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$80+ Cheap flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento (ABQ - SMF)

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ABQ — SMF
Mar 30 — Apr 61
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Cheap flight deals from Albuquerque to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Albuquerque (ABQ) to Sacramento (SMF). 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

$285
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$80
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$364
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Cheapest flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Albuquerque to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 25, 2025.

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 4/161:31 pmABQ - SMF
1 stop9h 48mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/226:20 amSMF - ABQ
1 stop10h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$285
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.
Mon 4/216:59 pmABQ - SMF
1 stop5h 30mDelta
Mon 4/285:14 pmSMF - ABQ
1 stop4h 52mDelta
Deal found 3/24$297
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/117:00 amABQ - SMF
2 stops7h 46mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/174:10 pmSMF - ABQ
1 stop4h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/24$302
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/205:55 pmABQ - SMF
1 stop4h 50mSouthwest
Tue 6/103:30 pmSMF - ABQ
2 stops6h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 3/23$333
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/411:06 amABQ - SMF
3 stops24h 48mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/711:49 amSMF - ABQ
1 stop24h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$425
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/252:11 pmABQ - SMF
1 stop6h 29mSpirit Airlines
Mon 3/317:00 pmSMF - ABQ
1 stop17h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/24$464

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Albuquerque 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 March 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Albuquerque

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Sacramento

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Price

AlbuquerqueSacramento

ABQ - SMF

ABQSMF

Albuquerque

Wed 4/16

1:31 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop9h 48m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/22

6:20 am-5:37 pm

1 stop10h 17m

$285

AlbuquerqueSacramento

ABQ - SMF

ABQSMF

Albuquerque

Mon 4/21

6:59 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 4/28

5:14 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop4h 52m

$297

AlbuquerqueSacramento

ABQ - SMF

ABQSMF

Albuquerque

Wed 6/11

7:00 am-1:46 pm

2 stops7h 46m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/17

4:10 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop4h 48m

$302

AlbuquerqueSacramento

ABQ - SMF

ABQSMF

Albuquerque

Tue 5/20

5:55 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/10

3:30 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops6h 40m

$333

AlbuquerqueSacramento

ABQ - SMF

ABQSMF

Albuquerque

Fri 4/4

11:06 am-10:54 am

3 stops24h 48m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 4/7

11:49 am-1:16 pm

1 stop24h 27m

$425

AlbuquerqueSacramento

ABQ - SMF

ABQSMF

Albuquerque

Thu 5/1

1:42 pm-6:29 pm

1 stop5h 47m

$80

AlbuquerqueSacramento

ABQ - SMF

ABQSMF

Albuquerque

Mon 4/14

1:31 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop9h 48m

$148

AlbuquerqueSacramento

ABQ - SMF

ABQSMF

Albuquerque

Sat 6/7

5:30 am-8:56 am

1 stop4h 26m

$149

AlbuquerqueSacramento

ABQ - SMF

ABQSMF

Albuquerque

Tue 4/15

6:05 am-10:35 am

2 stops5h 30m

$154

AlbuquerqueSacramento

ABQ - SMF

ABQSMF

Albuquerque

Mon 5/5

4:38 pm-9:01 am

2 stops17h 23m

$172

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Compare providers for flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Albuquerque to Sacramento in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Albuquerque-Sacramento flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Albuquerque-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Albuquerque-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Albuquerque-Sacramento 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 Albuquerque-Sacramento 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 Albuquerque to Sacramento

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sacramento from Albuquerque with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albuquerque to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Albuquerque to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $441). 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 ABQ to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Albuquerque 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 March 25, 2025.

When flying from Albuquerque to Sacramento, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 28% versus a flight in the evening.

Rainfall in Sacramento by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sacramento ranges from 0.0 - 3.6 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Sacramento when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Sacramento by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sacramento, 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 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

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 March 25, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,890 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,605 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight from Albuquerque to Sacramento, you will be flying from Albuquerque to Sacramento Intl. Flights to Sacramento Intl (SMF) from Albuquerque (ABQ) take 5h 24m for a nonstop flight. There is 1 flight from Albuquerque to Sacramento per day from 4 airlines.

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($285), Delta ($297), and United Airlines ($302) offers the cheapest pricing from Albuquerque to Sacramento. You may be able to fly from Albuquerque to Sacramento for 17% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $80 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $148 and $149, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albuquerque to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Albuquerque to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $441). 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 4 airlines flying from Albuquerque to Sacramento

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Albuquerque 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 March 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$113Average$169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$292Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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