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$77+ Cheap flights from Dallas 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 9/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DFW — SMF
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dallas to Sacramento Intl are usually found in September or August, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Dallas to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dallas (A78) 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

$205
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$77
(Mytrip)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

September

Average price

$434
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Cheapest flights from Dallas to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dallas to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/1810:45 pmDFW - SMF
1 stop14h 21mSpirit Airlines
Mon 7/217:26 pmSMF - DFW
1 stop13h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$205
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/26:00 amDFW - SMF
1 stop12h 25mFrontier
Mon 10/612:11 pmSMF - DFW
1 stop9h 43mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$220
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Thu 7/2410:52 pmDFW - SMF
1 stop20h 54mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/47:26 pmSMF - DFW
1 stop13h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$234
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/911:50 amDAL - SMF
Nonstop3h 35mSouthwest
Wed 7/165:00 amSMF - DAL
Nonstop3h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$315
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/98:25 amDFW - SMF
Nonstop3h 41mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/1611:55 pmSMF - DFW
Nonstop3h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$317
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/248:39 pmDFW - SMF
2 stops13h 53mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/272:35 pmSMF - DFW
2 stops14h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$331
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Sat 7/266:15 amDFW - SMF
1 stop5h 34mDelta
Sat 8/26:15 amSMF - DFW
1 stop9h 13mDelta
Deal found 6/9$335

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dallas to Sacramento that are best for you.

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DallasSacramento

DFW - SMF

DFWSMF

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 7/18

10:45 pm-11:06 am

1 stop14h 21m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 7/21

7:26 pm-10:38 am

1 stop13h 12m

$205

DallasSacramento

DFW - SMF

DFWSMF

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 6/27

10:39 pm-9:24 am

1 stop12h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 6/29

3:44 pm-5:50 am

1 stop12h 06m

$225

DallasSacramento

DFW - SMF

DFWSMF

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 7/25

6:00 am-5:46 pm

1 stop13h 46m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 8/1

6:41 pm-5:54 am

1 stop9h 13m

$266

DallasSacramento

DAL - SMF

DALSMF

Dallas Love Field

Wed 7/9

11:50 am-1:25 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 7/16

5:00 am-10:20 am

Nonstop3h 20m

$315

DallasSacramento

DFW - SMF

DFWSMF

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 7/9

10:30 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop3h 29m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 7/16

7:17 am-12:38 pm

Nonstop3h 21m

$317

DallasSacramento

DFW - SMF

DFWSMF

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 7/26

6:15 am-9:49 am

1 stop5h 34m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 8/2

6:15 am-5:28 pm

1 stop9h 13m

$335

DallasSacramento

DFW - SMF

DFWSMF

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 8/29

8:37 pm-11:56 am

1 stop17h 19m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/2

7:05 pm-2:12 pm

2 stops17h 07m

$361

DallasSacramento

DFW - SMF

DFWSMF

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 9/10

11:08 am-4:19 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$77

DallasSacramento

DFW - SMF

DFWSMF

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 8/9

6:50 am-6:27 pm

1 stop13h 37m

$106

DallasSacramento

DFW - SMF

DFWSMF

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 8/14

6:00 am-4:11 pm

1 stop12h 11m

$123

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The best insider tips for Dallas to Sacramento flights

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Dallas to Sacramento trip
Airlines
Frontier

Frontier offers extra comfort seats with 32” separation for a fee, ideal for longer flights.


Frontier's early morning flights have a better chance of on-time departures, reducing delays.

Read more about Frontierby Marisa Garcia
Southwest

Southwest offers free in-flight entertainment streamed to your device, including early-release movies.


Southwest allows two free checked bags, including oversized items like skis or golf clubs.

Read more about Southwestby Marisa Garcia
Airports
DAL

DAL offers swift security lines and a straightforward layout, making it ideal for business travelers needing a quick departure.

Read more about DALby Paul Rubio
SMF

Catch the SacRT Route 142 express bus from SMF to downtown Sacramento, running hourly and taking about 30 minutes.

Read more about SMFby Matt Meltzer
Our travel experts
Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Frontier and Southwest

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

Expert on SMF

Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer has been a travel writer for over a decade, covering U.S. domestic locations and hotels for Thrillist, Fifty Grande, Matador Network, Conde Nast Traveler, and other top publications. He's won multiple travel journalism awards from the Society of American Travel Writers and North American Travel Journalists Association, and currently resides in South Florida.

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Paul Rubio

Paul Rubio

Expert on DAL

Paul Rubio

Paul Rubio

Travel journalist and photographer Paul Rubio is a Miami native (and current resident), who has lived in nine countries and traveled to 137. He is an expert in luxury travel, eco-travel, loyalty programs, hotels, airports and airlines. He is a contributing editor at AFAR, Condé Nast Traveler, LUXURY Magazine, and Palm Beach Illustrated.

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Best time to book a flight from Dallas to Sacramento

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Dallas to Sacramento?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dallas to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

Booking 66 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Dallas to Sacramento. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Dallas 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.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 52% on flights from Dallas to Sacramento by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Dallas to Sacramento?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Dallas to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on October 20, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Dallas to Sacramento flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Dallas to Sacramento

Explore weekly flight availability from Dallas to Sacramento. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

The most flights from A78 to SMF are scheduled on a Monday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

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.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Dallas to Sacramento by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dallas 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 Dallas?

    Most people fly into Sacramento Intl (SMF) if they book a flight to Sacramento from Dallas. On average, Sacramento Intl has 15 inbound flights from Dallas per day from 5 airlines. Sacramento Intl is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Sacramento’s city center.

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Sacramento, with prices starting at $205. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $266 and $315, respectively. You may be able to fly from Dallas to Sacramento for 44% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Dallas to Sacramento are Spirit Airlines ($77), Frontier ($123), and Alaska Airlines ($129).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Dallas to Sacramento?

    Consider Finnair (78%), American Airlines (62%) or Qatar Airways (59%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Dallas to Sacramento.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dallas to Sacramento?

    While on average a flight from Dallas to Sacramento is generally $530, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $162. When looking at the most popular route, (Dallas/Fort Worth - Sacramento Intl), you can expect to pay $315 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Dallas 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 5 airlines flying from Dallas to Sacramento

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Dallas 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
FrontierCheapest$81Average$182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$115Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$233Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$242Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$260Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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