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$221+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Dayton (SMF - DAY)

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 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — DAY
Dec 13 — Dec 201
Sat 12/13
Sat 12/20
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Dayton. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 13, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 12/107:00 amSMF - DAY
1 stop9h 17mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/152:50 pmDAY - SMF
1 stop9h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/11$364
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/117:29 pmSMF - DAY
2 stops13h 51mAlaska Airlines
Thu 12/186:00 amDAY - SMF
2 stops14h 01mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/12$484
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 12/112:03 pmSMF - DAY
1 stop6h 27mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/182:00 pmDAY - SMF
1 stop7h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/12$494
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2010:30 pmSMF - DAY
1 stop9h 04mDelta
Fri 11/281:22 pmDAY - SMF
2 stops10h 17mDelta
Deal found 11/13$514
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2011:59 pmSMF - DAY
1 stop8h 33mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/2812:48 pmDAY - SMF
2 stops12h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/12$541

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Dayton

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Dayton (DAY). 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 November 13, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$364
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$221
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$353
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to Dayton 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 November 13, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Dayton that are best for you.

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Dayton

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Price

SacramentoDayton

SMF - DAY

SMFDAY

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/10

7:00 am-7:17 pm

1 stop9h 17m

Dayton

Mon 12/15

2:50 pm-9:43 pm

1 stop9h 53m

$364

SacramentoDayton

SMF - DAY

SMFDAY

Sacramento Intl

Sat 2/21

6:00 am-6:41 pm

1 stop9h 41m

Dayton

Wed 2/25

2:12 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$379

SacramentoDayton

SMF - DAY

SMFDAY

Sacramento Intl

Sun 11/23

10:30 pm-10:34 am

1 stop9h 04m

Dayton

Thu 11/27

6:00 am-11:12 am

1 stop8h 12m

$404

SacramentoDayton

SMF - DAY

SMFDAY

Sacramento Intl

Sat 2/21

7:25 am-10:15 pm

2 stops11h 50m

Dayton

Wed 2/25

2:10 pm-10:12 pm

2 stops11h 02m

$424

SacramentoDayton

SMF - DAY

SMFDAY

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/3

12:23 pm-11:11 pm

1 stop7h 48m

$221

SacramentoDayton

SMF - DAY

SMFDAY

Sacramento Intl

Sat 12/13

10:20 am-8:09 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$221

SacramentoDayton

SMF - DAY

SMFDAY

Sacramento Intl

Tue 12/2

9:59 am-10:10 pm

2 stops9h 11m

$319

SacramentoDayton

SMF - DAY

SMFDAY

Sacramento Intl

Mon 12/1

11:59 pm-11:32 am

1 stop8h 33m

$359

SacramentoDayton

SMF - DAY

SMFDAY

Sacramento Intl

Sat 3/7

7:31 am-10:03 pm

2 stops11h 32m

$364

SacramentoDayton

SMF - DAY

SMFDAY

Sacramento Intl

Sat 12/20

11:59 pm-11:35 am

1 stop8h 36m

$425

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Deals found on 11/13

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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 Dayton in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice 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-Dayton flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Dayton flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Dayton flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Dayton flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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-Dayton 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 Dayton

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Dayton (average of $122). Flying from Sacramento to Dayton in December is currently the most expensive (average of $276). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Dayton

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dayton. 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 Dayton. Reviews last updated November 13, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Sacramento to Dayton. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,017 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,051 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento to Dayton. 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 Dayton?

    United Airlines and American Airlines can get you from Sacramento to Dayton in just under 9h 17m. Your travel time can differ by up to 24m. Sacramento and Dayton are separated by a distance of 1984 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Sacramento to Dayton is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $288 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Delta, starting at $288 and $296 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Sacramento to Dayton for 35% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $221 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $221 and American Airlines from $319 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Dayton (average of $122). Flying from Sacramento to Dayton in December is currently the most expensive (average of $276). 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 Dayton

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Dayton. 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 November 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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