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$126+ Cheap flights from Charlotte to Sacramento (CLT - 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 5/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CLT — SMF
Apr 16 — Apr 231
Wed 4/16
Wed 4/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Charlotte Douglas to Sacramento Intl are usually found in November or September, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Charlotte to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Charlotte (CLT) 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 April 11, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$267
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$126
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$417
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Cheapest flights from Charlotte to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Charlotte to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 11, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/225:27 pmCLT - SMF
1 stop20h 56mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/287:37 pmSMF - CLT
2 stops12h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/9$267
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Thu 5/225:27 pmCLT - SMF
1 stop20h 56mFrontier
Mon 5/2612:13 pmSMF - CLT
1 stop25h 19mFrontier
Deal found 4/10$270
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 6/142:15 pmCLT - SMF
1 stop7h 21mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/177:37 pmSMF - CLT
1 stop14h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/10$274
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 5/74:25 pmCLT - SMF
1 stop8h 45mSouthwest
Sun 5/111:45 pmSMF - CLT
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 4/10$323
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 8/1210:29 amCLT - SMF
2 stops10h 03mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/97:00 amSMF - CLT
1 stop7h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/10$344
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 5/216:35 pmCLT - SMF
Nonstop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/2710:09 pmSMF - CLT
Nonstop4h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/10$397
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. 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 5/295:45 pmCLT - SMF
1 stop8h 54mDelta
Sun 6/16:00 amSMF - CLT
1 stop8h 28mDelta
Deal found 4/11$417
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. 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.
Sat 4/124:51 pmCLT - SMF
1 stop9h 06mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/151:57 pmSMF - CLT
2 stops12h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/11$574

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Charlotte 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 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Charlotte to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Charlotte

Fly to

Sacramento

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CharlotteSacramento

CLT - SMF

CLTSMF

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 5/22

5:27 pm-11:23 am

1 stop20h 56m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/28

7:37 pm-11:03 am

2 stops12h 26m

$267

CharlotteSacramento

CLT - SMF

CLTSMF

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 5/22

5:27 pm-11:23 am

1 stop20h 56m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/26

12:13 pm-4:32 pm

1 stop25h 19m

$270

CharlotteSacramento

CLT - SMF

CLTSMF

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 6/14

2:15 pm-6:36 pm

1 stop7h 21m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/17

7:37 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop14h 33m

$274

CharlotteSacramento

CLT - SMF

CLTSMF

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 5/7

4:25 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/11

1:45 pm-12:15 am

1 stop7h 30m

$323

CharlotteSacramento

CLT - SMF

CLTSMF

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 8/12

10:29 am-5:32 pm

2 stops10h 03m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/9

7:00 am-5:07 pm

1 stop7h 07m

$344

CharlotteSacramento

CLT - SMF

CLTSMF

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 5/21

6:35 pm-8:56 pm

Nonstop5h 21m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/27

10:09 pm-6:00 am

Nonstop4h 51m

$397

CharlotteSacramento

CLT - SMF

CLTSMF

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 5/29

5:45 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop8h 54m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 6/1

6:00 am-5:28 pm

1 stop8h 28m

$417

CharlotteSacramento

CLT - SMF

CLTSMF

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 5/15

5:06 pm-11:06 am

1 stop21h 00m

$126

CharlotteSacramento

CLT - SMF

CLTSMF

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 5/24

5:14 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$154

CharlotteSacramento

CLT - SMF

CLTSMF

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 5/15

9:02 pm-1:44 pm

2 stops19h 42m

$170

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Compare providers for flights from Charlotte 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 Charlotte to Sacramento in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 Charlotte-Sacramento flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Charlotte-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Charlotte-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Charlotte-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 Charlotte-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 Charlotte to Sacramento

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Charlotte to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on April 4, 2025.

Booking 62 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Charlotte to Sacramento. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Charlotte 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 CLT to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Charlotte 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 11, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Charlotte to Sacramento in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 15% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Charlotte to Sacramento

Explore weekly flight availability from Charlotte 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 11, 2025.

The most flights from CLT to SMF are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 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 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Charlotte to Sacramento to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,910 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,636 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,912 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

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

    You will need to book a flight from Charlotte Douglas to Sacramento Intl if you want to fly from Charlotte to Sacramento. At least 5 different airlines have flights from Douglas (CLT) to Sacramento Intl (SMF) on a regular basis. There is 1 flight to Sacramento from the Charlotte airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from CLT to SMF to be around 5h 09m.

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

    Frontier, at $270, was found to be the cheapest airline from Charlotte to Sacramento.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and Southwest. Frontier is currently priced 37% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $126. Delta flights start at $154 while deals on Spirit Airlines start at $170 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Charlotte to Sacramento?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Charlotte to Sacramento? While on average our users pay $330, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $155. The most popular route (Charlotte Douglas - Sacramento Intl), is priced around $274.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Charlotte 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 5 airlines flying from Charlotte to Sacramento

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Charlotte 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 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$118Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$213Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$286Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$330Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$342Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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