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$106+ Cheap flights from Atlanta to Sacramento (ATL - SMF)

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Sacramento Intl are usually found in January or September, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Atlanta to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Atlanta (ATL) 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 julio 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$161
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$106
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$473
From Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Sacramento Intl
One-way flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Sacramento Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price ($3 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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Cheapest flights from Atlanta to Sacramento
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mar. 8/194:18 pmATL - SMF
1 stop8h 16mSpirit Airlines
mar. 8/268:25 pmSMF - ATL
1 stop7h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/26$161
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sáb. 8/305:40 pmATL - SMF
1 stop26h 00mMultiple Airlines
mar. 9/28:25 pmSMF - ATL
1 stop7h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/26$227

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AtlantaSacramento

ATL - SMF

ATLSMF

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

mar. 8/19

4:18 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop8h 16m

Sacramento Intl

mar. 8/26

8:25 pm-6:25 am

1 stop7h 00m

$161

AtlantaSacramento

ATL - SMF

ATLSMF

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

sáb. 8/30

5:40 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop26h 00m

Sacramento Intl

mar. 9/2

8:25 pm-6:25 am

1 stop7h 00m

$227

AtlantaSacramento

ATL - SMF

ATLSMF

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

vie. 9/5

8:37 am-9:41 pm

1 stop16h 04m

$106

AtlantaSacramento

ATL - SMF

ATLSMF

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

vie. 9/19

7:48 pm-9:41 pm

1 stop28h 53m

$107

AtlantaSacramento

ATL - SMF

ATLSMF

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

sáb. 8/30

5:40 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop26h 00m

$124

AtlantaSacramento

ATL - SMF

ATLSMF

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

lun. 8/25

4:00 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops9h 25m

$159

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Atlanta to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Atlanta to Sacramento is 45 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 Atlanta to Sacramento?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Atlanta to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Atlanta to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 ATL to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Atlanta 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 julio 28, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 38% on flights from Atlanta to Sacramento by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Atlanta to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on July 27, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Atlanta to Sacramento

Explore weekly flight availability from Atlanta to Sacramento. 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 julio 28, 2025.

The most flights from ATL to SMF are scheduled on a Monday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Atlanta to Sacramento?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Atlanta to Sacramento chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Las Vegas (LAS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 55% of 1-stop itineraries from Atlanta to Sacramento on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Atlanta to Sacramento?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Atlanta to Sacramento, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Las Vegas (LAS) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $209.

What’s the fastest layover option from Atlanta to Sacramento?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Atlanta to Sacramento, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via San Diego (SAN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 4h 15m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Atlanta to Sacramento?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Atlanta to Sacramento, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via San Diego (SAN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 50m.

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 julio 28, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Spirit Airlines, and Frontier from Atlanta to Sacramento have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

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.

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

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.

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

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.

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

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 Atlanta 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 Atlanta to Sacramento?

    Booking a flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) to Sacramento Intl (SMF) is your only option if you wish to fly from Atlanta to Sacramento. On a typical day, there are 11 flights from Hartsfield-Jackson to Sacramento Intl, all of which are around 4h 46m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 7 airlines when you book a flight from Hartsfield-Jackson to Sacramento.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Atlanta to Sacramento round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Atlanta to Sacramento is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $161 on this airline. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 65% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $106. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Atlanta to Sacramento for a low price.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Atlanta to Sacramento are LATAM Airlines (79%), Air France (74%) and Delta (72%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Sacramento?

    On average you can expect to pay $574 for a flight from Atlanta to Sacramento. The cheapest flight overall is $348 while the most popular route, (Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - Sacramento Intl) is currently priced at $192.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Atlanta to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Atlanta to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 Atlanta to Sacramento

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Atlanta 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 julio 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$118Average$201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$158Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$245Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$252Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$325Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$336Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$439Average$670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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