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$53+ Cheap flights from Pasadena, CA 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 8/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SMF
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Pasadena to Sacramento Intl are usually found in October or September, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Pasadena to Sacramento

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Pasadena to Sacramento flight deals. Data was last updated July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$91
(Frontier)

One-way from

$53
(Flightnetwork)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$209
From Pasadena to Sacramento Intl
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Cheapest flights from Pasadena to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Pasadena to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Tue 8/199:22 amLAX - SMF
1 stop9h 58mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/206:30 amSMF - LAX
1 stop12h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/27$84
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2812:39 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Sun 8/315:25 pmSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/30$85
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 10/49:36 amLAX - SMF
1 stop12h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/55:46 pmSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$93
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/289:55 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 25mDelta
Sun 8/316:00 amSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 41mDelta
Deal found 7/28$97
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Tue 8/264:28 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/26:46 amSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/28$107

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Pasadena 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 30, 2025.
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Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

Tue 8/19

9:22 am-7:20 pm

1 stop9h 58m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/20

6:30 am-7:03 pm

1 stop12h 33m

$84

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

Thu 8/28

12:39 pm-2:11 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 8/31

5:25 pm-6:58 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$85

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

Sat 10/4

9:36 am-9:41 pm

1 stop12h 05m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 10/5

5:46 pm-7:19 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$93

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

Thu 8/28

12:30 pm-1:55 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 8/31

6:00 am-7:41 am

Nonstop1h 41m

$97

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

Tue 8/26

4:28 pm-6:03 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/2

6:46 am-8:30 am

Nonstop1h 44m

$107

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

Thu 8/21

6:45 am-7:20 pm

1 stop12h 35m

$53

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

Thu 8/21

7:59 am-9:25 am

Nonstop1h 26m

$59

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

Sun 10/26

7:08 pm-8:38 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$67

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

Thu 8/14

1:09 pm-2:41 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$69

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

Sat 9/13

9:10 am-6:05 pm

2 stops8h 55m

$100

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Deals found on 7/30

Best time to book a flight from Pasadena to Sacramento

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Pasadena to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Pasadena to Sacramento, you should look to book at least 69 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 Pasadena to Sacramento?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pasadena to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Pasadena to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 P4S to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Pasadena 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 30, 2025.

When flying from Pasadena 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.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Pasadena to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on July 27, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Pasadena to Sacramento

Explore weekly flight availability from Pasadena 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 July 30, 2025.

The most flights from P4S to SMF are scheduled on a Wednesday (83 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (26 on average).

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 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Pasadena 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,048 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,237 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Pasadena 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 Pasadena?

    Most people fly into Sacramento Intl (SMF) if they book a flight to Sacramento from Pasadena. On average, Sacramento Intl has 61 inbound flights from Pasadena per day from 7 airlines. Sacramento Intl is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Sacramento’s city center.

  • How popular is this Pasadena to Sacramento flight route?

    The Pasadena to Sacramento Intl flight path was viewed by 106 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Pasadena 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 $53. Delta flights start at $59 while deals on United Airlines start at $67 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Pasadena to Sacramento?

    Before booking your flight to Sacramento from Pasadena, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Frontier (100%), ANA (96%), China Eastern( 95%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Pasadena to Sacramento?

    The cheapest flight price from Pasadena to Sacramento is $53. On average you can expect to pay $170. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Sacramento Intl), can usually be booked for $80.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pasadena to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Pasadena to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 Pasadena to Sacramento

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Pasadena 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 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$24Average$107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$46Average$136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$83Average$181FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$88Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$97Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$121Average$232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$154Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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