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$53+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA 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 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SMF
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Irvine to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Fri 11/148:55 amLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Mon 11/171:03 pmSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$64
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Fri 11/148:55 amLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Sat 11/159:10 amSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$66
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Mon 11/2411:10 amLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Fri 11/2812:55 pmSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$69
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Thu 11/131:52 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Sat 11/159:10 amSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$70
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/131:52 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Fri 11/1412:58 pmSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 37mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$71
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/131:52 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Thu 11/136:16 pmSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$73
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Thu 11/131:52 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Mon 11/171:03 pmSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$77
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Mon 12/299:07 amLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Mon 1/511:37 amSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$79
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Fri 12/128:37 amLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Sun 12/1411:20 amSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$80
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Sun 12/78:37 amLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Sat 12/2711:37 amSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$81
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Sat 12/61:07 pmLAX - SMF
1 stop22h 33mFrontier
Mon 12/811:20 amSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$82

Cheap flight deals from Irvine to Sacramento

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Irvine to Sacramento flight deals. Data was last updated October 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$64
(Expedia)

One-way from

$53
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$163
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One-way flight from Irvine to Sacramento Intl
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($23 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Irvine 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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Irvine to Sacramento that are best for you.

Fly from

Irvine

Fly to

Sacramento

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

Sat 12/6

7:13 pm-8:52 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/10

6:45 am-8:30 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$117

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

Thu 12/11

8:35 pm-10:10 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 12/13

6:00 am-7:47 am

Nonstop1h 47m

$117

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

Thu 12/4

8:27 am-10:04 am

Nonstop1h 37m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 12/6

7:05 am-8:35 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$117

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

Thu 1/8

8:51 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/10

6:06 am-7:48 am

Nonstop1h 42m

$157

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

Sat 1/10

12:38 pm-2:08 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 1/11

7:55 pm-9:40 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$157

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

Thu 1/22

9:00 am-10:33 am

Nonstop1h 33m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/24

5:59 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

$157

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

Tue 1/6

3:45 pm-5:15 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 1/9

7:55 pm-9:40 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$157

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

Wed 1/7

3:45 pm-5:15 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 1/9

7:55 pm-9:40 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$157

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

Wed 1/7

3:45 pm-5:15 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 1/11

7:55 pm-9:40 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$157

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

Tue 12/9

8:35 pm-10:10 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$59

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Best time to book a flight from Irvine to Sacramento

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sacramento from Irvine with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Irvine to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Irvine to Sacramento may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 75 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 Irvine to Sacramento?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Sacramento (average of $19). Flying from Irvine to Sacramento in July is currently the most expensive (average of $57). 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 IR9 to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine 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 October 30, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Irvine to Sacramento is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 6% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Irvine to Sacramento?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Irvine to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on October 26, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Irvine to Sacramento flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 October 30, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Irvine to Sacramento, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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
4,243 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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
8,998 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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
11,035 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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
3,122 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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 Irvine 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 Irvine?

    If you book a flight to Sacramento from Irvine, 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 36 flights from Irvine to Sacramento Intl per day from 7 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Irvine to Sacramento flight route?

    This flight path from Irvine to Sacramento Intl was viewed by 103 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Irvine to Sacramento?

    There are many flights that can get you from Irvine to Sacramento in 1h 35m. Fly via United Airlines or Delta to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 373 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Irvine to Sacramento?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Irvine to Sacramento consider choosing Qantas Airways (95%), LATAM Airlines (95%) or United Airlines (95%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Irvine to Sacramento?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Irvine to Sacramento? While on average our users pay $267, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $43. The most popular route (Los Angeles - Sacramento Intl), is priced around $54.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Sacramento (average of $19). Flying from Irvine to Sacramento in July is currently the most expensive (average of $57). 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 7 airlines flying from Irvine to Sacramento

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Irvine 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$38Average$126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$52Average$168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$97Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$97Average$196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$101Average$197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$117Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$154Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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