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$54+ Cheap flights from Phoenix 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 1/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHX — SMF
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
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The best prices from Phoenix to Sacramento Intl are usually found in September or October, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Phoenix to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Phoenix (PH1) 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 18, 2024.

Round-trip from

$158
(Frontier)

One-way from

$54
(Cheapflightsfares)

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September

Average price

$354
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Cheapest flights from Phoenix to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Phoenix to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/288:30 amPHX - SMF
1 stop4h 45mFrontier
Thu 1/26:49 pmSMF - PHX
1 stop3h 48mFrontier
Deal found 12/18$167
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/305:45 amPHX - SMF
1 stop14h 03mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/87:30 pmSMF - PHX
1 stop14h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$255
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3111:04 amPHX - SMF
Nonstop2h 08mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/16:08 amSMF - PHX
Nonstop1h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$293
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/314:40 pmPHX - SMF
1 stop3h 25mSouthwest
Wed 1/18:50 amSMF - PHX
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$299
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Tue 12/316:22 pmPHX - SMF
1 stop5h 13mDelta
Sun 1/510:35 amSMF - PHX
1 stop5h 12mDelta
Deal found 12/16$374
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/318:20 pmPHX - SMF
1 stop19h 27mAlaska Airlines
Thu 1/29:16 amSMF - PHX
2 stops9h 46mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/17$527
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/309:14 pmPHX - SMF
2 stops13h 14mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/34:14 pmSMF - PHX
1 stop20h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$560

Find flights from Phoenix to Sacramento within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Phoenix 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 18, 2024.

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PhoenixSacramento

PHX - SMF

PHXSMF

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 1/10

6:00 am-11:24 am

1 stop6h 24m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 1/13

9:32 am-5:42 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$158

PhoenixSacramento

PHX - SMF

PHXSMF

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 4/19

7:14 pm-6:59 pm

1 stop23h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/3

5:30 am-7:51 pm

1 stop14h 21m

$164

PhoenixSacramento

PHX - SMF

PHXSMF

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 1/25

6:20 am-4:49 pm

1 stop11h 29m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 2/22

6:00 am-9:26 pm

1 stop14h 26m

$223

PhoenixSacramento

PHX - SMF

PHXSMF

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 1/10

11:56 am-8:05 pm

1 stop9h 09m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 1/12

12:28 pm-7:13 pm

3 stops29h 45m

$244

PhoenixSacramento

PHX - SMF

PHXSMF

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 2/26

9:00 am-10:30 pm

1 stop14h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 3/1

5:24 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$264

PhoenixSacramento

PHX - SMF

PHXSMF

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 1/15

2:35 pm-3:53 pm

Nonstop2h 18m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/22

6:35 am-3:33 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$265

PhoenixSacramento

PHX - SMF

PHXSMF

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 1/7

5:35 pm-6:35 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/11

4:20 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$288

PhoenixSacramento

PHX - SMF

PHXSMF

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 3/2

6:30 am-9:53 am

1 stop4h 23m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/5

6:00 am-7:16 pm

2 stops12h 16m

$377

PhoenixSacramento

PHX - SMF

PHXSMF

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 1/10

11:56 am-8:05 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$54

PhoenixSacramento

PHX - SMF

PHXSMF

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 1/24

6:00 am-11:18 am

1 stop6h 18m

$56

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Best time to book a flight from Phoenix to Sacramento

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Travel insights for flights from Phoenix to Sacramento

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

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Phoenix to Sacramento may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 57 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Phoenix 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 18, 2024.

When flying from Phoenix to Sacramento, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 19% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Phoenix to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on June 30, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Phoenix to Sacramento flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday 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 18, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Phoenix to Sacramento, such as United Airlines, Frontier and Alaska Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

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
4,848 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,055 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

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
4,848 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix?

    For a flight from Phoenix to Sacramento, you will be flying into Sacramento Intl. Sacramento Intl (SMF) is just 9.4 mi from the center of the city. Sacramento Intl is the only Sacramento airport and it handles 6 inbound flights from Phoenix per day. 5 airlines have flights to Sacramento Intl from Phoenix on a regular basis.

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

    Currently priced at $158, Frontier will fly you from Phoenix to Sacramento and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and Spirit Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $223 and $244, respectively. You may be able to fly from Phoenix to Sacramento for 50% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Phoenix 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 $54. Frontier flights start at $56 while deals on American Airlines start at $127 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Phoenix to Sacramento?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Phoenix to Sacramento consider choosing Envoy Air (100%), Southwest (87%) or American Airlines (77%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Sacramento?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Phoenix to Sacramento? While on average our users pay $285, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $143. The most popular route (Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Sacramento Intl), is priced around $104.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Phoenix 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 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$92Average$128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$95Average$166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$190Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$211Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$246Average$619FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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