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$156+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Sacramento (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 5/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SMF
Mar 31 — Apr 71
Tue 3/31
Tue 4/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Sacramento

Cheapest flights from Columbus to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 1, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/198:19 pm
CMH
-
SMF
1 stop18h 04m
Frontier
Sun 4/2611:03 am
SMF
-
CMH
1 stop27h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 2/25$253
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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.
Mon 4/137:25 am
CMH
-
SMF
1 stop9h 57m
United Airlines
Sat 4/185:00 am
SMF
-
CMH
1 stop6h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/26$304
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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.
Thu 4/97:25 am
CMH
-
SMF
1 stop8h 07m
United Airlines
Mon 4/1311:41 pm
SMF
-
CMH
1 stop8h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/26$311
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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.
Thu 4/29:20 am
CMH
-
SMF
1 stop8h 13m
American Airlines
Mon 4/611:15 pm
SMF
-
CMH
1 stop8h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/28$337
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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.
Fri 4/36:10 am
CMH
-
SMF
1 stop9h 28m
United Airlines
Tue 4/711:59 pm
SMF
-
CMH
1 stop6h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/28$372
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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 4/168:18 pm
CMH
-
SMF
1 stop18h 05m
Frontier
Sun 4/191:18 pm
SMF
-
CMH
2 stops17h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 2/28$373
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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 5/273:30 pm
CMH
-
SMF
1 stop9h 45m
United Airlines
Wed 6/1011:39 pm
SMF
-
CMH
1 stop7h 18m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/28$377
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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.
Thu 4/25:30 am
CMH
-
SMF
1 stop9h 23m
United Airlines
Mon 4/611:59 pm
SMF
-
CMH
1 stop6h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/27$379

Find flight deals from Columbus to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) 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 March 1, 2026.

Round-trip from

$253
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$156
(United Airlines)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$454
From Columbus to Sacramento Intl
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 March 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusSacramento

CMH - SMF

CMHSMF

Columbus

Wed 5/13

2:19 pm-8:42 pm

2 stops9h 23m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/17

6:00 am-6:16 pm

1 stop9h 16m

$377

ColumbusSacramento

CMH - SMF

CMHSMF

Columbus

Thu 4/2

5:30 am-11:53 am

1 stop9h 23m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 4/6

11:59 pm-9:43 am

1 stop6h 44m

$379

ColumbusSacramento

CMH - SMF

CMHSMF

Columbus

Wed 5/27

11:03 am-5:41 pm

2 stops9h 38m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/9

11:39 pm-9:57 am

1 stop7h 18m

$382

ColumbusSacramento

CMH - SMF

CMHSMF

Columbus

Thu 4/2

6:30 am-12:30 pm

2 stops9h 00m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 4/6

11:55 pm-10:15 am

1 stop7h 20m

$384

ColumbusSacramento

CMH - SMF

CMHSMF

Columbus

Thu 5/21

2:04 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop9h 46m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/24

11:04 pm-9:56 am

1 stop7h 52m

$437

ColumbusSacramento

CMH - SMF

CMHSMF

Columbus

Wed 3/11

9:15 am-4:06 pm

2 stops9h 51m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/18

5:00 am-2:28 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$437

ColumbusSacramento

CMH - SMF

CMHSMF

Columbus

Mon 4/27

5:40 am-2:22 pm

2 stops11h 42m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 4/30

6:00 am-6:16 pm

1 stop9h 16m

$440

ColumbusSacramento

CMH - SMF

CMHSMF

Columbus

Wed 3/11

5:35 am-1:05 pm

1 stop10h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/18

9:55 pm-11:55 am

1 stop11h 00m

$475

ColumbusSacramento

CMH - SMF

CMHSMF

Columbus

Thu 5/7

7:00 am-11:49 am

1 stop7h 49m

$156

ColumbusSacramento

CMH - SMF

CMHSMF

Columbus

Thu 4/16

8:18 pm-11:23 am

1 stop18h 05m

$157

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Sacramento

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Sacramento (average of $165). Flying from Columbus to Sacramento in January is currently the most expensive (average of $292). 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 March 1, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Columbus to Sacramento. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,303 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,303 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,303 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,370 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,303 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,370 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,303 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Located just 9.4 mi from the city center, Sacramento Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Sacramento from Columbus. Booking flights from Columbus to Sacramento Intl (SMF) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Columbus from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus to Sacramento?

    Airlines like United Airlines and Southwest fly from Columbus to Sacramento in about 9h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 23m. There are 2052 mi between Columbus and Sacramento. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($235), Southwest ($301), and United Airlines ($304) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus to Sacramento. American Airlines is priced at 51% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $143 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $148 and United Airlines from $153 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Sacramento (average of $165). Flying from Columbus to Sacramento in January is currently the most expensive (average of $292). 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 4 airlines flying from Columbus to Sacramento

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 March 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$235Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$301Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$304Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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