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$78+ Cheap flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento (ABQ - SMF)

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ABQ — SMF
Mar 19 — Mar 261
Wed 3/19
Wed 3/26
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Cheap flight deals from Albuquerque to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Albuquerque (ABQ) to Sacramento (SMF). 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 March 14, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$263
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$80
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$364
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Cheapest flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Albuquerque to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 14, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Thu 3/202:11 pmABQ - SMF
1 stop6h 29mSpirit Airlines
Mon 3/2411:49 amSMF - ABQ
1 stop24h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/11$215
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 4/161:31 pmABQ - SMF
1 stop9h 48mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/2212:07 pmSMF - ABQ
1 stop9h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/12$263
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Sat 4/266:00 amABQ - SMF
1 stop4h 26mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/263:30 pmSMF - ABQ
1 stop5h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/13$292
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Thu 5/16:50 pmABQ - SMF
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Sat 5/1711:20 amSMF - ABQ
2 stops9h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 3/12$331
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Fri 4/258:00 amABQ - SMF
2 stops24h 30mAlaska Airlines
Mon 4/282:50 pmSMF - ABQ
2 stops8h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/13$386
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Wed 3/198:00 amABQ - SMF
3 stops31h 28mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/2411:49 amSMF - ABQ
1 stop24h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$393
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 3/1412:20 pmABQ - SMF
1 stop7h 33mDelta
Fri 3/215:30 amSMF - ABQ
1 stop5h 07mDelta
Deal found 3/13$725

Find flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento 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 March 14, 2025.

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AlbuquerqueSacramento

ABQ - SMF

ABQSMF

Albuquerque

Wed 4/16

1:31 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop9h 48m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/22

12:07 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop9h 57m

$263

AlbuquerqueSacramento

ABQ - SMF

ABQSMF

Albuquerque

Sat 4/26

6:00 am-9:26 am

1 stop4h 26m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 4/26

3:30 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$292

AlbuquerqueSacramento

ABQ - SMF

ABQSMF

Albuquerque

Sun 3/23

2:11 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/26

7:30 pm-1:16 pm

1 stop16h 46m

$312

AlbuquerqueSacramento

ABQ - SMF

ABQSMF

Albuquerque

Thu 5/1

6:50 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/17

11:20 am-10:10 pm

2 stops9h 50m

$331

AlbuquerqueSacramento

ABQ - SMF

ABQSMF

Albuquerque

Fri 4/25

8:00 am-7:30 am

2 stops24h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 4/28

2:50 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops8h 09m

$386

AlbuquerqueSacramento

ABQ - SMF

ABQSMF

Albuquerque

Sun 3/23

2:11 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/26

10:00 am-9:50 pm

2 stops10h 50m

$426

AlbuquerqueSacramento

ABQ - SMF

ABQSMF

Albuquerque

Tue 4/1

2:11 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$78

AlbuquerqueSacramento

ABQ - SMF

ABQSMF

Albuquerque

Wed 4/2

6:30 am-5:34 pm

1 stop12h 04m

$137

AlbuquerqueSacramento

ABQ - SMF

ABQSMF

Albuquerque

Wed 6/4

12:06 pm-5:24 pm

1 stop6h 18m

$147

AlbuquerqueSacramento

ABQ - SMF

ABQSMF

Albuquerque

Wed 4/2

11:00 am-4:25 pm

2 stops6h 25m

$152

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Compare providers for flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento

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

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Travel insights for flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albuquerque to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Albuquerque to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $443). 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 ABQ to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Albuquerque to Sacramento. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 14, 2025.

When flying from Albuquerque to Sacramento, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 28% versus a flight in the evening.

Rainfall in Sacramento by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sacramento ranges from 0.0 - 3.6 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Sacramento when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Sacramento by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sacramento, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sacramento

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sacramento. 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 Sacramento. Reviews last updated March 14, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

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
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,734 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

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
7,944 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

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
8,623 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

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
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

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 Albuquerque to Sacramento. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Albuquerque to Sacramento?

    If you book a flight from Albuquerque to Sacramento, you will be flying from Albuquerque to Sacramento Intl. Flights to Sacramento Intl (SMF) from Albuquerque (ABQ) take 4h 32m for a nonstop flight. There is 1 flight from Albuquerque to Sacramento per day from 4 airlines.

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($263), United Airlines ($292), and Spirit Airlines ($312) offers the cheapest pricing from Albuquerque to Sacramento. You may be able to fly from Albuquerque to Sacramento for 24% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $80 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $137 and $144, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albuquerque to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Albuquerque to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $443). 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 Albuquerque to Sacramento

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento. 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 March 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$108Average$170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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