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$120+ Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl (YVR) 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 10/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SMF
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Vancouver Intl to Sacramento Intl are usually found in August or April, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Vancouver Intl to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Vancouver Intl (YVR) 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$294
(Delta)

One-way from

$120
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$415
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Cheapest flights from Vancouver Intl to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver Intl to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 10/146:15 amYVR - SMF
1 stop4h 22mDelta
Tue 10/2112:11 pmSMF - YVR
2 stops11h 46mDelta
Deal found 9/11$294
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/206:00 amYVR - SMF
1 stop4h 05mAlaska Airlines
Wed 10/222:57 pmSMF - YVR
1 stop9h 15mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/9$295
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/306:15 amYVR - SMF
1 stop6h 12mDelta
Mon 11/34:39 pmSMF - YVR
1 stop4h 15mDelta
Deal found 9/10$298
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/261:10 pmYVR - SMF
Nonstop2h 07mAir Canada
Sun 11/24:05 pmSMF - YVR
Nonstop2h 06mAir Canada
Deal found 9/10$304
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Fri 10/101:48 pmYVR - SMF
1 stop9h 58mAlaska Airlines
Tue 10/1411:00 amSMF - YVR
1 stop22h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/10$308
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 10/91:48 pmYVR - SMF
1 stop9h 58mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/138:33 amSMF - YVR
1 stop4h 15mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/11$313
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/97:20 pmYVR - SMF
1 stop15h 01mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/126:00 amSMF - YVR
1 stop7h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$314
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/73:00 pmYVR - SMF
1 stop8h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/154:05 pmSMF - YVR
Nonstop2h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$319
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Sun 10/57:44 pmYVR - SMF
1 stop14h 53mDelta
Sun 10/126:30 amSMF - YVR
1 stop4h 10mDelta
Deal found 9/11$322

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Vancouver Intl 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 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento that are best for you.

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VancouverSacramento

YVR - SMF

YVRSMF

Vancouver Intl

Tue 10/14

6:15 am-10:37 am

1 stop4h 22m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/21

12:11 pm-11:57 pm

2 stops11h 46m

$294

VancouverSacramento

YVR - SMF

YVRSMF

Vancouver Intl

Tue 2/24

6:00 am-7:48 pm

1 stop13h 48m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/25

8:10 am-12:48 pm

1 stop4h 38m

$303

VancouverSacramento

YVR - SMF

YVRSMF

Vancouver Intl

Tue 2/24

6:15 am-1:27 pm

1 stop7h 12m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/25

2:15 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop6h 37m

$303

VancouverSacramento

YVR - SMF

YVRSMF

Vancouver Intl

Mon 10/20

6:00 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop3h 54m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/22

7:58 pm-12:12 am

1 stop4h 14m

$309

VancouverSacramento

YVR - SMF

YVRSMF

Vancouver Intl

Thu 10/9

3:30 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop8h 16m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/13

8:33 am-2:08 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$313

VancouverSacramento

YVR - SMF

YVRSMF

Vancouver Intl

Wed 9/17

1:30 pm-7:40 am

2 stops18h 10m

$134

VancouverSacramento

YVR - SMF

YVRSMF

Vancouver Intl

Wed 10/1

3:30 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops25h 20m

$141

VancouverSacramento

YVR - SMF

YVRSMF

Vancouver Intl

Mon 9/22

3:55 pm-7:40 am

1 stop15h 45m

$148

VancouverSacramento

YVR - SMF

YVRSMF

Vancouver Intl

Mon 10/6

7:25 am-12:27 pm

1 stop5h 02m

$180

VancouverSacramento

YVR - SMF

YVRSMF

Vancouver Intl

Wed 9/24

5:25 pm-2:16 pm

1 stop20h 51m

$184

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The best insider tips for Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento trip
Airports
YVR

Security screenings at YVR are usually quick, with wait times under ten minutes. Check live updates online to plan your arrival time.

Read more about YVRby Brandon Schultz
SMF

For a quick ride to downtown Sacramento, take the SacRT Route 142 express bus from SMF, which runs every hour and takes about 30 minutes.

Read more about SMFby Matt Meltzer
Our travel experts
Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on YVR

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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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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Best time to book a flight from Vancouver Intl to Sacramento

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sacramento from Vancouver Intl with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento

How far ahead should I book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Vancouver Intl to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento, you should look to book at least 71 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Vancouver Intl 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 11, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 60% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 September 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines and Air Canada from Vancouver Intl Airport 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Vancouver Intl 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 Vancouver Intl?

    For a flight from Vancouver Intl to Sacramento, you will be flying into Sacramento Intl. Sacramento Intl (SMF) is just 9.4 mi from the center of the city. Sacramento Intl is the only Sacramento airport and it handles 6 inbound flights from Vancouver Intl per day. 2 airlines have flights to Sacramento Intl from Vancouver Intl on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento?

    For as low as $294, Delta can have you in Sacramento from Vancouver Intl Airport in 4h 22m. There are 729 mi between Vancouver Intl Airport and Sacramento. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento round-trip?

    Air Canada, at $267, was found to be the cheapest airline from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be United Airlines. These flights start at 38% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento?

    Consider Air Canada (75%), Jazz (75%) or United Airlines (75%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento?

    The cheapest flight price from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento is $209. On average you can expect to pay $486. The most popular route, (Vancouver Intl - Sacramento Intl), can usually be booked for $201.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Vancouver Intl to Sacramento?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Vancouver Intl 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport 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 2 airlines flying from Vancouver Intl to Sacramento

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Vancouver Intl 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 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$267Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$364Average$543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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