HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Sacramento

$83+ 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 2/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SMF
Jan 26 — Feb 21
Mon 1/26
Mon 2/2
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Raleigh to Sacramento with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Sacramento Intl are usually found in October or September, booked 15 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Sacramento

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 December 27, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Wed 12/316:21 pmRDU - SMF
1 stop17h 44mDelta
Thu 1/11:24 pmSMF - RDU
1 stop7h 07mDelta
Deal found 12/25$662
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Sat 12/271:14 pmRDU - SMF
1 stop8h 30mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/15:10 amSMF - RDU
1 stop7h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/25$760
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Sun 12/284:44 pmRDU - SMF
1 stop9h 16mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/16:20 pmSMF - RDU
1 stop7h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/25$765
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 12/3110:45 amRDU - SMF
2 stops13h 23mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/18:35 amSMF - RDU
2 stops12h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/25$772
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 12/308:29 amRDU - SMF
2 stops12h 14mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/18:35 amSMF - RDU
2 stops12h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/25$775
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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.
Sun 12/287:36 pmRDU - SMF
2 stops18h 06mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/3011:37 amSMF - RDU
1 stop30h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/24$819
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Mon 12/297:36 pmRDU - SMF
1 stop19h 21mFrontier
Mon 1/511:37 amSMF - RDU
2 stops24h 48mFrontier
Deal found 12/25$831
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Wed 12/316:21 pmRDU - SMF
1 stop17h 44mDelta
Sat 1/37:00 amSMF - RDU
1 stop7h 52mDelta
Deal found 12/25$906
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Wed 12/316:21 pmRDU - SMF
1 stop17h 44mDelta
Sun 1/46:47 pmSMF - RDU
2 stops12h 16mDelta
Deal found 12/25$911

Find 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 December 27, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$231
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$83
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$535
Provider with most accurate pricing for Raleigh-Durham-Sacramento Intl flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Raleigh-Durham-Sacramento Intl flights.
Search Deals
From Raleigh-Durham to Sacramento Intl
Search Deals
One-way flight from Raleigh-Durham to Sacramento Intl
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($40 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Search Deals

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 December 27, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Sacramento that are best for you.

Fly from

Raleigh

Fly to

Sacramento

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 1/24

8:45 am-1:50 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/31

7:15 am-6:52 pm

1 stop8h 37m

$252

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/20

3:39 pm-8:47 pm

1 stop8h 08m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 1/26

10:04 am-10:58 pm

2 stops9h 54m

$262

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 1/28

7:36 am-2:22 pm

1 stop9h 46m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/25

6:00 am-5:57 pm

1 stop8h 57m

$277

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 1/24

8:04 am-3:54 pm

2 stops10h 50m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/31

8:06 am-8:43 pm

2 stops9h 37m

$281

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 2/3

7:36 am-2:22 pm

1 stop9h 46m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/17

11:45 am-11:47 pm

1 stop9h 02m

$297

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 2/7

7:15 am-9:51 pm

1 stop17h 36m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/17

11:45 am-11:47 pm

1 stop9h 02m

$301

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 2/1

7:36 am-2:22 pm

1 stop9h 46m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/25

6:00 am-5:57 pm

1 stop8h 57m

$301

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 2/6

7:36 am-9:51 pm

1 stop17h 15m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/16

6:40 am-6:07 am

1 stop20h 27m

$305

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 1/29

7:36 am-2:22 pm

1 stop9h 46m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 3/1

10:20 pm-9:55 am

1 stop8h 35m

$305

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 3/7

5:30 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop8h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 3/14

11:45 pm-10:40 am

1 stop7h 55m

$333

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/26

Showing 1-10 of 21 results
1
2
3

Compare providers for flights from Raleigh to Sacramento

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Raleigh to Sacramento in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-Sacramento flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Raleigh-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Raleigh-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-Sacramento flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Raleigh-Sacramento flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

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 December 19, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Raleigh to Sacramento is 15 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Sacramento (average of $172). Flying from Raleigh to Sacramento in December is currently the most expensive (average of $274). 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 December 27, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 4% on flights from Raleigh to Sacramento by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 December 27, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Raleigh to Sacramento, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,258 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,258 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,258 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,018 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,258 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,116 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,258 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,068 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,258 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

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.

  • How long is the flight from Raleigh to Sacramento?

    For as low as $252, United Airlines can have you in Sacramento from Raleigh in 8h 05m. There are 2338 mi between Raleigh and Sacramento. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Raleigh to Sacramento is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $173 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and United Airlines, starting at $276 and $324 round-trip. These flights start at 58% 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 Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $134. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and American 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Sacramento (average of $172). Flying from Raleigh to Sacramento in December is currently the most expensive (average of $274). 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.

See more FAQs

Traveling to a place near Sacramento?

Book flights to Sacramento if you plan to visit one of these locations
Placerville
Yuba City
Oroville
Plymouth
Auburn
Rocklin
Lincoln

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Raleigh to Sacramento

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Charlotte to Las Vegas flights
Raleigh to Las Vegas flights
Raleigh to Los Angeles flights
Raleigh to San Francisco flights
Charlotte to Los Angeles flights
Norfolk to Las Vegas flights
Charlotte to San Francisco flights
Raleigh to San Diego flights
Charlotte to San Diego flights
Charlotte to Ontario flights
Raleigh to Ontario flights
Myrtle Beach to Las Vegas flights
Charlotte to Santa Ana flights
Knoxville to Las Vegas flights
Greensboro to Las Vegas flights
Knoxville to Los Angeles flights
Raleigh to Reno flights
Norfolk to Los Angeles flights
Raleigh to Santa Ana flights
Norfolk to San Diego flights
Greensboro to Los Angeles flights
Wilmington to Las Vegas flights
Charlotte to Burbank flights
Greensboro to San Francisco flights
Wilmington to San Diego flights
Charlotte to Sacramento flights
Raleigh to Palm Springs flights
Charlotte to Reno flights
Raleigh to Burbank flights
Charlotte to Palm Springs flights
Asheville to Los Angeles flights
Knoxville to San Francisco flights
Asheville to Las Vegas flights
Raleigh to San Jose flights
Wilmington to San Francisco flights
Norfolk to San Francisco flights
Charlotte to San Jose flights
Wilmington to Los Angeles flights
Greensboro to Ontario flights
Blountville to Las Vegas flights
Knoxville to Ontario flights
Knoxville to Sacramento flights
Myrtle Beach to Los Angeles flights
Charlotte to Fresno flights
Norfolk to Ontario flights
Fayetteville to Las Vegas flights
Asheville to San Francisco flights
Charlotte to Long Beach flights
Raleigh to Long Beach flights
Asheville to Reno flights

Top 4 airlines flying from Raleigh to Sacramento

Discover the top 4 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 December 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$189Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$276Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$324Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$324Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.