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$82+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento (DTW - 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 2/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SMF
Feb 4 — Feb 111
Tue 2/4
Tue 2/11
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Sacramento Intl are usually found in February or May, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$208
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One-way from

$82
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Average price

$420
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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 January 30, 2025.

This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/238:19 pmDTW - SMF
1 stop13h 28mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/273:34 pmSMF - DTW
1 stop20h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$208
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/510:26 pmDTW - SMF
1 stop13h 16mSpirit Airlines
Wed 3/127:30 pmSMF - DTW
1 stop7h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/29$211
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/29:14 pmDTW - SMF
1 stop17h 04mFrontier
Sun 2/912:38 pmSMF - DTW
1 stop28h 36mFrontier
Deal found 1/28$370
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/56:53 amDTW - SMF
2 stops12h 03mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/1211:59 pmSMF - DTW
1 stop7h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/29$422
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.
Wed 3/57:05 amDTW - SMF
2 stops10h 35mSouthwest
Wed 3/129:30 pmSMF - DTW
2 stops9h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 1/29$452
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 2/277:00 amDTW - SMF
2 stops13h 54mDelta
Sun 3/25:30 pmSMF - DTW
1 stop9h 23mDelta
Deal found 1/29$496
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/255:13 pmDTW - SMF
1 stop9h 24mAlaska Airlines
Sat 5/32:50 pmSMF - DTW
2 stops11h 21mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/30$500
This United 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/183:46 pmDTW - SMF
2 stops9h 44mUnited Airlines
Wed 3/265:10 amSMF - DTW
1 stop14h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/29$515

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 January 30, 2025.

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DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/23

8:19 pm-6:47 am

1 stop13h 28m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 2/27

3:34 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop20h 01m

$208

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/5

10:26 pm-8:42 am

1 stop13h 16m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/12

7:30 pm-5:54 am

1 stop7h 24m

$211

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/2

9:14 pm-11:18 am

1 stop17h 04m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 2/9

12:38 pm-8:14 pm

1 stop28h 36m

$370

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/5

6:53 am-3:56 pm

2 stops12h 03m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/12

11:59 pm-10:52 am

1 stop7h 53m

$422

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/5

7:05 am-2:40 pm

2 stops10h 35m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/12

9:30 pm-10:10 am

2 stops9h 40m

$452

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/15

4:49 pm-9:25 am

2 stops19h 36m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/17

6:48 am-3:53 pm

1 stop30h 05m

$483

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/27

7:00 am-5:54 pm

2 stops13h 54m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 3/2

5:30 pm-5:53 am

1 stop9h 23m

$496

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/18

3:46 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops9h 44m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/26

5:10 am-10:15 pm

1 stop14h 05m

$515

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/19

8:19 pm-6:47 am

1 stop13h 28m

$82

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/10

6:08 am-7:27 pm

1 stop16h 19m

$190

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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 Detroit to Sacramento in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Sacramento flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Sacramento flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento?

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

The best time to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento is 45 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 DTW 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 January 30, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 19% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings 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 January 30, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit to Sacramento, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

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

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

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

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

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

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

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

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

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

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

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 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento round-trip?

    Spirit Airlines, at $211, was found to be the cheapest airline from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Frontier and American Airlines. These flights start at 50% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 $82. Alaska Airlines flights start at $208 while deals on Southwest start at $214 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento?

    The cheapest flight price from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento is $348. On average you can expect to pay $469. The most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Sacramento Intl), can usually be booked for $176.

  • 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 January 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$84Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$163Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$274Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$283Average$632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$335Average$541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$390Average$482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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