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Cheapest round-trip
$108
Typical prices: $279-$535
Frontier
Mon 10/8Wed 10/10
LAX - SMF • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$58
Typical prices: $158-$336
Frontier
Wed 10/31
DEN - SMF • Non-stop
Advice from real travelers
United Economy Plus adds more legroom; Delta free Wi-Fi helps on domestic flights.
American Main Cabin Extra adds early boarding; Frontier Premium Bundle adds both.
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Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Southwest, United Airlines and others. Average duration is 2h 22m.
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Most flights • 625 per week
Best reviews • 8.0 score
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 37% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 14% price drop
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Cheap Flights to Sacramento

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals to Sacramento

Thu, Oct 8 - Sat, Oct 10
Frontier Logo
3:55 pm - 5:34 pmLAX  Los Angeles-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 39mnonstop
Frontier Logo
7:38 pm - 9:12 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-LAX Los Angeles
1h 34mnonstop
$108Frontier
Thu, Oct 8 - Sat, Oct 10
Frontier Logo
3:55 pm - 5:34 pmLAX  Los Angeles-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 39mnonstop
Frontier Logo
7:38 pm - 9:12 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-LAX Los Angeles
1h 34mnonstop
$108Frontier
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:00 pm - 5:55 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 55mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:23 am - 10:29 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
2h 06mnonstop
$143Alaska Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 20
Southwest Logo
9:15 pm - 11:10 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 55mnonstop
Southwest Logo
7:55 pm - 9:55 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
2h 00mnonstop
$147Southwest
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19
Southwest Logo
5:30 am - 7:20 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 50mnonstop
Southwest Logo
5:05 am - 7:00 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
1h 55mnonstop
$147Southwest
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
Delta Logo
8:35 am - 10:40 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
2h 05mnonstop
Delta Logo
7:59 pm - 10:10 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
2h 11mnonstop
$147Delta
Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Oct 21
Delta Logo
8:35 am - 10:40 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
2h 05mnonstop
Delta Logo
7:30 am - 9:47 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
2h 17mnonstop
$147Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 7
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 6:24 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
1h 49mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 8:08 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
2h 08mnonstop
$147Alaska Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Thu, Nov 5
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:13 pm - 5:24 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
20h 11m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:03 am - 9:02 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
1h 59mnonstop
$153Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:09 pm - 5:34 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
21h 25m1 stop Los Angeles
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:56 pm - 8:59 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
2h 03mnonstop
$153Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for United States to Sacramento flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from the United States to Sacramento with more confidence.

What is the cheapest flight to Sacramento?

Los Angeles to Sacramento is the cheapest route at $108 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 is the cheapest month to fly to Sacramento?

•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?

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.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight to Sacramento

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines, Delta and Frontier

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines and Alaska Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Bill Fink

Bill Fink

Expert on SMF

Bill is an award-winning travel writer with extensive credits covering airlines and the aviation industry for publications including AARP, AFAR, The Points Guy and Yahoo. Based in Portland, Oregon, Bill has traveled to more than 75 countries - and been late for his flight in most of them. He once achieved top-level frequent flier status for all of American, Delta and United Airlines during a single year.

Key details for flights to Sacramento

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$58
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 8% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 14% increase in price.
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When to book flights to Sacramento

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Flights to Sacramento: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew to Sacramento 
BillFlew with Alaska Airlines-May 2024
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

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

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • How far is Sacramento Intl from downtown Sacramento?

    Sacramento Intl is 9.6 mi from downtown Sacramento.

  • 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 expensive are last-minute flights to Sacramento?

    Last-minute fares to Sacramento – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 25% above the average round-trip fare of $396.

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, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. That window historically saves about 37% versus last-minute pricing based on KAYAK booking data over the last 12 months.
  • For flights to Sacramento, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to land around $279 round-trip. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a strong deal – book before the price climbs back up.
  • If you can choose when to go, time your trip to Sacramento around January. Round-trip fares historically average $342 that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on 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. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.
  • 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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