Are there direct flights from Los Angeles to Sacramento?

Yes, direct flights are available from Los Angeles to Sacramento. Historically, direct flights accounted for approximately 48.9% of all observed flights on this route. For journeys involving connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was 2. Travelers prioritizing convenience may find a good selection of direct options.

What's the flight time from Los Angeles to Sacramento?

The typical direct flight time from Los Angeles to Sacramento is approximately 1 hour and 33 minutes, covering a distance of 600 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, typically have a significantly longer duration, averaging around 6 hours and 58 minutes. Travelers should consider these differences when planning their journey.

How often do cheap flights from Los Angeles to Sacramento come up?

Based on historical data, cheap flights from Los Angeles to Sacramento come up frequently. This route is classified as having frequent availability for good deals. Travelers looking for value on this route can expect to find opportunities regularly.

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Explore current cheapest deals departing from Los Angeles to Sacramento

2026-09-12 – 2026-09-15
LAX - Sacramento
75% AI deal score
$139
$63
Round trip
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2026-10-14 – 2026-10-21
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2026-08-11 – 2026-08-12
LAX - Sacramento
74% AI deal score
$128
$66
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2026-10-07 – 2026-10-10
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72% AI deal score
$117
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Los Angeles to Sacramento: Overview

Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Sacramento

Fares for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Sacramento typically range from $99–$553, with a median of $309. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 6% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding lower prices may require some flexibility.

A typical journey from Los Angeles to Sacramento takes about 1h 33m, including itineraries with connections. While a meaningful share of flights are non-stop, many itineraries involve at least one stop. For connecting flights, the median number of stopovers is 2.

The distance between Los Angeles and Sacramento is approximately 600 km, classifying this as a short-haul route. This means you can expect a relatively quick travel time, making it suitable for short trips or weekend getaways.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Sacramento? The most affordable months to fly are typically April, with a median fare of $88, followed closely by September at $89. October also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $94. These months present the best opportunities for securing lower prices on this route.

A meaningful share of recent fares, specifically 48.9%, are for direct flights from Los Angeles to Sacramento. This indicates that while almost half of the itineraries are non-stop, you will also find many options that include connections. For those connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Sacramento

Regular price: $94 - $189

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

The regular price range for flights from Los Angeles to Sacramento is between $94 and $189. The current lowest deal is $63 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 12-Sep 15.

now $63

Low $94

High $189

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Sacramento

The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Sacramento is August, with a median price of $108. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $793. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $108

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $793

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Sacramento

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Sacramento

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Sacramento

Los Angeles (LAX) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$128

$101

One-way

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Sacramento

Los Angeles (LAX) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$138

$91

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Sacramento

Los Angeles (LAX) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$124

$66

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Sacramento

Los Angeles (LAX) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$123

$72

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Sacramento

Los Angeles (LAX) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$124

$87

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Sacramento

Los Angeles (LAX) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$122

$100

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Los Angeles to Sacramento

3 nights

Aug 27 - Aug 30

$339 → $224

34%

1 night

Sep 23 - Sep 24

$273 → $160

41%

7 nights

Sep 8 - Sep 15

$257 → $157

39%

2 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 9

$271 → $177

35%

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Sacramento

Los Angeles - Sacramento route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Los Angeles to Sacramento are above the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April, September, or October for the best prices

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Los Angeles to Sacramento are April, September, and October.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 33m

The typical direct flight from Los Angeles to Sacramento takes 1h 33m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Nearly half of recent flights are direct

48.9% of recent flights from Los Angeles to Sacramento are direct, with frequent deals.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines is a carrier with direct flights available on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are uncommon for this route

Historically, only 6% of recent fares from Los Angeles to Sacramento were considered good prices.

Los Angeles main airports to depart from

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International Airport is a good option for flights from Los Angeles to Sacramento.

📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$63

Sacramento main airports to arrive at

Sacramento International (SMF)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~15 km from Sacramento (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$63

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)

💸 Flights from ~$142

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Sacramento

49% AI deal score

$435

$397

Save $38

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sacramento

Historically, booking flights from Los Angeles to Sacramento 60+ days in advance has yielded the lowest average prices, at approximately $208. Prices tend to increase significantly closer to the departure date. For example, flights booked 7-13 days out averaged around $612, while those booked 14-27 days in advance were approximately $335. Planning ahead by at least two months typically offers the best value for this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Los Angeles to Sacramento was considered to be around $99. The median price for this route was $309. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares being $553 or less. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target prices at or below the $99 threshold.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Los Angeles to Sacramento have been April, September, and October. During these months, median prices were approximately $88, $89, and $94, respectively. The annual median price for this route was $309. While October was also the most expensive month on average, it still offered competitive prices compared to the annual median.

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Los Angeles to Sacramento: Overview

Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Sacramento

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Sacramento

Regular price: $94 - $189

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

The regular price range for flights from Los Angeles to Sacramento is between $94 and $189. The current lowest deal is $63 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 12-Sep 15.

now $63

Low $94

High $189

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Sacramento

August

Cheapest

Flights from $108

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $793

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Sacramento

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Sacramento

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Sacramento

Los Angeles (LAX) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$128

$101

One-way

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Sacramento

Los Angeles (LAX) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$138

$91

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Sacramento

Los Angeles (LAX) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$124

$66

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Sacramento

Los Angeles (LAX) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$123

$72

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Sacramento

Los Angeles (LAX) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$124

$87

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Sacramento

Los Angeles (LAX) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$122

$100

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Los Angeles to Sacramento

3 nights

Aug 27 - Aug 30

$339 → $224

34%

1 night

Sep 23 - Sep 24

$273 → $160

41%

7 nights

Sep 8 - Sep 15

$257 → $157

39%

2 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 9

$271 → $177

35%

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Sacramento