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$53+ Cheap flights from Riverside, CA to Sacramento (SMF)

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LAX — SMF
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Riverside to Sacramento Intl are usually found in October or September, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Friday

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 julio 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$91
(Frontier)

One-way from

$53
(Mytrip)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$209
From Riverside to Sacramento Intl
One-way flight from Riverside to Sacramento Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($28 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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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 julio 31, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 8/3112:24 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
dom. 8/315:25 pmSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/30$91
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
jue. 10/29:36 amLAX - SMF
1 stop12h 05mMultiple Airlines
dom. 10/55:46 pmSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$95
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/289:55 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 25mDelta
dom. 8/316:00 amSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 41mDelta
Deal found 7/29$97
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
sáb. 8/306:45 amLAX - SMF
1 stop7h 38mSpirit Airlines
sáb. 9/69:33 amSMF - LAX
1 stop4h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/31$98
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/264:28 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 35mUnited Airlines
mar. 9/26:46 amSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/28$107
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
vie. 8/298:55 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
dom. 8/312:35 pmSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 7/31$137

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Riverside to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Riverside

Fly to

Sacramento

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Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

dom. 8/31

12:24 pm-1:56 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

Sacramento Intl

dom. 8/31

5:25 pm-6:58 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$91

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

jue. 10/2

9:36 am-9:41 pm

1 stop12h 05m

Sacramento Intl

dom. 10/5

5:46 pm-7:19 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$95

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

jue. 8/28

9:55 pm-11:20 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Sacramento Intl

dom. 8/31

6:00 am-7:41 am

Nonstop1h 41m

$97

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

sáb. 8/30

6:45 am-2:23 pm

1 stop7h 38m

Sacramento Intl

sáb. 9/6

9:33 am-1:33 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$98

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

mar. 8/26

4:28 pm-6:03 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Sacramento Intl

mar. 9/2

6:46 am-8:30 am

Nonstop1h 44m

$107

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

vie. 8/29

8:55 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Sacramento Intl

dom. 8/31

2:35 pm-4:05 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$137

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

jue. 8/21

12:39 pm-2:11 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$53

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

mié. 10/1

7:50 pm-8:38 am

1 stop12h 48m

$54

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

jue. 8/21

7:59 am-9:25 am

Nonstop1h 26m

$59

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

sáb. 8/30

6:55 am-8:25 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$70

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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 July 25, 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 69 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Riverside 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 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 julio 31, 2025.

When flying from Riverside to Sacramento, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 July 27, 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.

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 julio 31, 2025.

The most flights from R1V to SMF are scheduled on a Thursday (81 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (32 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 julio 31, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta 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.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

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 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 57 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?

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $53. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Frontier, 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 Frontier (100%), ANA (96%) or China Eastern (95%) 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 $170, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $53. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Sacramento Intl), you can expect to pay $81 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Riverside 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 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 julio 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$24Average$109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$46Average$157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$83Average$186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$88Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$113Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$121Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$154Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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