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$40+ Cheap flights from Orange County 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 2/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — SMF
Dec 30 — Jan 61
Mon 12/30
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Cheap flight deals from Orange County to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Orange County (zzKFI) 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 December 25, 2024.

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$128
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$40
(Cheapflightsfares)
From Orange County to Sacramento Intl
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Cheapest flights from Orange County to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Orange County to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 25, 2024.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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.
Fri 12/277:51 pmSNA - SMF
1 stop4h 38mSpirit Airlines
Tue 1/284:41 pmSMF - SNA
1 stop5h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/24$239
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 12/277:51 pmSNA - SMF
1 stop4h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/45:10 amSMF - SNA
2 stops10h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/24$418
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 12/317:05 amLGB - SMF
1 stop5h 11mDelta
Fri 1/35:30 amSMF - LGB
1 stop6h 44mDelta
Deal found 12/24$438
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Sun 12/298:10 pmLGB - SMF
1 stop3h 20mSouthwest
Tue 12/316:05 amSMF - LGB
1 stop5h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 12/23$578
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 12/317:20 amSNA - SMF
1 stop4h 56mDelta
Thu 1/210:15 amSMF - SNA
1 stop6h 09mDelta
Deal found 12/24$590
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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.
Sat 12/2811:05 amSNA - SMF
1 stop3h 35mSouthwest
Sat 1/47:20 amSMF - SNA
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/24$633
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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.
Fri 12/278:00 amSNA - SMF
2 stops13h 40mAlaska Airlines
Tue 1/287:00 amSMF - SNA
2 stops25h 56mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/24$675
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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.
Thu 12/265:30 pmSNA - SMF
1 stop4h 48mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/295:30 amSMF - SNA
1 stop3h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/24$682

Find flights from Orange County to Sacramento within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Orange County 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 December 25, 2024.

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Santa AnaSacramento

SNA - SMF

SNASMF

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 1/16

9:23 am-8:05 pm

2 stops10h 42m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/22

4:41 pm-9:44 pm

1 stop5h 03m

$128

Santa AnaSacramento

SNA - SMF

SNASMF

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 2/28

6:45 am-3:22 pm

1 stop8h 37m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 3/2

7:46 pm-4:39 pm

1 stop20h 53m

$137

Long BeachSacramento

LGB - SMF

LGBSMF

Long Beach Municipal

Tue 1/21

5:00 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop6h 51m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 1/28

5:19 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop4h 26m

$176

Long BeachSacramento

LGB - SMF

LGBSMF

Long Beach Municipal

Thu 1/16

5:05 pm-6:35 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 1/19

8:00 am-9:25 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$182

Santa AnaSacramento

SNA - SMF

SNASMF

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 1/18

2:17 pm-9:23 am

2 stops19h 06m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 1/21

7:00 am-7:14 pm

2 stops12h 14m

$224

Santa AnaSacramento

SNA - SMF

SNASMF

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 1/18

7:20 am-8:50 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 1/21

7:20 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$272

Santa AnaSacramento

SNA - SMF

SNASMF

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 1/10

5:18 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 1/13

5:19 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop4h 52m

$310

Santa AnaSacramento

SNA - SMF

SNASMF

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 2/5

5:50 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop5h 43m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 2/9

8:40 am-5:34 pm

1 stop8h 54m

$350

Long BeachSacramento

LGB - SMF

LGBSMF

Long Beach Municipal

Wed 1/22

8:45 am-11:30 pm

1 stop14h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/29

7:00 am-8:45 pm

1 stop13h 45m

$756

Long BeachSacramento

LGB - SMF

LGBSMF

Long Beach Municipal

Sat 1/25

7:40 am-9:15 pm

1 stop13h 35m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 1/26

7:00 am-8:45 pm

1 stop13h 45m

$774

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Best time to book a flight from Orange County to Sacramento

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Travel insights for flights from Orange County to Sacramento

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orange County to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Orange County to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $451). 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 KFI to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Orange County 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 December 25, 2024.

When flying from Orange County to Sacramento, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 December 25, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Southwest and Alaska Airlines from Orange County to Sacramento to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,758 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,758 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,758 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,758 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,580 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,758 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,295 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,758 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,007 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,758 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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 Orange County 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 Orange County?

    Most people fly into Sacramento Intl (SMF) if they book a flight to Sacramento from Orange County. Sacramento Intl is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Sacramento’s city center.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $40. Frontier flights start at $58 while deals on Delta start at $88 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Orange County to Sacramento?

    The cheapest flight price from Orange County to Sacramento is $160. On average you can expect to pay $302. The most popular route, (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Sacramento Intl), can usually be booked for $82.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Orange County to Sacramento?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Orange County 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 Orange County to Sacramento?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orange County to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Orange County to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $451). 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 Orange County to Sacramento

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Orange County 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 December 25, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$39Average$91FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$78Average$166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$161Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$267Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$314Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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