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Cheapest round-trip
$509
Typical prices: $404-$569
United Airlines
Wed 11/7Sun 11/11
SAF - SMF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$367
Typical prices: $249-$418
United Airlines
Fri 9/28
SAF - SMF • 1 stop
When to travel
February
Cheapest • 45% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Cheapest • Avg $400 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 5h 52m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Fe to Sacramento (SAF-SMF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Fe to Sacramento

Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11
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1:26 pm - 5:40 pmSAF  Santa Fe-SMF Sacramento Intl
5h 14m1 stop Denver Intl
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4:08 pm - 9:45 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-SAF Santa Fe
16h 37m1 stop Denver Intl
$509United Airlines
Thu, Feb 4 - Thu, Feb 11
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1:20 pm - 9:03 pmSAF  Santa Fe-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 43m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
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5:25 am - 12:40 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-SAF Santa Fe
6h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
$511United Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11
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7:00 am - 2:53 pmSAF  Santa Fe-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 53m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
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7:05 pm - 9:45 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-SAF Santa Fe
13h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
$515United Airlines
Thu, Feb 4 - Thu, Feb 11
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5:43 pm - 10:53 pmSAF  Santa Fe-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 10m1 stop Los Angeles
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10:06 am - 3:02 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-SAF Santa Fe
3h 56m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$516American Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11
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7:00 am - 2:53 pmSAF  Santa Fe-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 53m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
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2:15 pm - 9:45 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-SAF Santa Fe
18h 30m2 stops San Francisco Denver Intl
$520United Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11
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3:20 pm - 9:00 pmSAF  Santa Fe-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
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10:55 am - 9:45 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-SAF Santa Fe
21h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
$591United Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11
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7:00 am - 2:53 pmSAF  Santa Fe-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 53m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
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7:05 pm - 9:45 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-SAF Santa Fe
13h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
$597United Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11
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7:00 am - 2:53 pmSAF  Santa Fe-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 53m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
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2:15 pm - 9:45 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-SAF Santa Fe
18h 30m2 stops San Francisco Denver Intl
$602United Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11
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3:20 pm - 9:00 pmSAF  Santa Fe-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
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10:55 am - 9:45 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-SAF Santa Fe
21h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
$664United Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11
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3:20 pm - 9:00 pmSAF  Santa Fe-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
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10:17 am - 8:29 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-SAF Santa Fe
9h 12m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
$669United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Fe to Sacramento flights

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

Round-trip flights from Santa Fe to Sacramento start at $509. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $404 to $569. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $509 on United Airlines.

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Key details for Santa Fe to Sacramento flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$367
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 16% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 48% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Santa Fe to Sacramento

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Santa Fe to Sacramento based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Santa Fe to Sacramento flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

    Flights from Santa Fe to Sacramento usually depart from Santa Fe (SAF) and arrive at Sacramento Intl (SMF).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Santa Fe to Sacramento:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    Connecting flights from Santa Fe to Sacramento most commonly pass through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 77% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 23% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 56% on the Santa Fe to Sacramento route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $359 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $803, a difference of $444. 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 popular places can I visit in Sacramento?

    Some of the most popular sights in Sacramento are Golden 1 Center, UC Davis Medical Center and Sacramento Capitol Park. These are among the most viewed places in Sacramento on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Santa Fe to Sacramento?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Santa Fe to Sacramento. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 42m and 5h 52m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Santa Fe to Sacramento?

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Santa Fe to Sacramento changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $509 to $882. That means the highest observed fare was about 73% higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Santa Fe to Sacramento are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $536, which is 49% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 42m, compared with 5h 52m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between Santa Fe and Sacramento?

    Sacramento is 1 hour behind Santa Fe (Pacific Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF)?

    Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Payless

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Santa Fe to Sacramento flight?

    Round-trip flights from Santa Fe to Sacramento range from $404 to $569, with an average of $479 over the past 12 months. Anything below $404 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Santa Fe to Sacramento flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $359 - about $444 less than Thursday (55% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Fe to Sacramento trip for February. Fares historically average $264 round-trip in that month - typically $445 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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