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$93+ Cheap flights from Detroit to Sacramento (DTT - 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 1/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — SMF
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) 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 December 18, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$241
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$93
(Expedia)

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December

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January

Average price

$571
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/276:48 pmDTW - SMF
1 stop17h 53mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/307:48 pmSMF - DTW
1 stop22h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$555
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/298:58 pmDTW - SMF
1 stop15h 43mSpirit Airlines
Fri 1/37:30 pmSMF - DTW
1 stop7h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/16$601
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1911:59 amDTW - SMF
1 stop13h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/2412:25 amSMF - DTW
1 stop14h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$725
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Sun 12/291:05 pmDTW - SMF
2 stops13h 00mSouthwest
Fri 1/35:35 amSMF - DTW
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/16$751
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/286:17 pmDTW - SMF
1 stop7h 31mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/22:13 pmSMF - DTW
1 stop6h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$796
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/307:55 pmDTW - SMF
1 stop7h 00mDelta
Fri 1/31:15 pmSMF - DTW
1 stop8h 29mDelta
Deal found 12/16$848
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/236:35 amDTW - SMF
2 stops11h 12mAlaska Airlines
Thu 12/267:42 pmSMF - DTW
2 stops12h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,300

Find flights from Detroit to Sacramento within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 December 18, 2024.

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DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/17

8:14 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop26h 51m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 1/21

4:41 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop28h 02m

$241

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/10

4:42 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops9h 17m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 1/13

4:41 pm-5:00 am

1 stop9h 19m

$350

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/17

4:42 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop9h 44m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 1/21

7:00 am-3:44 pm

2 stops29h 44m

$397

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 4/11

1:55 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop9h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 4/18

11:42 am-8:49 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$428

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/16

6:20 am-2:35 pm

2 stops11h 15m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 1/23

9:55 am-10:30 pm

2 stops9h 35m

$483

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/18

7:15 am-11:46 am

1 stop7h 31m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 1/21

8:07 pm-10:19 am

2 stops11h 12m

$495

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/9

8:25 am-3:32 pm

1 stop10h 07m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/16

11:05 pm-6:30 am

Nonstop4h 25m

$509

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/14

6:20 am-3:46 pm

1 stop12h 26m

$93

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/20

4:40 pm-9:48 pm

1 stop8h 08m

$201

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/18

8:25 am-5:58 pm

1 stop12h 33m

$207

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Compare providers for flights from Detroit 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 Detroit to Sacramento in December.
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 Detroit-Sacramento flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Detroit-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit-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 Detroit-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 Detroit to Sacramento

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sacramento from Detroit with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Detroit to Sacramento

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 December 18, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Detroit to Sacramento at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 19% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on December 8, 2024.

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

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 December 18, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines, Southwest and Alaska Airlines from Detroit to Sacramento to help guide your decision. 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
4,848 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,059 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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
4,848 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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 Detroit 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 Detroit to Sacramento round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Detroit to Sacramento round-trip from $241. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Alaska Airlines, from $397, and American Airlines, from $428. These flights start at 40% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $93. However, be on the lookout for offers from Alaska Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Detroit to Sacramento for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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 December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$84Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$163Average$285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$274Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$283Average$594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$409Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$412Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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