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$73+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Salinas, CA, CA

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 10/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — SFO
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Salinas

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sacramento to Salinas flight deals. Data was last updated September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$143
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$73
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$239
From Sacramento Intl to Salinas
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Salinas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Salinas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/89:10 amSMF - SFO
1 stop11h 00mFrontier
Wed 11/195:28 pmSFO - SMF
1 stop21h 54mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$143
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/89:10 amSMF - SFO
1 stop11h 00mFrontier
Sun 11/1610:28 amSFO - SMF
1 stop23h 59mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$144
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/96:16 pmSMF - SFO
1 stop16h 39mFrontier
Thu 11/65:45 amSFO - SMF
1 stop11h 46mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$145
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/96:16 pmSMF - SFO
1 stop20h 14mFrontier
Sun 11/1610:28 amSFO - SMF
1 stop23h 59mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$146
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/66:16 pmSMF - SFO
1 stop21h 13mFrontier
Wed 11/195:28 pmSFO - SMF
1 stop21h 54mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$162
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/52:54 pmSMF - SFO
1 stop7h 07mAlaska Airlines
Mon 11/177:00 amSFO - SMF
1 stop15h 53mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/15$163
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/712:58 pmSMF - SFO
1 stop7h 12mFrontier
Wed 11/195:28 pmSFO - SMF
1 stop21h 54mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$167
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/712:58 pmSMF - SFO
1 stop7h 12mFrontier
Sun 11/1610:28 amSFO - SMF
1 stop23h 59mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$169
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/85:35 pmSMF - SFO
1 stop4h 20mAlaska Airlines
Tue 11/187:00 amSFO - SMF
1 stop26h 54mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/15$173
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 12/57:00 amSMF - SFO
1 stop16h 48mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/77:00 amSFO - SMF
1 stop26h 57mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/16$178
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 10/82:31 pmSMF - SFO
Nonstop1h 04mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/128:40 amSFO - SMF
Nonstop1h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$179
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.
Mon 11/312:58 pmSMF - SFO
1 stop7h 12mFrontier
Fri 11/149:29 amSFO - SMF
1 stop22h 51mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$180

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to Salinas 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 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Salinas that are best for you.

Fly from

Sacramento

Fly to

Salinas

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoSan Francisco

SMF - SFO

SMFSFO

Sacramento Intl

Tue 11/11

10:31 am-10:01 pm

1 stop11h 30m

San Francisco

Wed 11/19

7:00 am-10:53 pm

1 stop15h 53m

$163

SacramentoSan Francisco

SMF - SFO

SMFSFO

Sacramento Intl

Wed 11/5

2:54 pm-10:01 pm

1 stop7h 07m

San Francisco

Mon 11/17

7:00 am-10:53 pm

1 stop15h 53m

$163

SacramentoSan Francisco

SMF - SFO

SMFSFO

Sacramento Intl

Tue 11/11

7:00 am-10:01 pm

1 stop15h 01m

San Francisco

Tue 11/18

7:00 am-9:54 am

1 stop26h 54m

$163

SacramentoSan Francisco

SMF - SFO

SMFSFO

Sacramento Intl

Sat 11/8

5:35 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop4h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 11/18

7:00 am-9:54 am

1 stop26h 54m

$173

SacramentoSan Francisco

SMF - SFO

SMFSFO

Sacramento Intl

Mon 11/10

7:09 pm-7:47 pm

1 stop24h 38m

San Francisco

Mon 11/17

7:00 am-10:53 pm

1 stop15h 53m

$173

SacramentoSan Francisco

SMF - SFO

SMFSFO

Sacramento Intl

Mon 11/10

7:09 pm-7:47 pm

1 stop24h 38m

San Francisco

Tue 11/18

7:00 am-10:53 pm

1 stop15h 53m

$173

SacramentoSan Francisco

SMF - SFO

SMFSFO

Sacramento Intl

Tue 12/9

7:00 am-8:06 am

1 stop25h 06m

San Francisco

Sat 12/13

11:36 am-7:04 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$173

SacramentoSan Francisco

SMF - SFO

SMFSFO

Sacramento Intl

Fri 12/5

7:00 am-11:48 pm

1 stop16h 48m

San Francisco

Sun 12/7

7:00 am-9:57 am

1 stop26h 57m

$178

SacramentoSan Francisco

SMF - SFO

SMFSFO

Sacramento Intl

Mon 11/24

10:40 am-11:44 am

Nonstop1h 04m

San Francisco

Sat 11/29

6:45 pm-7:41 pm

Nonstop0h 56m

$179

SacramentoSan Francisco

SMF - SFO

SMFSFO

Sacramento Intl

Sat 11/8

2:26 pm-3:30 pm

Nonstop1h 04m

San Francisco

Tue 11/18

6:45 pm-7:41 pm

Nonstop0h 56m

$179

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Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Salinas

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from Sacramento to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 SMF to S9N?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to Salinas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

When flying from Sacramento to Salinas, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Salinas. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sacramento to Salinas flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Sacramento to Salinas

Explore weekly flight availability from Sacramento to Salinas. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

The most flights from SMF to S9N are scheduled on a Monday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Salinas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salinas. 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 Salinas. Reviews last updated September 17, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines from Sacramento to Salinas. 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
8,926 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Simon,Jun 2024

LAS - LAX

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Simon,Jun 2024

LAS - LAX

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento to Salinas. 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 from for flights from Sacramento to Salinas?

    Sacramento Intl (SMF), located 9.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Sacramento to Salinas. 3 airlines have flights from Sacramento Intl to Salinas on a regular basis. Booking flights from Sacramento Intl to Salinas should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 18 outbound flights to Salinas per day.

  • How popular is this Sacramento to Salinas flight route?

    Within the past month, 45 users have taken a look at flights from Sacramento Intl to Salinas.

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to Salinas?

    There are many flights that can get you from Sacramento to Salinas in 11h 30m. Fly via Alaska Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Sacramento and Salinas is about 86 mi.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Sacramento to Salinas?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Sacramento to Salinas consider choosing Air New Zealand (67%), Lufthansa (64%) or SkyWest Airlines (63%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Salinas?

    The cheapest flight price from Sacramento to Salinas is $133. On average you can expect to pay $1,066. The most popular route, (Sacramento Intl - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $179.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from Sacramento to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 Sacramento to Salinas

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Salinas. 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 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$138Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$249Average$571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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