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Cheapest round-trip
$449
Typical prices: $494-$1,098
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Sat 2/10Tue 2/13
SCE - SMF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$389
Typical prices: $428-$503
United Airlines
Sat 12/8
SCE - SMF • 1 stop
When to travel
Cheapest • 42% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $336 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 50m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from State College to Sacramento (SCE-SMF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from State College to Sacramento

Wed, Feb 10 - Sat, Feb 13
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3:00 pm - 9:06 pmSCE  State College University Park-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 06m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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6:50 am - 5:04 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-SCE State College University Park
7h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$449United Airlines
Wed, Feb 10 - Sat, Feb 13
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6:00 am - 1:43 pmSCE  State College University Park-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 43m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl San Francisco
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6:50 am - 5:04 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-SCE State College University Park
7h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$454United Airlines
Fri, Jan 1 - Wed, Jan 6
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5:35 pm - 12:45 amSCE  State College University Park-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:20 am - 7:03 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-SCE State College University Park
7h 43m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$479United Airlines
Fri, Jan 1 - Wed, Jan 6
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5:35 pm - 12:45 amSCE  State College University Park-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:28 am - 7:03 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-SCE State College University Park
9h 35m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$484United Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
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5:40 pm - 10:40 pmSCE  State College University Park-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:26 pm - 9:52 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-SCE State College University Park
11h 26m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl
$484United Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
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6:00 am - 6:53 pmSCE  State College University Park-SMF Sacramento Intl
15h 53m2 stops Philadelphia Los Angeles
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7:23 pm - 9:27 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-SCE State College University Park
11h 04m2 stops Los Angeles Philadelphia
$489American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
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6:00 pm - 10:41 pmSCE  State College University Park-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:20 am - 7:04 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-SCE State College University Park
7h 44m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$529United Airlines
Fri, Jan 1 - Wed, Jan 6
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8:30 am - 8:13 pmSCE  State College University Park-SMF Sacramento Intl
14h 43m2 stops Philadelphia Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:14 pm - 12:26 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-SCE State College University Park
15h 12m2 stops Los Angeles Philadelphia
$576American Airlines
Thu, Feb 18 - Mon, Feb 22
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7:40 am - 6:33 pmSCE  State College University Park-SMF Sacramento Intl
13h 53m2 stops Philadelphia Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:20 am - 10:27 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-SCE State College University Park
13h 07m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Philadelphia
$653American Airlines
Thu, Feb 18 - Sun, Feb 21
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6:00 am - 6:33 pmSCE  State College University Park-SMF Sacramento Intl
15h 33m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:20 am - 10:27 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-SCE State College University Park
13h 07m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Philadelphia
$705American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for State College to Sacramento flights

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

Round-trip flights from State College to Sacramento typically range from $494 to $1,098. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $449, on United Airlines.

Key details for State College to Sacramento flights

Cheapest flight

$389
The most popular month to fly with an average 21% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from State College to Sacramento

When to book flights from State College to Sacramento

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Your State College to Sacramento flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from State College to Sacramento.

  • How long is a flight from State College to Sacramento?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from State College to Sacramento. Flights with 1 layover take between 7h 50m and 9h 02m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from State College 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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a State College to Sacramento flight?

    Round-trip flights from State College to Sacramento range from $494 to $1,098, with an average of $584 over the past 12 months. Anything below $494 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from State College to Sacramento changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $449 to $2,293. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from State College to Sacramento are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $441, which is 5% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $59 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Payless

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

    Flights from State College to Sacramento usually depart from State College University Park (SCE) and arrive at Sacramento Intl (SMF).

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

    Connecting flights from State College to Sacramento most commonly pass through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 91% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 9% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 66% on flights from State College to Sacramento. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $568 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,660, a difference of $1,092.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 50m, compared with 9h 02m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • What is the time difference between State College and Sacramento?

    Sacramento is 3 hours behind State College (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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.

Your guide to booking State College to Sacramento 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $568, about $1,092 less than Monday fares (66% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your State College to Sacramento trip for December. Fares historically average $336 round-trip in that month - typically $1,324 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).

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