HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Sacramento

$33+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA 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 3/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SMF
févr. 25 — mars 41
mar. 2/25
mar. 3/4
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Irvine to Sacramento with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go
Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”
2. Select your favorite providers
We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.
3. Compare prices and book
Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

The best prices from Irvine to Sacramento Intl are usually found in October or September, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Irvine to Sacramento

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Irvine to Sacramento flight deals. Data was last updated février 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$52
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$33
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$158
Provider with most accurate pricing for Los Angeles-Sacramento Intl flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Los Angeles-Sacramento Intl flights.
Search Deals
From Irvine to Sacramento Intl
Search Deals
One-way flight from Irvine to Sacramento Intl
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 29% potential increase in price ($76 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Irvine to Sacramento

Cheapest flights from Irvine to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Irvine to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on février 20, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 3/69:32 amLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
lun. 3/1012:07 pmSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 28mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$57
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 3/255:52 amLAX - SMF
1 stop5h 02mSpirit Airlines
mer. 3/2611:49 amSMF - LAX
1 stop4h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$66
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 3/109:32 amLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
mar. 3/119:37 amSMF - LAX
1 stop11h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$70
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 4/43:55 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
dim. 4/65:30 amSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$133
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 3/75:33 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 34mDelta
dim. 3/96:05 amSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 38mDelta
Deal found 2/18$197
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
sam. 4/56:45 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 38mUnited Airlines
lun. 4/73:55 pmSMF - LAX
1 stop4h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$217

Find flights from Irvine to Sacramento within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Irvine 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 février 20, 2025.

Fly from

Irvine

Fly to

Sacramento

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

jeu. 3/6

9:32 am-11:07 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Sacramento Intl

lun. 3/10

12:07 pm-1:35 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

$57

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

mar. 3/25

5:52 am-10:54 am

1 stop5h 02m

Sacramento Intl

mer. 3/26

11:49 am-3:50 pm

1 stop4h 01m

$66

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

lun. 3/10

9:32 am-11:07 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Sacramento Intl

mar. 3/11

9:37 am-9:09 pm

1 stop11h 32m

$70

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

ven. 4/4

3:55 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Sacramento Intl

dim. 4/6

5:30 am-7:00 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$133

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

ven. 3/7

5:33 pm-7:07 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

Sacramento Intl

dim. 3/9

6:05 am-7:43 am

Nonstop1h 38m

$197

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

sam. 4/5

6:45 pm-8:23 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Sacramento Intl

lun. 4/7

3:55 pm-8:02 pm

1 stop4h 07m

$217

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

mar. 3/25

5:52 am-10:54 am

1 stop5h 02m

$33

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

ven. 3/7

9:32 am-11:07 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$34

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

mer. 5/21

9:00 am-10:34 am

Nonstop1h 34m

$59

Los AngelesSacramento

LAX - SMF

LAXSMF

Los Angeles

mar. 5/20

6:30 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$69

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 2/19

Showing 1-10 of 14 results
1
2

Best time to book a flight from Irvine to Sacramento

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sacramento from Irvine with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Travel insights for flights from Irvine to Sacramento

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Irvine to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Irvine to Sacramento may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 39 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 Irvine to Sacramento?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Irvine to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $449). 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 IR9 to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine 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 février 20, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Irvine to Sacramento as you normally would.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Irvine to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on February 16, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Irvine to Sacramento

Explore weekly flight availability from Irvine to Sacramento. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated février 20, 2025.

The most flights from IR9 to SMF are scheduled on a Thursday (65 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (32 on average).

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 février 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Irvine to Sacramento by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

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
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

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
9,697 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

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
8,219 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

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
8,765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

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
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

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 Irvine 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 Irvine?

    If you book a flight to Sacramento from Irvine, 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 54 flights from Irvine to Sacramento Intl per day from 7 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Irvine to Sacramento flight route?

    This flight path from Irvine to Sacramento Intl was viewed by 63 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    $33 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and Delta, with prices starting from $34 and $59, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Irvine to Sacramento?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Irvine to Sacramento consider choosing Lufthansa (100%), Aer Lingus (93%) or WestJet (92%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Irvine to Sacramento?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Irvine to Sacramento? While on average our users pay $127, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $26. The most popular route (Los Angeles - Sacramento Intl), is priced around $38.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Irvine to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $449). 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.

See more FAQs

Traveling to a place near Irvine?

Book flights to Irvine if you plan to visit one of these locations
Oroville
Rocklin
Yuba City
El Dorado Hills
Plymouth
Auburn
Marysville
Lincoln

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Irvine to Sacramento

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
San Francisco to Las Vegas flights
San Jose to Las Vegas flights
San Francisco to Los Angeles flights
Los Angeles to Las Vegas flights
Santa Ana to Las Vegas flights
Oakland to Las Vegas flights
Burbank to Las Vegas flights
Oakland to Los Angeles flights
Los Angeles to San Francisco flights
San Jose to Los Angeles flights
San Francisco to Ontario flights
Los Angeles to Oakland flights
Los Angeles to San Jose flights
Oakland to Santa Ana flights
San Francisco to Santa Ana flights
Ontario to Las Vegas flights
Ontario to San Francisco flights
Santa Ana to San Francisco flights
Santa Ana to Oakland flights
San Francisco to Burbank flights
San Jose to San Diego flights
San Francisco to San Diego flights
San Diego to Las Vegas flights
Los Angeles to Sacramento flights
Burbank to San Francisco flights
Oakland to Burbank flights
Sacramento to Los Angeles flights
Oakland to San Diego flights
Burbank to Oakland flights
Sacramento to Las Vegas flights
Los Angeles to Reno flights
San Jose to Ontario flights
San Diego to San Francisco flights
San Francisco to Palm Springs flights
San Jose to Santa Ana flights
Sacramento to San Diego flights
Santa Ana to San Jose flights
San Diego to San Jose flights
Las Vegas to Los Angeles flights
Ontario to San Jose flights
Fresno to Las Vegas flights
San Diego to Oakland flights
Burbank to Sacramento flights
Santa Ana to Sacramento flights
Sacramento to Ontario flights
Santa Rosa to Las Vegas flights
San Diego to Sacramento flights
Ontario to Sacramento flights
Stockton to Las Vegas flights
San Jose to Burbank flights

Top 7 airlines flying from Irvine to Sacramento

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Irvine 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 février 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$33Average$89FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$57Average$151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$88Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$89Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$91Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$127Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$250Average$549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
100% Free
Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.
Book with Flexibility
Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees
Travel Smart
Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.