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$117+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Richmond (SMF - RIC)

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 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — RIC
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Richmond. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Wed 12/311:55 amSMF - RIC
1 stop7h 25mSouthwest
Mon 12/86:10 amRIC - SMF
1 stop8h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 10/29$359
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 12/36:55 amSMF - RIC
2 stops12h 25mSouthwest
Tue 12/94:15 pmRIC - SMF
2 stops9h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 10/30$369
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/266:21 pmSMF - RIC
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/312:30 pmRIC - SMF
2 stops48h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$374
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Fri 12/56:10 amSMF - RIC
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Mon 12/86:10 amRIC - SMF
1 stop8h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 10/30$389
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/25:42 amSMF - RIC
2 stops10h 01mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/93:07 pmRIC - SMF
1 stop8h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$394
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/26:10 amSMF - RIC
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Tue 12/96:10 amRIC - SMF
1 stop8h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 10/29$399
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/29:18 amSMF - RIC
2 stops12h 12mDelta
Tue 12/912:36 pmRIC - SMF
2 stops13h 23mDelta
Deal found 10/30$413
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2411:59 pmSMF - RIC
1 stop9h 32mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/27:14 pmRIC - SMF
1 stop8h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$421
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Wed 11/2612:22 pmSMF - RIC
1 stop9h 05mDelta
Wed 12/35:10 amRIC - SMF
1 stop9h 03mDelta
Deal found 10/29$438

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Richmond

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Richmond (RIC). 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 October 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$359
(Southwest)

One-way from

$117
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$414
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From Sacramento Intl to Richmond Byrd Intl
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One-way flight from Sacramento Intl to Richmond Byrd Intl
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($102 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($38 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to Richmond 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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Richmond that are best for you.

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Richmond

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Depart

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Price

SacramentoRichmond

SMF - RIC

SMFRIC

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/3

6:10 am-4:40 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 12/9

6:10 am-12:00 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$359

SacramentoRichmond

SMF - RIC

SMFRIC

Sacramento Intl

Thu 12/4

10:30 pm-9:02 am

1 stop7h 32m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 12/8

3:25 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop10h 34m

$359

SacramentoRichmond

SMF - RIC

SMFRIC

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/3

11:55 am-10:20 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 12/8

6:10 am-12:00 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$359

SacramentoRichmond

SMF - RIC

SMFRIC

Sacramento Intl

Tue 1/13

9:48 am-12:25 am

2 stops11h 37m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 1/19

12:44 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops12h 36m

$369

SacramentoRichmond

SMF - RIC

SMFRIC

Sacramento Intl

Thu 2/19

6:25 am-3:50 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$158

SacramentoRichmond

SMF - RIC

SMFRIC

Sacramento Intl

Fri 2/20

10:33 pm-8:18 am

1 stop6h 45m

$158

SacramentoRichmond

SMF - RIC

SMFRIC

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/18

11:55 am-9:50 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$158

SacramentoRichmond

SMF - RIC

SMFRIC

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/17

8:30 pm-9:38 am

2 stops10h 08m

$163

SacramentoRichmond

SMF - RIC

SMFRIC

Sacramento Intl

Sun 1/18

8:30 pm-9:38 am

2 stops10h 08m

$163

SacramentoRichmond

SMF - RIC

SMFRIC

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/18

6:30 am-11:42 pm

2 stops14h 12m

$164

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Compare providers for flights from Sacramento to Richmond

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 Richmond in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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-Richmond flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Richmond flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Richmond flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Richmond flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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-Richmond 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 Richmond

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Richmond from Sacramento with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Richmond. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

Booking 49 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sacramento to Richmond. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Richmond (average of $91). Flying from Sacramento to Richmond in July is currently the most expensive (average of $238). 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 RIC?

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

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Sacramento to Richmond 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 49% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing Richmond

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Richmond. 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 Richmond. Reviews last updated October 30, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sacramento to Richmond, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,035 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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

    Departing from Sacramento to Richmond will take you 7h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2383 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Sacramento to Richmond round-trip from $331. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $343, and Southwest, from $347. United Airlines is priced at 37% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Sacramento to Richmond are United Airlines ($158), Southwest ($158), and American Airlines ($158).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Richmond (average of $91). Flying from Sacramento to Richmond in July is currently the most expensive (average of $238). 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 4 airlines flying from Sacramento to Richmond

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Richmond. 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$331Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$343Average$634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$347Average$582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$350Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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