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$113+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to North Carolina

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 2/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — RDU
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to North Carolina

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

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 12/246:20 pmSMF - RDU
1 stop10h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/63:02 pmRDU - SMF
1 stop8h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$379
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Sat 12/2711:59 pmSMF - RDU
1 stop7h 41mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/66:07 amRDU - SMF
1 stop9h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$407
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Thu 12/256:20 pmSMF - RDU
1 stop7h 56mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/66:18 amRDU - SMF
1 stop8h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$410
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:10 amSMF - CLT
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Sun 1/41:00 pmCLT - SMF
1 stop11h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/11$447
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:00 amSMF - RDU
1 stop9h 31mDelta
Sat 1/36:00 amRDU - SMF
1 stop9h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/11$450
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/249:25 amSMF - CLT
2 stops8h 45mSouthwest
Sun 1/41:00 pmCLT - SMF
1 stop11h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/9$450
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/307:15 amSMF - RDU
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Mon 1/56:20 pmRDU - SMF
1 stop8h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/11$457
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/3111:35 pmSMF - CLT
1 stop7h 28mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/511:02 amCLT - SMF
1 stop10h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$459
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Tue 12/3012:42 amSMF - CLT
1 stop8h 47mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/56:43 pmCLT - SMF
Nonstop5h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$460
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Fri 12/126:40 amSMF - CLT
1 stop8h 10mSouthwest
Sun 12/145:50 amCLT - SMF
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 12/9$463
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/318:25 amSMF - CLT
2 stops9h 25mSouthwest
Mon 1/51:05 pmCLT - SMF
1 stop9h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/11$464
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 12/246:20 pmSMF - RDU
1 stop10h 10mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/16:31 amRDU - SMF
1 stop8h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$469

Find flight deals from Sacramento to North Carolina

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

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Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$203
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One-way from

$113
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$499
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to North Carolina 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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to North Carolina that are best for you.

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North Carolina

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Price

SacramentoWilmington

SMF - ILM

SMFILM

Sacramento Intl

Tue 1/20

10:29 pm-9:26 am

1 stop7h 57m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 1/27

2:00 pm-8:47 pm

1 stop9h 47m

$251

SacramentoAsheville

SMF - AVL

SMFAVL

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/10

7:00 am-4:52 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Asheville Regional

Sat 1/17

11:55 am-6:41 pm

1 stop9h 46m

$251

SacramentoAsheville

SMF - AVL

SMFAVL

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/3

6:05 am-3:55 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Asheville Regional

Tue 2/10

7:50 am-1:59 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$251

SacramentoAsheville

SMF - AVL

SMFAVL

Sacramento Intl

Sat 2/7

6:05 am-3:51 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Asheville Regional

Sat 2/14

4:17 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$251

SacramentoWilmington

SMF - ILM

SMFILM

Sacramento Intl

Tue 1/20

7:15 am-11:57 pm

2 stops13h 42m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 1/27

6:00 am-5:14 pm

2 stops14h 14m

$261

SacramentoRaleigh

SMF - RDU

SMFRDU

Sacramento Intl

Fri 1/30

11:45 am-11:53 pm

1 stop9h 08m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 2/7

7:15 am-9:51 pm

1 stop17h 36m

$271

SacramentoRaleigh

SMF - RDU

SMFRDU

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/31

11:45 am-11:53 pm

1 stop9h 08m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 2/8

7:36 am-9:51 pm

1 stop17h 15m

$271

SacramentoRaleigh

SMF - RDU

SMFRDU

Sacramento Intl

Mon 1/12

11:45 am-11:53 pm

1 stop9h 08m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 2/11

7:36 am-2:22 pm

1 stop9h 46m

$271

SacramentoRaleigh

SMF - RDU

SMFRDU

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/3

11:45 am-11:53 pm

1 stop9h 08m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 2/8

7:36 am-9:51 pm

1 stop17h 15m

$285

SacramentoRaleigh

SMF - RDU

SMFRDU

Sacramento Intl

Sun 2/1

11:45 am-11:53 pm

1 stop9h 08m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 2/7

7:15 am-9:51 pm

1 stop17h 36m

$285

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Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to North Carolina

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to North Carolina from Sacramento with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to North Carolina

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to North Carolina (average of $149). Flying from Sacramento to North Carolina in October is currently the most expensive (average of $278). 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 NC?

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

It’s optimal to fly from Sacramento to North Carolina in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 36% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sacramento to North Carolina?

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

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

Reviews of airlines servicing North Carolina

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to North Carolina. 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 North Carolina. Reviews last updated December 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Sacramento to North Carolina by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,179 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Sacramento to North Carolina, you will be flying from Sacramento Intl. Sacramento Intl (SMF) is just 9.4 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to North Carolina?

    A quick flight from Sacramento to North Carolina can take about 6h 52m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $251. Airlines will cover a distance of 2147 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $83. Frontier flights start at $96 while deals on Delta start at $99 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Sacramento to North Carolina?

    The most popular flight routes from Sacramento to North Carolina are Sacramento Intl - Charlotte Douglas, Sacramento Intl - Raleigh-Durham and Sacramento Intl - Knoxville McGhee Tyson.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to North Carolina?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to North Carolina 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 North Carolina?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to North Carolina (average of $149). Flying from Sacramento to North Carolina in October is currently the most expensive (average of $278). 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 North Carolina

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to North Carolina. 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$110Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$119Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$254Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$256Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$321Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$385Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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