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$131+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) 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 8/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SMF
Jul 8 — Jul 151
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to Sacramento Intl are usually found in January or August, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$187
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$131
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$416
From Columbus to Sacramento Intl
One-way flight from Columbus to Sacramento Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($54 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

Find flight deals from Columbus to Sacramento

Cheapest flights from Columbus to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/161:14 pmCMH - SMF
1 stop11h 27mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/226:30 amSMF - CMH
1 stop13h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$187
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/306:45 pmCMH - SMF
1 stop7h 35mSouthwest
Wed 8/66:15 amSMF - CMH
1 stop9h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 6/30$287
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.
Wed 7/307:23 pmCMH - SMF
1 stop7h 36mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/66:00 amSMF - CMH
2 stops9h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$292
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Sat 8/97:52 amCMH - SMF
1 stop6h 33mDelta
Wed 8/132:03 pmSMF - CMH
1 stop7h 26mDelta
Deal found 7/3$297
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/105:25 pmCMH - SMF
1 stop20h 51mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/148:25 pmSMF - CMH
1 stop22h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$333
This Hawaiian 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/207:00 amCMH - SMF
1 stop10h 04mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 8/255:00 pmSMF - CMH
1 stop9h 05mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/1$337

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Columbus

Fly to

Sacramento

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusSacramento

CMH - SMF

CMHSMF

Columbus

Tue 9/16

1:14 pm-9:41 pm

1 stop11h 27m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/22

6:30 am-10:50 pm

1 stop13h 20m

$187

ColumbusSacramento

CMH - SMF

CMHSMF

Columbus

Wed 7/30

6:45 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/6

6:15 am-6:25 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$287

ColumbusSacramento

CMH - SMF

CMHSMF

Columbus

Wed 7/30

7:23 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 36m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/6

6:00 am-6:37 pm

2 stops9h 37m

$292

ColumbusSacramento

CMH - SMF

CMHSMF

Columbus

Sat 8/9

7:52 am-11:25 am

1 stop6h 33m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/13

2:03 pm-12:29 am

1 stop7h 26m

$297

ColumbusSacramento

CMH - SMF

CMHSMF

Columbus

Sun 8/10

5:25 pm-11:16 am

1 stop20h 51m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 8/14

8:25 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop22h 51m

$333

ColumbusSacramento

CMH - SMF

CMHSMF

Columbus

Wed 8/20

7:00 am-2:04 pm

1 stop10h 04m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 8/25

5:00 pm-5:05 am

1 stop9h 05m

$337

ColumbusSacramento

CMH - SMF

CMHSMF

Columbus

Tue 9/16

8:55 am-8:29 pm

2 stops14h 34m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/22

7:03 pm-2:42 pm

2 stops16h 39m

$378

ColumbusSacramento

CMH - SMF

CMHSMF

Columbus

Tue 7/22

6:28 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop8h 17m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 7/29

2:56 pm-5:13 am

1 stop11h 17m

$381

ColumbusSacramento

CMH - SMF

CMHSMF

Columbus

Mon 8/4

6:52 pm-6:27 pm

2 stops26h 35m

$131

ColumbusSacramento

CMH - SMF

CMHSMF

Columbus

Mon 8/4

6:20 pm-12:05 am

1 stop8h 45m

$172

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Sacramento

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus Airport to Sacramento

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

Booking 59 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Columbus Airport 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 Columbus Airport to Sacramento?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Columbus Airport 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 CMH to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 3, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Columbus Airport to Sacramento at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 48% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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 3, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and Hawaiian Airlines from Columbus Airport 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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

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

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

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

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

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

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

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

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

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

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

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 Columbus 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 Columbus?

    Located just 9.4 mi from the city center, Sacramento Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Sacramento from Columbus. Booking flights from Columbus to Sacramento Intl (SMF) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Columbus from 5 different airlines.

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($187), Southwest ($287), and American Airlines ($292) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus Airport to Sacramento. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 53% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $131. Users have also found prices from $172 and $175 on Southwest and Frontier, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus 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 Columbus Airport to Sacramento?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Columbus Airport 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 5 airlines flying from Columbus to Sacramento

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$158Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$286Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$330Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$338Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$341Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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