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Cheapest round-trip
$111
Typical prices: $279-$535
Frontier
Wed 10/17Fri 10/19
LAX - SMF • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$113
Typical prices: $215-$507
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LAX - SMF • Non-stop
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Recent round-trip flight deals to Sacramento
Sat, Oct 17 - Mon, Oct 19
3:55 pm - 5:34 pmLAX Los Angeles-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 39mnonstop
6:29 pm - 7:49 amSMF Sacramento Intl-LAX Los Angeles
13h 20m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$111Frontier
Mon, Nov 2 - Wed, Nov 4
3:52 pm - 5:34 pmLAX Los Angeles-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 42mnonstop
6:19 pm - 6:41 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-LAX Los Angeles
24h 22m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$113Frontier
Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
6:15 am - 8:10 amSAN San Diego-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 55mnonstop
5:50 pm - 7:35 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-SAN San Diego
1h 45mnonstop
$117Southwest
Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29
1:45 pm - 3:30 pmSAN San Diego-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 45mnonstop
8:40 pm - 10:20 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-SAN San Diego
1h 40mnonstop
$117Southwest
Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 10
8:02 am - 9:58 amSAN San Diego-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 56mnonstop
1:37 pm - 3:16 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-SAN San Diego
1h 39mnonstop
$117Alaska Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Mon, Dec 21
8:19 am - 10:21 amSAN San Diego-SMF Sacramento Intl
2h 02mnonstop
8:50 pm - 10:38 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-SAN San Diego
1h 48mnonstop
$117Alaska Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Mon, Oct 19
12:20 pm - 2:15 pmSAN San Diego-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 55mnonstop
3:08 pm - 7:49 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-SAN San Diego
4h 41m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$118Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 18 - Sun, Nov 1
6:22 am - 8:02 amLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 40mnonstop
10:52 am - 4:21 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
5h 29m1 stop San Diego
$129Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Mon, Oct 19
8:35 am - 10:40 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
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What is the cheapest flight to Sacramento?
Los Angeles to Sacramento is the cheapest route at $111 round-trip, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.
What is the cheapest day to fly to Sacramento?
Friday is the cheapest day to fly to Sacramento at $392 round-trip on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Sunday is the most expensive at $482.
What’s the cheapest month to fly to Sacramento?
To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for flights to Sacramento, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, then takes the median of all values for each month.
•January is the cheapest month to fly to Sacramento with an average price of $342 round-trip. •June ($451) and July ($446) are the most expensive.
Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Sacramento?
Average price for all round-trip flights depending on time of departure, seen by users on KAYAK in the last 12 months.
Morning flights to Sacramento are the cheapest at $404 round-trip on average. Evening flights are the most expensive at $423.
When are flights to Sacramento the cheapest?
Flights to Sacramento are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 37% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.
What are the most popular airlines flying to Sacramento?
Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.
Southwest is the most popular airline flying to Sacramento among KAYAK users, followed by United Airlines and Frontier.
Which airline offers the most nonstop flights to Sacramento?
Based on KAYAK flight schedule data, reflecting busyness trends for the next 3 months. Weekly flight counts are averages and may change as airline schedules are updated.
Southwest operates the most nonstop flights to Sacramento, with an average of 625 per week. United Airlines follows with 136 weekly nonstop flights. 6 airlines fly nonstop to this destination.
How many direct flights to Sacramento are there each day?
There are around 164 daily direct flights to Sacramento. 41% depart in the morning, 27% in the afternoon, 26% in the evening and 6% at night.
How many direct flights to Sacramento are there each week?
There are 1,146 direct flights to Sacramento each week. Sunday is the day with the most departures at 15%.
How many long-haul flights are there to Sacramento each week?
Based on KAYAK data for the upcoming 3 months.
There are 11 long-haul flights (6-12h) to Sacramento each week, along with 230 medium-haul (3-6h) and 907 short-haul (up to 3h) flights.
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Security at Sacramento can take longer than you think it might for a small airport.
AntonellaFlew with Southwest-Apr 2024
Bring a charge / battery for your phone and your own food.
Your questions about flights to Sacramento, answered
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How do I know if a flight to Sacramento is a good deal?
A good deal on a flight to Sacramento is around $279 round-trip. This fare is in the lowest 25% of round-trip prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.
How far is Sacramento Intl from downtown Sacramento?
Sacramento Intl is 9.6 mi from downtown Sacramento.
How expensive are last-minute flights to Sacramento?
Last-minute fares to Sacramento (booked within 2 weeks of departure) are typically 25% higher than the average round-trip fare of $396.
What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Sacramento?
Southwest operates the most flights from the United States to Sacramento at 625 per week, and for this route Southwest is also the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from the United States to Sacramento. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveler choice.
What facilities does the airport have for service animals?
Traveling with pets is no problem at Sacramento International Airport, as there are two service animal relief areas available at the airport. One is outside of Terminal A in an adjacent grassy area on the east side of the building, while for Terminal B, the pet relief area is on a grassy patio deck on the south side of the terminal’s first level by baggage claim.
What restaurants are there in Sacramento International Airport?
California is the mecca for food in the United States. And, fortunately for travelers, Sacramento International Airport matches the State’s reputation. Visitors of the airport can dine at restaurants such as Iron Horse Tavern, Freshii's, and Taylors-Selections by Vino Volo. If you are looking for a quick bite, however, perhaps Squeeze Burger or Peet's Coffee and Tea are more up your alley.
Which hotels near Sacramento International Airport offer free transport to and from the airport?
Yes, many hotels in Sacramento offer complimentary pick-up and drop-off services to hotel guests landing at Sacramento International Airport. Some of the more popular hotel options that include such services are Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Sacramento, Governors Inn Hotel, and Hyatt Regency Sacramento.
What shopping options are available at Sacramento International Airport?
There are many shops at the airport that cater to a variety of shopping needs. For shoppers looking for souvenirs and trinkets, visit Capitol Marketplace and Experience Sacramento; the fashionistas out there, on the other hand, might consider heading over to Erwin Pearl and Details after their flight to Sacramento.
Where do most flights to Sacramento depart from?
Glendale, Los Angeles, and Inglewood are top departures for flights to Sacramento. However, Sacramento International also receives flights from cities across the US, such as Chicago, Dallas, Atlanta, Houston, Charlotte, Detroit, and Washington.
How can you get from one terminal to another at Sacramento Internationnal?
When connecting flights, the next flight may be in a different terminal. Sacramento International's terminals are located in different buildings. You can walk or take a shuttle bus to move from one terminal to another. Walking will take approximately 10 minutes while the shuttle arrives every 10 minutes. It is faster to walk from one terminal to the other terminal.
Are there any other airports in Sacramento?
Apart from Sacramento International, other airports in Sacramento include Mather Airport, which specializes in cargo, Executive Airport, which specializes in general aviation, and Franklin Field, which specializes in flight training activities. Sacramento International is the only airport in Sacramento specializing in passenger flights.
How far is Sacramento International from Old Sacramento State Historic Park?
The State Historic Park often referred to as just Old Sacramento, is an important tourist site in Sacramento. It attracts an estimated 5 million tourists every year. Here you will learn more about Sacramento's cultural history and more about the people of Sacramento. Sacramento International is just about 11 miles from the site. A taxi drive to the park takes about 13 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a bus though it will take 10 minutes longer. It is faster to take a taxi.
Your guide to booking Sacramento flights
From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
For the best chance at a low fare to Sacramento, book around 5 weeks before departure. Based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months, fares are historically about 37% lower during this window than last-minute fares.
For flights to Sacramento, a good round-trip fare is around $279. If you find a fare below that, you're getting a strong deal.
If your travel dates are flexible, consider flying to Sacramento in January. Round-trip fares historically average $342, making January the cheapest month to travel based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months.
Before you book:
• Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal. • Confirm baggage fees and seat-selection costs on budget carriers. • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond ID. • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
Shift your departure to morning to save up to $19 per round-trip. Morning flights to Sacramento average $404 compared to $423 for afternoon flights.
Bag allowances vary by airline, fare type, cabin class and route. On flights to Sacramento, some airlines may include bags at no extra cost. For example, Southwest includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class, United Airlines includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class and Frontier includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class. Always check the fare details before booking, since bag policies can change by ticket type.
Once you arrive in Sacramento, a few great places to start are Golden 1 Center, UC Davis Medical Center and Sacramento Capitol Park. These are popular with first-time visitors and can give you a good feel for the area.
Need a moment of quiet before your flight back home? If you find yourself needing to center yourself or maybe just a quiet space, why not pay a visit to the Quiet Room on the landside of Terminal A?
Flying to Sacramento means landing at Sacramento International Airport. The airport is an entrance to many exciting attractions and adventures in Northern and Central California, such as Lake Tahoe. You can also find several museums such as Crocker Art Museum and excellent restaurants. Downtown is also home to the Golden 1 Center, home to the Sacramento Kings basketball team.
Before leaving the airport, you should catch a glimpse of the 56-foot-long, 10,000-pound aluminum rabbit. The rabbit sculpture is the centerpiece at Terminal B, one of the two terminals at the airport.
Got a few hours before your flight and don’t know what to do? Sacramento International Airport’s art displays are well worth checking out. You can stroll through the airport all the while taking in a plethora of permanent and rotating art exhibits.
Infuse your journey with culture before you ever leave the ground. As home to works from internationally renowned artists, Sacramento International gives every traveler the chance to experience artistic inspiration up close in a variety of media. Art displays can be found in Terminal A (Pedestrian bridge) and Terminal (Concourse).
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is the primary airport serving Sacramento, the capital of California, and its surrounding areas. There are also two neighboring airports within just over an hour of Sacramento: Sonoma County Airport (STS) and Oakland International Airport (OAK). Both airports offer alternative flight paths for travelers looking to travel to Sacramento.
Getting into the city after your flight to Sacramento is easy, thanks to the variety of transport options available. Travelers can choose between taxis, rental cars, buses, and shuttles to help them arrive at their final destination. There is also the unique Yolobus, which connects Sacramento International Airport to cities and destinations all across California.
Sacramento International provides excellent customer service, especially with the self-service kiosks. The kiosks are located in the airport lobby close to the ticketing and bag drop-off area. These kiosks are great at saving time.
After walking around the airport and taking in the art, you can enjoy a rest at the Cell Phone Lot, a convenient place for people to wait for either family or transportation. The Cell Phone Lot is close to the Interstate 5 entrance/exit, accessible to both terminals. It has only 150 spaces and a three-hour limit for all users.
Luggage storage can come in handy when you need to drop off your bags for either a short or long duration, for instance, during a layover. However, when flying to Sacramento International, it is better not to be prepared to carry your luggage everywhere. There are no luggage storage facilities at the airport. Therefore, carry a light suitcase if need be.
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