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$72+ Cheap flights from Tennessee 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 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNA — SMF
Jan 1 — Jan 81
Thu 1/1
Thu 1/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Tennessee to Sacramento

Cheapest flights from Tennessee to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Tennessee to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 2, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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.
Wed 12/178:50 amBNA - SMF
1 stop8h 05mSouthwest
Wed 1/73:50 pmSMF - BNA
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 11/30$298
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 12/126:15 amBNA - SMF
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Tue 1/62:35 pmSMF - BNA
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 12/1$307
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1110:21 pmCHA - SMF
1 stop23h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/103:49 pmSMF - CHA
1 stop17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/30$308
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 12/1211:10 amBNA - SMF
2 stops8h 30mSouthwest
Wed 1/712:00 pmSMF - BNA
1 stop6h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/1$312
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/146:30 amTYS - SMF
1 stop8h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/103:49 pmSMF - TYS
2 stops23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/30$330
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Sat 12/135:00 amBNA - SMF
1 stop7h 18mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/106:37 amSMF - BNA
1 stop7h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/1$330
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/167:00 amBNA - SMF
1 stop8h 44mAlaska Airlines
Fri 1/91:16 pmSMF - BNA
1 stop8h 41mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/1$334
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 12/135:05 amBNA - SMF
2 stops8h 15mSouthwest
Sat 1/105:30 pmSMF - BNA
1 stop9h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/1$341
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/195:54 pmMEM - SMF
1 stop27h 13mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/3011:37 amSMF - MEM
2 stops27h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/30$341
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1110:21 pmCHA - SMF
1 stop23h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/92:09 pmSMF - CHA
2 stops43h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/30$343
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 12/1611:19 amBNA - SMF
2 stops10h 21mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/95:15 amSMF - BNA
1 stop6h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/1$344
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/132:47 pmBNA - SMF
1 stop9h 24mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/95:15 amSMF - BNA
1 stop6h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$347

Find flight deals from Tennessee to Sacramento

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Tennessee to Sacramento flight deals. Data was last updated December 2, 2025.

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3 stars

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$197
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$72
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$431
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Tennessee 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 December 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Tennessee to Sacramento that are best for you.

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NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

Fri 1/30

2:38 pm-9:53 pm

2 stops9h 15m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/2

5:15 am-1:58 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$232

NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

Tue 1/6

7:37 am-2:08 pm

1 stop8h 31m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 1/12

1:05 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$237

KnoxvilleSacramento

TYS - SMF

TYSSMF

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 1/20

12:21 pm-7:34 pm

1 stop10h 13m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/31

10:04 am-10:47 pm

2 stops9h 43m

$239

NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

Tue 1/6

7:15 am-12:01 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 1/11

6:30 am-9:28 pm

1 stop12h 58m

$241

NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

Sun 1/18

4:19 pm-10:50 am

2 stops20h 31m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/24

2:27 pm-5:23 am

1 stop12h 56m

$242

KnoxvilleSacramento

TYS - SMF

TYSSMF

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 1/8

2:57 pm-8:47 pm

1 stop8h 50m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 1/12

10:29 pm-9:45 am

1 stop8h 16m

$265

NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

Tue 2/24

7:00 am-2:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 2/27

1:17 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$277

NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

Thu 1/8

7:00 am-2:05 pm

1 stop9h 05m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 1/11

1:16 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop8h 41m

$277

NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

Wed 1/14

3:10 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop9h 59m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/21

3:02 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$277

NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

Fri 1/9

3:10 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop9h 59m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/17

1:05 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$277

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Best time to book a flight from Tennessee to Sacramento

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tennessee to Sacramento (average of $139). Flying from Tennessee to Sacramento in December is currently the most expensive (average of $222). 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 TN to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Tennessee 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 December 2, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Tennessee to Sacramento is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 11% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Tennessee to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on November 29, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Tennessee to Sacramento flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons 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.

Related info for your journey

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

    Sacramento Intl (SMF) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Tennessee to Sacramento. It is only a 9.4 mi journey from Sacramento Intl (SMF) to Sacramento’s city center.

  • How popular is this Tennessee to Sacramento flight route?

    Flights from Tennessee to Sacramento Intl have been viewed 1 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Tennessee to Sacramento?

    Departing from Tennessee to Sacramento will take you 8h 31m. There are 1911 mi between Tennessee and Sacramento. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $81. Users have also found prices from $88 and $118 on Alaska Airlines and Southwest, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Tennessee to Sacramento?

    When deciding which route to take from Tennessee to Sacramento consider Nashville Intl - Sacramento Intl, Knoxville McGhee Tyson - Sacramento Intl or Chattanooga Lovell Field - Sacramento Intl as they are the most popular.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Tennessee to Sacramento?

    The cheapest flight price from Tennessee to Sacramento is $94. On average you can expect to pay $249. The most popular route, (Nashville Intl - Sacramento Intl), can usually be booked for $209.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tennessee to Sacramento (average of $139). Flying from Tennessee to Sacramento in December is currently the most expensive (average of $222). 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 4 airlines flying from Tennessee to Sacramento

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Tennessee 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 December 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$163Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$208Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$236Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$241Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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