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$30+ Cheap flights from California to Sacramento (SMF)

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LAX — SMF
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Cheap flight deals from California to Sacramento

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Sacramento flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$60
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$32
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$173
From California to Sacramento Intl
One-way flight from California to Sacramento Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($34 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

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Cheapest flights from California to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/99:38 amLAS - SMF
Nonstop1h 28mSpirit Airlines
Thu 7/107:26 pmSMF - LAS
Nonstop1h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$60
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/317:10 amLAS - SMF
Nonstop1h 26mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/33:44 pmSMF - LAS
Nonstop1h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$81
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/254:05 pmLAS - SMF
Nonstop1h 41mFrontier
Sun 7/273:44 pmSMF - LAS
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$89
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/227:15 pmLAS - SMF
Nonstop1h 37mDelta
Mon 7/2812:15 pmSMF - LAS
Nonstop1h 35mDelta
Deal found 6/10$97
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/92:01 pmBUR - SMF
1 stop4h 26mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/1612:01 pmSMF - BUR
1 stop3h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/9$110
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/101:09 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Sun 7/135:08 pmSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$114
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/76:00 amLAX - SMF
1 stop12h 27mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/117:26 pmSMF - LAX
1 stop3h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$116
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1212:30 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 25mDelta
Sat 8/167:00 amSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 37mDelta
Deal found 6/11$124
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/255:30 amLAX - SMF
1 stop3h 54mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/265:08 pmSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$130
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/1411:40 amBUR - SMF
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Sat 8/167:05 amSMF - BUR
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$134
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/278:11 amSNA - SMF
1 stop10h 38mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/2912:29 pmSMF - SNA
1 stop18h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$143
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/612:05 pmLAS - SMF
1 stop3h 50mSouthwest
Sat 8/95:10 pmSMF - LAS
1 stop4h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$144

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Sacramento that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

Sacramento

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasSacramento

LAS - SMF

LASSMF

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 7/9

9:38 am-11:06 am

Nonstop1h 28m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 7/10

7:26 pm-8:51 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$60

Las VegasSacramento

LAS - SMF

LASSMF

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 7/31

7:10 am-8:36 am

Nonstop1h 26m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 8/3

3:44 pm-5:18 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

$81

Las VegasSacramento

LAS - SMF

LASSMF

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 7/25

4:05 pm-5:46 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 7/27

3:44 pm-5:18 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

$89

Las VegasSacramento

LAS - SMF

LASSMF

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 7/22

7:15 pm-8:52 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 7/28

12:15 pm-1:50 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$97

BurbankSacramento

BUR - SMF

BURSMF

Burbank Bob Hope

Wed 7/9

2:01 pm-6:27 pm

1 stop4h 26m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 7/16

12:01 pm-3:37 pm

1 stop3h 36m

$110

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

Thu 7/10

1:09 pm-2:41 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 7/13

5:08 pm-6:41 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$114

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

Thu 8/7

6:00 am-6:27 pm

1 stop12h 27m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 8/11

7:26 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop3h 24m

$116

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

Tue 8/12

9:55 pm-11:20 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 8/16

7:00 am-8:37 am

Nonstop1h 37m

$124

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

Wed 6/25

5:30 am-9:24 am

1 stop3h 54m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 6/26

5:08 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$130

BurbankSacramento

BUR - SMF

BURSMF

Burbank Bob Hope

Thu 8/14

11:40 am-4:50 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 8/16

7:05 am-8:25 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$134

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Best time to book a flight from California to Sacramento

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from California to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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 CA to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 June 12, 2025.

When flying from California to Sacramento, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from California to Sacramento

Explore weekly flight availability from California 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to SMF are scheduled on a Thursday (82 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (39 on average).

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 June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from California to Sacramento have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Sacramento from California?

    Located just 9.4 mi from the city center, Sacramento Intl (SMF) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Sacramento from California.

  • How popular is this California to Sacramento flight route?

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $32. Frontier flights start at $48 while deals on Delta start at $49 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Sacramento?

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

    Before booking your flight to Sacramento from California, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Frontier (100%), Qantas Airways (97%), China Eastern( 97%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Sacramento?

    On average you can expect to pay $189 for a flight from California to Sacramento. The cheapest flight overall is $59 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Sacramento Intl) is currently priced at $107.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from California to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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 8 airlines flying from California to Sacramento

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from California 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$24Average$100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$52Average$138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$84Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$88Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$97Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$117Average$187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
American AirlinesCheapest$117Average$320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$126Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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