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$67+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Irvine, CA

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SMF — LAX
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Irvine are usually found in September or August, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Irvine

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sacramento to Irvine flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$98
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$67
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$243
From Sacramento Intl to Irvine
One-way flight from Sacramento Intl to Irvine
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price ($45 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Irvine
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Irvine. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/110:19 amSMF - LAX
1 stop3h 56mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/110:18 pmLAX - SMF
1 stop11h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$98
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/185:20 pmSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 30mFrontier
Sun 9/211:09 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$100
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Wed 8/68:39 pmSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 46mDelta
Thu 8/77:50 amLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 26mDelta
Deal found 6/10$109
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 8/66:20 amSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Thu 8/76:25 amLAX - SMF
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$119
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Thu 7/107:26 pmSMF - LAX
1 stop3h 24mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/241:09 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$125
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/226:13 amSMF - LAX
1 stop6h 18mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/52:19 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$182
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sat 8/96:00 amSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 46mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/118:16 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$184

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Irvine that are best for you.

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Sacramento

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Irvine

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Return

Price

SacramentoLos Angeles

SMF - LAX

SMFLAX

Sacramento Intl

Tue 7/1

10:19 am-2:15 pm

1 stop3h 56m

Los Angeles

Tue 7/1

10:18 pm-9:24 am

1 stop11h 06m

$98

SacramentoLos Angeles

SMF - LAX

SMFLAX

Sacramento Intl

Thu 9/18

5:20 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/21

1:09 pm-2:43 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

$100

SacramentoLos Angeles

SMF - LAX

SMFLAX

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/6

8:39 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

Los Angeles

Thu 8/7

7:50 am-9:16 am

Nonstop1h 26m

$109

SacramentoLos Angeles

SMF - LAX

SMFLAX

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/6

6:20 am-7:50 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Los Angeles

Thu 8/7

6:25 am-11:35 am

1 stop5h 10m

$119

SacramentoLos Angeles

SMF - LAX

SMFLAX

Sacramento Intl

Thu 7/10

7:26 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop3h 24m

Los Angeles

Thu 7/24

1:09 pm-2:41 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$125

SacramentoLos Angeles

SMF - LAX

SMFLAX

Sacramento Intl

Sun 8/3

10:32 am-12:18 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

Los Angeles

Wed 8/6

8:15 am-9:51 am

Nonstop1h 36m

$174

SacramentoLos Angeles

SMF - LAX

SMFLAX

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/22

6:13 am-12:31 pm

1 stop6h 18m

Los Angeles

Wed 11/5

2:19 pm-3:50 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$182

SacramentoLos Angeles

SMF - LAX

SMFLAX

Sacramento Intl

Thu 7/10

5:08 pm-6:41 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$67

SacramentoLos Angeles

SMF - LAX

SMFLAX

Sacramento Intl

Sat 9/20

7:18 pm-9:01 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

$70

SacramentoLos Angeles

SMF - LAX

SMFLAX

Sacramento Intl

Sun 6/29

12:29 pm-6:59 am

1 stop18h 30m

$71

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 6/11

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Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Irvine

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Irvine. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sacramento to Irvine, 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 Irvine?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Irvine (average of $246). Flying from Sacramento to Irvine in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 IR9?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to Irvine. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sacramento to Irvine?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Irvine. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Sacramento to Irvine

Explore weekly flight availability from Sacramento to Irvine. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

The most flights from SMF to IR9 are scheduled on a Thursday (82 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (37 on average).

Rainfall in Irvine by month

Plan your trip to Irvine by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Irvine ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Irvine when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Irvine by month

Plan your trip to Irvine by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Irvine, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Irvine

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Irvine. 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 Irvine. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Sacramento to Irvine, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento to Irvine. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sacramento to Irvine?

    For a flight from Sacramento to Irvine, you will be flying from Sacramento Intl. Sacramento Intl (SMF) is just 9.4 mi from the center of the city. Sacramento Intl is the only Sacramento airport and it handles 66 outbound flights to Irvine per day. 7 airlines have flights to Irvine from Sacramento Intl on a regular basis.

  • How popular is this Sacramento to Irvine flight route?

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Sacramento to Irvine are Frontier ($67), Delta ($70), and Spirit Airlines ($71).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Sacramento to Irvine?

    Before booking your flight to Irvine from Sacramento, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Frontier (100%), Air France (98%), Scandinavian Airlines( 98%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Irvine?

    While on average a flight from Sacramento to Irvine is generally $1,390, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $78. When looking at the most popular route, (Sacramento Intl - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $98 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Irvine (average of $246). Flying from Sacramento to Irvine in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 7 airlines flying from Sacramento to Irvine

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Irvine. 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 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$19Average$96FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$56Average$146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$78Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$89Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$107Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$115Average$272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$237Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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