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$122+ 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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SMF
May 18 — May 251
Mon 5/18
Mon 5/25
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 April 18, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Thu 4/308:08 pm
CMH
-
SMF
1 stop18h 15m
Frontier
Sun 5/311:03 am
SMF
-
CMH
1 stop29h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 4/15$242
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 6/32:03 pm
CMH
-
SMF
1 stop9h 47m
Delta
Wed 6/101:32 pm
SMF
-
CMH
1 stop6h 24m
Delta
Deal found 4/13$327
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 8/269:00 am
CMH
-
SMF
2 stops9h 06m
United Airlines
Wed 9/26:30 am
SMF
-
CMH
1 stop6h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/16$328
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Wed 5/611:32 am
CMH
-
SMF
2 stops10h 06m
American Airlines
Fri 5/812:34 am
SMF
-
CMH
1 stop8h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/15$332
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 5/125:05 am
CMH
-
SMF
2 stops10h 08m
American Airlines
Sat 5/1610:00 am
SMF
-
CMH
2 stops9h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/15$337
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 5/66:03 pm
CMH
-
SMF
1 stop6h 51m
Delta
Thu 5/1411:45 am
SMF
-
CMH
1 stop9h 07m
Delta
Deal found 4/15$341
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 4/14$352
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Thu 5/75:50 am
CMH
-
SMF
1 stop7h 10m
Southwest
Mon 5/1111:55 pm
SMF
-
CMH
1 stop7h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 4/13$355
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 5/911:32 am
CMH
-
SMF
2 stops10h 08m
American Airlines
Sat 5/1610:00 am
SMF
-
CMH
2 stops9h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/15$362
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Tue 6/167:20 pm
CMH
-
SMF
1 stop6h 40m
Southwest
Wed 7/151:05 pm
SMF
-
CMH
1 stop8h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 4/14$372
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 5/76:25 am
CMH
-
SMF
1 stop7h 01m
Delta
Mon 5/117:41 pm
SMF
-
CMH
2 stops11h 13m
Delta
Deal found 4/13$375

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 April 18, 2026.

Round-trip from

$242
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$122
(CheapOair)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$425
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 April 18, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ColumbusSacramento

CMH - SMF

CMHSMF

Columbus

Wed 6/3

2:03 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop9h 47m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 6/10

7:41 pm-9:48 am

2 stops11h 07m

$416

ColumbusSacramento

CMH - SMF

CMHSMF

Columbus

Wed 6/24

3:25 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop8h 35m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 6/28

11:50 pm-10:05 am

1 stop7h 15m

$419

ColumbusSacramento

CMH - SMF

CMHSMF

Columbus

Tue 6/2

5:30 am-11:51 am

1 stop9h 21m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 6/3

1:15 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$437
Quickest round-trip

ColumbusSacramento

CMH - SMF

CMHSMF

Columbus

Tue 5/12

4:54 pm-10:18 pm

1 stop8h 24m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/13

11:59 pm-9:42 am

1 stop6h 43m

$437

ColumbusSacramento

CMH - SMF

CMHSMF

Columbus

Fri 5/29

5:01 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop8h 42m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/31

11:39 pm-9:57 am

1 stop7h 18m

$447

ColumbusSacramento

CMH - SMF

CMHSMF

Columbus

Mon 6/1

5:01 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop8h 42m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 6/4

6:47 pm-9:49 am

2 stops12h 02m

$470

ColumbusSacramento

CMH - SMF

CMHSMF

Columbus

Fri 5/8

2:05 pm-9:47 pm

2 stops10h 42m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/10

7:41 pm-9:56 am

2 stops11h 15m

$475

ColumbusSacramento

CMH - SMF

CMHSMF

Columbus

Fri 5/1

6:15 am-12:36 pm

1 stop9h 21m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/4

11:59 pm-9:42 am

1 stop6h 43m

$476

ColumbusSacramento

CMH - SMF

CMHSMF

Columbus

Fri 7/10

6:30 am-12:07 pm

1 stop8h 37m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 7/23

2:24 pm-12:15 am

1 stop6h 51m

$477

ColumbusSacramento

CMH - SMF

CMHSMF

Columbus

Thu 7/16

2:00 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop9h 35m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 7/20

7:41 pm-9:47 am

2 stops11h 06m

$526

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Sacramento (average of $112). Flying from Columbus to Sacramento in March is currently the most expensive (average of $562). 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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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 April 18, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican 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
4,330 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,605 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,604 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

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 Delta, Southwest, and United Airlines fly from Columbus to Sacramento in about 8h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 12m. 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 52% 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Sacramento (average of $112). Flying from Columbus to Sacramento in March is currently the most expensive (average of $562). 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 April 18, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$235Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$301Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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