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$59+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Long Beach (SMF - LGB)

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SMF — LGB
Feb 25 — Mar 41
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The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Long Beach Municipal are usually found in January or September, booked 16 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Long Beach

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Long Beach (LGB). 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 February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$117
(Southwest)

One-way from

$59
(Southwest)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$258
Provider with most accurate pricing for Sacramento Intl-Long Beach Municipal flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Sacramento Intl-Long Beach Municipal flights.
From Sacramento Intl to Long Beach Municipal
One-way flight from Sacramento Intl to Long Beach Municipal
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($65 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Long Beach
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Long Beach. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Thu 3/66:30 amSMF - LGB
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Thu 3/65:25 pmLGB - SMF
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$117
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Sat 3/225:10 pmSMF - LGB
1 stop4h 35mDelta
Tue 3/257:10 amLGB - SMF
1 stop5h 20mDelta
Deal found 2/18$259
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 3/67:00 amSMF - LGB
1 stop13h 45mAlaska Airlines
Mon 3/109:10 amLGB - SMF
1 stop13h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/18$687
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/69:15 amSMF - LGB
1 stop34h 30mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 3/108:00 amLGB - SMF
1 stop13h 10mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/19$689

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Sacramento

Fly to

Long Beach

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoLong Beach

SMF - LGB

SMFLGB

Sacramento Intl

Thu 3/6

6:30 am-7:55 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Long Beach Municipal

Thu 3/6

5:25 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$117

SacramentoLong Beach

SMF - LGB

SMFLGB

Sacramento Intl

Sat 3/22

5:10 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop4h 35m

Long Beach Municipal

Tue 3/25

7:10 am-12:30 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$259

SacramentoLong Beach

SMF - LGB

SMFLGB

Sacramento Intl

Thu 3/6

7:00 am-8:45 pm

1 stop13h 45m

Long Beach Municipal

Mon 3/10

9:10 am-10:20 pm

1 stop13h 10m

$687

SacramentoLong Beach

SMF - LGB

SMFLGB

Sacramento Intl

Thu 3/6

9:15 am-7:45 pm

1 stop34h 30m

Long Beach Municipal

Mon 3/10

8:00 am-9:10 pm

1 stop13h 10m

$689

SacramentoLong Beach

SMF - LGB

SMFLGB

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/1

9:05 am-10:30 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$59

SacramentoLong Beach

SMF - LGB

SMFLGB

Sacramento Intl

Sat 4/19

6:00 am-12:22 pm

1 stop6h 22m

$89

SacramentoLong Beach

SMF - LGB

SMFLGB

Sacramento Intl

Fri 3/7

7:00 am-8:45 pm

1 stop13h 45m

$344

SacramentoLong Beach

SMF - LGB

SMFLGB

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/31

7:00 am-7:50 pm

1 stop12h 50m

$373

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Deals found on 2/19

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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 Long Beach in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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-Long Beach flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Long Beach flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Long Beach flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Long Beach 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-Long Beach flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Sacramento to Long Beach

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Sacramento to Long Beach including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Long Beach. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sacramento to Long Beach, you should look to book at least 16 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 Sacramento to Long Beach?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Long Beach (average of $306). Flying from Sacramento to Long Beach in July is currently the most expensive (average of $454). 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 LGB?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to Long Beach. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

When flying from Sacramento to Long Beach, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 26% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sacramento to Long Beach?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Long Beach. Price data was last updated on February 16, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Long Beach by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Long Beach ranges from 0.0 - 3.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.0 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Long Beach when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Long Beach by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Long Beach, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 55.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Long Beach

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Long Beach. 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 Long Beach. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sacramento to Long Beach, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

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

    To fly from Sacramento to Long Beach, you need to book a flight from Sacramento Intl (SMF) to Long Beach Municipal (LGB). Nonstop flights to Long Beach Municipal from Sacramento Intl take 1h 25m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 3 outbound flights from Sacramento Intl to Long Beach Municipal offered by 3 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Sacramento to Long Beach flight route?

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

    Flying on Southwest is currently your cheapest option to Long Beach, with prices starting at $117. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and Alaska Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $259 and $687, respectively. Southwest is priced at 60% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Southwest, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $59. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Sacramento to Long Beach for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Long Beach?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $68. While the most popular route (Sacramento Intl - Long Beach Municipal) can be booked for $117 on average our data indicates $257 when flying from Sacramento to Long Beach.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to Long Beach?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to Long Beach 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 Long Beach?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Long Beach (average of $306). Flying from Sacramento to Long Beach in July is currently the most expensive (average of $454). 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 Long Beach

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$29Average$75FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$153Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$177Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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