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$60+ Cheap flights from Nashville to Sacramento (BNA - 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 7/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNA — SMF
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Nashville Intl to Sacramento Intl are usually found in September or April, booked 32 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Nashville to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Nashville (BNA) 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 July 3, 2025.

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$161
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$60
(FlightHub)

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September

Average price

$315
From Nashville Intl to Sacramento Intl
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Cheapest flights from Nashville to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nashville to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

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.
Fri 9/123:28 pmBNA - SMF
1 stop6h 22mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/186:30 amSMF - BNA
1 stop6h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/2$161
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/116:20 amBNA - SMF
1 stop6h 56mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/146:30 amSMF - BNA
1 stop6h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$170
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/216:20 amBNA - SMF
1 stop6h 56mFrontier
Mon 7/2812:11 pmSMF - BNA
1 stop9h 50mFrontier
Deal found 7/3$173
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/306:10 amBNA - SMF
1 stop6h 30mSouthwest
Sat 8/28:05 pmSMF - BNA
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 7/3$252
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.
Wed 7/237:15 pmBNA - SMF
1 stop6h 42mDelta
Thu 7/2410:15 pmSMF - BNA
1 stop7h 16mDelta
Deal found 7/2$257
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/1611:46 amBNA - SMF
2 stops8h 56mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/2010:33 amSMF - BNA
1 stop6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$262

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Nashville 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 July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Nashville to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Sacramento

Route

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Return

Price

NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

Fri 9/12

3:28 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop6h 22m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 9/18

6:30 am-2:31 pm

1 stop6h 01m

$161

NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

Mon 8/11

6:20 am-11:16 am

1 stop6h 56m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 8/14

6:30 am-2:42 pm

1 stop6h 12m

$170

NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

Mon 7/21

6:20 am-11:16 am

1 stop6h 56m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 7/28

12:11 pm-12:01 am

1 stop9h 50m

$173

NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

Wed 7/30

6:10 am-10:40 am

1 stop6h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 8/2

8:05 pm-5:00 am

1 stop6h 55m

$252

NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

Wed 7/23

7:15 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop6h 42m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 7/30

1:15 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$257

NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

Sat 8/16

11:46 am-6:42 pm

2 stops8h 56m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/20

10:33 am-7:26 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$262

NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

Tue 7/22

9:55 pm-11:06 am

1 stop15h 11m

$60

NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

Mon 8/4

6:20 am-11:16 am

1 stop6h 56m

$74

NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

Wed 11/19

7:15 am-2:03 pm

1 stop8h 48m

$116

NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

Fri 10/24

6:00 am-10:40 am

1 stop6h 40m

$124

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Best time to book a flight from Nashville to Sacramento

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

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

Booking 32 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Nashville 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 Nashville to Sacramento?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Nashville 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 July 3, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Nashville to Sacramento in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 5% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Nashville to Sacramento flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings 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 July 3, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Nashville 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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
4,266 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
7,982 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,086 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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 Nashville 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 Nashville to Sacramento?

    Sacramento Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Sacramento from Nashville Intl. Booking flights from Nashville Intl (BNA) to Sacramento Intl (SMF) should be relatively easy as there are 2 daily flights to Sacramento from 7 different airlines. 4h 35m is how long a flight from Nashville to Sacramento Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Nashville to Sacramento flight route?

    Flights from Nashville Intl to Sacramento Intl have been viewed 1 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Sacramento, with prices starting at $161. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $173 and $252, respectively. These flights start at 51% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Nashville to Sacramento are Spirit Airlines ($60), Frontier ($74), and Southwest ($124).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Nashville to Sacramento?

    While on average a flight from Nashville to Sacramento is generally $307, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $198. When looking at the most popular route, (Nashville Intl - Sacramento Intl), you can expect to pay $161 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Nashville 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$109Average$185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$143Average$177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$235Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$236Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$246Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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