How many flights from Atlanta to Sacramento are non-stop?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 10% of flights from Atlanta to Sacramento are non-stop. For flights that include connections, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that direct options are less common for this route.

How long does it take to fly from Atlanta to Sacramento?

A direct flight from Atlanta to Sacramento typically takes about 4 hours and 54 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time extends to approximately 8 hours and 12 minutes. The total distance covered on this route is 3360 kilometers.

Should I set a price alert for Atlanta to Sacramento flights?

Given that deals for flights from Atlanta to Sacramento are historically frequent, setting a price alert is a recommended strategy. This allows travelers to be notified when prices drop, potentially securing a better fare. Monitoring prices for this route can be beneficial due to the consistent availability of deals.

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Atlanta to Sacramento: Overview

Insights for flights from Atlanta to Sacramento

Most itineraries for flights from Atlanta to Sacramento connect at least once, with only a 0.1% share of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of itineraries that involve connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means that travelers should generally expect to include at least one stop on their journey.

If you are looking for cheap flights from Atlanta to Sacramento, right now, fares are typically $369–$679, with a median of $444. Current fares are below the typical level, and about 12% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find favorable prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Atlanta to Sacramento? The most affordable month to fly is January, with a median fare of $303. Following closely, August and September also offer competitive prices, both with a median fare of $391.

How long is the flight from Atlanta to Sacramento? A typical journey from Atlanta to Sacramento, including connections, takes approximately 17h 31m. Given that most itineraries involve at least one stop, this duration reflects the total travel time from departure to arrival.

How much is a round trip from Atlanta to Sacramento

Regular price: $262 - $527

Prices for flights from Atlanta to Sacramento are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Atlanta to Sacramento is typically between $262 and $527. Currently, the lowest deal found is $220 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Oct 7-Oct 13.

now $220

Low $262

High $527

The cheapest time to fly from Atlanta to Sacramento

The cheapest month to fly from Atlanta to Sacramento is January, with a median price of $303. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $809. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $303

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $809

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Atlanta to Sacramento

Deutsche Luft Hansa

Last-minute flights going from Atlanta to Sacramento

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ATL - Sacramento

Atlanta (ATL) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$489

$405

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ATL - Sacramento

Atlanta (ATL) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$512

$429

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

ATL - Sacramento

Atlanta (ATL) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$395

$291

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

ATL - Sacramento

Atlanta (ATL) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$426

$348

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

ATL - Sacramento

Atlanta (ATL) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$429

$346

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

ATL - Sacramento

Atlanta (ATL) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$374

$291

One-way

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

7 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 15

$671 → $322

52%

4 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 5

$675 → $407

40%

8 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 12

$658 → $393

40%

7 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 11

$665 → $425

36%

Popular Airports to fly from Atlanta to Sacramento

Atlanta - Sacramento route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares are below the typical level, with 12% of recent fares considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $303.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 17h 31m

The typical flight duration for this route is 17 hours and 31 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 90% of available options, typically with 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal for $220

Frontier Airlines recently offered a flight for $220 from October 7-October 13.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals for flights on this route appear frequently, typically within a 30-day window.

Atlanta main airports to depart from

Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International (ATL)

Cheapest

Departing from ATL offers a direct option for flights to Sacramento.

📍 ~15 km from Atlanta city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$246

Sacramento main airports to arrive at

Sacramento International (SMF)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~15 km from Sacramento (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$246

Airports nearby Sacramento used as alternative

Oakland International (OAK)

Oakland International is a major hub with extensive flight options and often a convenient alternative to SFO.

📍 ~120 km from Sacramento (reachable by car, subject to heavy Bay Area commuter traffic during peak hours)

💸 Flights from ~$240

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Sacramento

87% AI deal score

$1,995

$1,290

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sacramento

Historically, the best prices for flights from Atlanta to Sacramento are found when booking between 14 and 27 days in advance. During this period, the average price is around $382. Booking 7-13 days out typically sees prices at approximately $575, while waiting until 0-6 days before departure can result in an average price of $1232. For those planning further ahead, booking 60+ days in advance shows an average price of $488.

A good deal for a flight from Atlanta to Sacramento is considered to be $369 or less. Historically, across the trailing quarter, the median price for this route has been around $444. Prices can range up to $679 or more, so finding a fare at or below the $369 threshold indicates a favorable price.

Historically, January stands out as the cheapest month to fly from Atlanta to Sacramento, with a median price of $303. August and September also offer competitive prices, both with a median of $391. The annual median price for this route is $444, making these months particularly attractive for budget-conscious travelers.

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Atlanta to Sacramento: Overview

Insights for flights from Atlanta to Sacramento

How much is a round trip from Atlanta to Sacramento

Regular price: $262 - $527

Prices for flights from Atlanta to Sacramento are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Atlanta to Sacramento is typically between $262 and $527. Currently, the lowest deal found is $220 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Oct 7-Oct 13.

now $220

Low $262

High $527

The cheapest time to fly from Atlanta to Sacramento

January

Cheapest

Flights from $303

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $809

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Atlanta to Sacramento

Deutsche Luft Hansa

Last-minute flights going from Atlanta to Sacramento

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ATL - Sacramento

Atlanta (ATL) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$489

$405

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ATL - Sacramento

Atlanta (ATL) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$512

$429

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

ATL - Sacramento

Atlanta (ATL) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$395

$291

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

ATL - Sacramento

Atlanta (ATL) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$426

$348

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

ATL - Sacramento

Atlanta (ATL) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$429

$346

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

ATL - Sacramento

Atlanta (ATL) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$374

$291

One-way

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

7 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 15

$671 → $322

52%

4 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 5

$675 → $407

40%

8 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 12

$658 → $393

40%

7 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 11

$665 → $425

36%

Popular Airports to fly from Atlanta to Sacramento