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$85+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, 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 2/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SMF
Feb 14 — Feb 211
Sat 2/14
Sat 2/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Sacramento

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas to Sacramento flight deals. Data was last updated January 15, 2026.

Round-trip from

$179
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$85
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

February
From Salinas to Sacramento Intl
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 15, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/149:15 pm
SFO
-
SMF
Nonstop1h 00m
United Airlines
Sun 2/1510:55 am
SMF
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/15$179
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Wed 3/258:09 pm
SFO
-
SMF
1 stop19h 47m
Frontier
Sun 3/2911:51 am
SMF
-
SFO
2 stops20h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 1/14$202
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 1/289:23 am
SFO
-
SMF
Nonstop1h 01m
United Airlines
Sat 1/3111:10 am
SMF
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/14$209
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Wed 2/256:40 am
SFO
-
SMF
1 stop17h 03m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 2/281:17 pm
SMF
-
SFO
1 stop9h 39m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/14$213
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/149:05 am
SFO
-
SMF
Nonstop1h 03m
United Airlines
Sat 2/216:25 am
SMF
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/15$214
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Fri 4/38:35 am
SFO
-
SMF
Nonstop1h 03m
United Airlines
Sun 4/126:00 am
SMF
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/14$219
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Fri 10/238:32 am
SFO
-
SMF
Nonstop0h 53m
United Airlines
Sun 11/16:10 am
SMF
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/14$222
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/166:30 am
SFO
-
SMF
1 stop11h 40m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 3/198:14 pm
SMF
-
SFO
1 stop13h 06m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/15$223
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/108:32 am
SFO
-
SMF
Nonstop0h 53m
United Airlines
Sun 10/186:10 am
SMF
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/15$230
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 2/58:20 am
SFO
-
SMF
1 stop4h 02m
Hawaiian Airlines
Sun 2/89:00 am
SMF
-
SFO
1 stop6h 50m
Hawaiian Airlines
Deal found 1/14$234
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 2/57:00 am
SFO
-
SMF
1 stop5h 22m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 2/87:00 am
SMF
-
SFO
1 stop13h 12m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/13$237

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas 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 January 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Sacramento that are best for you.

Fly from

Salinas

Fly to

Sacramento

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoSacramento

SFO - SMF

SFOSMF

San Francisco

Wed 3/25

9:20 am-10:19 am

Nonstop0h 59m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 3/29

6:00 am-7:03 am

Nonstop1h 03m

$179

San FranciscoSacramento

SFO - SMF

SFOSMF

San Francisco

Sat 2/14

9:15 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop1h 00m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 2/15

10:55 am-12:04 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

$179

San FranciscoSacramento

SFO - SMF

SFOSMF

San Francisco

Wed 2/25

6:40 am-2:30 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 2/28

1:17 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop9h 39m

$213

San FranciscoSacramento

SFO - SMF

SFOSMF

San Francisco

Wed 2/11

10:12 am-10:58 pm

1 stop12h 46m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/18

6:00 am-10:56 pm

1 stop16h 56m

$213

San FranciscoSacramento

SFO - SMF

SFOSMF

San Francisco

Wed 3/25

8:09 pm-3:56 pm

1 stop19h 47m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 3/29

11:51 am-9:38 pm

1 stop9h 47m

$220

San FranciscoSacramento

SFO - SMF

SFOSMF

San Francisco

Thu 2/5

8:20 am-12:22 pm

1 stop4h 02m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 2/8

9:00 am-3:50 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$234

San FranciscoSacramento

SFO - SMF

SFOSMF

San Francisco

Fri 5/15

8:55 am-10:02 am

Nonstop1h 07m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/27

8:29 pm-9:40 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

$239

San FranciscoSacramento

SFO - SMF

SFOSMF

San Francisco

Wed 2/18

9:05 am-10:08 am

Nonstop1h 03m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 2/22

10:55 am-12:04 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

$239

San FranciscoSacramento

SFO - SMF

SFOSMF

San Francisco

Thu 2/5

9:23 am-10:24 am

Nonstop1h 01m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 2/8

6:00 am-7:10 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$239

San FranciscoSacramento

SFO - SMF

SFOSMF

San Francisco

Thu 5/14

8:55 am-10:02 am

Nonstop1h 07m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/27

3:53 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop1h 12m

$239

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Sacramento

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sacramento from Salinas with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Salinas to Sacramento

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Sacramento (average of $179). Flying from Salinas to Sacramento in January is currently the most expensive (average of $294). 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 S9N to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas 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 January 15, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Salinas to Sacramento at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 19% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Salinas to Sacramento

Explore weekly flight availability from Salinas 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 January 15, 2026.

The most flights from S9N to SMF are scheduled on a Monday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 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 January 15, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines from Salinas to Sacramento have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,164 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Simon,Jun 2024

LAS - LAX

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,164 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,164 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Simon,Jun 2024

LAS - LAX

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly into Sacramento Intl (SMF) if they book a flight to Sacramento from Salinas. On average, Sacramento Intl has 16 inbound flights from Salinas per day from 1 airline. Sacramento Intl is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Sacramento’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Salinas to Sacramento?

    For as low as $179, United Airlines can have you in Sacramento from Salinas in 59m. The distance between Salinas and Sacramento is about 86 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Consider United Airlines (75%), SkyWest Airlines (69%) or Air Canada (68%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Salinas to Sacramento.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Salinas to Sacramento?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Salinas to Sacramento? While on average our users pay $548, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $239. The most popular route (San Francisco - Sacramento Intl), is priced around $179.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Sacramento (average of $179). Flying from Salinas to Sacramento in January is currently the most expensive (average of $294). 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 airline flying from Salinas to Sacramento

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Salinas 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 January 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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