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$31+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Orange County

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 6/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — SNA
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Orange County

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CheapOair
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3 stars

Round-trip from

$147
(Southwest)

One-way from

$31
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

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September

Average price

$144
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Orange County
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Orange County. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/277:15 pmSMF - LGB
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Tue 6/39:25 amLGB - SMF
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$147
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/25:15 pmSMF - LGB
1 stop4h 17mDelta
Thu 6/54:54 pmLGB - SMF
1 stop6h 45mDelta
Deal found 4/29$173
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sat 5/102:40 pmSMF - SNA
1 stop6h 37mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/117:45 amSNA - SMF
1 stop5h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$179
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/52:40 pmSMF - SNA
1 stop6h 37mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/83:32 pmSNA - SMF
1 stop25h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$182
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 5/81:18 pmSMF - SNA
1 stop5h 13mFrontier
Sat 5/106:10 pmSNA - SMF
1 stop15h 23mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$201
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/282:00 pmSMF - SNA
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Wed 6/42:25 pmSNA - SMF
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$217
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 8/262:31 pmSMF - SNA
1 stop5h 57mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/283:06 pmSNA - SMF
1 stop4h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$246
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Fri 6/2712:22 pmSMF - SNA
1 stop6h 10mDelta
Mon 6/305:05 pmSNA - SMF
1 stop5h 08mDelta
Deal found 5/1$295
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/298:27 amSMF - SNA
2 stops13h 58mAlaska Airlines
Fri 5/307:14 pmSNA - SMF
1 stop14h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/29$308

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

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Orange County

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Return

Price

SacramentoLong Beach

SMF - LGB

SMFLGB

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/27

7:15 pm-8:40 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Long Beach Municipal

Tue 6/3

9:25 am-10:50 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$147

SacramentoLong Beach

SMF - LGB

SMFLGB

Sacramento Intl

Mon 6/2

5:15 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop4h 17m

Long Beach Municipal

Thu 6/5

4:54 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$173

SacramentoSanta Ana

SMF - SNA

SMFSNA

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/26

2:40 pm-9:17 pm

1 stop6h 37m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 6/2

6:45 am-6:42 pm

1 stop11h 57m

$175

SacramentoSanta Ana

SMF - SNA

SMFSNA

Sacramento Intl

Thu 6/5

2:40 pm-9:17 pm

1 stop6h 37m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 6/8

3:32 pm-5:21 pm

1 stop25h 49m

$182

SacramentoSanta Ana

SMF - SNA

SMFSNA

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/20

7:20 am-8:50 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 5/21

6:45 am-8:25 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$217

SacramentoSanta Ana

SMF - SNA

SMFSNA

Sacramento Intl

Thu 5/15

1:18 pm-6:31 pm

1 stop5h 13m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 5/18

6:15 pm-12:28 pm

1 stop18h 13m

$221

SacramentoSanta Ana

SMF - SNA

SMFSNA

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/20

6:37 am-5:14 pm

2 stops10h 37m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 5/21

6:45 am-4:16 pm

2 stops9h 31m

$273

SacramentoSanta Ana

SMF - SNA

SMFSNA

Sacramento Intl

Sun 9/7

6:10 am-12:16 pm

1 stop6h 06m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 9/7

7:00 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop4h 43m

$371

SacramentoSanta Ana

SMF - SNA

SMFSNA

Sacramento Intl

Fri 5/16

5:15 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop4h 32m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 5/18

8:00 am-12:32 pm

1 stop4h 32m

$395

SacramentoLong Beach

SMF - LGB

SMFLGB

Sacramento Intl

Thu 5/15

7:00 am-7:35 pm

1 stop12h 35m

Long Beach Municipal

Mon 5/19

7:45 am-8:25 pm

1 stop12h 40m

$737

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Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Orange County

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to Orange County

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sacramento to Orange County?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Orange County (average of $298). Flying from Sacramento to Orange County in June is currently the most expensive (average of $395). 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 KFI?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to Orange County. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Orange County by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Orange County ranges from 0.0 - 3.1 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Orange County when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Orange County by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Orange County, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 55.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Orange County

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Orange County. 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 Orange County. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sacramento to Orange County, 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
9,968 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
9,968 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
4,294 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
2,409 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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 Orange County. 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 Orange County?

    Sacramento Intl (SMF), located 9.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Sacramento to Orange County.

  • How popular is this Sacramento to Orange County flight route?

    Flights from Sacramento Intl to Orange County have been viewed 1 times in the past calendar month.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $31. Southwest flights start at $74 while deals on Delta start at $87 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Orange County?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Sacramento to Orange County? While on average our users pay $271, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $108. The most popular route (Sacramento Intl - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty), is priced around $73.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to Orange County?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to Orange County 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 Orange County?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Orange County (average of $298). Flying from Sacramento to Orange County in June is currently the most expensive (average of $395). 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 Orange County

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Orange County. 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$46Average$106FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$80Average$174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$128Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$271Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$289Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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