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$137+ Cheap flights from Norfolk to Sacramento (ORF - 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 5/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORF — SMF
Mar 26 — Apr 21
Wed 3/26
Wed 4/2
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Norfolk to Sacramento Intl are usually found in October or September, booked 48 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Norfolk to Sacramento

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

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$351
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$174
(United Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$897
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Cheapest flights from Norfolk to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Norfolk to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 21, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Thu 4/177:07 pmORF - SMF
1 stop8h 19mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/236:15 amSMF - ORF
1 stop9h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/20$351
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 6/175:00 pmORF - SMF
1 stop7h 55mDelta
Tue 6/2411:05 pmSMF - ORF
1 stop9h 58mDelta
Deal found 3/20$357
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Wed 7/305:15 pmORF - SMF
Nonstop8h 28mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/810:59 amSMF - ORF
1 stop8h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/20$387
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Thu 6/2610:05 amORF - SMF
1 stop10h 15mSouthwest
Mon 6/309:05 pmSMF - ORF
1 stop9h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 3/20$427
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Sat 4/57:41 pmORF - SMF
3 stops42h 13mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/96:41 pmSMF - ORF
3 stops22h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/20$432
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Fri 6/2010:28 amORF - SMF
3 stops40h 28mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/307:38 pmSMF - ORF
3 stops23h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/20$551

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Norfolk 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 March 21, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Norfolk to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Norfolk

Fly to

Sacramento

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Depart

Return

Price

NorfolkSacramento

ORF - SMF

ORFSMF

Norfolk

Thu 4/17

7:07 pm-12:26 am

1 stop8h 19m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/23

6:15 am-6:16 pm

1 stop9h 01m

$351

NorfolkSacramento

ORF - SMF

ORFSMF

Norfolk

Wed 6/25

6:05 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop7h 37m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 7/1

10:40 pm-9:04 am

1 stop7h 24m

$357

NorfolkSacramento

ORF - SMF

ORFSMF

Norfolk

Wed 7/30

5:15 pm-10:43 pm

Nonstop8h 28m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 8/8

10:59 am-10:56 pm

1 stop8h 57m

$387

NorfolkSacramento

ORF - SMF

ORFSMF

Norfolk

Wed 6/25

10:05 am-6:50 pm

1 stop11h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 6/29

9:05 pm-9:20 am

1 stop9h 15m

$397

NorfolkSacramento

ORF - SMF

ORFSMF

Norfolk

Thu 6/26

7:44 pm-11:56 pm

2 stops31h 12m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 6/30

7:38 pm-9:54 pm

3 stops23h 16m

$464

NorfolkSacramento

ORF - SMF

ORFSMF

Norfolk

Fri 6/20

10:28 am-11:56 pm

3 stops40h 28m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 6/30

7:38 pm-9:54 pm

3 stops23h 16m

$551

NorfolkSacramento

ORF - SMF

ORFSMF

Norfolk

Fri 5/9

3:11 pm-9:32 am

2 stops21h 21m

$137

NorfolkSacramento

ORF - SMF

ORFSMF

Norfolk

Tue 6/17

5:05 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$174

NorfolkSacramento

ORF - SMF

ORFSMF

Norfolk

Wed 6/25

6:05 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$179

NorfolkSacramento

ORF - SMF

ORFSMF

Norfolk

Tue 6/17

5:45 am-2:13 pm

2 stops11h 28m

$184

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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 Norfolk to Sacramento in March.
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

*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 Norfolk-Sacramento flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Norfolk-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Norfolk-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Norfolk-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 Norfolk-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 Norfolk to Sacramento

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

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

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

Booking 48 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Norfolk 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 Norfolk to Sacramento?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Norfolk to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Norfolk to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $441). 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 ORF to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Norfolk 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 March 21, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Norfolk to Sacramento in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 17% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Norfolk to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Norfolk to Sacramento flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings 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 March 21, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Norfolk to Sacramento by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,281 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,281 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,281 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,759 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,281 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,895 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,281 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,605 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,281 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,281 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Norfolk 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 Norfolk to Sacramento round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $351, was found to be the cheapest airline from Norfolk to Sacramento.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and United Airlines. American Airlines is priced at 32% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $174 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $184 and Spirit Airlines from $245 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Norfolk to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Norfolk to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $441). 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 Norfolk to Sacramento

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Norfolk 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 March 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$341Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$350Average$520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$356Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$426Average$571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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