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$108+ Cheap flights from Durham, NC 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 10/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SMF
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Durham to Sacramento Intl are usually found in September or October, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Durham to Sacramento

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Durham to Sacramento flight deals. Data was last updated September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$177
(Frontier)

One-way from

$108
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$342
From Durham to Sacramento Intl
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Cheapest flights from Durham to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Durham to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/235:39 pmRDU - SMF
1 stop20h 47mFrontier
Thu 10/3012:21 pmSMF - RDU
1 stop25h 15mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$177
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Thu 10/163:09 pmRDU - SMF
1 stop9h 51mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/215:15 amSMF - RDU
1 stop7h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$327
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Thu 12/114:18 pmRDU - SMF
1 stop8h 03mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/176:30 amSMF - RDU
1 stop7h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$334
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 11/16:14 pmRDU - SMF
1 stop19h 50mAlaska Airlines
Mon 11/310:58 amSMF - RDU
1 stop27h 16mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/15$336
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Sat 10/117:00 amRDU - SMF
1 stop9h 50mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/1812:54 pmSMF - RDU
1 stop6h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$337
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/157:05 amRDU - SMF
2 stops10h 10mSouthwest
Mon 10/2011:55 pmSMF - RDU
1 stop7h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$342
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Wed 10/156:15 amRDU - SMF
1 stop8h 33mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/208:35 pmSMF - RDU
1 stop8h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$343
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Thu 10/163:50 pmRDU - SMF
1 stop9h 45mSouthwest
Mon 10/2011:55 pmSMF - RDU
1 stop7h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$344
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Sat 11/16:30 amRDU - SMF
2 stops9h 55mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/18:33 pmSMF - RDU
2 stops11h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$347
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/176:55 pmRDU - SMF
1 stop7h 48mDelta
Tue 10/2111:21 amSMF - RDU
1 stop9h 27mDelta
Deal found 9/15$348
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Wed 10/15:45 pmRDU - SMF
1 stop31h 14mJetBlue
Tue 10/1411:59 pmSMF - RDU
1 stop13h 41mJetBlue
Deal found 9/15$353

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Durham 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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Durham to Sacramento that are best for you.

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RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 10/15

7:05 am-2:15 pm

2 stops10h 10m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/20

11:55 pm-10:30 am

1 stop7h 35m

$342

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 10/15

7:05 am-2:15 pm

2 stops10h 10m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/21

9:15 pm-8:00 am

1 stop7h 45m

$342

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 10/15

6:15 am-11:48 am

1 stop8h 33m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/20

8:35 pm-7:39 am

1 stop8h 04m

$343

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/5

5:20 am-10:10 am

1 stop7h 50m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/9

5:30 am-5:25 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$351

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 10/1

5:45 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop31h 14m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/14

11:59 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop13h 41m

$353

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 10/17

6:55 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop7h 48m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/21

5:55 pm-8:48 am

2 stops11h 53m

$353

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 10/16

3:50 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop9h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/20

11:55 pm-10:30 am

1 stop7h 35m

$358

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 12/5

1:05 pm-8:15 pm

2 stops10h 10m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 12/8

6:00 am-5:55 pm

2 stops8h 55m

$375

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 12/11

7:14 pm-12:34 am

1 stop8h 20m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/17

9:59 am-11:02 pm

2 stops10h 03m

$395

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 12/25

8:15 am-6:15 pm

1 stop13h 00m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/3

5:05 am-5:10 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$395

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Best time to book a flight from Durham to Sacramento

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Durham to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Durham to Sacramento may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 64 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Durham 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 DU8 to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Durham 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 September 17, 2025.

When flying from Durham to Sacramento, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 September 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Durham 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,174 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Sacramento from Durham, you will be flying to Sacramento Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Sacramento Intl (SMF) is located 9.4 mi from the center of Sacramento. There are 0 flights from Durham to Sacramento Intl per day from 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Durham to Sacramento?

    Southwest and United Airlines can get you from Durham to Sacramento in just under 8h 33m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 37m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2338 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Durham 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$249Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$276Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$308Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$308Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$327Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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