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$253+ 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 2/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CAE — SMF
Feb 19 — Feb 261
Thu 2/19
Thu 2/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbia to Sacramento

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 January 20, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 5/65:30 am
CAE
-
SMF
2 stops11h 31m
Delta
Sun 5/1010:40 pm
SMF
-
CAE
1 stop7h 46m
Delta
Deal found 1/18$334
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 5/66:30 am
CAE
-
SMF
1 stop8h 19m
United Airlines
Sun 5/107:04 pm
SMF
-
CAE
2 stops11h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/18$371
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
Thu 5/76:50 pm
CAE
-
SMF
1 stop7h 00m
Delta
Sun 5/1010:40 pm
SMF
-
CAE
1 stop7h 46m
Delta
Deal found 1/18$374
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 2/182:39 pm
CAE
-
SMF
2 stops11h 06m
United Airlines
Wed 2/257:00 am
SMF
-
CAE
1 stop8h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/20$434
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Tue 2/32:49 pm
CAE
-
SMF
1 stop9h 01m
United Airlines
Sat 2/77:15 am
SMF
-
CAE
1 stop8h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/19$489

Find 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 January 20, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$334
(Delta)

One-way from

$253
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$448
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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 January 20, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbia to Sacramento that are best for you.

Fly from

Columbia

Fly to

Sacramento

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbiaSacramento

CAE - SMF

CAESMF

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 5/6

5:30 am-2:01 pm

2 stops11h 31m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/10

5:15 pm-9:26 am

2 stops13h 11m

$354

ColumbiaSacramento

CAE - SMF

CAESMF

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 5/6

6:30 am-11:49 am

1 stop8h 19m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/10

7:04 pm-9:59 am

2 stops11h 55m

$371

ColumbiaSacramento

CAE - SMF

CAESMF

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 5/7

6:50 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/10

10:40 pm-9:26 am

1 stop7h 46m

$374

ColumbiaSacramento

CAE - SMF

CAESMF

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 2/18

2:39 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops11h 06m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/25

7:00 am-6:58 pm

1 stop8h 58m

$434

ColumbiaSacramento

CAE - SMF

CAESMF

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 2/3

2:49 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop9h 01m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 2/7

7:15 am-6:55 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$489

ColumbiaSacramento

CAE - SMF

CAESMF

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 2/15

3:48 pm-11:13 am

3 stops22h 25m

$253

ColumbiaSacramento

CAE - SMF

CAESMF

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 2/15

6:00 am-1:19 pm

1 stop10h 19m

$269

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 1/19

Compare providers for flights from Columbia 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 Columbia to Sacramento in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 Columbia-Sacramento flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Columbia-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbia-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbia-Sacramento flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia 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 Columbia-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 Columbia to Sacramento

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Estimated round-trip price
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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to Sacramento (average of $106). Flying from Columbia to Sacramento in July is currently the most expensive (average of $263). 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.

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 January 20, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Columbia 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,077 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

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
8,077 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,077 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

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
9,180 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,077 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

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
11,164 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,077 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

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.

  • How long is the flight from Columbia to Sacramento?

    A quick flight from Columbia to Sacramento can take about 8h 19m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $371. Airlines will cover a distance of 2257 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Columbia to Sacramento is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $308 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and American Airlines, starting at $314 and $338 round-trip. Delta is 39% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to Sacramento (average of $106). Flying from Columbia to Sacramento in July is currently the most expensive (average of $263). 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 Columbia to Sacramento

Discover the top 3 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 January 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$308Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$314Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$338Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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