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$37+ Cheap flights from California to Sacramento (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 5/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SMF
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
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Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

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Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$58
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$37
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$192
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Cheapest flights from California to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Sat 5/175:05 pmLAS - SMF
Nonstop1h 37mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/2010:41 amSMF - LAS
Nonstop1h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/16$58
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/210:42 amLAS - SMF
Nonstop1h 46mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/37:34 pmSMF - LAS
Nonstop1h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$93
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 6/269:55 amLAS - SMF
Nonstop1h 39mDelta
Sun 6/2912:14 pmSMF - LAS
Nonstop1h 32mDelta
Deal found 4/16$97
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/88:45 amBUR - SMF
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Thu 5/82:45 pmSMF - BUR
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 4/16$97
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/110:42 amLAS - SMF
Nonstop1h 46mFrontier
Mon 5/51:18 pmSMF - LAS
Nonstop1h 26mFrontier
Deal found 4/16$100
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Fri 5/305:00 pmLAS - SMF
1 stop3h 25mSouthwest
Sun 6/18:20 amSMF - LAS
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 4/16$103
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Sat 5/38:05 amBUR - SMF
1 stop3h 47mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/710:41 amSMF - BUR
1 stop11h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/17$105
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 4/296:15 amSAN - SMF
1 stop5h 24mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/296:41 pmSMF - SAN
1 stop6h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/16$112
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Mon 5/1910:10 pmLAX - SMF
1 stop11h 36mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/2110:41 amSMF - LAX
1 stop3h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/17$116
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/86:10 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 27mDelta
Sun 5/1110:04 amSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 35mDelta
Deal found 4/16$119
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Sun 6/221:09 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Sun 6/225:08 pmSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Deal found 4/17$133
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Wed 5/77:40 pmLGB - SMF
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Sun 5/117:05 amSMF - LGB
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 4/16$147

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 April 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Sacramento that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

Sacramento

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasSacramento

LAS - SMF

LASSMF

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 5/17

5:05 pm-6:42 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/20

10:41 am-12:12 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$58

Las VegasSacramento

LAS - SMF

LASSMF

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 5/2

10:42 am-12:28 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/3

7:34 pm-9:02 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

$93

Las VegasSacramento

LAS - SMF

LASSMF

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 6/26

9:55 am-11:34 am

Nonstop1h 39m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 6/29

12:14 pm-1:46 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$97

BurbankSacramento

BUR - SMF

BURSMF

Burbank Bob Hope

Thu 5/8

8:45 am-10:05 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 5/8

2:45 pm-4:00 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$97

Las VegasSacramento

LAS - SMF

LASSMF

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 5/1

10:42 am-12:28 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/5

1:18 pm-2:44 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

$100

Las VegasSacramento

LAS - SMF

LASSMF

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 5/30

5:00 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop3h 25m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 6/1

8:20 am-9:50 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$103

BurbankSacramento

BUR - SMF

BURSMF

Burbank Bob Hope

Sat 5/3

8:05 am-11:52 am

1 stop3h 47m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/7

10:41 am-9:58 pm

1 stop11h 17m

$105

San DiegoSacramento

SAN - SMF

SANSMF

San Diego

Tue 4/29

6:15 am-11:39 am

1 stop5h 24m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/29

6:41 pm-12:42 am

1 stop6h 01m

$112

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

Mon 5/19

10:10 pm-9:46 am

1 stop11h 36m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/21

10:41 am-2:06 pm

1 stop3h 25m

$116

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

Thu 5/8

6:10 pm-7:37 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/11

10:04 am-11:39 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$119

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Best time to book a flight from California to Sacramento

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sacramento from California with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Sacramento

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from California to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $433). 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 CA to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 April 17, 2025.

When flying from California to Sacramento, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from California to Sacramento

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Sacramento. 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 April 17, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to SMF are scheduled on a Thursday (78 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (42 on average).

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 April 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from California to Sacramento have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,380 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Sacramento from California?

    Located just 9.4 mi from the city center, Sacramento Intl (SMF) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Sacramento from California.

  • How popular is this California to Sacramento flight route?

    The California to Sacramento Intl flight path was viewed by 90 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $37. Delta flights start at $49 while deals on Southwest start at $49 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Sacramento?

    Most travelers choose Los Angeles - Sacramento Intl, Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Sacramento Intl or Burbank Bob Hope - Sacramento Intl when deciding on the best route from California to Sacramento.

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

    Before booking your flight to Sacramento from California, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Frontier (98%), ITA Airways (97%), Scandinavian Airlines( 94%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Sacramento?

    On average you can expect to pay $140 for a flight from California to Sacramento. The cheapest flight overall is $48 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Sacramento Intl) is currently priced at $119.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from California to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $433). 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 8 airlines flying from California to Sacramento

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from California 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 April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$36Average$91FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$53Average$147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$86Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$88Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$97Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$117Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$127Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$137Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%

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