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$199+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Anchorage (SMF - ANC)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — ANC
Aug 29 — Sep 51
Sat 8/29
Sat 9/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Anchorage are usually found in November or February, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Anchorage
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Anchorage. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/193:20 pm
SMF
-
ANC
1 stop8h 25m
Southwest
Mon 8/2411:55 pm
ANC
-
SMF
1 stop9h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 7/26$397
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/253:20 pm
SMF
-
ANC
1 stop8h 25m
Southwest
Tue 9/110:25 pm
ANC
-
SMF
2 stops11h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 7/26$402
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2712:57 pm
SMF
-
ANC
1 stop12h 02m
United Airlines
Thu 9/311:09 pm
ANC
-
SMF
1 stop9h 28m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/29$417
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/222:30 pm
SMF
-
ANC
1 stop9h 15m
Southwest
Sun 8/3010:25 pm
ANC
-
SMF
2 stops12h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/28$422
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/98:55 am
SMF
-
ANC
1 stop11h 40m
United Airlines
Wed 9/2311:47 pm
ANC
-
SMF
1 stop9h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/26$425
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/171:35 pm
SMF
-
ANC
1 stop10h 10m
Southwest
Tue 8/2510:25 pm
ANC
-
SMF
1 stop11h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 7/26$437
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/212:57 pm
SMF
-
ANC
1 stop12h 02m
United Airlines
Tue 9/811:09 pm
ANC
-
SMF
1 stop9h 28m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/29$441
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1811:50 am
SMF
-
ANC
1 stop10h 25m
Southwest
Sat 8/2211:55 pm
ANC
-
SMF
1 stop7h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 7/28$457

Find flight deals from Sacramento to Anchorage

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Anchorage (ANC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 30, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$397
(Southwest)

One-way from

$199
(United Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$685
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to Anchorage that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 30, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Anchorage that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

SacramentoAnchorage

SMF - ANC

SMFANC

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/19

3:20 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Anchorage

Mon 8/24

11:55 pm-10:50 am

1 stop9h 55m

$397

SacramentoAnchorage

SMF - ANC

SMFANC

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/25

11:00 am-9:15 pm

2 stops11h 15m

Anchorage

Tue 9/1

11:55 pm-11:40 am

2 stops10h 45m

$407

SacramentoAnchorage

SMF - ANC

SMFANC

Sacramento Intl

Fri 9/4

2:45 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Anchorage

Fri 9/4

11:55 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops12h 50m

$492

SacramentoAnchorage

SMF - ANC

SMFANC

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/1

10:47 am-10:14 pm

2 stops12h 27m

Anchorage

Sat 9/5

3:47 pm-10:08 am

1 stop17h 21m

$506

SacramentoAnchorage

SMF - ANC

SMFANC

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/1

6:52 am-6:38 pm

2 stops12h 46m

Anchorage

Tue 10/6

1:59 am-2:15 pm

2 stops11h 16m

$508

SacramentoAnchorage

SMF - ANC

SMFANC

Sacramento Intl

Sun 8/30

2:10 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop9h 35m

Anchorage

Sun 9/6

11:55 pm-8:45 am

1 stop7h 50m

$508
Quickest round-trip

SacramentoAnchorage

SMF - ANC

SMFANC

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/1

7:50 am-1:27 pm

1 stop6h 37m

Anchorage

Wed 9/9

1:32 am-12:17 pm

1 stop9h 45m

$513

SacramentoAnchorage

SMF - ANC

SMFANC

Sacramento Intl

Sun 9/20

6:30 am-2:13 pm

1 stop8h 43m

Anchorage

Wed 9/23

11:47 pm-9:47 am

1 stop9h 00m

$547
Cheapest one-way

SacramentoAnchorage

SMF - ANC

SMFANC

Sacramento Intl

Fri 9/4

12:57 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop12h 02m

$199

SacramentoAnchorage

SMF - ANC

SMFANC

Sacramento Intl

Fri 9/11

12:57 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop11h 08m

$209

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Deals found on 7/26

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Compare providers for flights from Sacramento to Anchorage

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sacramento to Anchorage in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Anchorage flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Anchorage flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Anchorage flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Anchorage flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Sacramento-Anchorage flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Anchorage

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Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to Anchorage

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sacramento to Anchorage?

The best time to book flights from Sacramento to Anchorage is 52 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sacramento to Anchorage?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Anchorage (average of $356). Flying from Sacramento to Anchorage in January is currently the most expensive (average of $685). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SMF to ANC?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to Anchorage. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 30, 2026.

When flying from Sacramento to Anchorage, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Anchorage?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Sacramento to Anchorage flights typically cost between $456 and $586 in August.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $397 on Southwest (Aug 19-Aug 24).

Reviews of airlines servicing Anchorage

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Anchorage. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Anchorage. Reviews last updated July 30, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines,Delta, andHawaiian Airlines from Sacramento to Anchorage to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,729 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marty,Jun 2024

JNU - ANC

Fantastic flights with Alaska Airlines! Professional and attentive crew members. I will definitely book with them again as I plan my next trip to Alaska in 2025! I highly recommend using their app and enrolling in their mileage program.
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,729 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,729 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marty,Jun 2024

JNU - ANC

Fantastic flights with Alaska Airlines! Professional and attentive crew members. I will definitely book with them again as I plan my next trip to Alaska in 2025! I highly recommend using their app and enrolling in their mileage program.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,486 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,729 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marty,Jun 2024

JNU - ANC

Fantastic flights with Alaska Airlines! Professional and attentive crew members. I will definitely book with them again as I plan my next trip to Alaska in 2025! I highly recommend using their app and enrolling in their mileage program.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,820 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,729 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marty,Jun 2024

JNU - ANC

Fantastic flights with Alaska Airlines! Professional and attentive crew members. I will definitely book with them again as I plan my next trip to Alaska in 2025! I highly recommend using their app and enrolling in their mileage program.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento to Anchorage. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to Anchorage?

    Southwest, United Airlines, and Alaska Airlines can get you from Sacramento to Anchorage in just under 8h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 02m. The distance from Sacramento to Anchorage is about 1969 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sacramento to Anchorage round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Sacramento to Anchorage round-trip from $180. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $312, and Alaska Airlines, from $341. Hawaiian Airlines is 65% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Anchorage?

    On average you can expect to pay $718 for a flight from Sacramento to Anchorage. The cheapest flight overall is $380 while the most popular route, (Sacramento Intl - Anchorage) is currently priced at $417.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sacramento to Anchorage that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sacramento to Anchorage flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to Anchorage?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sacramento to Anchorage.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sacramento to Anchorage?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to Anchorage by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sacramento to Anchorage?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Anchorage (average of $356). Flying from Sacramento to Anchorage in January is currently the most expensive (average of $685). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Sacramento to Anchorage

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Anchorage. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 30, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$180Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$312Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$341Average$565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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