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$94+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Sacramento (PHL - 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 2/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — SMF
Dec 24 — Dec 311
Tue 12/24
Tue 12/31
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The best prices from Philadelphia to Sacramento Intl are usually found in September or August, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 19, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$206
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One-way from

$94
(Cheapflightsfares)

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December

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September

Average price

$510
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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 19, 2024.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/301:37 pmPHL - SMF
2 stops23h 04mSpirit Airlines
Wed 1/87:30 pmSMF - PHL
1 stop15h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/17$419
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Wed 12/258:28 amPHL - SMF
1 stop8h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/17:00 pmSMF - PHL
1 stop7h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$497
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/306:40 amPHL - SMF
1 stop15h 08mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/87:30 pmSMF - PHL
1 stop15h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$505
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/197:15 amPHL - SMF
1 stop13h 44mFrontier
Sat 1/46:50 pmSMF - PHL
1 stop7h 19mFrontier
Deal found 12/18$633
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Wed 12/188:45 amPHL - SMF
1 stop12h 30mSouthwest
Tue 1/71:25 pmSMF - PHL
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 12/18$732
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Fri 12/206:58 pmPHL - SMF
1 stop7h 57mDelta
Thu 1/96:10 amSMF - PHL
1 stop8h 41mDelta
Deal found 12/18$761
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/189:06 pmPHL - SMF
1 stop18h 36mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/712:55 pmSMF - PHL
1 stop8h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/18$940

Find flights from Philadelphia to Sacramento within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia 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 19, 2024.

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PhiladelphiaSacramento

PHL - SMF

PHLSMF

Philadelphia

Tue 1/7

8:29 am-6:35 pm

1 stop13h 06m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/11

9:00 pm-1:42 pm

1 stop13h 42m

$206

PhiladelphiaSacramento

PHL - SMF

PHLSMF

Philadelphia

Tue 3/11

7:45 am-6:59 pm

1 stop14h 14m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/18

7:59 pm-6:14 am

1 stop7h 15m

$236

PhiladelphiaSacramento

PHL - SMF

PHLSMF

Philadelphia

Sat 2/15

7:34 pm-12:27 pm

1 stop19h 53m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 3/1

7:42 am-1:32 pm

1 stop26h 50m

$306

PhiladelphiaSacramento

PHL - SMF

PHLSMF

Philadelphia

Tue 2/11

5:00 am-1:35 pm

1 stop11h 35m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/11

5:59 pm-7:27 am

1 stop10h 28m

$346

PhiladelphiaSacramento

PHL - SMF

PHLSMF

Philadelphia

Sat 1/11

5:40 am-11:32 am

1 stop8h 52m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 1/21

12:42 pm-12:49 am

1 stop9h 07m

$371

PhiladelphiaSacramento

PHL - SMF

PHLSMF

Philadelphia

Thu 1/9

6:00 am-1:36 pm

2 stops10h 36m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 1/12

7:00 am-5:35 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$421

PhiladelphiaSacramento

PHL - SMF

PHLSMF

Philadelphia

Thu 2/27

4:35 pm-12:05 am

1 stop10h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 3/2

7:00 am-11:25 pm

2 stops13h 25m

$431

PhiladelphiaSacramento

PHL - SMF

PHLSMF

Philadelphia

Fri 4/4

5:46 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 4/7

6:14 pm-4:41 pm

2 stops19h 27m

$449

PhiladelphiaSacramento

PHL - SMF

PHLSMF

Philadelphia

Wed 2/12

5:41 pm-6:47 am

1 stop16h 06m

$94

PhiladelphiaSacramento

PHL - SMF

PHLSMF

Philadelphia

Sun 1/26

9:53 pm-11:18 am

1 stop16h 25m

$95

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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 Philadelphia to Sacramento in December.
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*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

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

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Philadelphia to Sacramento is 34 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 19, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Philadelphia to Sacramento in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 16% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Philadelphia to Sacramento flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon 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 December 19, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Philadelphia to Sacramento, see what other customers have to say about United Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Frontier. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,551 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,048 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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
4,836 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Sacramento round-trip?

    Spirit Airlines, at $206, was found to be the cheapest airline from Philadelphia to Sacramento.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Frontier and American Airlines. These flights start at 49% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $94 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and Delta, with prices starting from $95 and $173, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Philadelphia 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 6 airlines flying from Philadelphia to Sacramento

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia 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 19, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$152Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$191Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$255Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$255Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$307Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$359Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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