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$61+ 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 4/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SMF
Apr 18 — Apr 251
Sat 4/18
Sat 4/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Riverside to Sacramento Intl are usually found in January or October, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Riverside to Sacramento
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 March 19, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 4/238:36 am
LAX
-
SMF
Nonstop1h 29m
Frontier
Thu 4/2312:18 pm
SMF
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 3/17$83
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
Fri 5/18:36 am
LAX
-
SMF
Nonstop1h 29m
Frontier
Sun 5/312:18 pm
SMF
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 3/17$87
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/106:00 am
LAX
-
SMF
Nonstop1h 29m
Frontier
Sat 4/118:27 am
SMF
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 3/18$88
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 4/106:00 am
LAX
-
SMF
Nonstop1h 29m
Frontier
Mon 4/138:27 am
SMF
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 3/17$98
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Fri 4/178:36 am
LAX
-
SMF
Nonstop1h 29m
Frontier
Fri 4/1712:18 pm
SMF
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 3/15$101
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 5/48:36 am
LAX
-
SMF
Nonstop1h 29m
Frontier
Mon 5/412:18 pm
SMF
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 3/15$103
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/38:36 am
LAX
-
SMF
Nonstop1h 29m
Frontier
Tue 5/58:16 pm
SMF
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 3/18$105
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
Fri 4/248:36 am
LAX
-
SMF
Nonstop1h 29m
Frontier
Sun 4/2612:18 pm
SMF
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 3/17$106
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 4/168:36 am
LAX
-
SMF
Nonstop1h 29m
Frontier
Mon 4/2012:18 pm
SMF
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 3/17$107
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Fri 4/178:36 am
LAX
-
SMF
Nonstop1h 29m
Frontier
Mon 4/2012:18 pm
SMF
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 3/16$108
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
Sat 5/95:57 pm
LAX
-
SMF
Nonstop1h 34m
Frontier
Sun 5/108:16 pm
SMF
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 3/17$109
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Fri 4/106:00 am
LAX
-
SMF
Nonstop1h 29m
Frontier
Sun 4/128:27 am
SMF
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 3/18$116

Find flight deals from Riverside to Sacramento

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Riverside to Sacramento flight deals. Data was last updated March 19, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$83
(Frontier)

One-way from

$61
(Super.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$193
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One-way flight from Riverside to Sacramento Intl
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($12 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($2 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 March 19, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Riverside to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 5/1

6:35 am-8:00 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/3

7:45 am-9:15 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$197

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 5/13

2:05 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 5/14

5:25 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$207

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 4/23

7:50 pm-12:10 am

1 stop4h 20m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 4/26

7:05 pm-12:10 am

1 stop5h 05m

$217

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 5/9

5:35 am-10:00 am

1 stop4h 25m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/10

6:25 pm-12:10 am

1 stop5h 45m

$217

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 5/8

7:50 pm-12:10 am

1 stop4h 20m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/10

7:05 pm-12:10 am

1 stop5h 05m

$217

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 4/14

6:35 am-1:15 pm

2 stops6h 40m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/14

3:00 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops6h 10m

$227

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 4/28

6:35 am-1:15 pm

2 stops6h 40m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/28

3:00 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops6h 10m

$237

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 4/19

9:00 am-10:33 am

Nonstop1h 33m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/21

6:00 am-11:48 am

1 stop5h 48m

$277

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 4/3

7:05 pm-12:45 am

1 stop5h 40m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 4/10

6:30 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$287

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 4/19

6:30 pm-12:25 am

1 stop5h 55m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/21

5:35 am-12:10 pm

2 stops6h 35m

$298

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Best time to book a flight from Riverside to Sacramento

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sacramento from Riverside with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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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 March 13, 2026.

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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Sacramento (average of $33). Flying from Riverside to Sacramento in October is currently the most expensive (average of $58). 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 March 19, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Riverside to Sacramento at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 5% 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 March 14, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Riverside to Sacramento flight should consider departing on Friday at noon 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.

Weekly flight availability from Riverside to Sacramento

Explore weekly flight availability from Riverside to Sacramento. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 19, 2026.

The most flights from R1V to SMF are scheduled on a Thursday (64 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (41 on average).

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 March 19, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,319 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,319 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,319 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,292 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,319 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,439 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,319 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,472 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,319 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,024 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,319 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Riverside 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 Riverside?

    Most people fly into Sacramento Intl (SMF) if they book a flight to Sacramento from Riverside. On average, Sacramento Intl has 56 inbound flights from Riverside per day from 7 airlines. Sacramento Intl is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Sacramento’s city center.

  • How popular is this Riverside to Sacramento flight route?

    The Riverside to Sacramento Intl flight path was viewed by 81 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Riverside to Sacramento?

    Southwest can get you from Riverside to Sacramento in just under 1h 25m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. Riverside and Sacramento are separated by a distance of 373 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $36. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Riverside to Sacramento for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Riverside to Sacramento?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Riverside to Sacramento consider choosing Qantas Airways (100%), Copa Airlines (91%) or Avianca (91%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Riverside to Sacramento?

    While on average a flight from Riverside to Sacramento is generally $174, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $45. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles Los Angeles - Sacramento Intl), you can expect to pay $108 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Sacramento (average of $33). Flying from Riverside to Sacramento in October is currently the most expensive (average of $58). 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 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 March 19, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$43Average$143FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$44Average$150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$91Average$229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$93Average$286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$100Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$117Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$154Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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