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$60+ Cheap flights from Charlotte to Sacramento (CLT - SMF)

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CLT — SMF
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Charlotte Douglas to Sacramento Intl are usually found in November or September, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Charlotte to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Charlotte (CLT) 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$150
(Southwest)

One-way from

$60
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$477
From Charlotte Douglas to Sacramento Intl
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Cheapest flights from Charlotte to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Charlotte to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/22:15 pmCLT - SMF
1 stop7h 34mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/97:26 pmSMF - CLT
1 stop15h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$153
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.
Wed 10/16:00 amCLT - SMF
1 stop7h 51mDelta
Mon 10/610:40 pmSMF - CLT
1 stop6h 58mDelta
Deal found 6/11$277
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.
Thu 7/35:28 pmCLT - SMF
1 stop20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/810:19 amSMF - CLT
2 stops19h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$299
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/16:30 amCLT - SMF
2 stops8h 40mSouthwest
Mon 10/69:15 pmSMF - CLT
1 stop9h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$303
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/274:27 pmCLT - SMF
1 stop7h 23mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/111:59 pmSMF - CLT
1 stop10h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$332
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/17:10 pmCLT - SMF
Nonstop5h 09mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/125:13 amSMF - CLT
Nonstop4h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$398

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Charlotte 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 Charlotte to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Charlotte

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Sacramento

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CharlotteSacramento

CLT - SMF

CLTSMF

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 7/2

2:15 pm-6:49 pm

1 stop7h 34m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 7/9

7:26 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop15h 14m

$153

CharlotteSacramento

CLT - SMF

CLTSMF

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 8/12

6:00 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/19

10:30 pm-11:01 am

1 stop9h 31m

$277

CharlotteSacramento

CLT - SMF

CLTSMF

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 7/3

5:28 pm-11:23 am

1 stop20h 55m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 7/8

10:19 am-8:26 am

2 stops19h 07m

$299

CharlotteSacramento

CLT - SMF

CLTSMF

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 8/18

5:05 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop9h 40m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/20

6:10 am-4:00 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$329

CharlotteSacramento

CLT - SMF

CLTSMF

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 8/27

4:27 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop7h 23m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/1

11:59 pm-1:07 pm

1 stop10h 08m

$332

CharlotteSacramento

CLT - SMF

CLTSMF

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 7/1

7:10 pm-9:19 pm

Nonstop5h 09m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 7/12

5:13 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop4h 57m

$398

CharlotteSacramento

CLT - SMF

CLTSMF

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 7/9

2:45 pm-8:36 am

2 stops20h 51m

$60

CharlotteSacramento

CLT - SMF

CLTSMF

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 8/18

5:05 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$90

CharlotteSacramento

CLT - SMF

CLTSMF

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 8/18

5:00 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops9h 20m

$191

CharlotteSacramento

CLT - SMF

CLTSMF

Charlotte Douglas

Sun 7/13

3:06 pm-5:24 pm

Nonstop5h 18m

$198

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Best time to book a flight from Charlotte to Sacramento

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Charlotte to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

Booking 62 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Charlotte to Sacramento. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Charlotte 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.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Charlotte to Sacramento in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 16% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Charlotte to Sacramento

Explore weekly flight availability from Charlotte 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 CLT to SMF are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 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.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Charlotte to Sacramento to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

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
4,287 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

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
7,950 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

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
8,790 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

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
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,052 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

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 Charlotte 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 Charlotte to Sacramento?

    You will need to book a flight from Charlotte Douglas to Sacramento Intl if you want to fly from Charlotte to Sacramento. At least 5 different airlines have flights from Douglas (CLT) to Sacramento Intl (SMF) on a regular basis. There is 1 flight to Sacramento from the Charlotte airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from CLT to SMF to be around 5h 30m.

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

    Southwest, at $150, was found to be the cheapest airline from Charlotte to Sacramento.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and Delta. Southwest is currently priced 65% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Charlotte 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 $60. Southwest flights start at $90 while deals on Delta start at $191 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Charlotte to Sacramento?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Charlotte to Sacramento? While on average our users pay $347, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $198. The most popular route (Charlotte Douglas - Sacramento Intl), is priced around $181.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Charlotte 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 5 airlines flying from Charlotte to Sacramento

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Charlotte 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
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$96Average$198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$213Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$286Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$330Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$336Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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