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October 21 - October 28

Cheapest

Best

SMF - Boston

$391

$209

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October 19 - October 28

SMF - Boston

$387

$239

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September 11 - September 15

SMF - Boston

$345

$240

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September 19 - September 26

SMF - Boston

$340

$242

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October 1 - October 3

SMF - Boston

$386

$269

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September 17 - September 22

SMF - Boston

$348

$272

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August 18 - August 25

SMF - Boston

$410

$275

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August 12 - August 25

Earliest

SMF - Boston

$374

$279

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August 12 - August 18

Earliest

SMF - Boston

$404

$279

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September 8 - September 16

SMF - Boston

$322

$287

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Insights for flights from Sacramento to Boston

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Sacramento to Boston, January stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $149. Other budget-friendly options include November, where the median fare is $180, and May, with a median fare of $289. Planning your trip around these months can lead to significant savings on your journey.

Fares for flights from Sacramento to Boston typically range from $298–$750, with a median price of $536. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Approximately 24% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that competitive deals can be found if you monitor prices. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial.

When flying from Sacramento to Boston, most itineraries connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were for direct flights from Sacramento to Boston. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 2. This means you should expect at least one stop on your journey.

A typical journey from Sacramento to Boston takes about 20h 53m, including connections. This duration accounts for the time spent in the air and any layovers you might have. Given the long-haul nature of this route, a travel time of this length is standard when considering connecting flights.

The distance between Sacramento and Boston is approximately 4232 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul route. This considerable distance necessitates a longer travel time and often involves connecting flights to reach your destination.

How much is a round trip from Sacramento to Boston

Regular price: $326 - $504

Prices from Sacramento to Boston are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Sacramento to Boston is typically between $326 and $504. The current lowest deal is $209 with American Airlines for travel from Oct 21-Oct 28.

now $209

Low $326

High $504

The cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Boston

The cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Boston is January, with a median price of $149. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $711. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $149

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $711

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Direct flights from Sacramento to Boston

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Last-minute flights going from Sacramento to Boston

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Boston

Sacramento (SMF) - Boston (BOS)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$567

$491

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Boston

Sacramento (SMF) - Boston (BOS)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$491

$402

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Boston

Sacramento (SMF) - Boston (BOS)

United Airlines

$471

$361

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Boston

Sacramento (SMF) - Boston (BOS)

United Airlines

$545

$361

One-way

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Boston

Sacramento (SMF) - Boston (BOS)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$523

$377

One-way

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Boston

Sacramento (SMF) - Boston (BOS)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$465

$297

One-way

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

5 nights

Dec 16 - Dec 21

$633 → $343

46%

4 nights

Dec 17 - Dec 21

$637 → $392

38%

6 nights

Dec 16 - Dec 22

$629 → $399

37%

4 nights

Dec 16 - Dec 20

$637 → $411

35%

Popular Airports to fly from Sacramento to Boston

Sacramento - Boston route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Sacramento to Boston are above the typical level at a median of $536.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest at $149

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Boston, with a median price of $149.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 20h 53m

Flights from Sacramento to Boston typically involve connections, with an average total duration of 20h 53m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Deals are frequent for connecting flights

This route frequently has deals, with an average of 1.03 deals per day over the last 30 days.

🏆 Airline highlight

American Airlines offers a recent deal for $209

American Airlines recently offered a deal for $209 from Sacramento to Boston for October 21-October 28.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider November for lower prices

Historically, November also offers lower prices, with a median of $180 for this route.

Sacramento main airports to depart from

Sacramento International (SMF)

Cheapest

Sacramento International Airport offers flights to Boston, making it a convenient departure option.

📍 ~15 km from Sacramento (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$209

Boston main airports to arrive at

Logan International (BOS)

Cheapest

Logan International Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights from Sacramento to Boston.

📍 ~5 km from Boston city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$209

Airports nearby Boston used as alternative

Rhode Island T. F. Green Int'l Airport (PVD)

This airport is a major regional alternative with a wide range of domestic and some international connections.

📍 ~50 km from Boston (approximately 1 hour drive from downtown Boston depending on traffic)

💸 Flights from ~$325

Manchester–Boston Regional (MHT)

This airport is a primary alternative for travelers north of Boston and is significantly less congested.

📍 ~75 km from Boston

💸 Flights from ~$350

Bradley International (BDL)

This large international airport serves as a major hub for Southern New England with diverse destination options.

📍 ~142 km from Boston (requiring a nearly 2-hour drive)

💸 Flights from ~$357

Portland International Jetport (PWM)

Cheapest

This highly reliable regional jetport offers good connectivity for travelers heading to Maine.

📍 ~160 km from Boston

💸 Flights from ~$291

Worcester Regional (ORH)

This airport is geographically close to the western Boston suburbs, offering a low-stress environment.

📍 ~65 km from Boston

💸 Flights from ~$572

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Boston

74% AI deal score

$1,680

From SMF

Elite

Jun 25

Boston, United States

72% AI deal score

$2,538

From SMF

Elite

Jun 18

Boston, United States

68% AI deal score

$3,079

From SMF

Elite

Oct 11

Boston, United States

67% AI deal score

$2,740

From SMF

Elite

Aug 20

Boston, United States

65% AI deal score

$3,354

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Boston

Historically, the lowest prices for flights from Sacramento to Boston are found when booking 60+ days in advance, with an average price of $429. Booking 14-27 days out typically sees an average price of $590. For those booking 7-13 days before departure, the average price increases to $906. Planning ahead by more than two months generally offers the most significant savings.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Sacramento to Boston is considered to be $298 or less. The median price for this route has been $536. Prices can go up to $750 or more for the higher end of fares. Travelers should aim for prices around or below the $298 mark for a cost-effective journey.

Historically, January and November are typically the cheapest months to fly from Sacramento to Boston, with median prices of $149 and $180 respectively. May also offers a relatively good value with a median price of $289. The annual median price for this route is $536, indicating that these months offer substantial savings compared to the yearly average.

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