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$145+ Cheap flights from Columbia to Sacramento (CAE - 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 7/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CAE — SMF
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbia to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbia (CAE) 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

$295
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$145
(Mytrip)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$568
From Columbia Metropolitan to Sacramento Intl
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Cheapest flights from Columbia to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbia to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/1611:57 amCAE - SMF
2 stops14h 59mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/245:15 pmSMF - CAE
2 stops14h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$294
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.
Wed 8/65:36 pmCAE - SMF
1 stop8h 07mDelta
Thu 8/147:05 pmSMF - CAE
2 stops11h 02mDelta
Deal found 6/10$314
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/166:15 amCAE - SMF
1 stop7h 58mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/2410:02 pmSMF - CAE
1 stop7h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$387
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/75:41 pmCAE - SMF
3 stops28h 08mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/1212:01 pmSMF - CAE
3 stops29h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$417
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.
Sat 10/185:26 pmCAE - SMF
1 stop8h 32mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/218:00 amSMF - CAE
1 stop8h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$439

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

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Columbia

Fly to

Sacramento

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbiaSacramento

CAE - SMF

CAESMF

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 7/7

5:41 pm-9:24 am

2 stops18h 43m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 7/11

7:26 pm-3:42 pm

2 stops17h 16m

$295

ColumbiaSacramento

CAE - SMF

CAESMF

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 8/6

5:36 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop8h 07m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 8/14

7:05 pm-9:07 am

2 stops11h 02m

$314

ColumbiaSacramento

CAE - SMF

CAESMF

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 7/7

5:41 pm-6:49 pm

3 stops28h 08m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 7/12

12:01 pm-9:00 pm

3 stops29h 59m

$417

ColumbiaSacramento

CAE - SMF

CAESMF

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 6/18

2:30 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop9h 49m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 6/22

7:20 am-7:02 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$521

ColumbiaSacramento

CAE - SMF

CAESMF

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 7/7

7:45 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop28h 44m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 7/12

6:36 pm-9:54 am

2 stops12h 18m

$523

ColumbiaSacramento

CAE - SMF

CAESMF

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 7/7

5:41 pm-9:24 am

2 stops18h 43m

$145

ColumbiaSacramento

CAE - SMF

CAESMF

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 7/12

5:36 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop8h 07m

$360

ColumbiaSacramento

CAE - SMF

CAESMF

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 7/7

5:35 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop8h 08m

$390

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Deals found on 6/10

Best time to book a flight from Columbia to Sacramento

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Columbia 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.

It’s optimal to fly from Columbia to Sacramento in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 21% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,052 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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 Columbia 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 Columbia to Sacramento round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Columbia to Sacramento is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $295 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and American Airlines, starting at $314 and $521 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is 37% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $145 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $360 and United Airlines from $390 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Columbia 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 2 airlines flying from Columbia to Sacramento

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Columbia 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
American AirlinesCheapest$277Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$308Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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