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$87+ Cheap flights from Raleigh to Sacramento (RDU - 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 8/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SMF
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Sacramento Intl are usually found in September or August, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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

$243
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$87
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$457
From Raleigh-Durham to Sacramento Intl
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/2510:41 amRDU - SMF
2 stops16h 15mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/305:15 pmSMF - RDU
2 stops13h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$243
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/307:30 amRDU - SMF
1 stop13h 23mFrontier
Fri 7/46:48 pmSMF - RDU
1 stop8h 12mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$286
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/66:40 amRDU - SMF
1 stop7h 25mSouthwest
Wed 8/1311:15 amSMF - RDU
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$289
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/257:15 amRDU - SMF
1 stop7h 20mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/3010:02 pmSMF - RDU
1 stop8h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$293
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/117:00 amRDU - SMF
1 stop10h 07mDelta
Mon 9/1511:55 amSMF - RDU
1 stop8h 10mDelta
Deal found 6/9$297
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 9/259:00 amRDU - SMF
1 stop7h 50mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/3010:34 amSMF - RDU
2 stops9h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$298
This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/267:30 amRDU - SMF
1 stop14h 19mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/2710:19 amSMF - RDU
1 stop16h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$299
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Tue 7/296:01 pmRDU - SMF
1 stop8h 42mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 8/125:00 pmSMF - RDU
1 stop10h 00mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/11$396
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.
Tue 7/227:36 amRDU - SMF
1 stop17h 16mAlaska Airlines
Wed 7/235:00 pmSMF - RDU
1 stop10h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$464

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Sacramento that are best for you.

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RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 9/7

10:41 am-4:19 pm

2 stops32h 38m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 9/13

5:15 pm-9:36 am

2 stops13h 21m

$266

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 6/30

7:30 am-5:53 pm

1 stop13h 23m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 7/4

6:48 pm-6:00 am

1 stop8h 12m

$286

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 8/6

6:40 am-11:05 am

1 stop7h 25m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/13

11:15 am-9:30 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$289

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 8/4

2:52 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop9h 06m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 8/16

11:55 pm-10:51 am

1 stop7h 56m

$293

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 6/26

7:30 am-6:49 pm

1 stop14h 19m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 6/27

10:19 am-6:00 am

1 stop16h 41m

$299

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 9/7

6:30 am-12:04 pm

1 stop8h 34m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 9/13

7:00 am-5:04 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$328

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 8/29

3:15 pm-8:31 pm

1 stop8h 16m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/1

11:23 am-11:16 pm

1 stop8h 53m

$387

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 7/29

6:01 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop8h 42m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/12

5:00 pm-6:00 am

1 stop10h 00m

$396

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 7/22

7:36 am-9:52 pm

1 stop17h 16m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 7/23

5:00 pm-6:00 am

1 stop10h 00m

$464

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 8/7

7:30 am-6:27 pm

1 stop13h 57m

$87

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Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Sacramento

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

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

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

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

The best time to book flights from Raleigh to Sacramento is 74 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 5% on flights from Raleigh to Sacramento by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Raleigh to Sacramento by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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 Raleigh to Sacramento. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Raleigh to Sacramento is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $243 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and American Airlines, starting at $289 and $293 round-trip. These flights start at 43% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $90. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Raleigh to Sacramento for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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$146Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$298Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$306Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$326Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$346Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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