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$74+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Long Beach (SMF - LGB)

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 5/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — LGB
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Long Beach Municipal are usually found in January or May, booked 16 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Long Beach

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Long Beach (LGB). 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 April 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$147
(Southwest)

One-way from

$74
(Southwest)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$258
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($52 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Long Beach
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Long Beach. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 30, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/219:05 amSMF - LGB
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Tue 5/273:25 pmLGB - SMF
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 4/28$147
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/215:30 amSMF - LGB
1 stop6h 45mDelta
Tue 5/271:15 pmLGB - SMF
1 stop4h 50mDelta
Deal found 4/28$167
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Tue 5/137:00 amSMF - LGB
1 stop12h 50mAlaska Airlines
Sat 5/177:45 amLGB - SMF
1 stop12h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/28$793

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Sacramento

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Long Beach

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoLong Beach

SMF - LGB

SMFLGB

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/21

9:05 am-10:30 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Long Beach Municipal

Tue 5/27

3:25 pm-4:50 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$147

SacramentoLong Beach

SMF - LGB

SMFLGB

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/21

5:30 am-12:15 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Long Beach Municipal

Tue 5/27

1:15 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$167

SacramentoLong Beach

SMF - LGB

SMFLGB

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/13

7:00 am-7:50 pm

1 stop12h 50m

Long Beach Municipal

Sat 5/17

7:45 am-8:25 pm

1 stop12h 40m

$793

SacramentoLong Beach

SMF - LGB

SMFLGB

Sacramento Intl

Thu 6/19

8:30 am-8:35 pm

1 stop12h 05m

Long Beach Municipal

Sun 6/22

7:45 am-9:40 pm

1 stop13h 55m

$1,535

SacramentoLong Beach

SMF - LGB

SMFLGB

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/27

7:10 am-8:35 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$74

SacramentoLong Beach

SMF - LGB

SMFLGB

Sacramento Intl

Thu 5/29

5:15 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop4h 17m

$87

SacramentoLong Beach

SMF - LGB

SMFLGB

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/12

7:00 am-7:50 pm

1 stop12h 50m

$389

SacramentoLong Beach

SMF - LGB

SMFLGB

Sacramento Intl

Sat 7/19

9:40 am-7:50 pm

1 stop34h 10m

$1,081

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Deals found on 4/27

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sacramento to Long Beach in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust 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-Long Beach flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Long Beach flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Long Beach flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Long Beach 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-Long Beach 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 Long Beach

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sacramento to Long Beach, you should look to book at least 16 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 Long Beach?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Long Beach (average of $306). Flying from Sacramento to Long Beach in July is currently the most expensive (average of $415). 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 LGB?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to Long Beach. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 30, 2025.

When flying from Sacramento to Long Beach, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 27% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sacramento to Long Beach?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Long Beach. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sacramento to Long Beach flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Long Beach by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Long Beach ranges from 0.0 - 3.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.0 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Long Beach when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Long Beach by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Long Beach, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 55.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Long Beach

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Long Beach. 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 Long Beach. Reviews last updated April 30, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sacramento to Long Beach, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,405 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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 Long Beach. 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 Long Beach?

    To fly from Sacramento to Long Beach, you need to book a flight from Sacramento Intl (SMF) to Long Beach Municipal (LGB). Nonstop flights to Long Beach Municipal from Sacramento Intl take 1h 25m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 4 outbound flights from Sacramento Intl to Long Beach Municipal offered by 3 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Sacramento to Long Beach flight route?

    Flights from Sacramento Intl to Long Beach Municipal have been viewed 14 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Flying on Southwest is currently your cheapest option to Long Beach, with prices starting at $147. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and Alaska Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $167 and $793, respectively. Southwest is priced at 45% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Southwest, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $74. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Sacramento to Long Beach for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Long Beach?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $73. While the most popular route (Sacramento Intl - Long Beach Municipal) can be booked for $167 on average our data indicates $204 when flying from Sacramento to Long Beach.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to Long Beach?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to Long Beach 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 Long Beach?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Long Beach (average of $306). Flying from Sacramento to Long Beach in July is currently the most expensive (average of $415). 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 Long Beach

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Long Beach. 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 April 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$19Average$60FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$123Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$157Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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