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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Raleigh (SMF-RDU)

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

Wed, Sep 10 - Wed, Sep 17
Spirit Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 9:36 amSMF-RDU
13h 21m2 stops
Spirit Airlines Logo
10:41 am - 11:56 pmRDU-SMF
16h 15m2 stops
$253Spirit Airlines
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Thu, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 16
Spirit Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 9:36 amSMF-RDU
13h 21m2 stops
Spirit Airlines Logo
10:41 am - 11:56 pmRDU-SMF
16h 15m2 stops
$262Spirit Airlines
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Fri, Jul 4 - Fri, Jul 18
Frontier Logo
6:48 pm - 6:00 amSMF-RDU
8h 12m1 stop
Frontier Logo
7:30 am - 5:46 pmRDU-SMF
13h 16m1 stop
$285Frontier
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Tue, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 8
American Airlines Logo
12:31 pm - 12:22 amSMF-RDU
8h 51m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
4:21 pm - 8:33 pmRDU-SMF
7h 12m1 stop
$289American Airlines
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Tue, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 8
American Airlines Logo
2:41 pm - 12:22 amSMF-RDU
6h 41m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
4:21 pm - 10:27 pmRDU-SMF
9h 06m2 stops
$294American Airlines
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Sun, Jun 29 - Thu, Jul 3
Frontier Logo
3:44 pm - 6:00 amSMF-RDU
11h 16m1 stop
Frontier Logo
7:30 am - 4:13 pmRDU-SMF
11h 43m1 stop
$305Frontier
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Fri, Jul 4 - Wed, Jul 16
Delta Logo
12:04 pm - 12:20 amSMF-RDU
9h 16m1 stop
Delta Logo
3:26 pm - 10:43 pmRDU-SMF
10h 17m1 stop
$338Delta
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Fri, Jul 4 - Wed, Jul 16
Delta Logo
11:00 am - 12:20 amSMF-RDU
10h 20m2 stops
Delta Logo
6:39 pm - 11:57 pmRDU-SMF
8h 18m1 stop
$343Delta
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Tue, Nov 4 - Sun, Nov 9
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 5:55 pmSMF-RDU
8h 55m2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:20 pm - 11:35 pmRDU-SMF
8h 15m1 stop
$352Southwest
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Tue, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 8
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 5:55 pmSMF-RDU
8h 55m2 stops
Southwest Logo
10:10 am - 6:10 pmRDU-SMF
11h 00m2 stops
$357Southwest
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Sacramento to Raleigh flights

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

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

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

When flying from Sacramento to Raleigh, you should consider leaving on a Tuesday and avoid Mondays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Sacramento, you’ll find the best rates on Saturdays and the most expensive ones on Thursdays.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sacramento to Raleigh, 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 Raleigh is September, where tickets cost $343 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are November and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $577 and $526 respectively.

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

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 Raleigh, 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 Raleigh, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
High seasonOctober
Cheapest flight$100
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 6% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Sacramento to Raleigh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sacramento to Raleigh 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 Raleigh

  • What is the luggage allowance on Alaska Airlines flights from Sacramento to Raleigh?

    The luggage allowance on Alaska Airlines flights from Sacramento to Raleigh typically includes one personal item and one carry-on bag at no additional cost. The maximum size allowance for the carry-on bag is 22 × 14 × 9 inches. The first checked bag fee can be waived for specific fare classes or for eligible credit card holders. The maximum weight allowed for each checked bag is typically 50 lbs.

  • Can I change or cancel flights from Sacramento to Raleigh?

    Yes, it is typically possible to change or cancel flights from Sacramento to Raleigh, but the specific policies and fees associated with changes and cancellations may vary by airline and fare type. Generally, American Airlines allows passengers to make changes or cancel their flights, but may charge fees or require certain fare types to be eligible for changes or cancellations.

  • How do I get from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to the city center?

    There are multiple transportation options available for travelers to get from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to the city center. Uber or taxi services are available from the airport to Downtown Raleigh and typically take around 20 minutes. The GoTriangle bus system also offers multiple routes with service to and from the airport. Route 100 runs directly to Downtown Raleigh and takes around 40 minutes. Rental cars are also available at the airport for travelers who prefer to drive themselves.

  • What services are offered to first-class passengers on United Airlines flights from Sacramento to Raleigh?

    First-class passengers on United Airlines flights from Sacramento to Raleigh are typically provided with a range of services designed to enhance their travel experience. United Airlines offers several types of premium cabin services, including United First, United Polaris, and United Business. Some of these services include priority boarding, spacious and comfortable seating, premium food and beverage options, in-flight entertainment, and personalized service.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sacramento to Raleigh?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sacramento to Raleigh was $100 for a one-way ticket and $253 for a round-trip.

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

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Sacramento to Raleigh. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Sacramento to Raleigh?

    When flying out of Sacramento you will be using Sacramento Intl. You will be landing at Raleigh, also known as Raleigh-Durham.

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sacramento to Raleigh?

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sacramento to Raleigh are Delta and Southwest. With an average price for the route of $391 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 $457 and an overall rating of 8.0.

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

    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 Raleigh.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Raleigh 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 Raleigh?

    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 Raleigh with an airline and back to Sacramento with another airline. Booking your flights between Sacramento and RDU 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 Raleigh?

    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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh

  • JetBlue Airlines allows small cats and dogs to travel in the cabin on flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Raleigh (RDU), as long as the combined weight of the pet and carrier does not exceed 20 lbs. Only dogs and cats are allowed on JetBlue flights, and a maximum of six pets are permitted per flight for all passengers.
  • Southwest Airlines offers a variety of services for passengers with reduced mobility on flights from Sacramento to Raleigh. These services include boarding assistance where airline personnel will help board and disembark the plane and help in stowing their carry-on bags, and assist with other tasks as needed.
  • Frontier Airlines offers a wide range of services for families traveling with kids on flights from Sacramento to Raleigh. The airline offers family seating to ensure that families are seated together on the flight, stroller assistance for families traveling with infants and in-flight entertainment that includes movies, and games suitable for kids.
  • Flights from Sacramento to Raleigh often have layovers in different cities based on the airline you choose. Some of these layovers include New York (JFK), Boston (BOS), Seattle (SEA), Portland (PDX), Denver (DEN), and Chicago (MDW).
  • American Airlines operates flights from Sacramento to Raleigh and aims to reduce its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions intensity by 45% and is investing in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) as part of a strategy to reduce its carbon footprint.

Top 5 airlines serving from Sacramento to Raleigh

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Sacramento to Raleigh. 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.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Sacramento to Raleigh? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4278 reviews
7.6Entertainment
8.0Comfort
7.1Food
8.2Boarding
8.6Crew
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Southwest is Southwest. No frills. If you're luck enough to get a happy crew (we did), then it makes for a nicer flight.

10.0 ExcellentMichael, Jun 2025SMF - SEA
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Southwest is Southwest. No frills. If you're luck enough to get a happy crew (we did), then it makes for a nicer flight.

The price of the tickets isn't matching the flight experience. No matter how long the flight is, you're only getting pretzels. The flight attendants looked unkept and over it.

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.

Most aspects were good however if they assign boarding zones they ought to enforce them or why bother? My luggage from SAN-JFK-MAD was lost in NY so I without my main bag for two days upon arrival in Spain. They were helpful in tracking it and eventually delivered it to my hotel. The flub was because of a delay upon arrival in NYC. I had booked 2 1/2 hours between flights but we had to hold on the taxiway for an hour after landing while waiting for a clear gate which likely caused the baggage error.

Excellent flight, the planes were newer, they did a nice job with boarding, great service overall.

Great service. Flight was delayed while we sat on the runway for a couple of hours. Weather related. Staff made is very bearable. The steward servicing the first class cabin was exceptional. Thank you! 💗

It would be nice if was given wires ear buds. Overall was a good experience was able to sleep on the plane

737-800 in first class was pretty dumpy. Seat had an uncomfortable angle, storage under the seat was blocked so even my very modest backpack didn't fit, power outlet was flaky. Weird tiny seat pockets that couldn't hold a gallon ziploc bag, emesis bag missing, etc. etc. No in-flight service due to turbulence. Crew was excellent, boarding was smooth despite a full flight.

Flight was delayed due to weather. Crew did a nice job of making us comfortable. No complain complaints.

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

Customer service at the gate in the flight was exceptional. On time. Aircraft and seat was decent. Thanks Delta. 💗

it was so bad. I tried to board my flight from vancouver to saskatoon. And to my surprise they did not board me cause the flight was changed and no email was send to me. and on my boarding pass which i got from seattle says different flight. I did not knew anyone from Vancouver, air canada crew was rude, i asked for today flight but they were rude and i had early morning dental appointment in saskatoon. I was so much in pain and my whole day is wasted today. and i suffered alot. They did provide me hotel but they did not provide me any food. I am really really disappointed first time had so bad experience with air canada. I may think twice to book it again. If i can get any reply or any composition that would be great. Thanks

Very comfortable (upgraded to business class). The audio on my screen didn’t work, but I managed to play the audio through my phone while watching the screen.

I was supposed to be on business class at first class from Denver back to Miami due to weather changes. I missed my connection and it’s put on a flight to Fort Lauderdale. Instead of honoring my business class/1st class ticket, they put me in coach, but there were two first class seats open. I think it’s absolutely disgusting that I paid for first class $1300 ticket and they put me in economy and they had to open seats available and I have still not been refunded the difference. I ended up having to eat a snack box instead of the meal I was supposed to get and did not get home till 2 AM so I think that’s a little pathetic that I had to live off crackers for dinner And my poor dog ate some cheese and salami. Oh yes, apparently when they switched me to the new flight they forgot to mention I had a service dog

Boarding seemed to be organized bedlam. For what ever reason, preboarding took longer than 20 minutes. Made the plane 20 minutes late taking off. Luckily we arrived on time. Flight crew seemed very friendly. Only slight turbulence.

The personnel were professional and friendly. The Boeing 737 Max 9 is too claustrophobic and was very warm at both airport gates, and still warm in the air.

While the staff was pleasant and helpful, the following observations are for your awareness. There was some delay on the tarmac on take off and landing. The paid lunch/food offerings were limited. Entertainment was only available on WiFi at a cost.

get E+, a must for 5 hours flight if you are tall

The first flight was better in terms of the aircraft.

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.

Cramped seats. FAA should make airlines have more legroom, for even short people complain

Eventless. It was a good flight and good crew. Can’t complaint.

In flight connectivity (via T-Mobile) was often not working.

We missed our flight. The boarding pass had the wrong gate and by the time we received the text from Kayak, our flight was already gone. I’ll never use Kayak again and will go direct to the airlines in the future.

There were five broken seats on the plane. The crew was very rude in telling people they had to get off the plane and get a flight the next day. No call for volunteers, but telling people they had to get off. One woman was flying with her elderly mother and daughter and was told she had to leave or all three had to leave. Fortunately, a volunteer offered to stay. The situation was handled poorly.

They lost my luggage and it didn’t get delivered until the next day.

3 hours late. Not even water offered on a 2.25 hour flight.

I have long legs, my foot was out in the aisle and when a flight attendant came walking by and I didn't notice, instead of saying "excuse me" or anything like that, she kicked my foot. Extremely rude

Cabin was roomy enough to easily slide my carry on under the seat in front of me!

Good experience but the snacks are not gluten free, so I cannot eat them.

Cancelled flight after I arrived at airport after 75 min drive and parking. Next flight was 4 days in the future. Had to scramble and buy a much more expensive flight on another carrier.

I liked the turn-style feature at gate 209B at LAX. Very efficient process. The gate staff also made several, clearly directed announcements so I felt very informed.

The seats were awful, hard plastic covered in sheet vinyl. The airline tries to scam you into paying extra to get seat together when the flight wasn’t full. They were going to separate a family with young children but my wife who had a row to herself gave up her seat so the young mom could be with her young boys. I’m never giving this airline my money again.

It was a short flight so no food or entertainment….

Frontier had yet another flight cancellation. Have never made a complete round trip with this airline without at least one leg getting cancelled. Miserable flights - dirty, uncomfortable planes that apparently always have issues since I've had multiple delays and cancellations with them.

Flight was delayed 3 times, would have been nice to have received text message instead of email notifications. Frontier app wasn’t even updated accordingly, no gate number disclosed. No agent at front desk of gate to inform of delay. Very confused and left if the dark

They changed the timing , first delayed by 4 hours then went back to 40 mins late, we had to run back to airport to not miss our flight. This is ridiculous

No frills for sure. No gate announcements about flight delay, not even water to drink on the flight.

I loked walking out on the tarmac to board and no first class. I didn't like that they have no snacks or onboard wifi to bide your time.

It was a redeye flight, so every passenger just wanted to sleep, but through the entire flight, the flight crew made announcements over the loudspeaker at maximum volume every few minutes making sleep impossible. For example: it’s 2am, and the crew decides to give an extremely detailed announcement about snacks and beverages for sale. And 3am is the perfect time to wake up everyone with a lengthy announcement about how to get a coffee refill and how to take advantage of new offer from frontier for a credit card.

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