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$43+ Cheap flights from Dallas to Sacramento (SMF)

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The best prices from Dallas to Sacramento Intl are usually found in September or August, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Dallas to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dallas (A78) 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 January 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$141
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$43
(FlightHub)

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Average price

$355
From Dallas to Sacramento Intl
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Cheapest flights from Dallas to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dallas to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 30, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/207:59 amDFW - SMF
1 stop8h 35mFrontier
Sun 2/231:27 pmSMF - DFW
1 stop24h 05mFrontier
Deal found 1/29$141
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Fri 3/2810:57 pmDFW - SMF
1 stop13h 57mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/18:35 pmSMF - DFW
1 stop7h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/30$142
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Wed 4/3010:48 pmDFW - SMF
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/38:39 amSMF - DFW
1 stop4h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/30$172
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Wed 2/267:29 pmDAL - SMF
1 stop15h 46mAlaska Airlines
Wed 3/56:48 amSMF - DAL
1 stop9h 41mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/29$363
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Thu 3/69:11 pmDFW - SMF
Nonstop3h 58mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/106:00 amSMF - DFW
Nonstop3h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/30$367
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Wed 2/263:55 pmDFW - SMF
2 stops27h 47mAlaska Airlines
Wed 3/58:12 amSMF - DFW
1 stop28h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/29$368
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 4/155:35 pmDAL - SMF
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Tue 5/65:40 amSMF - DAL
Nonstop3h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 1/29$373
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 2/204:00 pmDFW - SMF
2 stops9h 48mDelta
Tue 2/2511:45 amSMF - DFW
1 stop10h 07mDelta
Deal found 1/29$380
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Fri 9/1210:20 amDAL - SMF
2 stops9h 40mDelta
Fri 9/1910:40 pmSMF - DAL
1 stop10h 35mDelta
Deal found 1/29$478

Find flights from Dallas to Sacramento within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Dallas 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 January 30, 2025.

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DallasSacramento

DFW - SMF

DFWSMF

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 2/20

7:59 am-2:34 pm

1 stop8h 35m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 2/23

1:27 pm-3:32 pm

1 stop24h 05m

$141

DallasSacramento

DFW - SMF

DFWSMF

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 3/28

10:57 pm-10:54 am

1 stop13h 57m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/1

8:35 pm-6:03 am

1 stop7h 28m

$142

DallasSacramento

DFW - SMF

DFWSMF

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 4/30

10:48 pm-12:28 pm

1 stop15h 40m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/3

12:47 pm-1:18 am

1 stop10h 31m

$172

DallasSacramento

DAL - SMF

DALSMF

Dallas Love Field

Wed 2/26

7:29 pm-9:15 am

1 stop15h 46m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/5

6:48 am-6:29 pm

1 stop9h 41m

$363

DallasSacramento

DFW - SMF

DFWSMF

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 3/6

9:11 pm-11:09 pm

Nonstop3h 58m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/10

6:00 am-11:18 am

Nonstop3h 18m

$367

DallasSacramento

DAL - SMF

DALSMF

Dallas Love Field

Thu 4/3

8:50 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 4/7

3:20 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$367

DallasSacramento

DFW - SMF

DFWSMF

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 2/26

3:55 pm-5:42 pm

2 stops27h 47m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/5

8:12 am-2:50 pm

1 stop28h 38m

$368

DallasSacramento

DFW - SMF

DFWSMF

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 2/20

4:00 pm-11:48 pm

2 stops9h 48m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/25

11:45 am-11:52 pm

1 stop10h 07m

$380

DallasSacramento

DAL - SMF

DALSMF

Dallas Love Field

Wed 2/19

12:25 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop9h 05m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/25

10:40 pm-9:47 am

1 stop9h 07m

$387

DallasSacramento

DFW - SMF

DFWSMF

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 2/18

7:36 pm-6:47 am

1 stop13h 11m

$43

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Best time to book a flight from Dallas to Sacramento

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Travel insights for flights from Dallas to Sacramento

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dallas to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on January 24, 2025.

Booking 90 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Dallas 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 Dallas to Sacramento?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Dallas to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $451). 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 DFW to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Dallas 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 January 30, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 57% on flights from Dallas to Sacramento by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Dallas to Sacramento?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Dallas to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on October 20, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Dallas to Sacramento flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Dallas to Sacramento

Explore weekly flight availability from Dallas 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 January 30, 2025.

The most flights from A78 to SMF are scheduled on a Thursday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 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 January 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Dallas to Sacramento by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

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
4,585 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

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
9,686 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

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
8,450 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

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
8,906 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

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

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

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 Dallas 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 Dallas?

    Most people fly into Sacramento Intl (SMF) if they book a flight to Sacramento from Dallas. On average, Sacramento Intl has 10 inbound flights from Dallas per day from 6 airlines. Sacramento Intl is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Sacramento’s city center.

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

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Sacramento, with prices starting at $141. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Spirit Airlines and Alaska Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $142 and $363, respectively. You may be able to fly from Dallas to Sacramento for 61% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Dallas to Sacramento are Spirit Airlines ($43), Frontier ($55), and Alaska Airlines ($147).

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

    Consider Finnair (76%), Frontier (67%) or Qatar Airways (64%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Dallas to Sacramento.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dallas to Sacramento?

    While on average a flight from Dallas to Sacramento is generally $468, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $195. When looking at the most popular route, (Dallas/Fort Worth - Sacramento Intl), you can expect to pay $196 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Dallas to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $451). 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 6 airlines flying from Dallas to Sacramento

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Dallas 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 January 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$79Average$190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$103Average$197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$200Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$230Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$260Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$326Average$556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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