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$97+ 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 5/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — SMF
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Philadelphia to Sacramento Intl are usually found in September or August, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to Sacramento

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 April 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$214
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$97
(CheapOair)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$370
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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 April 17, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/76:54 pmPHL - SMF
1 stop20h 34mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/107:37 pmSMF - PHL
1 stop7h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$214
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/910:48 amPHL - SMF
1 stop10h 54mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/1310:41 amSMF - PHL
1 stop16h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/17$239
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/306:15 amPHL - SMF
1 stop8h 08mFrontier
Mon 6/212:13 pmSMF - PHL
1 stop6h 57mFrontier
Deal found 4/16$296
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Sat 5/104:58 pmPHL - SMF
1 stop8h 55mDelta
Tue 5/1310:30 pmSMF - PHL
1 stop8h 01mDelta
Deal found 4/16$307
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Sat 6/145:21 pmPHL - SMF
1 stop7h 59mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/217:26 pmSMF - PHL
1 stop8h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/15$345
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/126:25 pmPHL - SMF
1 stop7h 25mSouthwest
Mon 8/188:55 pmSMF - PHL
2 stops10h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 4/17$366
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/410:10 amPHL - SMF
2 stops11h 27mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/1011:59 pmSMF - PHL
1 stop7h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$422
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/91:37 pmPHL - SMF
2 stops13h 00mAlaska Airlines
Tue 5/135:00 pmSMF - PHL
1 stop9h 44mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/17$448

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Philadelphia

Fly to

Sacramento

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PhiladelphiaSacramento

PHL - SMF

PHLSMF

Philadelphia

Wed 5/7

6:54 pm-12:28 pm

1 stop20h 34m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/10

7:37 pm-6:01 am

1 stop7h 24m

$214

PhiladelphiaSacramento

PHL - SMF

PHLSMF

Philadelphia

Fri 5/9

10:48 am-6:42 pm

1 stop10h 54m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/13

10:41 am-5:55 am

1 stop16h 14m

$239

PhiladelphiaSacramento

PHL - SMF

PHLSMF

Philadelphia

Fri 5/30

6:15 am-11:23 am

1 stop8h 08m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 6/2

12:13 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$296

PhiladelphiaSacramento

PHL - SMF

PHLSMF

Philadelphia

Sat 5/10

4:58 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/13

10:30 pm-9:31 am

1 stop8h 01m

$307

PhiladelphiaSacramento

PHL - SMF

PHLSMF

Philadelphia

Sat 6/14

5:21 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 6/21

7:26 pm-7:18 am

1 stop8h 52m

$345

PhiladelphiaSacramento

PHL - SMF

PHLSMF

Philadelphia

Tue 8/12

6:25 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 8/18

8:55 pm-9:55 am

2 stops10h 00m

$366

PhiladelphiaSacramento

PHL - SMF

PHLSMF

Philadelphia

Wed 6/4

6:15 am-3:08 pm

2 stops11h 53m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/10

6:33 pm-5:22 am

1 stop7h 49m

$422

PhiladelphiaSacramento

PHL - SMF

PHLSMF

Philadelphia

Fri 5/9

1:37 pm-11:37 pm

2 stops13h 00m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/13

5:00 pm-5:44 am

1 stop9h 44m

$448

PhiladelphiaSacramento

PHL - SMF

PHLSMF

Philadelphia

Sat 5/10

6:54 pm-9:33 am

1 stop17h 39m

$97

PhiladelphiaSacramento

PHL - SMF

PHLSMF

Philadelphia

Tue 5/6

10:08 pm-9:46 am

1 stop14h 38m

$103

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Compare providers for flights from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Sacramento in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 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 eDreams the most. eDreams 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.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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 April 11, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Philadelphia to Sacramento is 43 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 $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 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 April 17, 2025.

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 April 17, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Philadelphia 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
9,887 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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
9,887 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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
4,280 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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
7,916 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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
8,667 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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
9,887 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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 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 $239, was found to be the cheapest airline from Philadelphia to Sacramento.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Frontier and Delta. These flights start at 39% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $97 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $103 and $154, 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 $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 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 April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$152Average$202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$163Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$255Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$265Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$345Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$346Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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