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August 7 - August 14

Cheapest

Best

Earliest

SCK - Phoenix

$133

$90

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August 17 - August 21

SCK - Phoenix

$139

$105

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August 10 - August 14

SCK - Phoenix

$139

$105

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August 7 - August 17

Earliest

SCK - Phoenix

$121

$105

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August 7 - August 21

Earliest

SCK - Phoenix

$118

$105

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September 14 - September 28

SCK - Phoenix

$136

$105

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August 14 - August 21

SCK - Phoenix

$134

$108

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September 25 - September 28

Best

SCK - Phoenix

$162

$108

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August 14 - August 17

SCK - Phoenix

$139

$109

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August 17 - August 31

SCK - Phoenix

$122

$110

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Insights for flights from Sacramento to Phoenix

For those looking for cheap flights from Sacramento to Phoenix, January stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $153. Other budget-friendly options include May, with a median fare of $225, and April, where prices average around $226. Planning your trip during these months can lead to significant savings on your journey.

Right now, fares for flights from Sacramento to Phoenix typically range from $220 to $378, with a median price of $262. Current fares are near the typical level for this route. Approximately 18% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that competitive deals are available if you monitor prices. New deals appear almost daily, making it beneficial to set up a price alert.

When flying from Sacramento to Phoenix, most itineraries connect at least once, as only 9.1% of recent fares were for direct flights. For the majority of journeys that include connections, you can expect to have 2 stopovers. This means that while direct flights from Sacramento to Phoenix are less common, connecting options provide ample choices for travel.

A typical journey from Sacramento to Phoenix, including connections, takes about 7h 42m. This duration accounts for the median flight time across all observed itineraries, reflecting the common need for stopovers on this route. Travelers should factor in this total journey time when planning their trip between these two cities.

The distance between Sacramento and Phoenix is approximately 1040 kilometers. This classifies the route as a short-haul flight, meaning it is a relatively short journey. Despite being a short-haul route, the prevalence of connecting flights contributes to the overall journey time.

How much is a round trip from Sacramento to Phoenix

Regular price: $107 - $264

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Stockton Metropolitan to Phoenix Sky Harbor International is $107 to $264. The current lowest deal is $90 with Allegiant Air, departing on Aug 7 and returning on Aug 14.

now $90

Low $107

High $264

The cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Phoenix

The cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Phoenix is January, with a median price of $153. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $1017. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $153

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,017

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Direct flights from Sacramento to Phoenix

Allegiant Air

Last-minute flights going from Sacramento to Phoenix

Fri, Jun 26

⌛ Last-Minute

SCK - Phoenix

Stockton (SCK) - Phoenix (PHX)

Allegiant Air

$352

$242

One-way

Mon, Jul 6

⌛ Last-Minute

SCK - Phoenix

Stockton (SCK) - Phoenix (PHX)

Allegiant Air

$132

$179

One-way

Mon, Jul 6

⌛ Last-Minute

SCK - Phoenix

Stockton (SCK) - Phoenix (PHX)

Allegiant Air

$306

$202

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Phoenix

Sacramento (SMF) - Phoenix (PHX)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$231

$190

One-way

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

SCK - Phoenix

Stockton (SCK) - Phoenix (PHX)

Allegiant Air

$292

$203

One-way

Fri, Jul 10

⌛ Last-Minute

SCK - Phoenix

Stockton (SCK) - Phoenix (PHX)

Allegiant Air

$135

$159

One-way

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

8 nights

Oct 27 - Nov 4

$413 → $164

60%

7 nights

Dec 24 - Dec 31

$580 → $348

40%

7 nights

Oct 7 - Oct 14

$412 → $190

54%

5 nights

Oct 7 - Oct 12

$421 → $229

46%

Popular Airports to fly from Sacramento to Phoenix

Sacramento - Phoenix route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares for flights from Sacramento to Phoenix are near the typical level of $262.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest at $153

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Phoenix, with a median price of $153.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 7h 42m

The median flight time from Sacramento to Phoenix is 7 hours and 42 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Allegiant Air offers direct flights

Allegiant Air is one airline that offers direct flights from Sacramento to Phoenix.

🎯 Booking tip

Frequent deals are available

Deals for flights from Sacramento to Phoenix are frequent, with over 1 deal per day.

Sacramento main airports to depart from

Sacramento International (SMF)

Cheapest

Sacramento International offers flights to Phoenix, making it a good option for your trip.

📍 ~15 km from Sacramento (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$164

Phoenix main airports to arrive at

Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX)

Cheapest

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Sacramento to Phoenix.

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

💸 Flights from ~$90

Phoenix–Mesa Gateway (AZA)

Phoenix–Mesa Gateway Airport offers an alternative arrival point for your journey from Sacramento to Phoenix.

📍 ~49 km from Phoenix city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$292

Airports nearby Phoenix used as alternative

Tucson International (TUS)

Tucson International is a reliable alternative with significant commercial traffic for Phoenix travelers.

📍 ~180 km from Phoenix (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$234

Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)

Cheapest

Harry Reid International Airport often provides more competitive pricing and direct flight options than PHX.

📍 ~400 km from Phoenix (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$67

Palm Springs International (PSP)

Palm Springs International is a good alternative for travelers on the west side of the Phoenix valley.

📍 ~220 km from Phoenix (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$226

Flagstaff Pulliam (FLG)

Flagstaff Pulliam is relatively close for residents in North Phoenix with simple terminal navigation.

📍 ~200 km from Phoenix (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$515

Ernest A. Love Field (PRC)

Ernest A. Love Field is useful for very specific regional connections, being geographically closest to Phoenix.

📍 ~140 km from Phoenix (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$275

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Phoenix

Phoenix, United States

38% AI deal score

$1,170

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Phoenix

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Sacramento to Phoenix is typically 28-59 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket is around $248. Prices tend to increase significantly for bookings made closer to the travel date, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging $683. Even bookings made 7-13 days in advance show a higher average price of $517, indicating that planning ahead can lead to substantial savings.

A good deal for a flight from Sacramento to Phoenix is considered to be $220 or less. This threshold is based on historical pricing data from the trailing 90 days. The median price for this route across the trailing quarter was $262, with 75% of prices falling below $378. By aiming for prices at or below $220, travelers can typically secure a favorable fare for their journey.

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Phoenix, with a median price of $153. Other relatively inexpensive months include May, with a median price of $225, and April, with a median price of $226. The annual median price for this route is $262. Travelers looking for the most budget-friendly options should consider flying in January to take advantage of the lowest historical fares.

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