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$85+ Cheap flights from District of Columbia 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 3/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — SMF
Mar 5 — Mar 121
Thu 3/5
Thu 3/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from District of Columbia to Sacramento

Cheapest flights from District of Columbia to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from District of Columbia to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 3, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Fri 8/217:00 pm
IAD
-
SMF
Nonstop5h 42m
United Airlines
Sat 8/298:00 am
SMF
-
IAD
Nonstop4h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/1$289
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/247:05 am
IAD
-
SMF
2 stops19h 38m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 3/37:08 am
SMF
-
IAD
1 stop7h 19m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/1$295
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Wed 3/188:00 am
DCA
-
SMF
1 stop30h 06m
Frontier
Sun 3/224:51 pm
SMF
-
DCA
1 stop17h 11m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$298
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Fri 5/15:55 pm
IAD
-
SMF
Nonstop5h 59m
United Airlines
Tue 5/58:22 pm
SMF
-
IAD
1 stop7h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/1$299
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Thu 2/196:20 pm
IAD
-
SMF
1 stop8h 39m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 3/117:08 am
SMF
-
IAD
1 stop7h 19m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/2$303
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Mon 3/25:55 pm
IAD
-
SMF
Nonstop6h 10m
United Airlines
Mon 3/97:00 am
SMF
-
IAD
Nonstop4h 53m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$304
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Sat 5/29:00 am
IAD
-
SMF
2 stops16h 54m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 5/97:00 am
SMF
-
IAD
1 stop7h 41m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/3$305
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Mon 4/65:55 pm
IAD
-
SMF
Nonstop5h 59m
United Airlines
Mon 4/207:00 am
SMF
-
IAD
Nonstop5h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/1$306
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Tue 8/44:00 pm
IAD
-
SMF
1 stop9h 50m
Delta
Mon 8/1711:03 pm
SMF
-
IAD
1 stop7h 59m
Delta
Deal found 2/1$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Tue 8/46:10 am
DCA
-
SMF
1 stop9h 41m
Delta
Tue 8/1110:40 pm
SMF
-
DCA
1 stop7h 33m
Delta
Deal found 2/1$309
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Thu 4/237:20 pm
IAD
-
SMF
1 stop19h 38m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 4/297:00 am
SMF
-
IAD
1 stop7h 41m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/3$313
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Fri 5/16:00 am
IAD
-
SMF
2 stops11h 01m
Delta
Fri 5/81:36 pm
SMF
-
IAD
1 stop7h 05m
Delta
Deal found 2/3$314

Find flight deals from District of Columbia to Sacramento

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Round-trip from

$289
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One-way from

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Customize your flight search to find flights from District of Columbia 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 February 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from District of Columbia to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Sacramento

IAD - SMF

IADSMF

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/12

5:55 pm-8:54 pm

Nonstop5h 59m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/16

8:00 am-4:09 pm

Nonstop5h 09m

$289

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

IAD - SMF

IADSMF

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 5/23

5:55 pm-8:40 pm

Nonstop5h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/27

8:29 pm-7:25 am

1 stop7h 56m

$299

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

IAD - SMF

IADSMF

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 5/30

5:55 pm-8:40 pm

Nonstop5h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 8/2

6:37 pm-5:27 am

1 stop7h 50m

$299

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

IAD - SMF

IADSMF

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 2/18

6:20 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop8h 23m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/23

3:07 pm-5:27 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$309

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

IAD - SMF

IADSMF

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/1

6:00 am-2:01 pm

2 stops11h 01m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 5/8

11:04 pm-9:59 am

1 stop7h 55m

$314

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

DCA - SMF

DCASMF

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 3/12

6:00 pm-3:56 pm

2 stops24h 56m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/16

4:51 pm-1:02 pm

1 stop17h 11m

$314

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

DCA - SMF

DCASMF

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 3/5

12:00 pm-8:26 pm

2 stops11h 26m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/11

11:59 pm-9:54 am

1 stop6h 55m

$314

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

DCA - SMF

DCASMF

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 3/6

12:00 pm-8:26 pm

2 stops11h 26m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 3/8

11:59 pm-9:54 am

1 stop6h 55m

$314

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

DCA - SMF

DCASMF

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 4/23

11:55 am-8:31 pm

2 stops11h 36m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 4/27

11:59 pm-9:59 am

1 stop7h 00m

$314

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

DCA - SMF

DCASMF

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/10

9:40 am-4:48 pm

2 stops10h 08m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/17

9:40 am-10:51 pm

2 stops10h 11m

$319

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Everything you need to know about your flight from District of Columbia to Sacramento

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from District of Columbia to Sacramento?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Sacramento (average of $102). Flying from District of Columbia to Sacramento in September is currently the most expensive (average of $234). 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 DC to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from District of Columbia 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 February 3, 2026.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 11% on flights from District of Columbia to Sacramento by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia?

    Located just 9.4 mi from the city center, Sacramento Intl (SMF) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Sacramento from District of Columbia.

  • How long is the flight from District of Columbia to Sacramento?

    United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Frontier can get you from District of Columbia to Sacramento in just under 5h 59m. Your travel time can differ by up to 18h 57m. The distance between District of Columbia and Sacramento is about 2351 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from District of Columbia to Sacramento one-way?

    $91 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and Delta, with prices starting from $92 and $92, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from District of Columbia to Sacramento?

    The cheapest flight price from District of Columbia to Sacramento is $165. On average you can expect to pay $668. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Sacramento Intl), can usually be booked for $289.

  • Can I find deals for flights from District of Columbia to Sacramento that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from District of Columbia to Sacramento?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from District of Columbia to Sacramento?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia to Sacramento?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Sacramento (average of $102). Flying from District of Columbia to Sacramento in September is currently the most expensive (average of $234). 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 District of Columbia to Sacramento

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from District of Columbia 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 February 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$156Average$241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$169Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$268Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$289Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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