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$78+ Cheap flights from Virginia 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 8/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — SMF
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Virginia to Sacramento

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Virginia to Sacramento flight deals. Data was last updated July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$269
(Hawaiian Airlines)

One-way from

$79
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$449
From Virginia to Sacramento Intl
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Cheapest flights from Virginia to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Virginia to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2025.

This Hawaiian 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/126:09 pmIAD - SMF
1 stop8h 38mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 9/157:51 pmSMF - IAD
1 stop8h 42mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/28$269
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/127:00 amDCA - SMF
1 stop7h 21mFrontier
Mon 9/1512:06 pmSMF - DCA
1 stop6h 53mFrontier
Deal found 7/29$275
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/18:59 amDCA - SMF
1 stop10h 58mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 11/88:15 amSMF - DCA
1 stop10h 44mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/29$276
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/216:18 amIAD - SMF
1 stop9h 32mDelta
Tue 10/2811:21 amSMF - IAD
1 stop10h 19mDelta
Deal found 7/27$277
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/216:00 amDCA - SMF
1 stop7h 31mDelta
Fri 10/315:35 amSMF - DCA
1 stop7h 25mDelta
Deal found 7/27$277
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Sat 11/87:43 amIAD - SMF
1 stop9h 19mAlaska Airlines
Sun 11/167:00 amSMF - IAD
1 stop7h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/29$284
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.
Thu 8/215:32 pmRDU - SMF
1 stop20h 38mFrontier
Fri 8/2911:55 amSMF - RDU
1 stop25h 42mFrontier
Deal found 7/30$285
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.
Fri 10/175:48 pmDCA - SMF
1 stop17h 45mAlaska Airlines
Thu 10/306:50 amSMF - DCA
1 stop12h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/30$288
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.
Sat 8/237:19 pmIAD - SMF
Nonstop5h 36mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/308:00 amSMF - IAD
Nonstop5h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/28$289
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Fri 8/228:00 amIAD - SMF
1 stop12h 41mFrontier
Sun 8/242:41 pmSMF - IAD
1 stop12h 49mFrontier
Deal found 7/29$298
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/910:35 amRIC - SMF
2 stops25h 03mSpirit Airlines
Fri 9/126:30 amSMF - RIC
2 stops12h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/30$308
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/295:49 pmGSO - SMF
1 stop7h 51mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/315:00 amSMF - GSO
1 stop7h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$309

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Virginia 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 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Virginia to Sacramento that are best for you.

Fly from

Virginia

Fly to

Sacramento

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

IAD - SMF

IADSMF

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 9/12

6:09 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop8h 38m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/15

7:51 pm-7:33 am

1 stop8h 42m

$269

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

DCA - SMF

DCASMF

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 9/12

7:00 am-11:21 am

1 stop7h 21m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/15

12:06 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$275

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

IAD - SMF

IADSMF

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/21

6:18 am-12:50 pm

1 stop9h 32m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/28

11:21 am-12:40 am

1 stop10h 19m

$277

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

DCA - SMF

DCASMF

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 10/21

6:00 am-10:31 am

1 stop7h 31m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 10/31

5:35 am-4:00 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$277

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

IAD - SMF

IADSMF

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 11/8

7:43 am-2:02 pm

1 stop9h 19m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 11/16

7:00 am-5:13 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$284

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 8/21

5:32 pm-11:10 am

1 stop20h 38m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 8/29

11:55 am-4:37 pm

1 stop25h 42m

$285

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

DCA - SMF

DCASMF

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 10/17

5:48 pm-8:33 am

1 stop17h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/30

6:50 am-9:59 pm

1 stop12h 09m

$288

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

IAD - SMF

IADSMF

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/23

7:19 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop5h 36m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 8/30

8:00 am-4:03 pm

Nonstop5h 03m

$289

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

IAD - SMF

IADSMF

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 8/22

8:00 am-5:41 pm

1 stop12h 41m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 8/24

2:41 pm-6:30 am

1 stop12h 49m

$298

RichmondSacramento

RIC - SMF

RICSMF

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 9/9

10:35 am-8:38 am

2 stops25h 03m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 9/12

6:30 am-10:10 pm

2 stops12h 40m

$308

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Best time to book a flight from Virginia to Sacramento

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Virginia 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 30, 2025.

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

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 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Virginia to Sacramento have to say. 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

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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
4,241 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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
7,980 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,611 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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
8,896 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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 Virginia 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 Virginia?

    Sacramento Intl (SMF), located 9.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Virginia to Sacramento.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $79. Users have also found prices from $137 and $139 on Frontier and Delta, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Virginia to Sacramento consider Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Sacramento Intl, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Sacramento Intl or Raleigh-Durham - Sacramento Intl as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Virginia 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 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$150Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$308Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$314Average$542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$426Average$558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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