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$63+ Cheap flights from Dallas to Sacramento (SMF)

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dallas to Sacramento Intl are usually found in September or October, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Sunday 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 junio 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$197
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$63
(Priceline)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$439
From Dallas to Sacramento Intl
One-way flight from Dallas to Sacramento Intl
High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

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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 junio 30, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
sáb. 7/1210:45 pmDFW - SMF
1 stop11h 51mSpirit Airlines
lun. 7/147:26 pmSMF - DFW
1 stop13h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/28$197
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
mar. 8/511:46 amDFW - SMF
1 stop8h 41mMultiple Airlines
vie. 8/812:11 pmSMF - DFW
1 stop19h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$208
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 7/115:20 amDFW - SMF
1 stop7h 56mFrontier
jue. 7/243:44 pmSMF - DFW
1 stop6h 02mFrontier
Deal found 6/28$215
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
mar. 8/126:15 pmDAL - SMF
Nonstop3h 40mSouthwest
mar. 8/196:15 amSMF - DAL
Nonstop3h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 6/30$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/211:54 amDAL - SMF
2 stops12h 16mDelta
sáb. 9/612:16 pmSMF - DAL
1 stop9h 33mDelta
Deal found 6/28$391

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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

sáb. 7/12

10:45 pm-8:36 am

1 stop11h 51m

Sacramento Intl

lun. 7/14

7:26 pm-10:38 am

1 stop13h 12m

$197

DallasSacramento

DFW - SMF

DFWSMF

Dallas/Fort Worth

mar. 8/5

11:46 am-6:27 pm

1 stop8h 41m

Sacramento Intl

vie. 8/8

12:11 pm-9:35 am

1 stop19h 24m

$208

DallasSacramento

DFW - SMF

DFWSMF

Dallas/Fort Worth

vie. 7/11

5:20 am-11:16 am

1 stop7h 56m

Sacramento Intl

jue. 7/24

3:44 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop6h 02m

$215

DallasSacramento

DAL - SMF

DALSMF

Dallas Love Field

mar. 8/12

6:15 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

Sacramento Intl

mié. 8/20

6:15 am-11:35 am

Nonstop3h 20m

$257

DallasSacramento

DAL - SMF

DALSMF

Dallas Love Field

mar. 9/2

11:54 am-10:10 pm

2 stops12h 16m

Sacramento Intl

sáb. 9/6

12:16 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop9h 33m

$391

DallasSacramento

DFW - SMF

DFWSMF

Dallas/Fort Worth

dom. 9/7

12:55 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$63

DallasSacramento

DFW - SMF

DFWSMF

Dallas/Fort Worth

jue. 8/14

2:46 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop8h 48m

$68

DallasSacramento

DFW - SMF

DFWSMF

Dallas/Fort Worth

mié. 7/30

8:30 am-6:27 pm

1 stop11h 57m

$86

DallasSacramento

DFW - SMF

DFWSMF

Dallas/Fort Worth

mié. 8/20

8:09 am-9:40 am

Nonstop3h 31m

$129

DallasSacramento

DAL - SMF

DALSMF

Dallas Love Field

jue. 8/7

8:40 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

$129

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The best insider tips for Dallas to Sacramento flights

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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.

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

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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 27, 2025.

Booking 74 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 $397). 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 junio 30, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 53% 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 evenings 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 junio 30, 2025.

The most flights from A78 to SMF are scheduled on a Thursday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

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 junio 30, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Dallas to Sacramento, such as Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

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 16 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 $197. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $215 and $257, respectively. You may be able to fly from Dallas to Sacramento for 47% 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 Frontier ($63), Spirit Airlines ($68), and American Airlines ($129).

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

    Consider Finnair (77%), American Airlines (53%) or Qatar Airways (50%) 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 $394, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $178. When looking at the most popular route, (Dallas/Fort Worth - Sacramento Intl), you can expect to pay $146 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 $397). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$97Average$197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$122Average$209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$232Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$242Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$260Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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