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$167+ Cheap flights from Rochester to Sacramento (ROC - 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 8/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ROC — SMF
Aug 28 — Sep 41
Fri 8/28
Fri 9/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Rochester to Sacramento

Cheapest flights from Rochester to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rochester to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Thu 9/246:45 pm
ROC
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SMF
1 stop7h 45m
Southwest
Mon 9/2811:50 pm
SMF
-
ROC
1 stop8h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 7/27$333
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Thu 9/246:20 am
ROC
-
SMF
1 stop9h 15m
Southwest
Tue 9/2911:50 pm
SMF
-
ROC
2 stops9h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 7/27$338
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 9/235:30 am
ROC
-
SMF
2 stops11h 04m
Delta
Mon 10/197:18 pm
SMF
-
ROC
2 stops12h 57m
Delta
Deal found 7/27$343
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 10/1912:30 pm
ROC
-
SMF
2 stops12h 50m
Southwest
Sat 10/2411:55 pm
SMF
-
ROC
1 stop12h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 7/26$344
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 10/146:20 am
ROC
-
SMF
1 stop8h 46m
United Airlines
Sat 10/245:00 am
SMF
-
ROC
2 stops8h 43m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/25$354
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 10/146:20 am
ROC
-
SMF
1 stop8h 46m
United Airlines
Tue 10/2010:55 pm
SMF
-
ROC
1 stop10h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/26$363
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Thu 8/276:45 pm
ROC
-
SMF
1 stop7h 40m
Southwest
Wed 9/211:50 pm
SMF
-
ROC
1 stop8h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 7/27$366
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Fri 9/256:45 pm
ROC
-
SMF
1 stop7h 45m
Southwest
Mon 9/2811:50 pm
SMF
-
ROC
1 stop8h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 7/27$368
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/142:52 pm
ROC
-
SMF
2 stops12h 07m
American Airlines
Sat 10/247:00 am
SMF
-
ROC
2 stops12h 43m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/25$369
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Fri 9/2512:32 pm
ROC
-
SMF
2 stops12h 08m
Delta
Thu 10/1510:40 pm
SMF
-
ROC
1 stop9h 35m
Delta
Deal found 7/27$373

Find flight deals from Rochester to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rochester (ROC) 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 July 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$333
(Southwest)

One-way from

$167
(Southwest)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$542
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Rochester 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 July 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rochester to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

RochesterSacramento

ROC - SMF

ROCSMF

Greater Rochester Intl

Thu 9/24

6:45 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/29

11:50 pm-11:15 am

1 stop8h 25m

$333

RochesterSacramento

ROC - SMF

ROCSMF

Greater Rochester Intl

Thu 9/24

6:45 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/28

11:50 pm-11:15 am

1 stop8h 25m

$333

RochesterSacramento

ROC - SMF

ROCSMF

Greater Rochester Intl

Wed 11/4

6:05 am-12:00 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 11/14

11:00 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop10h 30m

$443

RochesterSacramento

ROC - SMF

ROCSMF

Greater Rochester Intl

Thu 9/3

5:52 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop7h 56m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/7

10:48 pm-11:55 am

1 stop10h 07m

$443

RochesterSacramento

ROC - SMF

ROCSMF

Greater Rochester Intl

Sat 12/5

2:40 pm-9:42 pm

1 stop10h 02m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/9

7:00 am-4:45 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$443
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

RochesterSacramento

ROC - SMF

ROCSMF

Greater Rochester Intl

Mon 8/24

6:45 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$167

RochesterSacramento

ROC - SMF

ROCSMF

Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 9/15

3:00 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$167

RochesterSacramento

ROC - SMF

ROCSMF

Greater Rochester Intl

Mon 9/14

4:05 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops9h 30m

$172

RochesterSacramento

ROC - SMF

ROCSMF

Greater Rochester Intl

Wed 10/7

5:00 am-1:45 pm

2 stops11h 45m

$174

RochesterSacramento

ROC - SMF

ROCSMF

Greater Rochester Intl

Mon 9/28

4:05 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops9h 30m

$190

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Deals found on 7/27

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Compare providers for flights from Rochester 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 Rochester to Sacramento in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Rochester-Sacramento flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Rochester-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Rochester-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Rochester-Sacramento flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Rochester-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 Rochester to Sacramento

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sacramento from Rochester with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Rochester to Sacramento

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rochester to Sacramento?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester to Sacramento (average of $273). Flying from Rochester to Sacramento in January is currently the most expensive (average of $587). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Rochester to Sacramento?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Rochester to Sacramento flights typically cost between $341 and $368 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $333 on Southwest (Sep 24-Sep 28).

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 July 29, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest and United Airlines from Rochester 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
4,228 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,228 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,228 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,052 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,228 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Rochester 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 Rochester to Sacramento?

    Airlines like Southwest fly from Rochester to Sacramento in about 7h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance from Rochester to Sacramento is about 2286 mi.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Rochester to Sacramento round-trip from $269. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Southwest. Users have found that United Airlines is 36% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $148 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $148 and United Airlines from $171 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester to Sacramento (average of $273). Flying from Rochester to Sacramento in January is currently the most expensive (average of $587). 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 2 airlines flying from Rochester to Sacramento

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Rochester 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 July 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$269Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$341Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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