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$84+ 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 6/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNA — SMF
May 20 — May 271
Tue 5/20
Tue 5/27
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 Friday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Nashville to Sacramento

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$125
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$84
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$340
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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 May 15, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/1012:10 pmBNA - SMF
2 stops23h 36mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/117:37 pmSMF - BNA
1 stop8h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/15$125
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/127:23 pmBNA - SMF
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/177:44 pmSMF - BNA
2 stops12h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$215
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 6/127:05 amBNA - SMF
1 stop7h 54mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/198:30 pmSMF - BNA
1 stop6h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/15$237
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Fri 7/117:50 pmBNA - SMF
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Fri 7/188:30 pmSMF - BNA
1 stop6h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 5/15$247
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 6/127:17 pmBNA - SMF
1 stop6h 40mDelta
Wed 6/1812:22 pmSMF - BNA
1 stop7h 43mDelta
Deal found 5/15$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Thu 6/123:49 pmBNA - SMF
1 stop7h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/2111:55 pmSMF - BNA
1 stop8h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$268
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Sun 10/56:12 amBNA - SMF
1 stop7h 14mFrontier
Sun 10/1212:11 pmSMF - BNA
1 stop10h 41mFrontier
Deal found 5/15$294
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/125:48 pmBNA - SMF
2 stops16h 50mAlaska Airlines
Sat 7/197:13 pmSMF - BNA
2 stops12h 58mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/15$403

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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 May 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Nashville to Sacramento that are best for you.

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NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

Tue 6/10

12:10 pm-9:46 am

2 stops23h 36m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 6/11

7:37 pm-5:57 am

1 stop8h 20m

$125

NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

Thu 6/12

7:23 pm-11:23 am

1 stop18h 00m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/17

7:44 pm-9:48 am

2 stops12h 04m

$215

NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

Thu 6/12

7:05 am-12:59 pm

1 stop7h 54m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 6/19

8:30 pm-5:02 am

1 stop6h 32m

$237

NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

Fri 7/11

7:50 pm-12:35 am

1 stop6h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 7/18

8:30 pm-5:00 am

1 stop6h 30m

$247

NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

Thu 6/12

7:17 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 6/18

12:22 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop7h 43m

$257

NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

Thu 6/12

3:49 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 6/21

11:55 pm-10:06 am

1 stop8h 11m

$268

NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

Sun 10/5

6:12 am-11:26 am

1 stop7h 14m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 10/12

12:11 pm-12:52 am

1 stop10h 41m

$294

NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

Sat 7/12

5:48 pm-8:38 am

2 stops16h 50m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 7/19

7:13 pm-10:11 am

2 stops12h 58m

$403

NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

Tue 6/17

9:26 am-6:49 pm

1 stop11h 23m

$84

NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

Fri 8/15

6:20 am-11:16 am

1 stop6h 56m

$90

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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 Nashville to Sacramento in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 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 Nashville-Sacramento flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Nashville-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Nashville-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Nashville-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 Nashville-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 Nashville to Sacramento

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sacramento from Nashville with our price prediction graph.
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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 May 9, 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 $410). 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 May 15, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Nashville to Sacramento in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 12% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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 May 11, 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. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Nashville to Sacramento

Explore weekly flight availability from Nashville 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 May 15, 2025.

The most flights from BNA to SMF are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in Sacramento by month

Plan your trip to Sacramento by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sacramento ranges from 0.0 - 3.6 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Sacramento when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Sacramento by month

Plan your trip to Sacramento by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sacramento, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

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 May 15, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Nashville to Sacramento, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

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

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

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
4,291 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

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
7,946 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,435 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

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
8,731 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

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 3 daily flights to Sacramento from 6 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 $125. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $237 and $247, respectively. These flights start at 62% 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 ($84), Frontier ($90), and Hawaiian Airlines ($114).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Nashville to Sacramento?

    While on average a flight from Nashville to Sacramento is generally $380, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $205. When looking at the most popular route, (Nashville Intl - Sacramento Intl), you can expect to pay $140 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 $410). 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 6 airlines flying from Nashville to Sacramento

Discover the top 6 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 May 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$143Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$156Average$213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$221Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$237Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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