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$90+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento (DTW - 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 10/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SMF
Aug 2 — Aug 91
Sat 8/2
Sat 8/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Sacramento Intl are usually found in August or February, booked 18 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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 July 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$201
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$90
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$409
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Sacramento Intl
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 28, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/211:21 amDTW - SMF
1 stop13h 13mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/66:30 amSMF - DTW
1 stop6h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/27$201
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Thu 10/166:00 amDTW - SMF
1 stop8h 26mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/214:22 pmSMF - DTW
1 stop10h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$243
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/246:00 amDTW - SMF
1 stop8h 10mFrontier
Fri 8/2911:55 amSMF - DTW
1 stop9h 49mFrontier
Deal found 7/26$278

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Detroit

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Sacramento

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DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/2

11:21 am-9:34 pm

1 stop13h 13m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 9/6

6:30 am-3:46 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$201

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/16

6:00 am-11:26 am

1 stop8h 26m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/21

4:22 pm-5:35 am

1 stop10h 13m

$243

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/24

6:00 am-11:10 am

1 stop8h 10m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 8/29

11:55 am-12:44 am

1 stop9h 49m

$278

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/25

9:20 am-3:22 pm

1 stop9h 02m

$90

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/24

6:00 am-11:10 am

1 stop8h 10m

$139

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/27

6:30 am-2:04 pm

1 stop10h 34m

$168

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/25

5:40 am-1:35 pm

2 stops10h 55m

$207

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/12

4:20 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop9h 23m

$210

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/26

8:25 am-10:13 am

Nonstop4h 48m

$269

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/13

12:08 pm-10:31 pm

2 stops13h 23m

$334

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento is 18 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 DTW to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 July 28, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 19% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on July 20, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento flight should consider departing on Monday 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit 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 July 28, 2025.

The most flights from DTW to SMF are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Las Vegas (LAS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Las Vegas (LAS) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $199.

What’s the fastest layover option from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Denver (DEN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 4h 30m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Denver (DEN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 23m.

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 July 28, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento by reading reviews from past customers. 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

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

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

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

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
4,237 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

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
7,971 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

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
8,893 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

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

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Detroit to Sacramento?

    To fly from Detroit to Sacramento, you need to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Sacramento Intl (SMF). Nonstop flights to Sacramento Intl from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County take 4h 48m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 2 outbound flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Sacramento Intl offered by 6 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento round-trip?

    Spirit Airlines, at $201, was found to be the cheapest airline from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Frontier. These flights start at 52% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $90. Frontier flights start at $139 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $168 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento?

    The cheapest flight price from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento is $268. On average you can expect to pay $399. The most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Sacramento Intl), can usually be booked for $198.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 6 airlines flying from Detroit to Sacramento

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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 July 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$84Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$187Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$370Average$608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$370Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$390Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$399Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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