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$334+ Cheap flights from Lincoln, NE to Sacramento (LNK - 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 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LNK — SMF
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
1 adult, Economy
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Fri 1/911:35 amLNK - SMF
1 stop9h 06mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/135:00 amSMF - LNK
1 stop5h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$334
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Sat 3/145:15 pmLNK - SMF
1 stop5h 36mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/2211:59 pmSMF - LNK
1 stop8h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/3$778

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lincoln (LNK) 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 December 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$334
(United Airlines)

Popular in

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Average price

$481
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Lincoln to Sacramento that are best for you.

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LincolnSacramento

LNK - SMF

LNKSMF

Lincoln

Fri 1/9

11:35 am-6:41 pm

1 stop9h 06m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 1/13

5:00 am-12:17 pm

1 stop5h 17m

$334

LincolnSacramento

LNK - SMF

LNKSMF

Lincoln

Sat 3/14

5:15 pm-8:51 pm

1 stop5h 36m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 3/22

11:59 pm-10:50 am

1 stop8h 51m

$778

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Deals found on 12/2

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Lincoln to Sacramento in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice 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 Lincoln, Nebraska-Sacramento flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Lincoln, Nebraska-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Lincoln, Nebraska-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Lincoln, Nebraska-Sacramento flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Lincoln, Nebraska-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 Lincoln to Sacramento

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Lincoln, Nebraska to Sacramento?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lincoln, Nebraska to Sacramento (average of $174). Flying from Lincoln, Nebraska to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $268). 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.

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 December 4, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines from Lincoln 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,066 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,066 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,066 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Lincoln 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 Lincoln, Nebraska to Sacramento?

    Airlines like United Airlines fly from Lincoln, Nebraska to Sacramento in about 9h 06m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance between Lincoln, Nebraska and Sacramento is about 1322 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Lincoln, Nebraska to Sacramento round-trip?

    United Airlines, at $268, was found to be the cheapest airline from Lincoln, Nebraska to Sacramento..

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Lincoln 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 Lincoln, Nebraska to Sacramento?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lincoln, Nebraska to Sacramento (average of $174). Flying from Lincoln, Nebraska to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $268). 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 Lincoln to Sacramento

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Lincoln 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 December 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$268Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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