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$95+ Cheap flights from Durham, NC to Sacramento (SMF)

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RDU — SMF
Nov 25 — Dec 21
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The best prices from Durham to Sacramento Intl are usually found in September or October, booked 20 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Durham to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Durham (DU8) 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 November 20, 2024.

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December

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Round-trip from

$178
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$95
(CheapOair)
High demand for flights, 23% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 28% potential price drop
From Durham to Sacramento Intl
One-way flight from Durham to Sacramento Intl

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Cheapest flights from Durham to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Durham to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 20, 2024.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/85:20 pmRDU - SMF
1 stop21h 04mFrontier
Sun 12/1512:38 pmSMF - RDU
1 stop24h 39mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$178
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/45:30 amRDU - SMF
2 stops15h 09mSpirit Airlines
Tue 1/75:10 amSMF - RDU
2 stops14h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/20$325
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Tue 12/105:08 pmRDU - SMF
1 stop8h 04mDelta
Wed 12/186:15 amSMF - RDU
1 stop8h 31mDelta
Deal found 11/19$346
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1911:19 amRDU - SMF
2 stops25h 22mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/37:30 pmSMF - RDU
2 stops12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$374
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Sat 12/711:39 amRDU - SMF
2 stops10h 03mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/141:49 pmSMF - RDU
1 stop7h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/18$436
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/1010:19 amRDU - SMF
2 stops10h 17mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/1810:50 amSMF - RDU
2 stops9h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$456
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/44:55 pmRDU - SMF
1 stop8h 30mSouthwest
Tue 1/79:55 amSMF - RDU
1 stop8h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$481

Find flights from Durham to Sacramento within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Durham 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 12/8

5:20 pm-11:24 am

1 stop21h 04m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 12/15

12:38 pm-4:17 pm

1 stop24h 39m

$178

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 1/13

2:26 pm-3:46 pm

2 stops28h 20m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 1/16

12:41 pm-7:36 pm

1 stop27h 55m

$244

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 1/8

5:15 am-12:29 am

2 stops22h 14m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 1/12

4:41 pm-1:21 pm

2 stops17h 40m

$271

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/7

6:52 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 1/14

5:45 am-5:42 pm

1 stop8h 57m

$346

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/7

5:00 am-1:35 pm

2 stops11h 35m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/11

2:25 pm-12:38 am

1 stop7h 13m

$351

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 1/16

6:40 am-12:45 pm

2 stops9h 05m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 1/21

1:25 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$358

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 2/15

5:50 pm-1:12 pm

1 stop22h 22m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/18

6:48 am-4:50 pm

1 stop31h 02m

$362

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 1/3

4:40 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop9h 04m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 1/10

8:07 pm-9:40 am

2 stops10h 33m

$393

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 1/12

5:20 pm-11:24 am

1 stop21h 04m

$95

RaleighSacramento

RDU - SMF

RDUSMF

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 1/8

5:15 am-12:29 am

2 stops22h 14m

$117

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Travel insights for flights from Durham to Sacramento

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Durham to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Durham to Sacramento may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 20 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to Sacramento (average of $287). Flying from Durham to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $442). 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 DU8 to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Durham 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 November 20, 2024.

When flying from Durham 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.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Durham to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Durham to Sacramento flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday 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 November 20, 2024.
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Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

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1 / 10

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

8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

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 Durham 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 Durham?

    If you book a flight to Sacramento from Durham, you will be flying to Sacramento Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Sacramento Intl (SMF) is located 9.4 mi from the center of Sacramento. There are 0 flights from Durham to Sacramento Intl per day from 5 different airlines.

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

    $95 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $117 and $173, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to Sacramento (average of $287). Flying from Durham to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $442). 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 Durham to Sacramento

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$146Average$277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$285Average$533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$306Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$319Average$564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$346Average$571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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