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$59+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Sacramento (LAX - SMF)

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LAX — SMF
lug 8 — lug 151
mar 7/8
mar 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to Sacramento Intl are usually found in October or September, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 luglio 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$99
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$59
(CheapOair)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$229
From Los Angeles to Sacramento Intl
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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on luglio 3, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar 7/226:00 amLAX - SMF
1 stop5h 06mMultiple Airlines
gio 7/245:08 pmSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$99
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
gio 7/171:09 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
gio 7/175:08 pmSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/3$105
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
gio 7/246:00 amLAX - SMF
1 stop12h 27mSpirit Airlines
gio 7/317:26 pmSMF - LAX
1 stop3h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/2$113
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun 8/49:55 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 25mDelta
gio 8/76:00 amSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mDelta
Deal found 7/2$137

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Sacramento that are best for you.

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LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

mar 7/22

6:00 am-11:06 am

1 stop5h 06m

Sacramento Intl

gio 7/24

5:08 pm-6:41 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$99

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

gio 7/17

1:09 pm-2:41 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

Sacramento Intl

gio 7/17

5:08 pm-6:41 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$105

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

gio 7/24

6:00 am-6:27 pm

1 stop12h 27m

Sacramento Intl

gio 7/31

7:26 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop3h 24m

$113

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

lun 8/4

7:50 am-9:16 am

Nonstop1h 26m

Sacramento Intl

mar 8/5

6:58 pm-8:42 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$137

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

mer 7/30

6:00 am-11:06 am

1 stop5h 06m

$59

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

mer 8/13

3:48 pm-4:11 pm

1 stop24h 23m

$66

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

lun 8/4

8:15 am-9:51 am

Nonstop1h 36m

$69

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

sab 8/2

5:00 pm-6:28 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

$70

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

mar 7/29

8:56 pm-10:28 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$80

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

mar 8/5

8:30 am-2:00 pm

2 stops5h 30m

$84

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The best insider tips for Los Angeles to Sacramento flights

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Los Angeles to Sacramento trip
Airports
LAX

For shorter security lines, try the Tom Bradley International Terminal, especially in the morning and midday hours.

Read more about LAXby Ramsey Qubein
SMF

Catch the SacRT Route 142 express bus to downtown Sacramento, running hourly and taking about 30 minutes.

Read more about SMFby Matt Meltzer
Our travel experts
Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on LAX

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

Expert on SMF

Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer has been a travel writer for over a decade, covering U.S. domestic locations and hotels for Thrillist, Fifty Grande, Matador Network, Conde Nast Traveler, and other top publications. He's won multiple travel journalism awards from the Society of American Travel Writers and North American Travel Journalists Association, and currently resides in South Florida.

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Sacramento

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

Booking 69 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Los Angeles to Sacramento. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Los Angeles to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $397). 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 LAX to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 luglio 3, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Los Angeles to Sacramento in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 24% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to Sacramento?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on June 29, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles 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.

Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Sacramento

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Sacramento. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated luglio 3, 2025.

The most flights from LAX to SMF are scheduled on a Wednesday (76 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (27 on average).

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 luglio 3, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Los Angeles to Sacramento have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

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

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

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
7,983 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

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

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

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 Los Angeles to Sacramento. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Los Angeles to Sacramento?

    If you book a flight from Los Angeles to Sacramento, you will be flying from Los Angeles to Sacramento Intl. Flights to Sacramento Intl (SMF) from Los Angeles (LAX) take 1h 21m for a nonstop flight. There are 54 flights from Los Angeles to Sacramento per day from 7 airlines.

  • How popular is this Los Angeles to Sacramento flight route?

    Within the past month, 106 users have taken a look at flights from Los Angeles to Sacramento Intl.

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

    According to our current data, Frontier ($105), Spirit Airlines ($113), and Delta ($137) offers the cheapest pricing from Los Angeles to Sacramento. Frontier is priced at 36% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $59. Users have also found prices from $66 and $69 on Frontier and Delta, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to Sacramento?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Los Angeles to Sacramento consider choosing Frontier (100%), ANA (98%) or Lufthansa (97%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Sacramento?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $55. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Sacramento Intl) can be booked for $92 on average our data indicates $1,526 when flying from Los Angeles to Sacramento.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to Sacramento?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Sacramento?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Los Angeles to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $397). 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 Los Angeles to Sacramento

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles 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 luglio 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$36Average$98FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$52Average$149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$83Average$195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$88Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$113Average$220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$117Average$231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$154Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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