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$104+ Cheap flights from Richmond to Sacramento (RIC - SMF)

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) 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 febrero 27, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$313
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$104
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$625
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Cheapest flights from Richmond to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on febrero 27, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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.
mié. 4/96:45 amRIC - SMF
1 stop9h 44mAmerican Airlines
mié. 4/3011:12 amSMF - RIC
1 stop9h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/27$313
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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.
lun. 4/213:25 pmRIC - SMF
1 stop10h 45mSouthwest
sáb. 4/265:00 amSMF - RIC
1 stop7h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 2/26$320
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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.
jue. 4/245:15 amRIC - SMF
2 stops30h 18mSpirit Airlines
dom. 4/277:34 pmSMF - RIC
3 stops21h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/27$343
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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.
jue. 4/249:19 pmRIC - SMF
3 stops42h 03mMultiple Airlines
dom. 4/277:34 pmSMF - RIC
3 stops21h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/27$360
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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.
mar. 4/225:40 amRIC - SMF
2 stops13h 38mDelta
dom. 4/2710:00 pmSMF - RIC
1 stop7h 59mDelta
Deal found 2/27$375
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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.
sáb. 4/56:15 amRIC - SMF
2 stops14h 43mUnited Airlines
vie. 4/116:50 amSMF - RIC
2 stops13h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/26$442
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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.
lun. 4/213:32 pmRIC - SMF
3 stops20h 29mAlaska Airlines
sáb. 4/267:00 amSMF - RIC
2 stops12h 51mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/26$773

Find flights from Richmond to Sacramento within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond 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 febrero 27, 2025.

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RichmondSacramento

RIC - SMF

RICSMF

Richmond Byrd Intl

mié. 4/9

6:45 am-1:29 pm

1 stop9h 44m

Sacramento Intl

mié. 4/30

11:12 am-11:44 pm

1 stop9h 32m

$313

RichmondSacramento

RIC - SMF

RICSMF

Richmond Byrd Intl

lun. 4/21

3:25 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop10h 45m

Sacramento Intl

sáb. 4/26

5:00 am-3:35 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$320

RichmondSacramento

RIC - SMF

RICSMF

Richmond Byrd Intl

jue. 4/24

5:15 am-8:33 am

2 stops30h 18m

Sacramento Intl

dom. 4/27

7:34 pm-8:14 pm

3 stops21h 40m

$343

RichmondSacramento

RIC - SMF

RICSMF

Richmond Byrd Intl

jue. 4/24

9:19 pm-12:22 pm

3 stops42h 03m

Sacramento Intl

dom. 4/27

7:34 pm-8:14 pm

3 stops21h 40m

$360

RichmondSacramento

RIC - SMF

RICSMF

Richmond Byrd Intl

mar. 4/22

5:40 am-4:18 pm

2 stops13h 38m

Sacramento Intl

dom. 4/27

10:00 pm-8:59 am

1 stop7h 59m

$375

RichmondSacramento

RIC - SMF

RICSMF

Richmond Byrd Intl

sáb. 4/5

6:15 am-5:58 pm

2 stops14h 43m

Sacramento Intl

vie. 4/11

6:50 am-11:32 pm

2 stops13h 42m

$442

RichmondSacramento

RIC - SMF

RICSMF

Richmond Byrd Intl

lun. 4/21

3:32 pm-9:01 am

3 stops20h 29m

Sacramento Intl

sáb. 4/26

7:00 am-10:51 pm

2 stops12h 51m

$773

RichmondSacramento

RIC - SMF

RICSMF

Richmond Byrd Intl

mié. 5/14

10:20 am-11:56 pm

2 stops16h 36m

$104

RichmondSacramento

RIC - SMF

RICSMF

Richmond Byrd Intl

mié. 4/2

8:00 am-12:35 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$133

RichmondSacramento

RIC - SMF

RICSMF

Richmond Byrd Intl

mié. 5/14

7:20 pm-12:31 am

1 stop8h 11m

$157

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Compare providers for flights from Richmond 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 Richmond to Sacramento in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Richmond-Sacramento flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Richmond-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Richmond-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Richmond-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 Richmond-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 Richmond to Sacramento

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Travel insights for flights from Richmond to Sacramento

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Richmond to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $448). 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 RIC to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond 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 febrero 27, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Richmond to Sacramento at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 10% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Richmond to Sacramento flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings 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 febrero 27, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Richmond to Sacramento to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,362 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

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
4,362 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,362 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

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
9,717 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,362 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

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
8,140 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,362 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

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
8,723 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,362 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

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
4,362 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

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 Richmond 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 Richmond to Sacramento round-trip?

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Sacramento, with prices starting at $313. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Southwest and Spirit Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $320 and $343, respectively. American Airlines is currently priced 37% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $104. Users have also found prices from $133 and $157 on Southwest and American Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Richmond to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $448). 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 Richmond to Sacramento

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Richmond 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 febrero 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$150Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$336Average$602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$343Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$346Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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