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$77+ Cheap flights from Ontario to Sacramento (ONT - 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 8/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ONT — SMF
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Ontario to Sacramento Intl are usually found in August or October, booked 40 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Ontario to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ontario (ONT) 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$197
(Delta)

One-way from

$77
(Frontier)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$268
From Ontario to Sacramento Intl
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Cheapest flights from Ontario to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ontario to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/106:00 amONT - SMF
1 stop5h 25mDelta
Fri 7/115:30 amSMF - ONT
1 stop6h 44mDelta
Deal found 6/10$197
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Mon 9/294:00 pmONT - SMF
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Wed 10/12:35 pmSMF - ONT
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 6/9$202
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Fri 8/156:00 amONT - SMF
1 stop11h 46mFrontier
Mon 8/186:41 pmSMF - ONT
1 stop21h 37mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$203
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 9/116:00 amONT - SMF
1 stop3h 25mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/112:30 pmSMF - ONT
1 stop3h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$237
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Wed 9/103:04 pmONT - SMF
2 stops17h 32mAlaska Airlines
Fri 9/122:58 pmSMF - ONT
1 stop19h 46mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$298

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OntarioSacramento

ONT - SMF

ONTSMF

Ontario

Thu 7/10

6:00 am-11:25 am

1 stop5h 25m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 7/11

5:30 am-12:14 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$197

OntarioSacramento

ONT - SMF

ONTSMF

Ontario

Mon 9/29

4:00 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/1

2:35 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$202

OntarioSacramento

ONT - SMF

ONTSMF

Ontario

Fri 8/15

6:00 am-5:46 pm

1 stop11h 46m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 8/18

6:41 pm-4:18 pm

1 stop21h 37m

$203

OntarioSacramento

ONT - SMF

ONTSMF

Ontario

Thu 9/11

6:00 am-9:25 am

1 stop3h 25m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 9/11

2:30 pm-5:37 pm

1 stop3h 07m

$237

OntarioSacramento

ONT - SMF

ONTSMF

Ontario

Wed 9/10

3:04 pm-8:36 am

2 stops17h 32m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 9/12

2:58 pm-10:44 am

1 stop19h 46m

$298

OntarioSacramento

ONT - SMF

ONTSMF

Ontario

Thu 8/21

12:28 pm-4:47 pm

1 stop4h 19m

$77

OntarioSacramento

ONT - SMF

ONTSMF

Ontario

Tue 8/19

6:20 am-11:05 am

1 stop4h 45m

$89

OntarioSacramento

ONT - SMF

ONTSMF

Ontario

Sat 8/9

4:45 pm-9:42 pm

1 stop4h 57m

$92

OntarioSacramento

ONT - SMF

ONTSMF

Ontario

Tue 7/29

6:39 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$99

OntarioSacramento

ONT - SMF

ONTSMF

Ontario

Fri 6/27

6:00 am-6:49 pm

1 stop12h 49m

$125

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The best insider tips for Ontario 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 Ontario to Sacramento trip
Airlines
Frontier

Frontier's UpFront Plus seats guarantee an empty middle seat for extra comfort.


Frontier offers no in-flight entertainment or Wi-Fi; bring a book or pre-load your device.

Read more about Frontierby Marisa Garcia
Southwest

Southwest offers two free checked bags, including oversized items like skis or golf clubs.


Enjoy free in-flight entertainment streamed to your device, including movies and live TV.

Read more about Southwestby Marisa Garcia
Airports
ONT

ONT offers quick security checks compared to LAX, making it a convenient choice for domestic flights.

Read more about ONTby Bill Fink
SMF

Use SacRT Route 142 for a quick 30-minute ride from SMF to downtown Sacramento.

Read more about SMFby Matt Meltzer
Our travel experts
Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Frontier and Southwest

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Bill Fink

Bill Fink

Expert on ONT

Bill Fink

Bill Fink

Bill is an award-winning travel writer with extensive credits covering airlines and the aviation industry for publications including AARP, AFAR, The Points Guy and Yahoo. Based in Portland, Oregon, Bill has traveled to more than 75 countries - and been late for his flight in most of them. He once achieved top-level frequent flier status for all of American, Delta and United Airlines during a single year.

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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 Ontario to Sacramento

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sacramento from Ontario with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Ontario to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Ontario to Sacramento, you should look to book at least 40 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ontario to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Ontario to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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 ONT to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Ontario 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 June 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Ontario to Sacramento is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 43% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Ontario to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Ontario to Sacramento flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Ontario 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

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

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

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

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
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

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
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

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
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

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
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

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 Ontario 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 Ontario to Sacramento?

    To fly from Ontario to Sacramento, you need to book a flight from Ontario (ONT) to Sacramento Intl (SMF). Nonstop flights to Sacramento Intl from Ontario take 1h 20m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 4 outbound flights from Ontario to Sacramento Intl offered by 4 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Ontario to Sacramento flight route?

    Within the past month, 56 users have taken a look at flights from Ontario to Sacramento Intl.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Ontario to Sacramento round-trip from $197. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $203, and Southwest, from $207. Delta is currently priced 1% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $77. Southwest flights start at $89 while deals on Delta start at $92 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Ontario to Sacramento?

    While on average a flight from Ontario to Sacramento is generally $254, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $98. When looking at the most popular route, (Ontario - Sacramento Intl), you can expect to pay $177 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ontario to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Ontario to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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 4 airlines flying from Ontario to Sacramento

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Ontario 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$44Average$102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$119Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$186Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$197Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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