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$84+ Cheap flights from Seattle to Sacramento (SEA - SMF)

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SEA — SMF
Aug 2 — Aug 91
Sat 8/2
Sat 8/9
1 adult, Economy
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$157
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One-way from

$84
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$257
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Cheapest flights from Seattle to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Seattle to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 28, 2025.

This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/197:55 pmSEA - SMF
Nonstop2h 04mDelta
Tue 8/264:45 pmSMF - SEA
Nonstop2h 03mDelta
Deal found 7/25$157
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2312:00 pmSEA - SMF
Nonstop2h 04mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/256:45 amSMF - SEA
Nonstop2h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$160
This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/117:59 pmSEA - SMF
Nonstop1h 55mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 10/136:20 amSMF - SEA
Nonstop2h 02mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/27$164
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/278:00 amSEA - SMF
2 stops8h 10mSouthwest
Mon 9/16:10 amSMF - SEA
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 7/25$172
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/195:20 amSEA - SMF
1 stop3h 18mAlaska Airlines
Sat 11/225:41 pmSMF - SEA
1 stop5h 37mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/26$176
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2312:40 pmSEA - SMF
1 stop22h 30mFrontier
Mon 8/2511:55 amSMF - SEA
1 stop12h 39mFrontier
Deal found 7/27$188
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.
Fri 10/37:37 pmSEA - SMF
1 stop3h 56mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/58:35 pmSMF - SEA
1 stop4h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/28$197

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Seattle 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 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Seattle to Sacramento that are best for you.

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SeattleSacramento

SEA - SMF

SEASMF

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 8/19

7:55 pm-9:59 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/26

4:45 pm-6:48 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

$157

SeattleSacramento

SEA - SMF

SEASMF

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 8/23

12:00 pm-2:04 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 8/25

6:45 am-8:47 am

Nonstop2h 02m

$160

SeattleSacramento

SEA - SMF

SEASMF

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 10/11

7:59 pm-9:54 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/13

6:20 am-8:22 am

Nonstop2h 02m

$164

SeattleSacramento

SEA - SMF

SEASMF

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 8/27

8:00 am-4:10 pm

2 stops8h 10m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/1

6:10 am-8:05 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$172

SeattleSacramento

SEA - SMF

SEASMF

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 11/19

5:20 am-8:38 am

1 stop3h 18m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 11/22

5:41 pm-11:18 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$176

SeattleSacramento

SEA - SMF

SEASMF

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 8/23

12:40 pm-11:10 am

1 stop22h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 8/25

11:55 am-12:34 am

1 stop12h 39m

$188

SeattleSacramento

SEA - SMF

SEASMF

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 10/3

7:37 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop3h 56m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 10/5

8:35 pm-12:59 am

1 stop4h 24m

$197

SeattleSacramento

SEA - SMF

SEASMF

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 9/24

5:20 am-8:36 am

1 stop3h 16m

$88

SeattleSacramento

SEA - SMF

SEASMF

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 12/25

5:40 pm-7:36 pm

Nonstop1h 56m

$91

SeattleSacramento

SEA - SMF

SEASMF

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 8/27

7:00 am-2:00 pm

2 stops7h 00m

$94

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The best insider tips for Seattle to Sacramento flights

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Seattle to Sacramento trip
Airlines
Alaska Airlines

Alaska offers 32” legroom in Main Cabin, with pre-order meals available online.


Alaska's Wi-Fi is a flat fee, ideal for working during flights.

Read more about Alaska Airlinesby Robert Schrader
Southwest

Southwest allows two free checked bags, including oversized items like skis.


Southwest offers free snacks and non-alcoholic drinks on all flights.

Read more about Southwestby Marisa Garcia
Airports
SEA

Plan to arrive at SEA at least two hours before your flight due to potentially long security lines.

Read more about SEAby Brandon Schultz
SMF

Catch the SacRT Route 142 express bus from SMF to downtown Sacramento in about 30 minutes.

Read more about SMFby Matt Meltzer
Our travel experts
Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on Alaska Airlines

Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Southwest

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

Expert on SMF

Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer has been a travel writer for over a decade, covering U.S. domestic locations and hotels for Thrillist, Fifty Grande, Matador Network, Conde Nast Traveler, and other top publications. He's won multiple travel journalism awards from the Society of American Travel Writers and North American Travel Journalists Association, and currently resides in South Florida.

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on SEA

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Best time to book a flight from Seattle to Sacramento

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Seattle to Sacramento?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Seattle to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

Booking 71 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Seattle to Sacramento. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Seattle 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 SEA to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Seattle 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 July 28, 2025.

When flying from Seattle to Sacramento, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 17% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Seattle to Sacramento?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Seattle to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on July 20, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Seattle to Sacramento flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Seattle to Sacramento

Explore weekly flight availability from Seattle 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 July 28, 2025.

The most flights from SEA to SMF are scheduled on a Monday (52 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (28 on average).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Seattle to Sacramento?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Seattle to Sacramento chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Las Vegas (LAS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of 1-stop itineraries from Seattle to Sacramento on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Seattle to Sacramento?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Seattle to Sacramento, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Las Vegas (LAS) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $169.

What’s the fastest layover option from Seattle to Sacramento?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Seattle to Sacramento, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via San Francisco (SFO) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 1h 53m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Seattle to Sacramento?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Seattle to Sacramento, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via San Francisco (SFO) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 03m.

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 28, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Seattle to Sacramento. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,971 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,604 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,893 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Seattle to Sacramento. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Seattle to Sacramento?

    If you wish to fly to Sacramento from Seattle, then you need to book flights from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Sacramento Intl. There are 43 flights from Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) to Sacramento Intl (SMF) per day to choose from. Flights to Sacramento from Seattle/Tacoma Intl are available from 5 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 53m is how long a nonstop flight from Seattle to Sacramento Intl typically takes.

  • How popular is this Seattle to Sacramento flight route?

    Flights from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Sacramento Intl have been viewed 63 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Currently priced at $157, Delta will fly you from Seattle to Sacramento and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Hawaiian Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $164 and $172, respectively. Delta is priced at 32% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $84 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Hawaiian Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Alaska Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $88 and $89, respectively.

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

    Before booking your flight to Sacramento from Seattle, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air France (94%), Delta (90%), Virgin Atlantic( 90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Seattle to Sacramento?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Seattle to Sacramento? While on average our users pay $280, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $78. The most popular route (Seattle/Tacoma Intl - Sacramento Intl), is priced around $152.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Seattle 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 5 airlines flying from Seattle to Sacramento

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Seattle 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 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$102Average$185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$117Average$262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$130Average$223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$138Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$145Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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