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$349+ Cheap flights from Chattanooga to Sacramento (CHA - SMF)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHA — SMF
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chattanooga to Sacramento

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

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/181:41 pmCHA - SMF
1 stop30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/226:16 pmSMF - CHA
1 stop24h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$409
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/195:35 amCHA - SMF
1 stop7h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/2711:59 pmSMF - CHA
1 stop8h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$574
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Sun 12/213:35 pmCHA - SMF
2 stops10h 11mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/2811:59 pmSMF - CHA
1 stop8h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$619
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Sun 12/213:35 pmCHA - SMF
1 stop8h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/2711:59 pmSMF - CHA
1 stop8h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$639
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Sat 12/205:35 amCHA - SMF
1 stop7h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/2811:59 pmSMF - CHA
1 stop8h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$699
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/205:43 pmCHA - SMF
1 stop8h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/286:00 amSMF - CHA
2 stops26h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$760

Find flight deals from Chattanooga to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chattanooga (CHA) 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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$349
(American Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$478
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($64 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chattanooga 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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chattanooga to Sacramento that are best for you.

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ChattanoogaSacramento

CHA - SMF

CHASMF

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Wed 4/8

7:51 am-11:42 am

1 stop6h 51m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/14

10:49 pm-8:36 am

1 stop6h 47m

$349

ChattanoogaSacramento

CHA - SMF

CHASMF

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Wed 4/8

10:48 am-8:46 pm

2 stops12h 58m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/14

8:50 am-9:07 pm

2 stops9h 17m

$389

ChattanoogaSacramento

CHA - SMF

CHASMF

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Sat 1/31

1:00 pm-6:41 pm

1 stop8h 41m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/4

10:50 am-8:44 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$409

ChattanoogaSacramento

CHA - SMF

CHASMF

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Sat 3/14

1:55 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop10h 28m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/17

7:20 pm-8:43 am

2 stops10h 23m

$429

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Deals found on 12/11

Compare providers for flights from Chattanooga 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 Chattanooga to Sacramento in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 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 Chattanooga-Sacramento flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Chattanooga-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chattanooga-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chattanooga-Sacramento flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Chattanooga-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 Chattanooga to Sacramento

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sacramento from Chattanooga with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chattanooga to Sacramento

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chattanooga to Sacramento (average of $150). Flying from Chattanooga to Sacramento in December is currently the most expensive (average of $298). 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 CHA to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Chattanooga 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 December 12, 2025.

When flying from Chattanooga 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 19% versus a flight in the morning.

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 December 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta and American Airlines from Chattanooga to Sacramento by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chattanooga to Sacramento. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Chattanooga to Sacramento?

    Departing from Chattanooga to Sacramento will take you 6h 51m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2013 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Sacramento, with prices starting at $163. Another option worth looking into is American Airlines, starting at $278 round trip. Delta is 60% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chattanooga to Sacramento (average of $150). Flying from Chattanooga to Sacramento in December is currently the most expensive (average of $298). 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 2 airlines flying from Chattanooga to Sacramento

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Chattanooga 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$208Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$278Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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