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$238+ Cheap flights from Fairbanks to Sacramento (FAI - 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 8/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FAI — SMF
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Fairbanks to Sacramento

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

$530
(Delta)

One-way from

$238
(Hawaiian Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$377
From Fairbanks to Sacramento Intl
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Cheapest flights from Fairbanks to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Fairbanks to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

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 7/101:50 amFAI - SMF
2 stops13h 22mDelta
Wed 7/161:15 pmSMF - FAI
1 stop12h 35mDelta
Deal found 6/10$530
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/1012:34 amFAI - SMF
1 stop7h 04mAlaska Airlines
Wed 7/167:46 pmSMF - FAI
1 stop7h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$562

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Fairbanks 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Fairbanks to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Fairbanks

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Sacramento

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Depart

Return

Price

FairbanksSacramento

FAI - SMF

FAISMF

Fairbanks

Thu 7/10

1:50 am-4:12 pm

2 stops13h 22m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 7/16

1:15 pm-12:50 am

1 stop12h 35m

$530

FairbanksSacramento

FAI - SMF

FAISMF

Fairbanks

Thu 7/10

12:34 am-8:38 am

1 stop7h 04m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 7/16

7:46 pm-2:36 am

1 stop7h 50m

$562

FairbanksSacramento

FAI - SMF

FAISMF

Fairbanks

Fri 8/8

12:34 am-8:38 am

1 stop7h 04m

$238

FairbanksSacramento

FAI - SMF

FAISMF

Fairbanks

Fri 8/8

12:34 am-11:25 pm

1 stop21h 51m

$245

FairbanksSacramento

FAI - SMF

FAISMF

Fairbanks

Fri 8/8

12:30 am-4:37 pm

2 stops15h 07m

$286

FairbanksSacramento

FAI - SMF

FAISMF

Fairbanks

Sat 8/9

5:52 am-10:12 pm

1 stop15h 20m

$313

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Deals found on 6/9

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

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from FAI to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Fairbanks 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.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Fairbanks to Sacramento is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 22% on airfare.

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

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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 Fairbanks 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 Fairbanks to Sacramento round-trip?

    Currently priced at $530, Delta will fly you from Fairbanks to Sacramento and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Alaska Airlines for as low as $562.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Fairbanks to Sacramento one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Hawaiian Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $238. However, be on the lookout for offers from Alaska Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Fairbanks to Sacramento for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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