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$59+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Fort Lauderdale (SMF - FLL)

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 8/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — FLL
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Fort Lauderdale are usually found in May or August, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Fort Lauderdale

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL). 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 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$170
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$59
(CheapOair)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$476
From Sacramento Intl to Fort Lauderdale
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Fort Lauderdale
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Fort Lauderdale. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/208:25 pmSMF - FLL
2 stops16h 19mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/251:52 pmFLL - SMF
1 stop10h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$170
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/66:30 amSMF - FLL
2 stops23h 54mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/126:30 amFLL - SMF
2 stops18h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$285

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to Fort Lauderdale 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 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Fort Lauderdale that are best for you.

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Sacramento

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Fort Lauderdale

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoFort Lauderdale

SMF - FLL

SMFFLL

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/20

8:25 pm-3:44 pm

2 stops16h 19m

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 8/25

1:52 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop10h 42m

$170

SacramentoFort Lauderdale

SMF - FLL

SMFFLL

Sacramento Intl

Sat 9/6

6:30 am-9:24 am

2 stops23h 54m

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 9/12

6:30 am-9:41 pm

2 stops18h 11m

$285

SacramentoFort Lauderdale

SMF - FLL

SMFFLL

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/20

8:25 pm-3:44 pm

2 stops16h 19m

$59

SacramentoFort Lauderdale

SMF - FLL

SMFFLL

Sacramento Intl

Sat 12/6

12:32 pm-10:18 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$163

SacramentoFort Lauderdale

SMF - FLL

SMFFLL

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/1

5:55 am-9:40 pm

1 stop12h 45m

$174

SacramentoFort Lauderdale

SMF - FLL

SMFFLL

Sacramento Intl

Sun 11/16

7:00 pm-9:21 am

2 stops11h 21m

$194

SacramentoFort Lauderdale

SMF - FLL

SMFFLL

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/1

8:35 pm-11:47 am

2 stops12h 12m

$195

SacramentoFort Lauderdale

SMF - FLL

SMFFLL

Sacramento Intl

Thu 8/7

7:26 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops24h 34m

$252

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Deals found on 7/29

Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Fort Lauderdale

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to Fort Lauderdale

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Fort Lauderdale. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sacramento to Fort Lauderdale, you should look to book at least 66 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 Fort Lauderdale?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Fort Lauderdale (average of $185). Flying from Sacramento to Fort Lauderdale in March is currently the most expensive (average of $254). 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 FLL?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to Fort Lauderdale. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

When flying from Sacramento to Fort Lauderdale, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 23% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sacramento to Fort Lauderdale?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Fort Lauderdale. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sacramento to Fort Lauderdale flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Fort Lauderdale

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Fort Lauderdale. 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 Fort Lauderdale. Reviews last updated July 31, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sacramento to Fort Lauderdale, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,049 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Sacramento to Fort Lauderdale round-trip?

    Currently priced at $170, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Sacramento to Fort Lauderdale and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Spirit Airlines is priced at 62% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $59. Users have also found prices from $163 and $174 on American Airlines and Southwest, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to Fort Lauderdale?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Fort Lauderdale (average of $185). Flying from Sacramento to Fort Lauderdale in March is currently the most expensive (average of $254). 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 Fort Lauderdale

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Fort Lauderdale. 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 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$165Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$270Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$316Average$526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$316Average$606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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