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$83+ Cheap flights from Iowa to Sacramento (SMF)

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DSM — SMF
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Iowa (USIA) 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 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$276
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$83
(Mytrip)
From Iowa to Sacramento Intl
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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 January 21, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/43:59 pmMLI - SMF
2 stops10h 15mUnited Airlines
Sat 2/87:00 amSMF - MLI
1 stop6h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$276
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/43:28 pmMLI - SMF
1 stop9h 49mAmerican Airlines
Sat 2/811:11 amSMF - MLI
1 stop8h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$284
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/93:14 pmCID - SMF
1 stop7h 33mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/1711:00 amSMF - CID
1 stop8h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$289
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Mon 3/173:58 pmOMA - SMF
1 stop22h 29mFrontier
Thu 3/201:27 pmSMF - OMA
1 stop23h 31mFrontier
Deal found 1/20$294
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/96:50 amCID - SMF
1 stop7h 57mDelta
Wed 9/179:10 amSMF - CID
2 stops11h 08mDelta
Deal found 1/20$294
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Fri 2/72:41 pmDSM - SMF
1 stop7h 24mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/124:20 pmSMF - DSM
2 stops18h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$334
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 5/76:04 amDSM - SMF
1 stop6h 46mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/2111:42 amSMF - DSM
1 stop8h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$335
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/93:12 pmOMA - SMF
1 stop8h 26mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/1512:15 pmSMF - OMA
1 stop24h 01mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/19$337
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/49:00 amDSM - SMF
1 stop6h 36mUnited Airlines
Sat 2/81:00 pmSMF - DSM
1 stop5h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$337
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/410:32 amDSM - SMF
2 stops12h 31mDelta
Sat 2/86:10 amSMF - DSM
1 stop5h 53mDelta
Deal found 1/20$342
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 3/41:45 pmOMA - SMF
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Thu 3/65:30 amSMF - OMA
1 stop8h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 1/21$349
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/186:22 pmOMA - SMF
1 stop7h 31mDelta
Mon 3/245:10 pmSMF - OMA
1 stop5h 00mDelta
Deal found 1/20$360

Find flights from Iowa to Sacramento within your budget

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 January 21, 2025.

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MolineSacramento

MLI - SMF

MLISMF

Moline Quad-City

Tue 2/4

3:59 pm-12:14 am

2 stops10h 15m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 2/8

7:00 am-3:24 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$276

MolineSacramento

MLI - SMF

MLISMF

Moline Quad-City

Tue 2/4

3:28 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop9h 49m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 2/8

11:11 am-9:29 pm

1 stop8h 18m

$284

Cedar RapidsSacramento

CID - SMF

CIDSMF

Cedar Rapids

Sat 3/1

2:50 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop9h 20m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 3/15

6:20 am-3:37 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$289

OmahaSacramento

OMA - SMF

OMASMF

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 3/17

3:58 pm-12:27 pm

1 stop22h 29m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 3/20

1:27 pm-2:58 pm

1 stop23h 31m

$294

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Fri 2/7

2:41 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop7h 24m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/12

4:20 pm-12:23 pm

2 stops18h 03m

$334

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Wed 5/7

6:04 am-10:50 am

1 stop6h 46m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/21

11:42 am-9:45 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$335

OmahaSacramento

OMA - SMF

OMASMF

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 4/9

3:12 pm-9:38 pm

1 stop8h 26m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/15

12:15 pm-2:16 pm

1 stop24h 01m

$337

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Tue 2/4

9:00 am-1:36 pm

1 stop6h 36m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 2/8

1:00 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop5h 32m

$337

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Tue 2/4

12:15 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops12h 05m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 2/8

6:10 am-2:03 pm

1 stop5h 53m

$342

OmahaSacramento

OMA - SMF

OMASMF

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 3/4

1:45 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 3/6

5:30 am-4:10 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$349

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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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Travel insights for flights from Iowa to Sacramento

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

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 $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 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 January 21, 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 January 21, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,984 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

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
4,662 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

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 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 Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $83. United Airlines flights start at $157 while deals on Southwest start at $174 one-way.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Iowa to Sacramento consider Moline Quad-City - Sacramento Intl, Des Moines - Sacramento Intl or Omaha Eppley Airfield - 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 $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 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$278Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$288Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$321Average$520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$406Average$626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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