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$281+ Cheap flights from Lexington to Sacramento (LEX - 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 9/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LEX — SMF
Sep 7 — Sep 141
Mon 9/7
Mon 9/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Lexington to Sacramento

Cheapest flights from Lexington to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Lexington to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 8, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/115:57 pm -
1 stop7h 49m
Sat 9/1210:50 am -
1 stop8h 48m
Deal found 8/3$281
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 9/95:57 pm -
1 stop7h 49m
Mon 9/1410:14 am -
2 stops10h 51m
Deal found 8/4$325
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 10/231:04 pm -
1 stop8h 53m
Sun 10/2510:40 pm -
1 stop7h 45m
Deal found 8/4$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Tue 9/11:58 pm -
1 stop7h 20m
Sat 9/52:23 pm -
1 stop6h 32m
Deal found 8/2$381
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 10/79:00 am -
1 stop7h 19m
Sun 10/117:50 pm -
2 stops10h 38m
Deal found 8/7$413
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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.
Thu 11/263:38 pm -
1 stop9h 07m
Mon 12/710:55 pm -
1 stop8h 17m
Deal found 8/3$458

Find flight deals from Lexington to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lexington (LEX) 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 8, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$281
(United Airlines)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$334
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Lexington 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 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Lexington to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

LexingtonSacramento

LEX Lexington Blue Grass - SMF Sacramento Intl

LEXSMF

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 9/19

9:15 am-1:17 pm

1 stop7h 02m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 9/26

10:12 am-11:55 pm

2 stops10h 43m

$286

LexingtonSacramento

LEX Lexington Blue Grass - SMF Sacramento Intl

LEXSMF

Lexington Blue Grass

Wed 9/9

5:57 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop7h 49m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/14

10:14 am-12:05 am

2 stops10h 51m

$325

LexingtonSacramento

LEX Lexington Blue Grass - SMF Sacramento Intl

LEXSMF

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 9/1

7:00 am-1:52 pm

2 stops9h 52m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 9/5

2:23 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$386
Quickest round-trip

LexingtonSacramento

LEX Lexington Blue Grass - SMF Sacramento Intl

LEXSMF

Lexington Blue Grass

Wed 12/9

6:00 am-11:56 am

1 stop8h 56m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 12/12

10:30 am-8:23 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$459

LexingtonSacramento

LEX Lexington Blue Grass - SMF Sacramento Intl

LEXSMF

Lexington Blue Grass

Fri 9/4

5:00 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop8h 53m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/7

10:14 pm-10:07 am

1 stop8h 53m

$609

LexingtonSacramento

LEX Lexington Blue Grass - SMF Sacramento Intl

LEXSMF

Lexington Blue Grass

Fri 9/4

6:15 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop7h 33m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/7

7:45 am-11:55 pm

2 stops13h 10m

$614
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

LexingtonSacramento

LEX Lexington Blue Grass - SMF Sacramento Intl

LEXSMF

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 9/13

5:57 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$379

LexingtonSacramento

LEX Lexington Blue Grass - SMF Sacramento Intl

LEXSMF

Lexington Blue Grass

Fri 9/4

5:00 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop8h 53m

$379

LexingtonSacramento

LEX Lexington Blue Grass - SMF Sacramento Intl

LEXSMF

Lexington Blue Grass

Fri 9/4

9:52 am-6:20 pm

2 stops11h 28m

$384

LexingtonSacramento

LEX Lexington Blue Grass - SMF Sacramento Intl

LEXSMF

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 8/25

9:52 am-10:39 pm

3 stops15h 47m

$469

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Deals found on 8/6

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Compare providers for flights from Lexington to Sacramento

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Lexington to Sacramento in August.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Lexington-Sacramento flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Lexington-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Lexington-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Lexington-Sacramento flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Lexington-Sacramento flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Lexington to Sacramento

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

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lexington to Sacramento (average of $334). Flying from Lexington to Sacramento in May is currently the most expensive (average of $628). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Lexington to Sacramento?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Lexington to Sacramento flights typically cost between $325 and $340 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $281 on United Airlines (Sep 11-Sep 12).

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 8, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines and American Airlines from Lexington to Sacramento. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,085 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Simon,Jun 2024

LAS - LAX

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,085 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,085 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Simon,Jun 2024

LAS - LAX

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,885 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,085 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Simon,Jun 2024

LAS - LAX

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Lexington 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 Lexington to Sacramento?

    United Airlines can get you from Lexington to Sacramento in just under 7h 02m. Your travel time can differ by up to . There are 1989 mi between Lexington and Sacramento.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Lexington to Sacramento round-trip?

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Sacramento, with prices starting at $295. Another option worth looking into is American Airlines, starting at $308 round trip. These flights start at 34% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lexington to Sacramento (average of $334). Flying from Lexington to Sacramento in May is currently the most expensive (average of $628). 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 2 airlines flying from Lexington to Sacramento

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Lexington 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 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$295Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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