$53+ Cheap flights from Riverside, 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 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SMF
Nov 29 — Dec 61
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Riverside to Sacramento
Keep the following information in mind while searching for Riverside to Sacramento flight deals. Data was last updated October 30, 2025.
Most accurate provider | CheapOair 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | CheapOair 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $64 (Expedia) |
One-way from | $53 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | November |
Average price | $163 |
Find flight deals from Riverside to Sacramento
Cheapest flights from Riverside to SacramentoExplore the most affordable flight options available from Riverside to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Riverside to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/148:55 amLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Mon 11/171:03 pmSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Deal found 10/28![Frontier logo]()
$64
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/148:55 amLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Sat 11/159:10 amSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
Deal found 10/29![Frontier logo]()
$66
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/2411:10 amLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Fri 11/2812:55 pmSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Deal found 10/28![Frontier logo]()
$69
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/131:52 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Fri 11/1412:58 pmSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 37mFrontier
Deal found 10/28![Frontier logo]()
$71
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Thu 11/131:52 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Thu 11/136:16 pmSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Deal found 10/29![Frontier logo]()
$73
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Thu 11/131:52 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Mon 11/171:03 pmSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Deal found 10/29![Frontier logo]()
$77
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/299:07 amLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Mon 1/511:37 amSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Deal found 10/28![Frontier logo]()
$79
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/128:37 amLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Sun 12/1411:20 amSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Deal found 10/29![Frontier logo]()
$80
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/131:52 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Sat 11/159:10 amSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
Deal found 10/30![Frontier logo]()
$81
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/58:37 amLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Mon 12/87:41 pmSMF - LAX
1 stop24h 24mFrontier
Deal found 10/30![Frontier logo]()
$82
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from Riverside 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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Riverside to Sacramento that are best for you.
Fly from
Riverside
Fly to
Sacramento
Route
Depart
Return
Price
Los AngelesSacramento
LAX - SMF
LAXSMF
Los Angeles
Thu 12/11
8:27 am-10:04 am
Nonstop1h 37m
Sacramento Intl
Mon 12/15
6:45 am-8:30 am
Nonstop1h 45m
$117
Los AngelesSacramento
LAX - SMF
LAXSMF
Los Angeles
Wed 12/3
8:27 am-10:04 am
Nonstop1h 37m
Sacramento Intl
Fri 12/5
10:45 am-12:28 pm
Nonstop1h 43m
$127
Los AngelesSacramento
LAX - SMF
LAXSMF
Los Angeles
Wed 11/19
8:45 am-10:24 am
Nonstop1h 39m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 11/19
7:04 pm-8:50 pm
Nonstop1h 46m
$137
Los AngelesSacramento
LAX - SMF
LAXSMF
Los Angeles
Mon 1/26
11:40 am-1:15 pm
Nonstop1h 35m
Sacramento Intl
Sat 2/7
5:00 pm-6:35 pm
Nonstop1h 35m
$157
Los AngelesSacramento
LAX - SMF
LAXSMF
Los Angeles
Thu 1/29
8:51 pm-10:20 pm
Nonstop1h 29m
Sacramento Intl
Sun 2/1
6:06 am-7:48 am
Nonstop1h 42m
$157
Los AngelesSacramento
LAX - SMF
LAXSMF
Los Angeles
Thu 1/29
8:15 am-9:48 am
Nonstop1h 33m
Sacramento Intl
Sun 2/1
1:30 pm-3:02 pm
Nonstop1h 32m
$157
Los AngelesSacramento
LAX - SMF
LAXSMF
Los Angeles
Sun 11/16
7:00 am-8:36 am
Nonstop1h 36m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 11/19
6:00 am-7:47 am
Nonstop1h 47m
$162
Los AngelesSacramento
LAX - SMF
LAXSMF
Los Angeles
Sun 11/16
7:00 am-8:36 am
Nonstop1h 36m
Sacramento Intl
Tue 11/18
2:34 pm-4:14 pm
Nonstop1h 40m
$162
Los AngelesSacramento
LAX - SMF
LAXSMF
Los Angeles
Fri 11/14
7:08 pm-8:38 pm
Nonstop1h 30m
Sacramento Intl
Mon 11/17
10:34 am-12:16 pm
Nonstop1h 42m
$162
Los AngelesSacramento
LAX - SMF
LAXSMF
Los Angeles
Fri 11/14
8:45 pm-10:18 pm
Nonstop1h 33m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 11/19
2:34 pm-4:14 pm
Nonstop1h 40m
$172
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Best time to book a flight from Riverside to Sacramento
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Riverside to Sacramento
How far ahead should I book a flight from Riverside to Sacramento?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Riverside to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.
The price you pay for your flight from Riverside to Sacramento may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 75 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Riverside to Sacramento?
Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Sacramento (average of $17). Flying from Riverside to Sacramento in July is currently the most expensive (average of $57). 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 R1V to SMF?
Find hourly flight availability from Riverside 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 October 30, 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Riverside to Sacramento in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 7% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Riverside to Sacramento?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Riverside to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on October 26, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Riverside 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.
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 October 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Riverside to Sacramento to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
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Top 7 airlines flying from Riverside to Sacramento
Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Riverside 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 October 30, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$38 | Average$126 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$85 | Average$172 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$97 | Average$196 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$101 | Average$197 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$111 | Average$278 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$117 | Average$297 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$154 | Average$403 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% |