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Cheapest round-trip
$263
Typical prices: $335-$580
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/23Fri 10/26
YVR - SMF • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$296
Typical prices: $344-$590
Air Canada
Fri 10/19Sun 10/21
YVR - SMF • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Air Canada. Average duration is 2h 07m
Direct flights
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 6 weeks in advance save around 49% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 19% price drop
Most popular
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Cheapest • Avg $277 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 01m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Vancouver to Sacramento (YVR-SMF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Vancouver to Sacramento

Fri, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 26
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8:20 am - 5:34 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 14m1 stop Los Angeles
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7:38 pm - 2:00 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
18h 22m2 stops Los Angeles Calgary
$263Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Sun, Oct 25
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1:10 pm - 10:29 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 19m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego
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6:02 am - 12:40 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
6h 38m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$283Alaska Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
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3:00 pm - 5:34 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
26h 34m2 stops Calgary Los Angeles
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6:29 pm - 11:40 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
29h 11m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$290Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Wed, Oct 21
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3:15 pm - 5:21 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
2h 06mnonstop
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6:00 pm - 8:03 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
2h 03mnonstop
$296Air Canada
Thu, Sep 24 - Wed, Sep 30
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3:20 pm - 5:26 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
2h 06mnonstop
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6:10 pm - 8:13 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
2h 03mnonstop
$296Air Canada
Wed, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 3
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8:00 am - 9:44 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
13h 44m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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11:31 am - 2:35 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
26h 04m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$322Alaska Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
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6:15 am - 12:20 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 05m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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5:37 pm - 10:59 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
5h 22m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$330Delta
Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Oct 14
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6:15 am - 10:40 amYVR  Vancouver Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
4h 25m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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11:26 am - 9:13 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
9h 47m2 stops Los Angeles Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$346Delta
Tue, Oct 13 - Sun, Oct 18
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2:20 pm - 9:00 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:00 pm - 8:59 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
6h 59m1 stop San Francisco
$376United Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 12
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3:15 pm - 9:42 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 27m1 stop San Francisco
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6:00 am - 1:12 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
7h 12m1 stop San Francisco
$377United Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento, it is 13% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 38% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento at $360 round-trip.
  • August ($562) and June ($547) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 56% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento the cheapest?

Flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento are cheapest 6 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 49% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Vancouver 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 Air Canada and United Airlines

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.

Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on YVR

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$150
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 24% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 18% lower on average.
Flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento

When to book flights from Vancouver to Sacramento

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Vancouver 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento flight questions, answered

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

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento flights?

    Among airlines operating Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento flights:

    • Air Canada: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento?

    Only Air Canada operates flights between Vancouver Intl Airport and Sacramento.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento?

    Flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento usually depart from Vancouver Intl (YVR) and arrive at Sacramento Intl (SMF).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Air Canada: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $277 round-trip via Los Angeles (LAX), compared to $462 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $25–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines and Air Canada. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento pass through?

    One-stop flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento most commonly connect through:

    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 74% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Portland (PDX) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 5% of one-stop connections

    Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento?

    On the Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 37%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $387 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $614: a $227 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How are flight departures from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • 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.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento:

    • Earliest: departs at 1:15 pm and lands at 3:22 pm
    • Latest: departs at 3:20 pm and lands at 5:27 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 07m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 45% above the route average of $442. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento?

    A nonstop flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento takes 2h 07m, covering 729 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Vancouver Intl Airport 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 $263 to $1,220. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento looking right now?

    One-way fares from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $183, which is 33% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento?

    Flying via Portland (PDX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 01m, compared with 4h 50m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) and 4h 57m via San Francisco (SFO).

  • 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento flight?

    Round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento range from $335 to $580, with an average of $442 over the past 12 months. Anything below $335 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento flights?

    Air Canada is the only airline on the Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Vancouver Intl Airport 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 Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $387 - about $227 less than Sunday (37% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 6 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 49% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento trip for February. Fares historically average $360 round-trip in that month - typically $202 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Los Angeles Airport (LAX) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $277 round-trip on this route - about $185 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Vancouver to Sacramento?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Vancouver Intl to Sacramento Intl

Monday

Air Canada

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Tuesday

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Air Canada

Wednesday

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Thursday

Air Canada

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Friday

Air Canada

Air Canada

Saturday

Air Canada

Air Canada

Sunday

Air Canada

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Direct returns

Sacramento Intl to Vancouver Intl

Monday

Air Canada

Air Canada

Tuesday

Air Canada

Air Canada

Wednesday

Air Canada

Air Canada

Thursday

Air Canada

Air Canada

Friday

Air Canada

Air Canada

Saturday

Air Canada

Air Canada

Sunday

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