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$122+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Charlotte (SMF - CLT)

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 7/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — CLT
Jul 26 — Aug 21
Sun 7/26
Sun 8/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Charlotte Douglas are usually found in September or October, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Charlotte
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Charlotte. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 26, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/311:25 am
SMF
-
CLT
1 stop6h 54m
Frontier
Wed 8/510:04 pm
CLT
-
SMF
1 stop13h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 6/23$244
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/2411:25 am
SMF
-
CLT
1 stop6h 54m
Frontier
Wed 8/510:04 pm
CLT
-
SMF
1 stop13h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 6/24$279
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/2911:25 am
SMF
-
CLT
1 stop6h 54m
Frontier
Fri 7/3110:04 pm
CLT
-
SMF
1 stop15h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 6/22$292
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 9/126:25 am
SMF
-
CLT
1 stop7h 10m
Southwest
Mon 9/147:40 am
CLT
-
SMF
1 stop7h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 6/22$320
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 8/2611:50 pm
SMF
-
CLT
1 stop8h 20m
Southwest
Wed 9/28:05 am
CLT
-
SMF
1 stop7h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 6/25$323
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/1211:25 am
SMF
-
CLT
1 stop6h 54m
Frontier
Fri 8/146:48 pm
CLT
-
SMF
2 stops18h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 6/24$327
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 9/211:50 pm
SMF
-
CLT
1 stop8h 20m
Southwest
Mon 9/77:40 am
CLT
-
SMF
1 stop7h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 6/22$355
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/2411:25 am
SMF
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CLT
1 stop7h 00m
Frontier
Fri 6/2610:14 pm
CLT
-
SMF
1 stop15h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 6/22$359

Find flight deals from Sacramento to Charlotte

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Charlotte (CLT). 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 June 26, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$244
(Expedia)

One-way from

$122
(Frontier)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$478
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to Charlotte 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 June 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Charlotte that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

SacramentoCharlotte

SMF - CLT

SMFCLT

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/26

11:50 pm-11:10 am

1 stop8h 20m

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 9/2

6:50 am-1:15 pm

2 stops9h 25m

$328

SacramentoCharlotte

SMF - CLT

SMFCLT

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/4

8:50 am-9:25 pm

2 stops9h 35m

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 8/18

11:10 am-5:05 pm

2 stops8h 55m

$389
Quickest round-trip

SacramentoCharlotte

SMF - CLT

SMFCLT

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/11

11:50 pm-11:55 am

1 stop9h 05m

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 8/13

7:40 am-12:35 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$391

SacramentoCharlotte

SMF - CLT

SMFCLT

Sacramento Intl

Tue 7/21

11:50 pm-11:10 am

1 stop8h 20m

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 7/28

4:20 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops9h 45m

$411

SacramentoCharlotte

SMF - CLT

SMFCLT

Sacramento Intl

Sat 7/11

9:50 pm-10:05 am

1 stop9h 15m

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 7/25

1:05 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop10h 00m

$420

SacramentoCharlotte

SMF - CLT

SMFCLT

Sacramento Intl

Sun 8/9

10:05 pm-11:10 am

2 stops10h 05m

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 8/13

1:05 pm-8:35 pm

2 stops10h 30m

$440

SacramentoCharlotte

SMF - CLT

SMFCLT

Sacramento Intl

Fri 7/24

11:50 pm-10:55 am

1 stop8h 05m

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 7/27

11:35 am-9:20 pm

1 stop12h 45m

$472

SacramentoCharlotte

SMF - CLT

SMFCLT

Sacramento Intl

Mon 7/20

7:05 am-8:35 pm

2 stops10h 30m

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 7/24

6:35 am-1:20 pm

2 stops9h 45m

$497

SacramentoCharlotte

SMF - CLT

SMFCLT

Sacramento Intl

Sat 7/11

10:10 am-10:10 pm

2 stops9h 00m

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 7/18

1:05 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops11h 35m

$513

SacramentoCharlotte

SMF - CLT

SMFCLT

Sacramento Intl

Thu 7/30

8:45 pm-10:55 am

2 stops11h 10m

Charlotte Douglas

Sun 8/2

6:30 am-12:25 pm

2 stops8h 55m

$519

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Compare providers for flights from Sacramento to Charlotte

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 Charlotte in June.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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-Charlotte flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Charlotte flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Charlotte flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Charlotte 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-Charlotte flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sacramento to Charlotte, you should look to book at least 77 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Charlotte (average of $367). Flying from Sacramento to Charlotte in August is currently the most expensive (average of $507). 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 CLT?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to Charlotte. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 26, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Sacramento to Charlotte as you normally would.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Charlotte

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Charlotte. 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 Charlotte. Reviews last updated June 26, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Sacramento to Charlotte. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,245 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,245 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,245 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,453 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,245 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,893 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,245 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,772 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,245 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.
JetBlue
7.1
Good
3,011 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,245 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Sacramento to Charlotte?

    To fly from Sacramento to Charlotte, you need to book a flight from Sacramento Intl (SMF) to Douglas (CLT). Nonstop flights to Charlotte Douglas from Sacramento Intl take 4h 41m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there is 1 outbound flight from Sacramento Intl to Douglas offered by 6 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Sacramento to Charlotte flight route?

    Flights from Sacramento Intl to Charlotte Douglas have been viewed 13 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to Charlotte?

    A quick flight from Sacramento to Charlotte can take about 8h 20m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $328. Sacramento and Charlotte are separated by a distance of 2237 mi.

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

    Currently priced at $105, Frontier will fly you from Sacramento to Charlotte and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $208 and $276, respectively. Frontier is currently priced 76% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sacramento to Charlotte one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $135. Delta flights start at $142 while deals on American Airlines start at $162 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Charlotte?

    On average you can expect to pay $499 for a flight from Sacramento to Charlotte. The cheapest flight overall is $233 while the most popular route, (Sacramento Intl - Charlotte Douglas) is currently priced at $367.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to Charlotte 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 Charlotte?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Charlotte (average of $367). Flying from Sacramento to Charlotte in August is currently the most expensive (average of $507). 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 6 airlines flying from Sacramento to Charlotte

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Charlotte. 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 June 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$105Average$250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$208Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$280Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$335Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$341Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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