continue to fly on a real airline…

With this price, I shouldn't complain on anything. I understand I have to pay for every services they provide. The plane could smell a little better. Advise them to use frebeeze to freshen up the interior a little bit.

Terrible. 1st and last flight on Spirit. Check in process was a nightmare. Despite arriving 1.6 hours before flight we had to be pulled from the ridiculously long line to “self check” our bags which took 10 min and required assistance. Seats are very uncomfortable , don’t move, no pockets, no entertainment, no wifi Basically like taking a time capsule back to the 70s. No thank you.

Absolutely Terrible. It was delay after delay after delay. I should have been arriving in Philadelphia at 12:05am from Fort Lauderdale instead I didn’t depart from Fort Lauderdale until 12:33am with no rhyme or reason as to why the flight was delayed. The only compensation we received were 12 dollar meal vouchers which by that time we were already boarding the plane and most of the place in the airport were closed so none of the vouchers got used because we were told that we could not use them on the plane .

They kept delaying us and not providing any information which cost us hundreds of dollars . We had an event to get to and missed our even that we had paid for along with lots of wasted time and money booking nee flights.

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