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$76+ Cheap flights from Nashville to Sacramento (BNA - 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 3/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNA — SMF
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The best prices from Nashville Intl to Sacramento Intl are usually found in September or May, booked 32 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Nashville to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Nashville (BNA) 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 febrero 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$237
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$84
(FlightHub)

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December

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September

Average price

$337
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Cheapest flights from Nashville to Sacramento
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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.
mié. 4/27:01 amBNA - SMF
1 stop7h 13mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 4/512:58 pmSMF - BNA
1 stop6h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$237
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 5/139:25 amBNA - SMF
2 stops16h 31mSpirit Airlines
mar. 5/207:38 pmSMF - BNA
1 stop17h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$241
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 5/17:34 pmBNA - SMF
1 stop14h 59mMultiple Airlines
dom. 5/411:56 amSMF - BNA
1 stop28h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$252
This Hawaiian 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 4/164:15 pmBNA - SMF
1 stop8h 15mHawaiian Airlines
mar. 4/227:37 pmSMF - BNA
1 stop8h 13mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/19$257
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.
mié. 3/191:50 pmBNA - SMF
2 stops9h 58mDelta
mié. 3/2611:07 amSMF - BNA
2 stops11h 11mDelta
Deal found 2/19$274
This Booking.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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 3/196:01 pmBNA - SMF
1 stop20h 26mFrontier
dom. 3/231:22 pmSMF - BNA
1 stop21h 41mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$276
This United 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 7/125:24 pmBNA - SMF
1 stop7h 09mUnited Airlines
sáb. 7/191:05 pmSMF - BNA
1 stop7h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$328
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 2/267:00 amBNA - SMF
1 stop8h 12mAlaska Airlines
dom. 3/26:48 amSMF - BNA
1 stop7h 53mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/19$348
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.
mié. 3/127:20 amBNA - SMF
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
dom. 3/169:55 pmSMF - BNA
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$371

Find flights from Nashville to Sacramento within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Nashville 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 febrero 20, 2025.

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NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

mié. 4/2

7:01 am-12:14 pm

1 stop7h 13m

Sacramento Intl

sáb. 4/5

12:58 pm-9:02 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$237

NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

mar. 5/13

9:25 am-11:56 pm

2 stops16h 31m

Sacramento Intl

mar. 5/20

7:38 pm-2:53 pm

1 stop17h 15m

$241

NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

jue. 5/1

7:34 pm-8:33 am

1 stop14h 59m

Sacramento Intl

dom. 5/4

11:56 am-6:45 pm

1 stop28h 49m

$252

NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

mié. 4/16

4:15 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Sacramento Intl

mar. 4/22

7:37 pm-5:50 am

1 stop8h 13m

$257

NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

mié. 3/19

1:50 pm-9:48 pm

2 stops9h 58m

Sacramento Intl

mié. 3/26

11:07 am-12:18 am

2 stops11h 11m

$274

NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

mié. 3/19

6:01 pm-12:27 pm

1 stop20h 26m

Sacramento Intl

dom. 3/23

1:22 pm-1:03 pm

1 stop21h 41m

$276

NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

mié. 4/9

2:39 pm-9:09 pm

1 stop8h 30m

Sacramento Intl

mar. 4/15

1:27 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$328

NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

mié. 3/19

8:45 am-11:40 am

Nonstop4h 55m

Sacramento Intl

mié. 3/26

7:55 pm-5:00 am

1 stop7h 05m

$348

NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

lun. 3/31

5:46 pm-9:38 pm

1 stop29h 52m

Sacramento Intl

sáb. 4/5

6:39 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop27h 20m

$472

NashvilleSacramento

BNA - SMF

BNASMF

Nashville Intl

mié. 3/19

6:01 pm-12:27 pm

1 stop20h 26m

$76

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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 Nashville to Sacramento in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Nashville-Sacramento flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Nashville-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Nashville-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Nashville-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 Nashville-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 Nashville to Sacramento

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sacramento from Nashville with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Nashville to Sacramento

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

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

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

Booking 32 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Nashville to Sacramento. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Nashville 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 febrero 20, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Nashville to Sacramento in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 24% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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

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

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

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 febrero 20, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Nashville to Sacramento, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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
9,692 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,317 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,070 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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 Nashville to Sacramento. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Nashville to Sacramento?

    Sacramento Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Sacramento from Nashville Intl. Booking flights from Nashville Intl (BNA) to Sacramento Intl (SMF) should be relatively easy as there is 1 daily flight to Sacramento from 7 different airlines. 4h 35m is how long a flight from Nashville to Sacramento Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Nashville to Sacramento flight route?

    Flights from Nashville Intl to Sacramento Intl have been viewed 1 times in the past calendar month.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Nashville to Sacramento round-trip?

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Sacramento, with prices starting at $237. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Spirit Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $241 and $257, respectively. These flights start at 27% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Nashville to Sacramento are Spirit Airlines ($84), Frontier ($96), and Hawaiian Airlines ($118).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Nashville to Sacramento?

    While on average a flight from Nashville to Sacramento is generally $367, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $218. When looking at the most popular route, (Nashville Intl - Sacramento Intl), you can expect to pay $168 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nashville to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Nashville 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 7 airlines flying from Nashville to Sacramento

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Nashville 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 febrero 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$143Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$156Average$220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$235Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$236Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$249Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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