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$51+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Riverside, CA

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SMF — LAX
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Riverside are usually found in September or October, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sacramento to Riverside flight deals. Data was last updated September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$79
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$51
(United Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$118
From Sacramento Intl to Riverside
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Riverside
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Riverside. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/89:10 amSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
Sat 11/156:45 amLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$79
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/712:58 pmSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 37mFrontier
Sat 11/86:45 amLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$80
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/126:16 pmSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 30mFrontier
Sun 12/1412:55 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
Deal found 9/9$81
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/255:46 pmSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Thu 10/212:41 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$82
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/203:09 pmSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Fri 12/512:55 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$83
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/203:09 pmSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Sun 11/231:48 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$87
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3112:58 pmSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 37mFrontier
Sat 11/16:45 amLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$88
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/306:16 pmSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Fri 10/318:55 amLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Deal found 9/9$89
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/55:46 pmSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Thu 10/1612:59 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$91
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/306:16 pmSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Mon 11/38:55 amLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Deal found 9/9$92

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to Riverside 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Riverside that are best for you.

Fly from

Sacramento

Fly to

Riverside

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoLos Angeles

SMF - LAX

SMFLAX

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/4

2:36 pm-4:14 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Los Angeles

Sat 10/11

12:27 pm-1:57 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$101

SacramentoLos Angeles

SMF - LAX

SMFLAX

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/11

8:55 am-10:25 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/14

8:00 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$101

SacramentoLos Angeles

SMF - LAX

SMFLAX

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/11

3:20 pm-5:03 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/14

9:35 pm-11:10 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$101

SacramentoLos Angeles

SMF - LAX

SMFLAX

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/8

7:56 pm-9:41 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Los Angeles

Wed 10/15

9:15 pm-10:46 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$101

SacramentoLos Angeles

SMF - LAX

SMFLAX

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/1

9:00 am-10:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Los Angeles

Mon 10/13

8:25 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$109

SacramentoLos Angeles

SMF - LAX

SMFLAX

Sacramento Intl

Tue 11/18

11:14 am-12:54 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Los Angeles

Thu 12/4

6:05 pm-7:38 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$109

SacramentoLos Angeles

SMF - LAX

SMFLAX

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/7

2:37 pm-4:14 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

Los Angeles

Mon 10/13

5:45 pm-7:16 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$109

SacramentoLos Angeles

SMF - LAX

SMFLAX

Sacramento Intl

Sun 10/5

6:00 am-7:33 am

Nonstop1h 33m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/14

9:55 am-11:31 am

Nonstop1h 36m

$117

SacramentoLos Angeles

SMF - LAX

SMFLAX

Sacramento Intl

Fri 10/10

6:00 am-7:39 am

Nonstop1h 39m

Los Angeles

Mon 10/13

5:45 pm-7:16 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$117

SacramentoLos Angeles

SMF - LAX

SMFLAX

Sacramento Intl

Fri 10/10

6:00 am-7:39 am

Nonstop1h 39m

Los Angeles

Thu 10/16

9:15 pm-10:46 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$117

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Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Riverside

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Riverside. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Sacramento to Riverside is 89 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Riverside (average of $246). Flying from Sacramento to Riverside in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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 R1V?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to Riverside. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sacramento to Riverside?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Riverside. Price data was last updated on September 7, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Sacramento to Riverside

Explore weekly flight availability from Sacramento to Riverside. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

The most flights from SMF to R1V are scheduled on a Thursday (81 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (42 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Riverside

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Riverside. 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 Riverside. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sacramento to Riverside, 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
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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
4,248 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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
8,937 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,177 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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 Riverside. 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 Riverside?

    Most people fly from Sacramento Intl (SMF) if they book a flight from Sacramento to Riverside. On average, Sacramento Intl has 58 outbound flights to Riverside per day from 7 airlines. Sacramento Intl is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Sacramento’s city center.

  • How popular is this Sacramento to Riverside flight route?

    Within the past month, 205 users have taken a look at flights from Sacramento Intl to Riverside.

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to Riverside?

    Departing from Sacramento to Riverside will take you 1h 30m. The distance from Sacramento to Riverside is about 373 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Sacramento to Riverside?

    Before booking your flight to Riverside from Sacramento, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: WestJet (98%), China Eastern (97%), Lufthansa( 97%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Riverside?

    On average you can expect to pay $582 for a flight from Sacramento to Riverside. The cheapest flight overall is $45 while the most popular route, (Sacramento Intl - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $61.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Riverside (average of $246). Flying from Sacramento to Riverside in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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 Riverside

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Riverside. 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$19Average$109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$58Average$146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$79Average$197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$89Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$109Average$231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$116Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$237Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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