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Cheapest round-trip
$278
Typical prices: $310-$500
Frontier
Sat 9/19Tue 9/29
TPA - SMF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$139
Typical prices: $148-$269
Frontier
Tue 9/22
TPA - SMF • 1 stop
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Cheap Flights from Tampa to Sacramento (TPA-SMF)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Tampa to Sacramento 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Tampa to Sacramento

Sat, Sep 19 - Tue, Sep 29
Frontier Logo
8:01 pm - 10:40 am
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SMF
17h 39m
1 stop
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11:53 am - 4:53 pm
SMF
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TPA
26h 00m
1 stop
$278Frontier
Thu, Aug 20 - Wed, Aug 26
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9:02 pm - 10:57 am
TPA
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SMF
16h 55m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
11:42 am - 5:32 am
SMF
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TPA
14h 50m
1 stop
$280Frontier
Thu, Aug 20 - Wed, Aug 26
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9:02 pm - 10:57 am
TPA
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SMF
16h 55m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:03 am - 5:32 am
SMF
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TPA
18h 29m
2 stops
$335Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
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5:30 am - 10:57 am
TPA
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SMF
8h 27m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:13 am - 6:22 pm
SMF
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TPA
7h 09m
1 stop
$341Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 2
United Airlines Logo
4:16 pm - 9:00 pm
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SMF
7h 44m
1 stop
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1:06 pm - 11:15 pm
SMF
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TPA
7h 09m
1 stop
$426United Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
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3:10 pm - 7:35 pm
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SMF
7h 25m
1 stop
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12:10 pm - 9:35 pm
SMF
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TPA
6h 25m
1 stop
$432Southwest
Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 7
American Airlines Logo
5:13 pm - 11:34 pm
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SMF
9h 21m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
10:16 pm - 9:46 am
SMF
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TPA
8h 30m
1 stop
$435American Airlines
Fri, Sep 18 - Mon, Sep 21
United Airlines Logo
4:20 pm - 9:00 pm
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SMF
7h 40m
1 stop
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10:48 pm - 12:04 pm
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TPA
10h 16m
1 stop
$435United Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 2
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8:55 am - 2:50 pm
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SMF
8h 55m
1 stop
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5:10 am - 4:50 pm
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TPA
8h 40m
2 stops
$436Southwest
Sun, Sep 6 - Fri, Sep 11
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 3:59 pm
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SMF
11h 59m
2 stops
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6:00 am - 4:03 pm
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7h 03m
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$440American Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Tampa to Sacramento flights

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

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

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

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Sacramento from Tampa usually cost between $360 and $578 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $278 on Frontier (Sep 19-Sep 29).

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Tampa to Sacramento, 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 Tampa to Sacramento is January, where tickets cost $300 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $589 and $516 respectively.

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January

Cheapest flight

$139
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 30% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Tampa to Sacramento

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

  • What are some of the best ways to get from the Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to downtown Sacramento?

    One choice for travelers is to ride on the Line 142 bus operated by Sacramento Regional Transit, which makes the trip in around 17 minutes. When travelers prefer to take a taxi on this route, they should expect a trip time of around 15 minutes.

  • If I'm going to rent a car at Sacramento International Airport, where will I find my rental car company?

    All of the 10 or so rental car companies that operate at the airport do so with access via shuttle buses that run from the curbside at the terminal buildings around every 10 minutes. It is important to note that when you return your car, ride on the correct shuttle as there are shuttle buses that travel specifically to each terminal at the airport.

  • Can I use a rideshare service at the Sacramento International Airport, and where is the best place to meet my ride?

    Rideshare vehicles pick up passengers in Zone Six of the West Curb at Terminal A and they pick up passengers at Zone Two of the Lindbergh Drive Curb near Terminal B.

  • Are there any hotels that location close to the Sacramento International Airport?

    One of the best choices for a hotel that sits just to the south of the entrance to the airport along Interstate Five is the Four Points by Sheraton Sacramento International Airport, which offers a complimentary shuttle service to and from the airport.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Tampa to Sacramento?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Tampa to Sacramento was $139 for a one-way ticket and $278 for a round-trip.

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

    A passport is not required to fly from Tampa to Sacramento.

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

    Tampa and Sacramento are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Tampa from Tampa and will be arriving at Sacramento Intl.

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Tampa to Sacramento?

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Tampa to Sacramento are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $487 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $420 and an overall rating of 7.8.

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

    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 Tampa to Sacramento.

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

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

    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 Sacramento with an airline and back to Tampa with another airline. Booking your flights between Tampa and SMF 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 Tampa to Sacramento?

    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 Sacramento from Tampa 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 Tampa to Sacramento

  • One of the most convenient ways that travelers can make their way from the downtown Tampa area to the Tampa International Airport (TPA) without having to get behind the wheel of their own car is the travel of the Line 30 bus operated by Hillsborough Area Regional Transit they can have passengers at the airport in around 28 minutes.
  • If you plan on driving your own car to Tampa International Airport, one of the most convenient options for parking is to utilize the valet service at the airport. If instead, you are looking for the most cost-effective choice for parking, the Economy Garage and Lot offers the lowest daily rate and shuttle service to the airport. Passengers can book their parking online in advance on the airport's website.
  • Passengers looking for something to do before their flight from the Tampa International Airport should check out the extensive art collection found throughout the terminal buildings at the airport. One of the highlights of this collection is a huge sampling of stories created by local Tampa residents that hang in the atrium of the Main Terminal.
  • Military members taking a flight from Tampa International Airport should take the time to stop in at the central Florida USO center that travelers can find on Level Two right next to the ticketing counter for British Airways. Some of the amenities of the center include free food and beverages, a lounge featuring televisions, computers offering internet access, and a number of children's activities.
  • Passengers that plan on taking a service animal or a pet with them through the Tampa International Airport will find this airport features pet relief areas located past the security checkpoints in each of the airside buildings. There is also a pet relief area just outside of the exit on the baggage claim level.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Tampa to Sacramento

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Tampa to Sacramento. 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 Tampa to Sacramento? 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.
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4229 reviews
8.0Comfort
7.0Food
8.6Crew
7.5Entertainment
8.1Boarding
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Not having a five hour delay with little notice! The crew was very kind, though, and just as tired as we passengers were. The flight didn't depart until nearly 1 am...and no reason was ever given.

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, May 2026
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Not having a five hour delay with little notice! The crew was very kind, though, and just as tired as we passengers were. The flight didn't depart until nearly 1 am...and no reason was ever given.

Connecting flight is on time and boarding was a breeze!

It was a perfect flight in all aspects! Both legs!

Boarding process, crew were good. But the seats were so uncomfortable that was all I could focus on. I literally had to sit forward so that all 3 of us could fit in row. I will try to avoid Southwest in the future for any flights over 60 minutes.

The crew was nice. Boarding sucked. Instead of loading from the back to the front people just sat wherever and you had to wait for them to move to get to a seat. And the flight was 25 minutes delayed.

I boarded last because of my boarding assignment and was given a middle seat at the back of the plane. I’m 6”1” so it was really tight. I wish I just had a seat assignment instead of a general boarding group. My bag was way at the front and my seat at the back. Was never offered a beverage and had no room to move.

The cabin was very cold with the air conditioning on at a very high level. I used my phone app that displays room temperature and it registered 67 degrees.

Boarding was quick. The flight itself was good. However, no charging ports for cell phones. Also, the food provided was just a few snacks. For a 5-hr flight, I would expect at least a sandwich.

Delayed a hour and a bit because of some tape on the tail. They were good about letting us know but should have been done before we were scheduled to depart.

I arrived to the airport early. I found an earlier flight and went to the gate, the employee working at the gate was able to get me on the earlier flight at no charge and she was so friendly! She made my day!!!

Comfortable seats. Nice service online. Short flight, so not a lot of time to enjoy.

Boarding was quick and i made my connection early due to early arrival time

Left /arrived on time. Decent seat space. Like the wifi/plugs and entertainment. Windows and tray table were kinda gross. Attendants didn't start snack service til 40mins before landing. Two rows before us, captain came on to say there's turbulence and recalled staff to seats. So, no drink/snack. Later, attendants didn't stop to see if we had trash nor even look our way. Felt invisible! Almost all pilot announcements were not only unintelligible, but so quiet. We had no idea what she said.

The WiFi was horrific. I fly delta often and love their (usually reliable and free) WiFi. On this flight it was intermittent and when it did connect was extremely slow. I couldn’t get any work done while I was on the flight which was extremely frustrating. I was also in the exit row seat where there is now immediate seat in front of you, so while the leg room was nice, I couldn’t even watch the TV when the internet wasn’t working. Finally, for the last 20 mins of the flight, the announcement indicator came on the TV screens and took them over, even though no announcement was being made. Really disappointed.

Loved flying First Class. Very comfortable. The seat was amazing. Enjoyed a movie and was able to relax so much better than in coach.

Totally worth the miles to upgrade to Delta Comfort. Plenty of legroom.

This was my first time flying Delta ever and I had a great experience!

Was forced to check in my small carry on, even though I informed the crew it has very fragile items inside

This had nothing to do with Delta… The flights were on time and flawless. The service was excellent. We purchased seats in (aisle/middle) comfort plus since this was a cross country flight. Unfortunately, the woman seated at the window was 300+ pounds and, as might be expected, covered up about a third of the middle seat also. there was absolutely nothing that Delta could have done about that… I just don’t know what the answer should be. If you purchase a seat, you should should be able to use the entire seat and not just the portion that someone else is not sitting/oozing in. Disappointing…there should be something that could be done….I'm just not sure what solution could be.

Got on the plane and then needed to deboard the plane because they didn’t have any pilots?

Horrible I am at almost 2,000,000 miles on United. This was probably the worst flight ever. An hour and a half before takeoff I get a message that they’re changing the plane and I no longer have a seat in Polaris business Supposedly, there was a problem with the plane, but then there was no other plane Finally, they decided to bring a plane from Newark to Washington Dulles Of course the original flight was at 10:45 PM so by the time the plane got there it was 12:30 AM. It had not been cleaned. It had not been catered. They don’t really have people available to do those things when it’s not pre-programmed at 1 o’clock in the morning. The crew had to be changed And the new plane held 28 fewer people than the scheduled plane There is no way you can hate United Airlines enough The people at the gate were actually just fine, but it was management who was completely useless And did they send extra help to the people at the gate? Did they send supervisors? Of course not. Just don’t take United find somebody else or buy a boat

6 1/2 hours from Tampa to SFO on a Boeing 737. Cramped. No Service. No real food. One pass for coffee at the beginning and a second pass THREE hours later. And check-in in Tampa was nasty even by United standards. And I am at almost TWO million miles on United. It's a non-stop. But terrible service.

It's a short hop. My carryon was checked at the gate, I didn't have to drag it all over the airport. Excellent wheelchair assist.

Flights were on time actually early service was good and crew cheerful

United is one airline which regardless of how many separate United tickets in existence, if one flight breaks down, the airline will take care of all the flights.

Unbelievably poor service from flight attendants. They didn’t even do water service on a four hour flight. Just disrespectful.

My flight was delayed a very short period of time but they did not hold my connecting flight to San Diego, also through United. So they closed the doors before we got off our plane. They would only have to help the door open for another five to ten minutes. So I missed a court deadline for a manditory mediation settlement conference for my client. I had to get an associate to be there in person and be on the phone with him relaying what he needs to do the entire time. The court was very upset with me and so was my client. United cannot be trusted.

We were given vouchers we couldn’t use with a 5.5 hour delay

Boarding always seems a bit chaotic. Seat spacing could leave more for leg room.

I was refused to used the toilet closes to my seat and had to go to the back of the plane .. it was difficult for me I’m a wheelchair customer

The seats need better cushioning for a nearly 5-hour flight, it was a bit uncomfortable. I'm glad American has free wi-fi but there were was a bout 30 minutes in the middle of the flight when there was no connection which was frustrating.

Business class was very good, one of my best flights

Incredibly delayed. First delay was due to plane coming in being late. Resulted in 30 minute delay. Boarded and then had multiple mechanical issues. Was on plane for an hour until they told people they could get off if they wanted but couldn't come back. Then gate agent rushed in and said they had lost control of who went off and we would all have to deplane and then get back on. They said flight had not been cancelled. Then while sitting waiting to board again they announced it would take two hours to get new plane and to wait at new gate. New plane arrived, reboarded only to find out that pilots had timed out. Waited for new pilots. In that time one of the flight attendants timed out. Never received food or water while waiting. Was confusing mess as to what was happening. Even flight attendants and gate agents were getting frustrated. Almost 6 hours delayed. Called American to received flight credit but can't get anywhere as Kayak reservation and don't have a ticket number. Reached out to Kayak but never heard back.

Flight was delayed and they gave up my seat on my connection, even when I could still make the flight

There was no beverage service and the only time I saw a crew member walk through the cabin is when we were preparing to land.

Flights were constantly delayed. CRW took 50 minutes to get bags

Where do I start!! I was delayed with my flight from Dallas to Tampa. On the way back from Tampa to Dallas the flight was delayed over 4 hours+. I was put on another flight that was also delayed but not as long. Traveling on American Airlines is becoming exhausing.

Other than nearly three hour delay for maintenance issues, everything went smooth

did not have enough meal for first class passengers so offer us snack

Flflight crew were amazing, kind, and considerate. Fofood choices were limited, and didn’t have a variation.

Frontier feels like a family I Worked for Eastern Airlines back in the day and I felt the family vibe that I had then. Thank you

This company socks. It's fraud. They canceled our flight yesterday, and today we were late because of a really long line at the check in bag. At the rebook station, there was ton of people. The workers were all rude. I am gonna make a report to FTC.

Everyone seemed to be in zone 1 for boarding. Maybe break it up a little. Otherwise, smooth flight.

Very bad! No good service delayed my second connection flight

Asked for a seat change to be w my wife at the gate they were great in sorting it out to make it happen

Charging $74 for one checked bag is outrageous. I will never fly Frontier again.

One crew member was rude about our bags. Be nice about it. We don’t fly a lot. And the fact that you have to pay for a carry on is ridiculous

The trip was unremarkable which is good. Crew was very professional and courteous.

FRONTIER SUCKS! The agent downstairs tricked me into booking, just to get to the gate. At the gate, they told me they couldn't help. I then called Customer Service. They and the gate attendants kept blaming each other. Neither side was willing to help the customer.

30 minute delay due to boarding and settling of a family.

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