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$121+ 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 5/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SDF — SMF
Apr 16 — Apr 231
Wed 4/16
Wed 4/23
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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 April 11, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$325
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$121
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$342
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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 April 11, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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.
Thu 5/87:05 amSDF - SMF
1 stop9h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/1111:23 amSMF - SDF
1 stop6h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/9$325
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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.
Thu 5/84:05 pmSDF - SMF
2 stops10h 34mDelta
Sun 5/1110:04 amSMF - SDF
2 stops10h 48mDelta
Deal found 4/9$335
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 6/36:00 amSDF - SMF
2 stops8h 40mSouthwest
Tue 6/104:10 pmSMF - SDF
1 stop5h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 4/9$366
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 6/33:29 pmSDF - SMF
1 stop8h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/1011:59 pmSMF - SDF
1 stop6h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/9$415
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 7/31:18 pmSDF - SMF
2 stops27h 24mSpirit Airlines
Sun 7/62:40 pmSMF - SDF
3 stops19h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/9$446
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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.
Tue 6/33:28 pmSDF - SMF
3 stops45h 18mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/1010:41 amSMF - SDF
3 stops19h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/9$456
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Sun 10/265:44 amSDF - SMF
2 stops10h 29mAlaska Airlines
Sun 11/98:10 amSMF - SDF
2 stops11h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/10$698

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 April 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Louisville to Sacramento that are best for you.

Fly from

Louisville

Fly to

Sacramento

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LouisvilleSacramento

SDF - SMF

SDFSMF

Louisville Intl

Thu 5/8

7:05 am-1:26 pm

1 stop9h 21m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/11

11:23 am-9:03 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$325

LouisvilleSacramento

SDF - SMF

SDFSMF

Louisville Intl

Thu 5/8

4:05 pm-11:39 pm

2 stops10h 34m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/11

10:04 am-11:52 pm

2 stops10h 48m

$335

LouisvilleSacramento

SDF - SMF

SDFSMF

Louisville Intl

Tue 6/3

6:00 am-11:40 am

2 stops8h 40m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/10

4:10 pm-1:00 am

1 stop5h 50m

$366

LouisvilleSacramento

SDF - SMF

SDFSMF

Louisville Intl

Tue 6/3

3:29 pm-8:49 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/10

11:59 pm-9:33 am

1 stop6h 34m

$415

LouisvilleSacramento

SDF - SMF

SDFSMF

Louisville Intl

Thu 7/3

1:18 pm-1:42 pm

2 stops27h 24m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 7/6

2:40 pm-12:50 pm

3 stops19h 10m

$446

LouisvilleSacramento

SDF - SMF

SDFSMF

Louisville Intl

Tue 6/3

3:28 pm-9:46 am

3 stops45h 18m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/10

10:41 am-8:44 am

3 stops19h 03m

$456

LouisvilleSacramento

SDF - SMF

SDFSMF

Louisville Intl

Sun 6/1

5:45 am-2:00 pm

2 stops11h 15m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 6/14

6:56 am-10:59 pm

2 stops13h 03m

$897

LouisvilleSacramento

SDF - SMF

SDFSMF

Louisville Intl

Sat 5/17

6:25 pm-9:46 am

2 stops18h 21m

$121

LouisvilleSacramento

SDF - SMF

SDFSMF

Louisville Intl

Sat 5/17

5:45 am-10:33 am

1 stop7h 48m

$174

LouisvilleSacramento

SDF - SMF

SDFSMF

Louisville Intl

Mon 4/14

6:19 pm-12:22 pm

3 stops45h 03m

$295

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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 April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice 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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sacramento from Louisville with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Louisville to Sacramento

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 $433). 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 April 11, 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 April 11, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Louisville to Sacramento, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,910 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,636 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

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 $325, American Airlines will fly you from Louisville to Sacramento and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $335 and $366, respectively. Users have found that American Airlines is 29% 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 Spirit Airlines ($121), American Airlines ($174), and Southwest ($460).

  • 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 $433). 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 April 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$108Average$226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$242Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$260Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$330Average$526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$344Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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