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$100+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Philadelphia (SMF - PHL)

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 4/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — PHL
May 4 — May 111
Mon 5/4
Mon 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Philadelphia

Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 4, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/42:10 pm
SMF
-
PHL
1 stop13h 40m
Frontier
Sat 5/910:40 am
PHL
-
SMF
1 stop8h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30$185
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Wed 5/208:16 pm
SMF
-
PHL
1 stop9h 54m
Frontier
Mon 5/257:50 pm
PHL
-
SMF
1 stop26h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 4/1$196
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/163:11 pm
SMF
-
PHL
1 stop11h 02m
Frontier
Sun 4/198:36 pm
PHL
-
SMF
1 stop17h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 4/2$200
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/42:10 pm
SMF
-
PHL
1 stop13h 40m
Frontier
Thu 5/710:40 am
PHL
-
SMF
1 stop8h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$205
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1811:28 am
SMF
-
PHL
1 stop15h 09m
Frontier
Fri 5/228:35 pm
PHL
-
SMF
1 stop17h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$206
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Mon 4/206:51 pm
SMF
-
PHL
1 stop8h 59m
Frontier
Wed 4/228:41 pm
PHL
-
SMF
1 stop17h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 4/2$207
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/176:30 pm
SMF
-
PHL
1 stop7h 43m
Frontier
Mon 4/206:43 am
PHL
-
SMF
1 stop14h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$210
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Mon 4/276:47 pm
SMF
-
PHL
1 stop9h 03m
Frontier
Thu 4/306:43 am
PHL
-
SMF
1 stop12h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 4/2$217
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/36:52 pm
SMF
-
PHL
1 stop7h 21m
Frontier
Sat 5/910:40 am
PHL
-
SMF
1 stop8h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30$225
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/48:16 pm
SMF
-
PHL
1 stop9h 54m
Frontier
Mon 6/810:40 am
PHL
-
SMF
1 stop8h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$235

Find flight deals from Sacramento to Philadelphia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Philadelphia (PHL). 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 4, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$185
(Frontier)

One-way from

$100
(Travelocity)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$444
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One-way flight from Sacramento Intl to Philadelphia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($7 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to Philadelphia 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 April 4, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Philadelphia that are best for you.

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Route

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Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

SacramentoPhiladelphia

SMF - PHL

SMFPHL

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/19

11:45 am-11:07 pm

1 stop8h 22m

Philadelphia

Tue 5/26

6:12 am-10:22 am

1 stop7h 10m

$293

SacramentoPhiladelphia

SMF - PHL

SMFPHL

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/13

7:41 pm-8:55 am

2 stops10h 14m

Philadelphia

Tue 5/19

6:12 am-10:22 am

1 stop7h 10m

$339

SacramentoPhiladelphia

SMF - PHL

SMFPHL

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/5

6:36 pm-9:54 am

2 stops12h 18m

Philadelphia

Wed 5/6

6:06 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop8h 41m

$408

SacramentoPhiladelphia

SMF - PHL

SMFPHL

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/23

1:05 pm-1:00 am

2 stops8h 55m

Philadelphia

Tue 6/30

4:35 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops9h 25m

$440

SacramentoPhiladelphia

SMF - PHL

SMFPHL

Sacramento Intl

Wed 7/22

2:24 pm-12:57 am

1 stop7h 33m

Philadelphia

Wed 7/29

4:14 pm-9:12 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$447

SacramentoPhiladelphia

SMF - PHL

SMFPHL

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/4

6:36 pm-9:54 am

2 stops12h 18m

Philadelphia

Thu 5/7

11:32 am-8:42 pm

2 stops12h 10m

$457
Quickest round-trip

SacramentoPhiladelphia

SMF - PHL

SMFPHL

Sacramento Intl

Fri 6/19

3:00 pm-12:40 am

1 stop6h 40m

Philadelphia

Fri 7/10

6:05 am-10:15 am

1 stop7h 10m

$469

SacramentoPhiladelphia

SMF - PHL

SMFPHL

Sacramento Intl

Tue 7/21

6:47 pm-9:39 am

2 stops11h 52m

Philadelphia

Mon 7/27

6:23 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 36m

$486

SacramentoPhiladelphia

SMF - PHL

SMFPHL

Sacramento Intl

Tue 7/21

6:47 pm-9:45 am

2 stops11h 58m

Philadelphia

Tue 7/28

6:00 am-5:54 pm

2 stops14h 54m

$491

SacramentoPhiladelphia

SMF - PHL

SMFPHL

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/26

8:29 pm-9:39 am

2 stops10h 10m

Philadelphia

Sat 5/30

6:10 am-5:35 pm

2 stops14h 25m

$499

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Compare providers for flights from Sacramento to Philadelphia

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sacramento to Philadelphia in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 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-Philadelphia flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Philadelphia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Philadelphia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Philadelphia flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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-Philadelphia flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Philadelphia

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on April 2, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Sacramento to Philadelphia may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 35 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Philadelphia (average of $119). Flying from Sacramento to Philadelphia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $199). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Philadelphia?

Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia. Reviews last updated April 4, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Sacramento to Philadelphia. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,343 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
8.0
Very good
4,343 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,343 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
8,383 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,343 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
9,541 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,343 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
7.1
Good
11,556 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,343 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,343 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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 Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia?

    There are many flights that can get you from Sacramento to Philadelphia in 8h 22m. Fly via Delta, United Airlines, or Southwest to get the fastest option. Sacramento and Philadelphia are separated by a distance of 2450 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at $109, Frontier will fly you from Sacramento to Philadelphia and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $178 and $256, respectively. Users have found that Frontier is 72% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $91. Frontier flights start at $106 while deals on Delta start at $140 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Philadelphia (average of $119). Flying from Sacramento to Philadelphia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $199). 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 5 airlines flying from Sacramento to Philadelphia

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Philadelphia. 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 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$109Average$188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$178Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$256Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$257Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$276Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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