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$159+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to South Dakota

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 10/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — FSD
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to South Dakota

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sacramento to South Dakota flight deals. Data was last updated September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$259
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$159
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$358
From Sacramento Intl to South Dakota
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to South Dakota
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to South Dakota. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/74:07 pmSMF - RAP
1 stop5h 05mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/145:30 amRAP - SMF
1 stop5h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$259
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.
Tue 9/305:00 amSMF - RAP
1 stop4h 57mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/411:15 amRAP - SMF
1 stop4h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 9/1612:12 pmSMF - FSD
1 stop8h 50mDelta
Sat 9/204:08 pmFSD - SMF
1 stop6h 22mDelta
Deal found 9/13$343
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/252:05 pmSMF - FSD
1 stop6h 39mDelta
Tue 9/302:32 pmFSD - SMF
1 stop7h 58mDelta
Deal found 9/14$349
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.
Fri 10/34:07 pmSMF - RAP
1 stop5h 05mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/64:35 pmRAP - SMF
1 stop6h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$354
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.
Thu 11/65:00 amSMF - RAP
1 stop5h 05mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/106:00 pmRAP - SMF
1 stop5h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$360
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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.
Fri 9/192:05 pmSMF - FSD
1 stop6h 39mDelta
Tue 9/232:32 pmFSD - SMF
1 stop7h 58mDelta
Deal found 9/12$361
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Fri 11/214:00 pmSMF - FSD
1 stop5h 44mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/241:47 pmFSD - SMF
2 stops8h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/13$371
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 10/1512:54 pmSMF - RAP
1 stop6h 40mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/238:30 amRAP - SMF
1 stop7h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$378
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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.
Fri 9/192:05 pmSMF - FSD
1 stop6h 39mDelta
Mon 9/222:32 pmFSD - SMF
1 stop7h 58mDelta
Deal found 9/12$379
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 9/182:05 pmSMF - FSD
1 stop6h 39mDelta
Tue 9/232:32 pmFSD - SMF
1 stop7h 58mDelta
Deal found 9/12$391

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to South Dakota 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 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to South Dakota that are best for you.

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Sacramento

Fly to

South Dakota

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Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoRapid City

SMF - RAP

SMFRAP

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/7

5:00 am-10:57 am

1 stop4h 57m

Rapid City

Tue 10/14

5:30 am-9:39 am

1 stop5h 09m

$259

SacramentoRapid City

SMF - RAP

SMFRAP

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/8

10:34 am-6:40 pm

2 stops7h 06m

Rapid City

Wed 10/15

5:30 am-9:39 am

1 stop5h 09m

$264

SacramentoRapid City

SMF - RAP

SMFRAP

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/30

5:00 am-10:57 am

1 stop4h 57m

Rapid City

Sat 10/4

11:15 am-3:02 pm

1 stop4h 47m

$289

SacramentoRapid City

SMF - RAP

SMFRAP

Sacramento Intl

Sat 3/7

5:25 am-11:13 am

1 stop4h 48m

Rapid City

Tue 3/10

5:48 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop5h 48m

$339

SacramentoSioux Falls

SMF - FSD

SMFFSD

Sacramento Intl

Fri 3/6

2:15 pm-3:33 pm

2 stops23h 18m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Tue 3/10

1:20 pm-8:31 pm

1 stop9h 11m

$347

SacramentoSioux Falls

SMF - FSD

SMFFSD

Sacramento Intl

Thu 9/25

2:05 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Tue 9/30

2:32 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$349

SacramentoSioux Falls

SMF - FSD

SMFFSD

Sacramento Intl

Fri 3/6

12:55 pm-8:46 pm

1 stop5h 51m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Tue 3/10

5:00 pm-8:47 pm

1 stop5h 47m

$349

SacramentoRapid City

SMF - RAP

SMFRAP

Sacramento Intl

Fri 10/3

10:34 am-8:34 pm

2 stops9h 00m

Rapid City

Mon 10/6

4:35 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$359

SacramentoSioux Falls

SMF - FSD

SMFFSD

Sacramento Intl

Fri 11/21

4:00 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop5h 44m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 11/24

8:57 am-8:38 pm

2 stops13h 41m

$421

SacramentoSioux Falls

SMF - FSD

SMFFSD

Sacramento Intl

Fri 11/21

12:57 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop8h 34m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 11/24

6:30 am-1:44 pm

1 stop9h 14m

$437

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to South Dakota (average of $334). Flying from Sacramento to South Dakota in December is currently the most expensive (average of $446). 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 SD?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to South Dakota. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 15, 2025.

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

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Reviews of airlines servicing South Dakota

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Dakota. 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 South Dakota. Reviews last updated September 15, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Sacramento to South Dakota to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sacramento to South Dakota?

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

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to South Dakota?

    A quick flight from Sacramento to South Dakota can take about 4h 57m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $259. The distance between Sacramento and South Dakota is about 1026 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to South Dakota 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 South Dakota?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to South Dakota (average of $334). Flying from Sacramento to South Dakota in December is currently the most expensive (average of $446). 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 South Dakota

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to South Dakota. 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 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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