For shorter security lines, try the Tom Bradley International Terminal, especially in the morning and midday hours.
$67+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Sacramento (LAX - 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 11/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SMF
Jun 15 — Jun 221
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from | $115 (Cheapflightsfares) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $67 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $227 |
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Thu 7/101:09 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Thu 7/175:08 pmSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 6/9![Frontier logo]()
$115
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Tue 6/245:30 amLAX - SMF
1 stop3h 54mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/257:44 pmSMF - LAX
1 stop11h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/9![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$116
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Mon 8/189:20 amLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Tue 8/196:05 amSMF - LAX
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 6/9![Southwest logo]()
$119
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 8/1212:30 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 25mDelta
Sat 8/167:00 amSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 37mDelta
Deal found 6/8![Delta logo]()
$124
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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.
Fri 6/275:30 amLAX - SMF
1 stop3h 54mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/295:08 pmSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$126
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 8/94:30 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 29mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/156:00 amSMF - LAX
1 stop5h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/8![American Airlines logo]()
$196
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Fri 9/198:15 amLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 38mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/216:46 amSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9![United Airlines logo]()
$207
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Sacramento that are best for you.
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Los AngelesSacramento
LAX - SMF
LAXSMF
Los Angeles
Thu 7/10
1:09 pm-2:41 pm
Nonstop1h 32m
Sacramento Intl
Thu 7/17
5:08 pm-6:41 pm
Nonstop1h 33m
$115
Los AngelesSacramento
LAX - SMF
LAXSMF
Los Angeles
Tue 6/24
5:30 am-9:24 am
1 stop3h 54m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 6/25
7:44 pm-6:59 am
1 stop11h 15m
$116
Los AngelesSacramento
LAX - SMF
LAXSMF
Los Angeles
Wed 8/13
11:45 am-5:10 pm
1 stop5h 25m
Sacramento Intl
Thu 8/28
6:40 pm-8:10 pm
Nonstop1h 30m
$119
Los AngelesSacramento
LAX - SMF
LAXSMF
Los Angeles
Tue 8/12
9:55 pm-11:20 pm
Nonstop1h 25m
Sacramento Intl
Sat 8/16
7:00 am-8:37 am
Nonstop1h 37m
$124
Los AngelesSacramento
LAX - SMF
LAXSMF
Los Angeles
Fri 6/27
5:30 am-9:24 am
1 stop3h 54m
Sacramento Intl
Sun 6/29
5:08 pm-6:40 pm
Nonstop1h 32m
$126
Los AngelesSacramento
LAX - SMF
LAXSMF
Los Angeles
Thu 9/4
4:47 pm-6:22 pm
Nonstop1h 35m
Sacramento Intl
Mon 9/8
6:46 am-8:30 am
Nonstop1h 44m
$169
Los AngelesSacramento
LAX - SMF
LAXSMF
Los Angeles
Tue 8/12
4:30 pm-5:59 pm
Nonstop1h 29m
Sacramento Intl
Sat 8/16
12:58 pm-6:31 pm
1 stop5h 33m
$181
Los AngelesSacramento
LAX - SMF
LAXSMF
Los Angeles
Sat 11/1
4:31 pm-11:56 pm
1 stop7h 25m
$67
Los AngelesSacramento
LAX - SMF
LAXSMF
Los Angeles
Thu 7/3
1:09 pm-2:44 pm
Nonstop1h 35m
$68
Los AngelesSacramento
LAX - SMF
LAXSMF
Los Angeles
Sat 8/9
6:55 am-8:25 am
Nonstop1h 30m
$70
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Sacramento?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.
Booking 69 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Los Angeles to Sacramento. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to Sacramento?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Los Angeles to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 LAX to SMF?
Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 June 10, 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Los Angeles to Sacramento in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 25% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to Sacramento?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Sacramento flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Sacramento
Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Sacramento. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 10, 2025.
The most flights from LAX to SMF are scheduled on a Monday (81 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (43 on average).
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 June 10, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Los Angeles to Sacramento have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.1
Food
7.1
Comfort
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.1
Food
7.1
Comfort
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.1
Food
7.1
Comfort
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.1
Food
7.1
Comfort
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.1
Food
7.1
Comfort
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.1
Food
7.1
Comfort
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$36 | Average$96 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$52 | Average$148 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$84 | Average$199 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$88 | Average$225 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$113 | Average$217 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$117 | Average$241 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$154 | Average$378 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% |