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$327+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Lincoln, NE (SMF - LNK)

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 10/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — LNK
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Lincoln

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Lincoln (LNK). 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 August 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$372
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$327
(United Airlines)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$479
From Sacramento Intl to Lincoln
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Lincoln
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Lincoln. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 18, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Tue 9/238:45 amSMF - LNK
1 stop5h 43mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/265:06 pmLNK - SMF
1 stop7h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/16$372
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 10/26:45 pmSMF - LNK
1 stop13h 32mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/65:06 pmLNK - SMF
1 stop7h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/18$508
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Mon 9/15:15 amSMF - LNK
1 stop5h 05mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/51:00 pmLNK - SMF
1 stop26h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/17$610
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
Sun 8/314:13 pmSMF - LNK
1 stop4h 46mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/46:15 amLNK - SMF
1 stop5h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/15$623

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Sacramento

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Lincoln

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Return

Price

SacramentoLincoln

SMF - LNK

SMFLNK

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/23

8:45 am-4:28 pm

1 stop5h 43m

Lincoln

Fri 9/26

5:06 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$372

SacramentoLincoln

SMF - LNK

SMFLNK

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/2

6:45 pm-10:17 am

1 stop13h 32m

Lincoln

Mon 10/6

5:06 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$508

SacramentoLincoln

SMF - LNK

SMFLNK

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/1

5:15 am-12:20 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Lincoln

Fri 9/5

1:00 pm-1:09 pm

1 stop26h 09m

$610

SacramentoLincoln

SMF - LNK

SMFLNK

Sacramento Intl

Sun 8/31

4:13 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop4h 46m

Lincoln

Thu 9/4

6:15 am-9:37 am

1 stop5h 22m

$623

SacramentoLincoln

SMF - LNK

SMFLNK

Sacramento Intl

Fri 10/10

5:00 am-12:11 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$327

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Deals found on 8/16

Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Lincoln

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sacramento to Lincoln, Nebraska?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Lincoln, Nebraska (average of $383). Flying from Sacramento to Lincoln, Nebraska in July is currently the most expensive (average of $533). 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 LNK?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to Lincoln. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 18, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Sacramento to Lincoln, Nebraska is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 16% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Lincoln, Nebraska?

Reviews of airlines servicing Lincoln

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lincoln. 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 Lincoln. Reviews last updated August 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines from Sacramento to Lincoln have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,925 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,925 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,925 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento to Lincoln. 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 Lincoln, Nebraska?

    There are many flights that can get you from Sacramento to Lincoln, Nebraska in 5h 43m. Fly via United Airlines to get the fastest option. Sacramento and Lincoln, Nebraska are separated by a distance of 1322 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Sacramento to Lincoln, Nebraska round-trip?

    United Airlines, at $333, was found to be the cheapest airline from Sacramento to Lincoln, Nebraska.. United Airlines is currently priced 26% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to Lincoln 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 Lincoln, Nebraska?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Lincoln, Nebraska (average of $383). Flying from Sacramento to Lincoln, Nebraska in July is currently the most expensive (average of $533). 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 airline flying from Sacramento to Lincoln

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Sacramento to Lincoln. 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 August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$333Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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