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$147+ Cheap flights from Buffalo to Sacramento (BUF - SMF)

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 8/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Buffalo to Sacramento Intl are usually found in May or October, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Buffalo to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Buffalo (BUF) 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 julho 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$324
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$147
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$446
From Buffalo to Sacramento Intl
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Cheapest flights from Buffalo to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Buffalo to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julho 31, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
qua 9/176:15 amBUF - SMF
1 stop7h 03mDelta
seg 9/2210:30 pmSMF - BUF
1 stop9h 31mDelta
Deal found 7/31$324
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
ter 10/214:25 pmBUF - SMF
1 stop8h 22mAmerican Airlines
ter 11/45:42 amSMF - BUF
1 stop7h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$325
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
qui 8/2112:41 pmBUF - SMF
1 stop12h 12mJetBlue
dom 8/2411:08 pmSMF - BUF
1 stop9h 48mJetBlue
Deal found 7/30$369
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
ter 10/146:00 amBUF - SMF
2 stops9h 05mSouthwest
ter 10/217:15 pmSMF - BUF
2 stops9h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 7/30$391
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
qua 9/1710:55 amBUF - SMF
2 stops12h 34mUnited Airlines
seg 9/228:35 pmSMF - BUF
2 stops10h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$434

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Buffalo 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 julho 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Buffalo to Sacramento that are best for you.

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BUF - SMF

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Buffalo

qua 9/17

6:15 am-10:18 am

1 stop7h 03m

Sacramento Intl

seg 9/22

10:30 pm-11:01 am

1 stop9h 31m

$324

BuffaloSacramento

BUF - SMF

BUFSMF

Buffalo

ter 10/21

4:25 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop8h 22m

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ter 11/4

5:42 am-4:12 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$325

BuffaloSacramento

BUF - SMF

BUFSMF

Buffalo

qui 8/21

12:41 pm-9:53 pm

1 stop12h 12m

Sacramento Intl

dom 8/24

11:08 pm-11:56 am

1 stop9h 48m

$369

BuffaloSacramento

BUF - SMF

BUFSMF

Buffalo

ter 10/14

6:00 am-12:05 pm

2 stops9h 05m

Sacramento Intl

ter 10/21

7:15 pm-8:10 am

2 stops9h 55m

$391

BuffaloSacramento

BUF - SMF

BUFSMF

Buffalo

qua 9/17

10:55 am-8:29 pm

2 stops12h 34m

Sacramento Intl

seg 9/22

8:35 pm-9:53 am

2 stops10h 18m

$434

BuffaloSacramento

BUF - SMF

BUFSMF

Buffalo

dom 8/24

2:22 pm-11:10 am

1 stop23h 48m

$147

BuffaloSacramento

BUF - SMF

BUFSMF

Buffalo

qua 10/1

3:55 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$179

BuffaloSacramento

BUF - SMF

BUFSMF

Buffalo

qua 10/15

10:55 am-8:46 pm

2 stops12h 51m

$218

BuffaloSacramento

BUF - SMF

BUFSMF

Buffalo

sáb 8/16

11:54 am-5:26 pm

1 stop8h 32m

$259

BuffaloSacramento

BUF - SMF

BUFSMF

Buffalo

dom 8/24

6:00 am-1:55 pm

2 stops10h 55m

$265

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Best time to book a flight from Buffalo to Sacramento

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

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Buffalo to Sacramento may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 58 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Buffalo 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 BUF to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Buffalo 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 julho 31, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Buffalo to Sacramento is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 8% on airfare.

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 julho 31, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Buffalo 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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
7,981 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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
8,900 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,914 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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 Buffalo to Sacramento. 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 Buffalo to Sacramento round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Buffalo to Sacramento is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $324 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and JetBlue, starting at $347 and $369 round-trip. American Airlines is 29% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $147. JetBlue flights start at $179 while deals on United Airlines start at $218 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Buffalo 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 3 airlines flying from Buffalo to Sacramento

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Buffalo 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 julho 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$204Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$338Average$526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$362Average$505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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