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$172+ Cheap flights from Louisville to Sacramento (SDF - 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 3/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SDF — SMF
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
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Cheap flight deals from Louisville to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Louisville (SDF) 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 February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$301
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$172
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$429
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Cheapest flights from Louisville to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Louisville to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/103:25 pmSDF - SMF
2 stops20h 17mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/127:30 pmSMF - SDF
2 stops19h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$301
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/107:16 pmSDF - SMF
3 stops40h 26mSpirit Airlines
Wed 3/127:30 pmSMF - SDF
2 stops19h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$315
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Mon 3/106:05 amSDF - SMF
1 stop9h 20mSouthwest
Wed 3/127:05 amSMF - SDF
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$343
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Wed 5/141:58 pmSDF - SMF
1 stop8h 17mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/282:20 pmSMF - SDF
1 stop7h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$350
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/2611:05 amSDF - SMF
2 stops10h 48mDelta
Tue 4/111:07 amSMF - SDF
2 stops9h 50mDelta
Deal found 2/19$355
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.
Wed 6/43:29 pmSDF - SMF
1 stop8h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/1811:59 pmSMF - SDF
1 stop6h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$448

Find flights from Louisville to Sacramento within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Louisville 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 February 20, 2025.

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Louisville

Fly to

Sacramento

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LouisvilleSacramento

SDF - SMF

SDFSMF

Louisville Intl

Mon 3/10

3:25 pm-8:42 am

2 stops20h 17m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/12

7:30 pm-6:21 pm

2 stops19h 51m

$301

LouisvilleSacramento

SDF - SMF

SDFSMF

Louisville Intl

Mon 3/10

7:16 pm-8:42 am

3 stops40h 26m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/12

7:30 pm-6:21 pm

2 stops19h 51m

$315

LouisvilleSacramento

SDF - SMF

SDFSMF

Louisville Intl

Mon 3/10

6:05 am-12:25 pm

1 stop9h 20m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/12

7:05 am-5:45 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$343

LouisvilleSacramento

SDF - SMF

SDFSMF

Louisville Intl

Wed 5/14

1:58 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop8h 17m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/28

2:20 pm-12:24 am

1 stop7h 04m

$350

LouisvilleSacramento

SDF - SMF

SDFSMF

Louisville Intl

Wed 3/26

11:05 am-6:53 pm

2 stops10h 48m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/1

11:07 am-11:57 pm

2 stops9h 50m

$355

LouisvilleSacramento

SDF - SMF

SDFSMF

Louisville Intl

Fri 5/16

11:00 am-9:08 pm

2 stops13h 08m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/18

7:00 am-5:26 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$699

LouisvilleSacramento

SDF - SMF

SDFSMF

Louisville Intl

Wed 3/26

6:32 pm-12:29 am

1 stop8h 57m

$172

LouisvilleSacramento

SDF - SMF

SDFSMF

Louisville Intl

Fri 4/25

6:00 am-6:33 pm

3 stops39h 33m

$184

LouisvilleSacramento

SDF - SMF

SDFSMF

Louisville Intl

Fri 4/25

3:25 pm-9:09 pm

1 stop8h 44m

$197

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Deals found on 2/19

Compare providers for flights from Louisville to Sacramento

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

Best time to book a flight from Louisville to Sacramento

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Travel insights for flights from Louisville to Sacramento

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Louisville 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 SDF to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Louisville 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 February 20, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Louisville to Sacramento in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 27% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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 February 20, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Louisville to Sacramento, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

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

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

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
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

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
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

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

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

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

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,013 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

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 Louisville 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 Louisville to Sacramento round-trip?

    Currently priced at $315, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Louisville to Sacramento and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Southwest and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $343 and $350, respectively. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 34% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Louisville to Sacramento are American Airlines ($172), Spirit Airlines ($184), and United Airlines ($197).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Louisville 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.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Louisville to Sacramento

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Louisville 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$108Average$225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$242Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$344Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$371Average$556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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