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$84+ 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 7/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SMF
Jul 7 — Jul 141
Mon 7/7
Mon 7/14
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Cheap 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 July 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$180
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$84
(FlightHub)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$489
From North Carolina to Sacramento Intl
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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 July 2, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/79:28 pmCLT - SMF
1 stop16h 38mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/117:26 pmSMF - CLT
1 stop15h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/30$180
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/147:30 amRDU - SMF
1 stop11h 41mFrontier
Thu 8/2111:55 amSMF - RDU
1 stop25h 36mFrontier
Deal found 7/2$193
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/175:21 pmCLT - SMF
1 stop20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/217:26 pmSMF - CLT
1 stop15h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$234
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 8/201:23 pmAVL - SMF
1 stop7h 44mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/2610:13 pmSMF - AVL
1 stop8h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$251
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 10/86:43 pmTYS - SMF
1 stop7h 16mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/222:29 pmSMF - TYS
1 stop6h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$251
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/205:30 pmCLT - SMF
1 stop8h 37mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/265:15 amSMF - CLT
2 stops9h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$282
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/47:13 pmRDU - SMF
2 stops26h 14mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/67:26 pmSMF - RDU
2 stops17h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$283
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2110:00 amAVL - SMF
1 stop14h 34mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/266:30 amSMF - AVL
3 stops27h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$284
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/295:16 amRDU - SMF
1 stop7h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/55:13 amSMF - RDU
1 stop9h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$289
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/178:52 pmTYS - SMF
3 stops27h 42mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/218:25 pmSMF - TYS
1 stop14h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$291
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 8/1910:00 amRDU - SMF
2 stops10h 29mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/231:00 pmSMF - RDU
1 stop6h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/30$294
This Orbitz 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/1511:45 amRDU - SMF
2 stops12h 56mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/1912:06 pmSMF - RDU
2 stops18h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$298

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 July 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from North Carolina to Sacramento that are best for you.

Fly from

North Carolina

Fly to

Sacramento

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CharlotteSacramento

CLT - SMF

CLTSMF

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 8/7

9:28 pm-11:06 am

1 stop16h 38m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 8/11

7:26 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop15h 14m

$180

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 8/14

7:30 am-4:11 pm

1 stop11h 41m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 8/21

11:55 am-4:31 pm

1 stop25h 36m

$193

CharlotteSacramento

CLT - SMF

CLTSMF

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 7/17

5:21 pm-11:16 am

1 stop20h 55m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 7/21

7:26 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop15h 14m

$234

KnoxvilleSacramento

TYS - SMF

TYSSMF

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 8/23

12:42 pm-5:26 pm

1 stop7h 44m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 8/30

10:33 am-9:45 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$250

AshevilleSacramento

AVL - SMF

AVLSMF

Asheville Regional

Wed 8/20

1:23 pm-6:07 pm

1 stop7h 44m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/26

10:13 pm-9:50 am

1 stop8h 37m

$251

CharlotteSacramento

CLT - SMF

CLTSMF

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 8/20

5:30 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop8h 37m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/26

5:15 am-5:15 pm

2 stops9h 00m

$282

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 8/4

7:13 pm-6:27 pm

2 stops26h 14m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/6

7:26 pm-4:12 pm

2 stops17h 46m

$283

AshevilleSacramento

AVL - SMF

AVLSMF

Asheville Regional

Thu 8/21

10:00 am-9:34 pm

1 stop14h 34m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/26

6:30 am-12:48 pm

3 stops27h 18m

$284

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 7/29

5:16 am-10:06 am

1 stop7h 50m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/5

5:13 am-5:30 pm

1 stop9h 17m

$289

KnoxvilleSacramento

TYS - SMF

TYSSMF

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 8/17

8:52 pm-9:34 pm

3 stops27h 42m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 8/21

8:25 pm-2:04 pm

1 stop14h 39m

$291

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from North Carolina 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 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 July 2, 2025.

When flying from North Carolina to Sacramento, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 2, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from North Carolina to Sacramento have to say. 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

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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
4,272 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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
7.8
Good
2,540 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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
8,861 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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 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.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $84. Frontier flights start at $117 while deals on American Airlines start at $126 one-way.

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

    While some choose either Greensboro/H. Point - Sacramento Intl or Raleigh-Durham - Sacramento Intl, Charlotte Douglas - 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from North Carolina 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 6 airlines flying from North Carolina to Sacramento

Discover the top 6 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 July 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$96Average$198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$146Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$203Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$286Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$330Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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