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$149+ Cheap flights from Reagan-National (DCA) 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 9/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DCA — SMF
Aug 8 — Aug 151
Fri 8/8
Fri 8/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Sacramento Intl are usually found in February or August, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Reagan-National to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Reagan-National (DCA) 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 August 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$274
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$149
(Frontier)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$329
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Cheapest flights from Reagan-National to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Reagan-National to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 3, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Thu 10/27:00 amDCA - SMF
1 stop7h 21mFrontier
Mon 10/612:06 pmSMF - DCA
1 stop6h 53mFrontier
Deal found 8/1$274
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 10/298:59 amDCA - SMF
1 stop8h 18mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 11/510:58 amSMF - DCA
1 stop8h 01mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 8/1$276
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 9/136:00 amDCA - SMF
1 stop7h 18mDelta
Thu 9/182:05 pmSMF - DCA
1 stop6h 34mDelta
Deal found 8/2$277
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 10/288:59 amDCA - SMF
1 stop10h 58mAlaska Airlines
Thu 11/68:15 amSMF - DCA
1 stop10h 44mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/2$292
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/164:47 pmDCA - SMF
1 stop8h 19mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/217:00 amSMF - DCA
1 stop8h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/1$304
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Fri 9/125:00 amDCA - SMF
1 stop9h 13mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/2011:15 amSMF - DCA
1 stop7h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/1$309
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 11/174:35 pmDCA - SMF
1 stop7h 50mSouthwest
Wed 12/37:20 amSMF - DCA
2 stops8h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 8/2$310

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Reagan-National 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 August 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Reagan-National

Fly to

Sacramento

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Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

DCA - SMF

DCASMF

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 10/2

7:00 am-11:21 am

1 stop7h 21m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/6

12:06 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$274

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

DCA - SMF

DCASMF

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 10/29

8:59 am-4:57 pm

1 stop10h 58m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 11/5

8:15 am-9:59 pm

1 stop10h 44m

$276

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

DCA - SMF

DCASMF

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 9/13

5:21 pm-10:13 pm

1 stop7h 52m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/17

2:05 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$277

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

DCA - SMF

DCASMF

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 10/28

8:59 am-4:57 pm

1 stop10h 58m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 11/6

8:15 am-9:59 pm

1 stop10h 44m

$292

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

DCA - SMF

DCASMF

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/16

4:47 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop8h 19m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 9/21

7:00 am-6:41 pm

1 stop8h 41m

$304

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

DCA - SMF

DCASMF

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 9/12

5:00 am-11:13 am

1 stop9h 13m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 9/20

11:15 am-10:00 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$309

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

DCA - SMF

DCASMF

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 11/17

4:35 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/3

7:20 am-6:45 pm

2 stops8h 25m

$310

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

DCA - SMF

DCASMF

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 9/1

7:00 am-11:10 am

1 stop7h 10m

$149

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

DCA - SMF

DCASMF

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/30

8:00 am-2:04 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$154

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

DCA - SMF

DCASMF

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 11/23

6:00 am-10:30 am

1 stop7h 30m

$155

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Best time to book a flight from Reagan-National to Sacramento

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

Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Sacramento

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Sacramento?

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

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Sacramento is 79 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Sacramento?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 DCA to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Reagan-National 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 August 3, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Sacramento at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 11% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Sacramento?

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 August 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Sacramento. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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
4,246 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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
7,985 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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
7.8
Good
2,614 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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
8,905 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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 Reagan-National 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National?

    If you book a flight to Sacramento from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National, you will be flying to Sacramento Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Sacramento Intl (SMF) is located 9.4 mi from the center of Sacramento. There are 0 flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Sacramento Intl per day from 4 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Sacramento round-trip?

    Frontier, at $274, was found to be the cheapest airline from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Sacramento.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Hawaiian Airlines and Delta. Users have found that Frontier is 31% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Sacramento one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Sacramento are Frontier ($149), Hawaiian Airlines ($154), and Southwest ($155).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Reagan-National to Sacramento that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Reagan-National to Sacramento?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Reagan-National to Sacramento?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Reagan-National 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Sacramento?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 4 airlines flying from Reagan-National to Sacramento

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Reagan-National 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 August 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$276Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$281Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$308Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$308Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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