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$81+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Atlanta (SMF - ATL)

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SMF — ATL
Mar 30 — Apr 61
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson are usually found in August or September, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Sunday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Atlanta (ATL). 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 March 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$225
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$81
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$553
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From Sacramento Intl to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
One-way flight from Sacramento Intl to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($65 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025

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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Atlanta
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This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Tue 4/156:41 pmSMF - ATL
1 stop15h 20mSpirit Airlines
Sun 4/207:44 pmATL - SMF
1 stop15h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/23$225
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/137:37 pmSMF - ATL
1 stop7h 23mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/197:16 amATL - SMF
1 stop6h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/22$237
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/1611:56 amSMF - ATL
1 stop14h 43mFrontier
Sun 5/187:16 amATL - SMF
1 stop6h 50mFrontier
Deal found 3/24$300
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Sun 5/255:00 amSMF - ATL
1 stop7h 07mAlaska Airlines
Wed 5/285:56 pmATL - SMF
1 stop8h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/24$330
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Sun 5/257:10 amSMF - ATL
1 stop9h 50mSouthwest
Wed 5/288:10 amATL - SMF
2 stops8h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 3/24$342
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Wed 4/305:40 amSMF - ATL
2 stops8h 51mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/55:55 amATL - SMF
1 stop7h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$348
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Wed 7/236:00 amSMF - ATL
1 stop9h 31mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 7/266:11 pmATL - SMF
1 stop8h 14mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/24$397
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 6/611:00 pmSMF - ATL
Nonstop4h 29mDelta
Sat 6/147:00 amATL - SMF
1 stop14h 28mDelta
Deal found 3/24$418
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 4/156:50 amSMF - ATL
2 stops11h 27mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/204:30 pmATL - SMF
1 stop9h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/23$442

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Atlanta that are best for you.

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SacramentoAtlanta

SMF - ATL

SMFATL

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/15

6:41 pm-1:01 pm

1 stop15h 20m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 4/20

7:44 pm-8:33 am

1 stop15h 49m

$225

SacramentoAtlanta

SMF - ATL

SMFATL

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/13

7:37 pm-6:00 am

1 stop7h 23m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 5/19

7:16 am-11:06 am

1 stop6h 50m

$237

SacramentoAtlanta

SMF - ATL

SMFATL

Sacramento Intl

Fri 5/16

11:56 am-5:39 am

1 stop14h 43m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 5/18

7:16 am-11:06 am

1 stop6h 50m

$300

SacramentoAtlanta

SMF - ATL

SMFATL

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/25

5:00 am-3:07 pm

1 stop7h 07m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 5/28

5:56 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$330

SacramentoAtlanta

SMF - ATL

SMFATL

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/25

7:10 am-8:00 pm

1 stop9h 50m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 5/28

8:10 am-1:50 pm

2 stops8h 40m

$342

SacramentoAtlanta

SMF - ATL

SMFATL

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/30

5:40 am-5:31 pm

2 stops8h 51m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 5/5

5:55 am-10:33 am

1 stop7h 38m

$348

SacramentoAtlanta

SMF - ATL

SMFATL

Sacramento Intl

Wed 7/23

6:00 am-6:31 pm

1 stop9h 31m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 7/26

6:11 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$397

SacramentoAtlanta

SMF - ATL

SMFATL

Sacramento Intl

Fri 6/6

11:00 pm-6:29 am

Nonstop4h 29m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 6/14

7:00 am-6:28 pm

1 stop14h 28m

$418

SacramentoAtlanta

SMF - ATL

SMFATL

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/15

6:50 am-9:17 pm

2 stops11h 27m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 4/20

4:30 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop9h 14m

$442

SacramentoAtlanta

SMF - ATL

SMFATL

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/12

7:37 pm-6:00 am

1 stop7h 23m

$81

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sacramento to Atlanta in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Atlanta flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Atlanta flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Atlanta flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Atlanta flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Sacramento-Atlanta flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Atlanta

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sacramento to Atlanta?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Atlanta. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Sacramento to Atlanta may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 66 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Atlanta (average of $190). Flying from Sacramento to Atlanta in March is currently the most expensive (average of $251). 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 ATL?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to Atlanta. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 25, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Sacramento to Atlanta at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 58% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Atlanta. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Sacramento to Atlanta

Explore weekly flight availability from Sacramento to Atlanta. 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 March 25, 2025.

The most flights from SMF to ATL are scheduled on a Monday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

Rainfall in Atlanta by month

Plan your trip to Atlanta by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Atlanta ranges from 3.4 - 5.3 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.3 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Atlanta when rainfall is around 3.4 in.

Temperature in Atlanta by month

Plan your trip to Atlanta by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Atlanta, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 42.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Atlanta

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Atlanta. 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 Atlanta. Reviews last updated March 25, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Sacramento to Atlanta. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento to Atlanta. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve Atlanta from Sacramento?

    Although Sacramento is the capital of California, it is not a very large city in California or the United States. The airport in Sacramento is called Sacramento International Airport and it is 10 miles northwest of downtown Sacramento. Although it is not a very large airport compared to some of the other airports in the state, it can still provide you with a flight plan to Atlanta. When you arrive in Atlanta at the airport, you will arrive at the Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL), which is the only airport that you are able to arrive at in Atlanta. The flight is cross country, and the time it takes depends on whether you choose a direct flight or an indirect flight.

  • What airlines fly directly from Sacramento to Atlanta?

    There are a few airlines that fly directly from Sacramento to Atlanta. One of these airlines is Delta. Delta is a major airline in the United States and is one of the airlines that offers the most direct flights often. Your flight is from the northern United States to the southern United States, so the flight will be longer than some other flights available in the United States. The direct flight with Delta will run you, on average, 4h 30min. Some of the other airlines that fly from Sacramento to Atlanta are Frontier, Spirit, United, and American Airlines. The airline you choose to go with will determine whether the flight is direct or indirect, and furthermore, will also determine where the layovers will be. The flight times for indirect flights span from 6h 30min to 14h 45min. It is important to consider various factors like whether a flight is direct or indirect, the journey time, the layover location, and the airline when choosing a flight.

  • What are the layover options between Sacramento and Atlanta?

    There are a lot of flights available that can take you from Sacramento to Atlanta. Some of the stops are Los Angeles, Denver, Phoenix, Dallas/Fort Worth, and Seattle. Some locations, like Seattle, are not in between the two locations, Sacramento and Atlanta, so you should choose the flight which is most convenient for you. Even though Seattle is not between Sacramento and Atlanta, the journey time is less than some of the other flights that do have a layover in between. Be vigilant and find the flight which suits you best.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Sacramento to Atlanta?

    The flight from Sacramento to Atlanta is a domestic one, so naturally, you will not need a visa to enter Atlanta. However, it would be smart to keep your passport on you as you will be asked to produce this at the airport.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Sacramento to Atlanta?

    If you book a flight from Sacramento to Atlanta, you will be flying from Sacramento Intl to Hartsfield-Jackson. Flights to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) from Sacramento Intl (SMF) take 4h 23m for a nonstop flight. There are 12 flights from Sacramento Intl to Atlanta per day from 7 airlines.

  • How popular is this Sacramento to Atlanta flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sacramento to Atlanta round-trip?

    Spirit Airlines, at $225, was found to be the cheapest airline from Sacramento to Atlanta.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Frontier and Alaska Airlines. Spirit Airlines is priced at 57% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sacramento to Atlanta 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 $149 and $161 on Frontier and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Sacramento to Atlanta consider choosing Air France (95%), Scandinavian Airlines (95%) or LATAM Airlines (95%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Atlanta?

    While on average a flight from Sacramento to Atlanta is generally $1,221, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $149. When looking at the most popular route, (Sacramento Intl - Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson), you can expect to pay $185 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Atlanta (average of $190). Flying from Sacramento to Atlanta in March is currently the most expensive (average of $251). 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 7 airlines flying from Sacramento to Atlanta

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Atlanta. 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 March 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$130Average$194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$157Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$248Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$249Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$295Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$366Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$519Average$699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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