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$115+ Cheap flights from Iowa to Sacramento (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 8/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SMF
apr. 5 — apr. 121
za 4/5
za 4/12
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$229
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$115
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

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September

Average price

$507
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on maart 31, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
za 5/105:40 amCID - SMF
1 stop6h 53mAmerican Airlines
za 5/172:20 pmSMF - CID
1 stop6h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$229
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
do 5/2210:22 pmDSM - SMF
1 stop17h 22mMultiple Airlines
di 5/277:37 pmSMF - DSM
1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$261
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
za 5/34:18 pmCID - SMF
1 stop6h 32mDelta
za 5/1012:09 pmSMF - CID
1 stop8h 07mDelta
Deal found 3/30$277
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
zo 4/1312:42 pmMLI - SMF
1 stop21h 51mMultiple Airlines
wo 4/236:41 pmSMF - MLI
1 stop15h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/29$282
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
zo 4/136:30 amMLI - SMF
1 stop7h 24mUnited Airlines
di 4/2211:59 pmSMF - MLI
1 stop8h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$284
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
wo 7/96:00 amMLI - SMF
1 stop9h 11mAmerican Airlines
di 7/155:28 amSMF - MLI
1 stop8h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$314
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
za 5/103:20 pmCID - SMF
2 stops10h 39mUnited Airlines
za 5/2411:59 pmSMF - CID
1 stop8h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$324
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
wo 4/231:40 pmOMA - SMF
1 stop5h 50mUnited Airlines
do 5/81:16 pmSMF - OMA
1 stop7h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$327
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
wo 4/231:50 pmOMA - SMF
1 stop9h 05mAmerican Airlines
di 4/2911:56 amSMF - OMA
1 stop8h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
wo 4/233:34 pmDSM - SMF
1 stop8h 58mUnited Airlines
za 4/267:00 amSMF - DSM
1 stop9h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$336
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
za 6/286:00 pmOMA - SMF
1 stop6h 05mDelta
za 7/125:00 pmSMF - OMA
1 stop5h 03mDelta
Deal found 3/30$337
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
di 5/2010:59 amDSM - SMF
2 stops8h 27mDelta
do 5/2911:12 pmSMF - DSM
1 stop8h 25mDelta
Deal found 3/30$340

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa 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 maart 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Iowa

Fly to

Sacramento

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cedar RapidsSacramento

CID - SMF

CIDSMF

Cedar Rapids

za 5/10

5:40 am-10:33 am

1 stop6h 53m

Sacramento Intl

za 5/17

2:20 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$229

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

do 5/22

10:22 pm-1:44 pm

1 stop17h 22m

Sacramento Intl

di 5/27

7:37 pm-2:32 pm

1 stop16h 55m

$261

Cedar RapidsSacramento

CID - SMF

CIDSMF

Cedar Rapids

za 5/3

4:18 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Sacramento Intl

za 5/10

1:58 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$277

MolineSacramento

MLI - SMF

MLISMF

Moline Quad-City

zo 4/13

12:42 pm-8:33 am

1 stop21h 51m

Sacramento Intl

wo 4/23

6:41 pm-11:52 am

1 stop15h 11m

$282

MolineSacramento

MLI - SMF

MLISMF

Moline Quad-City

zo 4/13

6:30 am-11:54 am

1 stop7h 24m

Sacramento Intl

di 4/22

11:59 pm-10:12 am

1 stop8h 13m

$284

MolineSacramento

MLI - SMF

MLISMF

Moline Quad-City

wo 7/9

6:00 am-1:11 pm

1 stop9h 11m

Sacramento Intl

di 7/15

5:28 am-3:49 pm

1 stop8h 21m

$314

Cedar RapidsSacramento

CID - SMF

CIDSMF

Cedar Rapids

za 5/10

8:05 am-8:53 pm

2 stops14h 48m

Sacramento Intl

za 5/24

11:59 pm-10:46 am

1 stop8h 47m

$324

OmahaSacramento

OMA - SMF

OMASMF

Omaha Eppley Airfield

wo 4/23

1:40 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Sacramento Intl

do 5/8

1:16 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$327

OmahaSacramento

OMA - SMF

OMASMF

Omaha Eppley Airfield

wo 4/23

1:50 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop9h 05m

Sacramento Intl

di 4/29

11:56 am-10:31 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$329

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

wo 4/23

3:34 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop8h 58m

Sacramento Intl

za 4/26

7:00 am-6:06 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$336

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Sacramento

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sacramento from Iowa with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Iowa to Sacramento

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Iowa to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $435). 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 IA to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa 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 maart 31, 2025.

When flying from Iowa 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.

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 maart 31, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Iowa 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,614 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Iowa 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 Iowa?

    Sacramento Intl (SMF) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Iowa to Sacramento. It is only a 9.4 mi journey from Sacramento Intl (SMF) to Sacramento’s city center.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $115. Frontier flights start at $160 while deals on American Airlines start at $168 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Iowa to Sacramento?

    When deciding which route to take from Iowa to Sacramento consider Omaha Eppley Airfield - Sacramento Intl, Des Moines - Sacramento Intl or Moline Quad-City - Sacramento Intl as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Iowa to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $435). 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 4 airlines flying from Iowa to Sacramento

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Iowa 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 maart 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$288Average$323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$299Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$371Average$526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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