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August 13 - August 18

Cheapest

Best

ABQ - Sacramento

$324

$232

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September 2 - September 8

ABQ - Sacramento

$290

$319

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September 9 - September 14

ABQ - Sacramento

$303

$324

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August 20 - August 24

ABQ - Sacramento

$327

$336

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September 4 - September 8

ABQ - Sacramento

$302

$362

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August 30 - August 31

ABQ - Sacramento

$330

$365

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September 25 - September 28

ABQ - Sacramento

$312

$369

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July 9 - July 14

ABQ - Sacramento

$305

$372

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October 23 - October 26

ABQ - Sacramento

$333

$374

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July 1 - July 6

Earliest

ABQ - Sacramento

$316

$383

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Insights for flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento

For cheap flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento, the cheapest month to fly is December, with a median fare of $219. Other affordable options include January, with a median fare of $355, and August, where the median price is $377. Planning your trip around these months can lead to more favorable pricing.

Fares for flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento typically range from $361–$397, with a median of $377. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 3% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptionally low prices can be challenging. New deals for this route appear almost daily, so setting a price alert can be beneficial.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. When connections are necessary, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should expect to include layovers as part of your journey from Albuquerque to Sacramento.

A typical journey from Albuquerque to Sacramento takes about 10h 11m, including connections. This duration accounts for itineraries with stopovers, which are common on this route. The total travel time reflects the need for at least one connection between these cities.

The distance between Albuquerque and Sacramento is 1391 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This distance typically involves a flight duration that can be managed within a single travel day, even with connections.

How much is a round trip from Albuquerque to Sacramento

Regular price: $277 - $373

Prices are currently below the regular range.

Roundtrip flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento typically range from $277 to $373. The current lowest deal is $232 with American Airlines for travel from Aug 13-Aug 18.

now $232

Low $277

High $373

The cheapest time to fly from Albuquerque to Sacramento

The cheapest month to fly from Albuquerque to Sacramento is December, with a median price of $219. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $1479. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $219

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,479

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Last-minute flights going from Albuquerque to Sacramento

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

ABQ - Sacramento

Albuquerque (ABQ) - Sacramento (SMF)

$464

$631

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

ABQ - Sacramento

Albuquerque (ABQ) - Sacramento (SMF)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$369

$558

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

ABQ - Sacramento

Albuquerque (ABQ) - Sacramento (SMF)

$469

$626

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

ABQ - Sacramento

Albuquerque (ABQ) - Sacramento (SMF)

$399

$570

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

ABQ - Sacramento

Albuquerque (ABQ) - Sacramento (SMF)

Southwest Airlines

$399

$626

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

ABQ - Sacramento

Albuquerque (ABQ) - Sacramento (SMF)

$470

$631

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento

5 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 18

$324 → $232

28%

4 nights

Aug 20 - Aug 24

$327 → $336

5 nights

Sep 9 - Sep 14

$303 → $324

6 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 8

$290 → $319

10%

Popular Airports to fly from Albuquerque to Sacramento

Albuquerque - Sacramento route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Albuquerque to Sacramento are below the typical level at $232.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from Albuquerque to Sacramento, with a median price of $219.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights typically take 10h 11m

The typical flight duration for connecting flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento is 10 hours and 11 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

This route is dominated by connecting flights, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

American Airlines offers a recent deal for $232

American Airlines recently offered a flight for $232 from Albuquerque to Sacramento.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently, about once per day

Deals for flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento appear frequently, about once per day.

Albuquerque main airports to depart from

Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)

Cheapest

Albuquerque International Sunport is a good option for flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento.

📍 ~6 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$232

Sacramento main airports to arrive at

Sacramento International (SMF)

Cheapest

Sacramento International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights to Sacramento.

📍 ~15 km from Sacramento (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$232

Airports nearby Sacramento used as alternative

Oakland International (OAK)

Cheapest

Oakland International is a major secondary hub with extensive domestic coverage, often less congested than SFO.

📍 ~120 km from Sacramento (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$257

San Francisco International (SFO)

San Francisco International is the primary international gateway for Northern California with the largest selection of carriers.

📍 ~140 km from Sacramento (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$274

San Jose International (SJC)

San Jose International is a reliable domestic hub with strong West Coast connectivity, efficient for South Bay.

📍 ~160 km from Sacramento (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$257

Stockton Metropolitan (SCK)

Stockton Metropolitan is geographically the closest alternative to Sacramento, offering a very small terminal.

📍 ~70 km from Sacramento (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$503

Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County (STS)

Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County is convenient for travelers on the western side of the Sacramento valley.

📍 ~130 km from Sacramento (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$311

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Sacramento

42% AI deal score

$2,941

From ABQ

Elite

Nov 22

Sacramento, United States

39% AI deal score

$1,820

From ABQ

Elite

Sep 21

Sacramento, United States

37% AI deal score

$2,798

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sacramento

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices from various airlines and booking sites can also help you identify better deals. Often, setting price alerts can notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking in advance can often lead to better prices, especially for popular routes. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, so it's wise to monitor fare fluctuations. Generally, avoiding peak travel seasons may result in more economical options.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes uncover more affordable flight options or different schedules. While it might add to your ground travel, the potential savings on airfare could be significant. Always factor in the total cost and convenience when considering alternative airports.

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Insights for flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento

How much is a round trip from Albuquerque to Sacramento

The cheapest time to fly from Albuquerque to Sacramento

Direct flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento

Last-minute flights going from Albuquerque to Sacramento

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento

Popular Airports to fly from Albuquerque to Sacramento

Albuquerque - Sacramento route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

December is historically the cheapest month to fly

Connecting flights typically take 10h 11m

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

American Airlines offers a recent deal for $232

Deals appear frequently, about once per day

Albuquerque main airports to depart from

Sacramento main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Sacramento used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Sacramento

Best Elite deals to Sacramento

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sacramento

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Are direct flights from Albuquerque to Sacramento always the best option?

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