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$86+ Cheap flights from North Carolina to Sacramento (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 2/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SMF
Mar 6 — Mar 131
Fri 3/6
Fri 3/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from North Carolina to Sacramento

Cheapest flights from North Carolina to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from North Carolina to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 4, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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.
Tue 4/73:00 pm
RDU
-
SMF
1 stop10h 43m
United Airlines
Sat 4/115:00 am
SMF
-
RDU
1 stop7h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/4$237
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Wed 4/224:48 pm
RDU
-
SMF
1 stop9h 41m
American Airlines
Tue 4/2812:34 am
SMF
-
RDU
1 stop9h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/3$257
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/77:23 pm
CLT
-
SMF
1 stop17h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/1211:51 am
SMF
-
CLT
2 stops33h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$279
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/227:30 am
RDU
-
SMF
1 stop9h 42m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 4/297:00 am
SMF
-
RDU
2 stops20h 10m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/3$285
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/147:43 pm
CLT
-
SMF
1 stop18h 23m
Frontier
Mon 3/234:51 pm
SMF
-
CLT
2 stops36h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$286
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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.
Thu 4/161:15 pm
RDU
-
SMF
1 stop8h 30m
United Airlines
Tue 4/215:15 am
SMF
-
RDU
1 stop7h 28m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/4$290
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/227:49 pm
CLT
-
SMF
1 stop18h 08m
Frontier
Thu 4/3012:04 pm
SMF
-
CLT
1 stop27h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 2/4$291
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 2/286:29 am
RDU
-
SMF
1 stop8h 36m
United Airlines
Sun 3/811:59 pm
SMF
-
RDU
1 stop7h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/3$295
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Thu 2/264:13 pm
AVL
-
SMF
1 stop9h 28m
American Airlines
Wed 3/410:17 pm
SMF
-
AVL
1 stop7h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/3$299
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Thu 2/263:53 pm
AVL
-
SMF
1 stop9h 52m
United Airlines
Wed 3/47:05 pm
SMF
-
AVL
2 stops13h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/3$304
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/253:47 pm
RDU
-
SMF
1 stop10h 28m
American Airlines
Sun 3/110:22 pm
SMF
-
RDU
1 stop9h 11m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/2$305
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Wed 4/223:10 pm
RDU
-
SMF
2 stops11h 04m
Delta
Wed 4/298:56 pm
SMF
-
RDU
2 stops10h 43m
Delta
Deal found 2/3$307

Find flight deals from North Carolina to Sacramento

Keep the following information in mind while searching for North Carolina to Sacramento flight deals. Data was last updated February 4, 2026.

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Round-trip from

$237
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One-way from

$86
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Average price

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Customize your flight search to find flights from North Carolina 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 February 4, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from North Carolina to Sacramento that are best for you.

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RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/22

4:48 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop9h 41m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/28

12:34 am-11:11 am

1 stop7h 37m

$257

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 4/16

1:15 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop8h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/21

5:00 am-5:18 pm

2 stops9h 18m

$296

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 2/28

10:31 am-6:43 pm

2 stops11h 12m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 3/8

11:59 pm-10:08 am

1 stop7h 09m

$300

AshevilleSacramento

AVL - SMF

AVLSMF

Asheville Regional

Thu 2/26

3:53 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop9h 52m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/4

7:05 pm-11:14 am

2 stops13h 09m

$304

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 2/25

3:47 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop10h 28m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 3/1

10:22 pm-10:33 am

1 stop9h 11m

$305

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/22

3:10 pm-11:14 pm

2 stops11h 04m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/29

8:56 pm-10:39 am

2 stops10h 43m

$307

BlountvilleSacramento

TRI - SMF

TRISMF

Blountville Tri Cities TN/VA

Thu 5/28

3:51 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop10h 03m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/2

10:15 pm-9:31 am

1 stop8h 16m

$309

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/11

12:45 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop10h 25m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 3/15

11:07 pm-8:53 am

1 stop6h 46m

$325

AshevilleSacramento

AVL - SMF

AVLSMF

Asheville Regional

Tue 3/10

4:43 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop8h 22m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 3/15

11:50 pm-10:55 am

1 stop8h 05m

$329

WilmingtonSacramento

ILM - SMF

ILMSMF

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 5/20

6:16 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop7h 38m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/25

10:15 pm-9:31 am

1 stop8h 16m

$329

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Best time to book a flight from North Carolina to Sacramento

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Everything you need to know about your flight from North Carolina to Sacramento

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to Sacramento (average of $106). Flying from North Carolina to Sacramento in December is currently the most expensive (average of $263). 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 NC to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from North Carolina 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 February 4, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from North Carolina to Sacramento in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 29% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from North Carolina to Sacramento. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Sacramento from North Carolina?

    If you book a flight to Sacramento from North Carolina, you will be flying to Sacramento Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Sacramento Intl (SMF) is located 9.4 mi from the center of Sacramento.

  • How long is the flight from North Carolina to Sacramento?

    Departing from North Carolina to Sacramento will take you 8h 30m. The distance from North Carolina to Sacramento is about 2338 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $143. United Airlines flights start at $153 while deals on American Airlines start at $158 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from North Carolina to Sacramento?

    While some choose either Charlotte Douglas - Sacramento Intl or Norfolk - Sacramento Intl, Raleigh-Durham - Sacramento Intl is the most popular route from North Carolina to Sacramento.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from North Carolina to Sacramento?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from North Carolina 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 North Carolina to Sacramento?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to Sacramento (average of $106). Flying from North Carolina to Sacramento in December is currently the most expensive (average of $263). 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 5 airlines flying from North Carolina to Sacramento

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from North Carolina 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 February 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$109Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$140Average$211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$256Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$278Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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