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$122+ 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 7/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — RIC
jul. 6 — jul. 131
dom. 7/6
dom. 7/13
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Richmond Byrd Intl are usually found in February or September, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

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 julio 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$333
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$122
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$526
From Sacramento Intl to Richmond Byrd Intl
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Richmond
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 julio 1, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/167:26 pmSMF - RIC
2 stops10h 11mSpirit Airlines
jue. 7/171:48 pmRIC - SMF
2 stops24h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/28$333
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
mié. 9/312:30 pmSMF - RIC
1 stop8h 35mSouthwest
mié. 9/102:30 pmRIC - SMF
1 stop8h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 6/29$351
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/2910:59 amSMF - RIC
1 stop9h 16mUnited Airlines
mar. 8/56:25 amRIC - SMF
1 stop8h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$354
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
mié. 9/37:23 amSMF - RIC
2 stops13h 02mDelta
jue. 9/116:00 amRIC - SMF
1 stop7h 18mDelta
Deal found 6/29$356
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/77:26 pmSMF - RIC
2 stops10h 11mMultiple Airlines
mar. 8/1211:48 amRIC - SMF
2 stops14h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/29$369
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 7/316:00 amSMF - RIC
1 stop9h 40mAmerican Airlines
jue. 8/77:01 amRIC - SMF
1 stop9h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$389

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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 julio 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Richmond that are best for you.

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Sacramento

Fly to

Richmond

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoRichmond

SMF - RIC

SMFRIC

Sacramento Intl

mié. 7/16

7:26 pm-8:37 am

2 stops10h 11m

Richmond Byrd Intl

jue. 7/17

1:48 pm-11:06 am

2 stops24h 18m

$333

SacramentoRichmond

SMF - RIC

SMFRIC

Sacramento Intl

mié. 9/3

12:30 pm-12:05 am

1 stop8h 35m

Richmond Byrd Intl

mié. 9/10

2:30 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$351

SacramentoRichmond

SMF - RIC

SMFRIC

Sacramento Intl

mar. 7/29

10:59 am-11:15 pm

1 stop9h 16m

Richmond Byrd Intl

mar. 8/5

6:25 am-11:46 am

1 stop8h 21m

$354

SacramentoRichmond

SMF - RIC

SMFRIC

Sacramento Intl

mié. 9/3

7:00 am-6:38 pm

1 stop8h 38m

Richmond Byrd Intl

mar. 9/9

3:35 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops9h 35m

$356

SacramentoRichmond

SMF - RIC

SMFRIC

Sacramento Intl

jue. 8/7

7:26 pm-8:37 am

2 stops10h 11m

Richmond Byrd Intl

mar. 8/12

11:48 am-11:25 pm

2 stops14h 37m

$369

SacramentoRichmond

SMF - RIC

SMFRIC

Sacramento Intl

jue. 7/31

6:00 am-6:40 pm

1 stop9h 40m

Richmond Byrd Intl

jue. 8/7

7:01 am-1:21 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$389

SacramentoRichmond

SMF - RIC

SMFRIC

Sacramento Intl

mié. 7/16

12:01 pm-8:37 am

2 stops17h 36m

$122

SacramentoRichmond

SMF - RIC

SMFRIC

Sacramento Intl

jue. 9/4

6:30 am-9:26 pm

2 stops11h 56m

$143

SacramentoRichmond

SMF - RIC

SMFRIC

Sacramento Intl

jue. 8/21

9:20 am-9:46 pm

1 stop9h 26m

$171

SacramentoRichmond

SMF - RIC

SMFRIC

Sacramento Intl

lun. 8/4

5:13 am-5:23 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$176

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Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Richmond

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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 June 27, 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Richmond (average of $281). Flying from Sacramento to Richmond in March is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 julio 1, 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 50% 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 julio 1, 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
4,275 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,974 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,858 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,100 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

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.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Sacramento to Richmond round-trip from $333. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Southwest, from $351, and United Airlines, from $354. Spirit Airlines is priced at 33% 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 Spirit Airlines ($122), United Airlines ($171), and American Airlines ($176).

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Richmond (average of $281). Flying from Sacramento to Richmond in March is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 Richmond

Discover the top 5 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 julio 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$205Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$331Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$336Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$338Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$426Average$626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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