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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$241
Typical prices: $229-$364
Frontier
Sat 10/31Sat 11/7
SMF - PHX • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$246
Typical prices: $247-$377
Southwest
Sat 9/5Tue 9/8
SMF - PHX • Non-stop
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American Basic Economy is carry-on only; Main Cabin Extra adds early boarding.
On American, a smaller carry-on may avoid gate checks on some Sacramento-Phoenix flights.
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Cheapest • Avg $170 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 25m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Phoenix (SMF-PHX)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Sacramento to Phoenix 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.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sacramento to Phoenix

Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7
Frontier Logo
11:45 am - 11:47 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
12h 02m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:05 am - 6:20 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
11h 15m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Los Angeles
$241Frontier
Fri, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 13
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11:35 am - 8:00 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
20h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:56 pm - 10:40 amPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
13h 44m1 stop Denver Intl
$241Frontier
Tue, Feb 2 - Mon, Feb 8
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12:30 pm - 5:00 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
3h 30m1 stop Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
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7:50 pm - 10:20 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
3h 30m1 stop Los Angeles
$241Southwest
Wed, Nov 18 - Sat, Nov 21
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10:52 am - 7:40 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
7h 48m1 stop San Diego
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8:18 pm - 12:41 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
17h 23m1 stop San Diego
$243Alaska Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Tue, Sep 8
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2:40 pm - 4:40 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
2h 00mnonstop
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7:30 am - 9:30 amPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
2h 00mnonstop
$246Southwest
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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1:29 pm - 10:35 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
8h 06m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:06 am - 12:41 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 35m1 stop San Diego
$247Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16
American Airlines Logo
9:54 am - 11:56 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
2h 02mnonstop
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7:15 am - 9:24 amPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
2h 09mnonstop
$252American Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 17
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1:01 pm - 2:53 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
1h 52mnonstop
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8:35 pm - 10:40 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
2h 05mnonstop
$252American Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Wed, Dec 9
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 11:56 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
3h 56m1 stop San Diego
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3:15 pm - 7:02 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
4h 47m1 stop San Diego
$255Alaska Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 15
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11:35 am - 7:51 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
8h 16m1 stop Denver Intl
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12:13 pm - 6:18 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 05m1 stop San Diego
$258Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Sacramento to Phoenix flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Sacramento to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport from Sacramento usually cost between $289 and $536 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $241 on Frontier (Sep 4-Sep 6).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

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

For Sacramento to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Sunday is the most expensive. Flying from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport back to Sacramento, the best deals are generally found on Saturday, with Sunday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sacramento to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport, 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport is October, where tickets cost $266 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $398 and $393 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Sacramento to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $313, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sacramento to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport, 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 41% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 11 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Sacramento to Phoenix

 
AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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.

Laura Ratliff

Laura Ratliff

Expert on PHX

Laura Ratliff is a New York-based writer and editor. She lives in downtown Brooklyn with her husband and their beloved dogs. Originally from Texas, she now considers New York City her home. She typically spends more than 200,000 miles on a plane each year and stays in plenty of hotels.

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.

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Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$65
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 11% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 6% increase in price.
Flight from Sacramento to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport

When to book flights from Sacramento to Phoenix

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sacramento to Phoenix based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from Sacramento to Phoenix: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Sacramento to Phoenix 
LoriFlew with American Airlines-Jan 2026
If you have a rollerboard, at least 50% of the time it won't fit in the overhead (regional jet) and have to be gate checked. I travel with a half size bag if i am spending no more than 4 days away and it fits in the overhead. That saves a lot of time when you have a connection and don't have to wait for your bag.
MelissaFlew with American Airlines-Jun 2024
Make sure you have extended time if you are connecting in Phoenix. The terminals are at least a 15/20 minute walk between each other.

FAQs for booking Sacramento to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport flights

  • Where can I breastfeed my baby while waiting for my flight at SMF?

    While waiting for your flight to Phoenix at SMF, you can breastfeed your baby privately in one of two baby care rooms available at the airport. In Terminal A, one is located near Gate A10, while in Terminal B, the other is near Gate B15.

  • What are some of the locations I should check out while at SMF?

    SMF has several exciting locations you can check out as you wait for your flight. Escape Lounge is a well-run lounge in the airport with two locations worth visiting. Available in Terminal A next to Gate 10 and in Terminal B post-security, these lounges boast comfy seats, immaculate amenities, and a wide variety of meals and drinks. To enter either, you’ll need to part with some money at the door. The Massage Bar is another exciting destination at SMF. Located in Terminal B, it offers superb massage therapies.

  • Does PHX have an on-site airport?

    PHX does not have an on-site airport. However, if you’d like to stay near this airport, there are various hotels you can check out. These hotels include Aloft Phoenix Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Phoenix Airport, Crown Plaza Airport, and Hyatt Place Tempe Phoenix Airport. Given that they offer complimentary airport shuttle services, you will enjoy a free ride to PHX on the day you’d like to fly from this airport.

  • Is PHX an accessible airport?

    PHX is one of the most accessible airports in the US. If you have limited mobility, you can rest assured of having an easy time moving, as it has ramps, wheelchairs, and lifts. You can also rest assured of easily relieving yourself, as it boasts ADA-compliant toilets spread across its facilities.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sacramento to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sacramento to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport was $65 for a one-way ticket and $241 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Sacramento and Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

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

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Sacramento to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

    American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, Delta, and Sun Country Air offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Sacramento to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sacramento to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Sacramento to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sacramento to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Sacramento and Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Sacramento to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

    There are nonstop flights from Sacramento to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Sacramento to Phoenix, Southwest or Alaska Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sacramento to Phoenix are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $380 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $321 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sacramento to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

    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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

    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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport with an airline and back to Sacramento with another airline. Booking your flights between Sacramento and PHX 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

    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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $187 or less one-way and $356 or less round-trip.
  • To board your flight to Phoenix in Sacramento, you’ll have to make your way to Sacramento International Airport (SMF). To travel to this airport from Sacramento’s city center, you can board a bus or a taxi. If you’re on a budget, you should board one of the buses that serve this route, while if you’d like to travel quickly, you should take a taxi.
  • At SMF, you can park your car for the entire duration you’ll be away, as the airport’s Daily Lot and Economy Lot boast long-term parking spots. Kindly note that if you plan on being away for more than three weeks, you should inform the airport’s parking office of your intentions before leaving.
  • Like other major airports in the country, SMF usually has long security lines. Hence, on the day you’re due to fly to Phoenix, you should get to SMF at least 2h before your flight’s departure time to clear the line you encounter way before your flight.
  • In Phoenix, you’ll disembark from your flight at Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX). To conveniently move from this airport to central Phoenix, you should board the PHX Sky Train, an around-the-clock train that runs between Terminals 3 and 4. Accessible from all three terminals, the Sky Train will drop you at Valley Metro Rail Station. At this station, you’ll quickly find a metro train to transport you to Central Phoenix.
  • If you’d like to pray before leaving PHX, you can do so at the airport’s chapel. Open 24/7 on Level 3 of Terminal 4, you can visit this chapel, regardless of your faith, as it is an interfaith chapel.

Prefer to fly direct from Sacramento to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Sacramento Intl to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl.
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Direct departures

Sacramento Intl to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Tuesday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Wednesday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Thursday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Friday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Saturday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Sunday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

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Direct returns

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl to Sacramento Intl

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Tuesday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Wednesday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Thursday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Friday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Saturday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Sunday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

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