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$82+ Cheap flights from Tampa to Sacramento (TPA - 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 10/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TPA — SMF
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Tampa to Sacramento Intl are usually found in July or April, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Tampa to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Tampa (TPA) 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 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$163
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$82
(CheapOair)

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July

Average price

$288
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Cheapest flights from Tampa to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Tampa to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/96:43 amTPA - SMF
1 stop14h 44mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/216:30 amSMF - TPA
1 stop7h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/30$198
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2711:23 amTPA - SMF
1 stop10h 11mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/36:06 amSMF - TPA
1 stop7h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/31$251
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/217:35 amTPA - SMF
1 stop7h 13mDelta
Sun 8/247:05 pmSMF - TPA
1 stop7h 55mDelta
Deal found 7/30$285
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/287:23 amTPA - SMF
2 stops9h 27mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/48:00 amSMF - TPA
1 stop8h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$290
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/16:50 amTPA - SMF
2 stops11h 30mSouthwest
Wed 12/36:30 amSMF - TPA
2 stops10h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 7/30$298
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/296:40 amTPA - SMF
1 stop7h 30mFrontier
Mon 9/111:55 amSMF - TPA
1 stop29h 11mFrontier
Deal found 7/30$305
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/238:00 amTPA - SMF
1 stop9h 45mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/277:09 pmSMF - TPA
2 stops24h 42mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/30$311
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/155:34 pmTPA - SMF
1 stop7h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/198:25 pmSMF - TPA
2 stops22h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$335

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

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TampaSacramento

TPA - SMF

TPASMF

Tampa

Tue 10/21

6:45 am-3:22 pm

1 stop11h 37m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/25

4:22 pm-5:30 am

1 stop10h 08m

$163

TampaSacramento

TPA - SMF

TPASMF

Tampa

Tue 8/26

7:10 am-12:11 pm

1 stop8h 01m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/2

6:46 am-6:33 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$251

TampaSacramento

TPA - SMF

TPASMF

Tampa

Tue 10/21

3:38 pm-10:31 pm

2 stops9h 53m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/25

6:00 am-4:03 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$256

TampaSacramento

TPA - SMF

TPASMF

Tampa

Sat 9/27

7:15 am-12:30 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/7

5:55 pm-5:49 am

1 stop8h 54m

$257

TampaSacramento

TPA - SMF

TPASMF

Tampa

Tue 9/30

10:20 am-6:20 pm

2 stops11h 00m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/9

5:00 am-5:35 pm

2 stops9h 35m

$298

TampaSacramento

TPA - SMF

TPASMF

Tampa

Fri 8/29

6:40 am-11:10 am

1 stop7h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/1

11:55 am-8:06 pm

1 stop29h 11m

$305

TampaSacramento

TPA - SMF

TPASMF

Tampa

Tue 10/21

6:45 am-3:22 pm

1 stop11h 37m

$82

TampaSacramento

TPA - SMF

TPASMF

Tampa

Sun 8/31

5:55 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop7h 36m

$118

TampaSacramento

TPA - SMF

TPASMF

Tampa

Sun 10/26

6:37 am-11:26 am

1 stop7h 49m

$149

TampaSacramento

TPA - SMF

TPASMF

Tampa

Sat 11/22

7:36 am-2:24 pm

1 stop9h 48m

$166

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Best time to book a flight from Tampa to Sacramento

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

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

Booking 53 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Tampa 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 Tampa to Sacramento?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Tampa 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 31, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Tampa to Sacramento in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 24% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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 31, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Tampa to Sacramento by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

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 Tampa to Sacramento. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Sacramento, with prices starting at $163. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $251 and $256, respectively. You may be able to fly from Tampa to Sacramento for 55% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $82. Users have also found prices from $131 and $149 on American Airlines and Frontier, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Tampa 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 6 airlines flying from Tampa to Sacramento

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Tampa 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 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$145Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$158Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$250Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$276Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$278Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$281Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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