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$289+ Cheap flights from Lafayette to Sacramento (LFT - SMF)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LFT — SMF
Aug 30 — Sep 61
Sat 8/30
Sat 9/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Lafayette to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lafayette (LFT) 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 August 25, 2025.

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$289
(American Airlines)

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$288
From Lafayette Regional to Sacramento Intl
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Cheapest flights from Lafayette to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Lafayette to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 25, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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.
Wed 11/55:39 amLFT - SMF
1 stop6h 39mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/85:42 amSMF - LFT
1 stop7h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/24$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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.
Tue 11/44:08 pmLFT - SMF
1 stop8h 07mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/95:30 amSMF - LFT
1 stop7h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/23$379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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 9/812:22 pmLFT - SMF
2 stops10h 07mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/146:46 amSMF - LFT
2 stops10h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/23$439
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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 11/52:00 pmLFT - SMF
2 stops8h 47mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/95:30 amSMF - LFT
1 stop5h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/23$449
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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 11/62:00 pmLFT - SMF
2 stops8h 38mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/95:30 amSMF - LFT
1 stop7h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/23$483
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/152:00 pmLFT - SMF
2 stops8h 29mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/1910:05 amSMF - LFT
2 stops23h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/25$518

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Lafayette 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 August 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Lafayette to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Lafayette

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Sacramento

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Depart

Return

Price

LafayetteSacramento

LFT - SMF

LFTSMF

Lafayette Regional

Wed 11/5

5:39 am-10:18 am

1 stop6h 39m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 11/8

5:42 am-3:31 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$289

LafayetteSacramento

LFT - SMF

LFTSMF

Lafayette Regional

Wed 2/18

5:15 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop7h 51m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 2/21

10:40 pm-10:24 am

1 stop9h 44m

$314

LafayetteSacramento

LFT - SMF

LFTSMF

Lafayette Regional

Thu 11/6

4:08 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop8h 07m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 11/9

5:30 am-1:16 pm

1 stop5h 46m

$379

LafayetteSacramento

LFT - SMF

LFTSMF

Lafayette Regional

Wed 11/5

4:08 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop8h 07m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 11/9

5:30 am-3:29 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$379

LafayetteSacramento

LFT - SMF

LFTSMF

Lafayette Regional

Tue 11/4

5:39 am-10:18 am

1 stop6h 39m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 11/8

12:31 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop8h 44m

$379

LafayetteSacramento

LFT - SMF

LFTSMF

Lafayette Regional

Tue 11/4

4:08 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop8h 07m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 11/9

5:30 am-3:29 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$379

LafayetteSacramento

LFT - SMF

LFTSMF

Lafayette Regional

Thu 11/6

5:59 pm-11:18 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 11/8

12:31 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop8h 44m

$379

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Deals found on 8/24

Best time to book a flight from Lafayette to Sacramento

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sacramento from Lafayette with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Lafayette to Sacramento

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Lafayette 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 August 25, 2025.

When flying from Lafayette to Sacramento, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 39% versus a flight in the morning.

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 August 25, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Lafayette to Sacramento, such as American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Food

6.5

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Oct 2024

MSY - DCA

On time flight. Cabin not cleaned prior to flight. Trash in seat pocket.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Food

6.5

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Oct 2024

MSY - DCA

On time flight. Cabin not cleaned prior to flight. Trash in seat pocket.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Lafayette to Sacramento. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Lafayette to Sacramento?

    Airlines like American Airlines and Delta fly from Lafayette to Sacramento in about 6h 39m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 12m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1775 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Lafayette to Sacramento round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Lafayette to Sacramento is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $275 on this airline. American Airlines is currently priced 41% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Lafayette 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 August 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$275Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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