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$259+ Cheap flights from South Dakota to Sacramento (SMF)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FSD — SMF
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from South Dakota to Sacramento

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Dakota to Sacramento flight deals. Data was last updated September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$259
(United Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$281
From South Dakota to Sacramento Intl
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($40 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flights from South Dakota to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Dakota to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/181:35 pmFSD - SMF
1 stop8h 41mDelta
Wed 10/222:00 pmSMF - FSD
1 stop6h 57mDelta
Deal found 9/15$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 12/46:00 amFSD - SMF
1 stop6h 03mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/132:30 pmSMF - FSD
2 stops7h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/292:32 pmFSD - SMF
1 stop7h 58mDelta
Wed 10/222:00 pmSMF - FSD
1 stop6h 57mDelta
Deal found 9/14$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2410:15 amRAP - SMF
1 stop5h 56mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/274:07 pmSMF - RAP
1 stop5h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/13$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/296:00 amFSD - SMF
1 stop5h 46mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/25:00 amSMF - FSD
1 stop5h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/246:27 amRAP - SMF
2 stops11h 41mDelta
Sat 9/2711:28 amSMF - RAP
2 stops10h 02mDelta
Deal found 9/13$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sat 10/259:00 amRAP - SMF
1 stop7h 02mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/296:45 amSMF - RAP
2 stops10h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$344
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/298:46 pmFSD - SMF
2 stops22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/212:21 pmSMF - FSD
1 stop23h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$353
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Mon 10/206:00 amFSD - SMF
1 stop5h 39mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/254:07 pmSMF - FSD
1 stop5h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$354
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/205:20 amFSD - SMF
2 stops8h 11mDelta
Sat 10/255:35 amSMF - FSD
2 stops11h 44mDelta
Deal found 9/14$374
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Tue 9/307:00 amRAP - SMF
2 stops8h 39mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/45:00 amSMF - RAP
1 stop6h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$374
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Wed 10/14:35 pmRAP - SMF
1 stop5h 11mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/55:00 amSMF - RAP
1 stop4h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$375

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Customize your flight search to find flights from South Dakota 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 September 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Dakota to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Fly to

Sacramento

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Return

Price

Rapid CitySacramento

RAP - SMF

RAPSMF

Rapid City

Tue 1/6

7:00 am-1:28 pm

1 stop7h 28m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 1/13

12:58 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$259

Sioux FallsSacramento

FSD - SMF

FSDSMF

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sat 10/18

1:35 pm-8:16 pm

1 stop8h 41m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/22

2:00 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$269

Sioux FallsSacramento

FSD - SMF

FSDSMF

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Thu 12/4

6:00 am-10:03 am

1 stop6h 03m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 12/13

2:30 pm-11:43 pm

2 stops7h 13m

$289

Sioux FallsSacramento

FSD - SMF

FSDSMF

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Thu 12/4

1:30 pm-8:43 pm

1 stop9h 13m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 12/11

2:00 pm-11:11 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$294

Sioux FallsSacramento

FSD - SMF

FSDSMF

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 9/29

2:32 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop7h 58m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/22

2:00 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$294

Rapid CitySacramento

RAP - SMF

RAPSMF

Rapid City

Sat 10/25

9:00 am-3:02 pm

1 stop7h 02m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/29

1:00 pm-8:26 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$339

Rapid CitySacramento

RAP - SMF

RAPSMF

Rapid City

Sat 2/28

3:21 pm-8:47 pm

1 stop6h 26m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/3

5:25 am-12:38 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$339

Rapid CitySacramento

RAP - SMF

RAPSMF

Rapid City

Tue 9/30

7:00 am-2:39 pm

2 stops8h 39m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/4

5:00 am-12:37 pm

1 stop6h 37m

$374

Rapid CitySacramento

RAP - SMF

RAPSMF

Rapid City

Thu 10/2

12:56 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop5h 44m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 10/5

5:00 am-10:57 am

1 stop4h 57m

$375

Rapid CitySacramento

RAP - SMF

RAPSMF

Rapid City

Wed 9/24

5:30 am-9:37 am

1 stop5h 07m

$296

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Best time to book a flight from South Dakota to Sacramento

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Dakota to Sacramento

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from South Dakota 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 September 15, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Dakota to Sacramento as you normally would.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Dakota 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 South Dakota?

    Located just 9.4 mi from the city center, Sacramento Intl (SMF) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Sacramento from South Dakota.

  • How long is the flight from South Dakota to Sacramento?

    There are many flights that can get you from South Dakota to Sacramento in 7h 28m. Fly via United Airlines or Delta to get the fastest option. South Dakota and Sacramento are separated by a distance of 1026 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $296. Delta flights start at $301 while deals on Frontier start at $304 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Dakota to Sacramento?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Dakota 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 South Dakota to Sacramento?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Dakota to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from South Dakota 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 3 airlines flying from South Dakota to Sacramento

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from South Dakota 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 September 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$253Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$267Average$273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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