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$289+ Cheap flights from Dayton to Sacramento (DAY - SMF)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DAY — SMF
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Dayton to Sacramento

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

$289
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$648
From Dayton to Sacramento Intl
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Cheapest flights from Dayton to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dayton to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/18:37 amDAY - SMF
1 stop8h 21mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/2911:55 pmSMF - DAY
1 stop9h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$289
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/176:00 amDAY - SMF
1 stop8h 46mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/2411:00 amSMF - DAY
1 stop8h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$379
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/122:33 pmDAY - SMF
1 stop8h 19mDelta
Tue 6/245:09 pmSMF - DAY
2 stops14h 22mDelta
Deal found 6/10$419
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/1612:50 pmDAY - SMF
2 stops13h 53mAlaska Airlines
Wed 6/186:15 amSMF - DAY
2 stops13h 48mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,236

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

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DaytonSacramento

DAY - SMF

DAYSMF

Dayton

Tue 7/1

8:37 am-1:58 pm

1 stop8h 21m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 7/29

11:55 pm-12:14 pm

1 stop9h 19m

$289

DaytonSacramento

DAY - SMF

DAYSMF

Dayton

Sun 8/17

6:00 am-11:46 am

1 stop8h 46m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 8/24

11:00 am-10:12 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$379

DaytonSacramento

DAY - SMF

DAYSMF

Dayton

Sun 10/19

5:41 pm-11:56 pm

3 stops33h 15m

$352

DaytonSacramento

DAY - SMF

DAYSMF

Dayton

Sun 10/19

5:55 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$413

DaytonSacramento

DAY - SMF

DAYSMF

Dayton

Sun 10/19

9:49 am-9:54 pm

2 stops15h 05m

$454

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Deals found on 6/11

Best time to book a flight from Dayton to Sacramento

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Dayton 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.

It’s typically best to fly out from Dayton to Sacramento at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 15% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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 Dayton to Sacramento. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Dayton to Sacramento round-trip from $289. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is United Airlines. You may be able to fly from Dayton to Sacramento for 36% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dayton to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Dayton 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 3 airlines flying from Dayton to Sacramento

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Dayton 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
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$305Average$490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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