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$172+ Cheap flights from Buffalo to Sacramento (BUF - SMF)

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 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUF — SMF
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Thu 2/27
Thu 3/6
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The best prices from Buffalo to Sacramento Intl are usually found in October or February, booked 21 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Buffalo to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Buffalo (BUF) 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 February 22, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$343
(Delta)

One-way from

$172
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$399
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Cheapest flights from Buffalo to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Buffalo to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 22, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 3/106:00 amBUF - SMF
1 stop8h 10mDelta
Thu 3/1310:00 pmSMF - BUF
1 stop10h 12mDelta
Deal found 2/21$343
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/26:43 amBUF - SMF
1 stop9h 46mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/711:23 amSMF - BUF
1 stop8h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/22$368
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 3/113:10 pmBUF - SMF
1 stop9h 15mSouthwest
Fri 3/143:05 pmSMF - BUF
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 2/21$410
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 3/1110:30 amBUF - SMF
3 stops15h 00mUnited Airlines
Fri 3/146:25 pmSMF - BUF
2 stops12h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$507
This JetBlue Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 JetBlue Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/211:50 pmBUF - SMF
1 stop9h 41mJetBlue
Mon 5/2611:25 pmSMF - BUF
1 stop11h 45mJetBlue
Deal found 2/21$533
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 5/210:16 amBUF - SMF
2 stops11h 44mAlaska Airlines
Wed 5/72:50 pmSMF - BUF
3 stops18h 53mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/21$3,872

Find flights from Buffalo to Sacramento within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Buffalo 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 February 22, 2025.

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Buffalo

Fly to

Sacramento

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Depart

Return

Price

BuffaloSacramento

BUF - SMF

BUFSMF

Buffalo

Mon 3/10

6:00 am-11:10 am

1 stop8h 10m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 3/13

10:00 pm-11:12 am

1 stop10h 12m

$343

BuffaloSacramento

BUF - SMF

BUFSMF

Buffalo

Fri 5/2

6:43 am-1:29 pm

1 stop9h 46m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/7

11:23 am-11:22 pm

1 stop8h 59m

$368

BuffaloSacramento

BUF - SMF

BUFSMF

Buffalo

Tue 3/11

3:10 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop9h 15m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 3/14

3:05 pm-12:55 am

1 stop6h 50m

$410

BuffaloSacramento

BUF - SMF

BUFSMF

Buffalo

Tue 3/11

10:30 am-10:30 pm

3 stops15h 00m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 3/14

6:25 pm-9:52 am

2 stops12h 27m

$507

BuffaloSacramento

BUF - SMF

BUFSMF

Buffalo

Wed 5/21

1:50 pm-8:31 pm

1 stop9h 41m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/26

11:25 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop11h 45m

$533

BuffaloSacramento

BUF - SMF

BUFSMF

Buffalo

Fri 5/2

10:16 am-7:00 pm

2 stops11h 44m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/7

2:50 pm-12:43 pm

3 stops18h 53m

$3,872

BuffaloSacramento

BUF - SMF

BUFSMF

Buffalo

Mon 5/12

7:32 pm-12:31 am

1 stop7h 59m

$172

BuffaloSacramento

BUF - SMF

BUFSMF

Buffalo

Thu 3/27

7:55 am-4:35 pm

1 stop11h 40m

$177

BuffaloSacramento

BUF - SMF

BUFSMF

Buffalo

Sun 3/23

5:52 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$259

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Deals found on 2/20

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

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Travel insights for flights from Buffalo to Sacramento

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

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Buffalo to Sacramento may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 20 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 Buffalo to Sacramento?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Buffalo to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $449). 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 BUF to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Buffalo 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 February 22, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Buffalo to Sacramento is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 8% on airfare.

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 February 22, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,702 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

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

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,068 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,754 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

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 Buffalo to Sacramento. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Buffalo to Sacramento is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $343 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Southwest, starting at $368 and $410 round-trip. Delta is 29% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $172. Southwest flights start at $177 while deals on United Airlines start at $259 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Buffalo to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $449). 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 Buffalo to Sacramento

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Buffalo 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 February 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$300Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$323Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$337Average$534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$362Average$519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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