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

Across the trailing 90 days, approximately 1.1% of flights from Sacramento to Dallas were non-stop. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers observed was 2. This indicates that direct routes are less common for this particular journey. Travelers should anticipate that most available options will involve at least one connection.

How long is the flight from Sacramento to Dallas?

The typical direct flight from Sacramento to Dallas has a median duration of 6 hours and 10 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration is slightly longer, at 6 hours and 43 minutes. The distance covered by this route is approximately 2298 kilometers. Travelers should account for these durations when planning their journey between the two cities.

How often do Sacramento to Dallas flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Sacramento to Dallas route have shown frequent drops. This indicates that travelers may often find opportunities to secure more affordable fares. The pricing trends observed over a 30-day period suggest that this route is one where price fluctuations are common, potentially offering chances for savings.

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Sacramento to Dallas: Overview

Insights for flights from Sacramento to Dallas

For cheap flights from Sacramento to Dallas, fares typically range from $302–$702, with a median of $401. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Approximately 25% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that competitive pricing is available if you watch for deals.

If you are wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Dallas, the data shows that January is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $180. February also offers lower prices, with a median of $250, followed by April, where the median fare is $257. These months present the best opportunities for finding more budget-friendly travel options.

Most itineraries on this route are connecting flights, with only about 1.1% of recent fares being non-stop. When flying with connections, you can expect a typical journey to include 2 stopovers. This means that travelers should plan for at least one layover on their journey from Sacramento to Dallas.

A typical journey from Sacramento to Dallas takes approximately 6h 10m, including connections. Since most itineraries involve at least one stopover, this duration reflects the overall travel time you can expect. The flight covers a distance of 2298 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul route.

How much is a round trip from Sacramento to Dallas

Regular price: $250 - $389

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

The regular price range for this route is $250-$389. The current lowest deal is $248 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 6-Sep 9.

now $248

Low $250

High $389

The cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Dallas

The cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Dallas is January, with a median price of $180. The most expensive month to fly is September, with a median price of $965. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $180

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $965

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Direct flights from Sacramento to Dallas

American Airlines

Southwest Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Sacramento to Dallas

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Dallas

Sacramento (SMF) - Dallas (DFW)

Frontier Airlines

$387

$258

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Dallas

Sacramento (SMF) - Dallas (DFW)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$404

$276

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Dallas

Sacramento (SMF) - Dallas (DFW)

Frontier Airlines

$405

$259

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Dallas

Sacramento (SMF) - Dallas (DAL)

$537

$315

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Dallas

Sacramento (SMF) - Dallas (DFW)

Frontier Airlines

$405

$259

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Dallas

Sacramento (SMF) - Dallas (DAL)

$533

$311

One-way

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

14 nights

Dec 29 - Jan 12

$698 → $315

55%

7 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 8

$689 → $314

54%

7 nights

Dec 15 - Dec 22

$722 → $377

48%

7 nights

Dec 14 - Dec 21

$722 → $377

48%

Popular Airports to fly from Sacramento to Dallas

Sacramento - Dallas route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Sacramento to Dallas are above the typical level at $424.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in January for the best prices

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Dallas, with a median price of $180.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 6h 10m

A direct flight from Sacramento to Dallas typically takes 6h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

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

🏆 Airline highlight

American Airlines offers direct flights

American Airlines offers direct flights from Sacramento to Dallas.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Sacramento to Dallas are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Sacramento main airports to depart from

Sacramento International (SMF)

Cheapest

Sacramento International is a convenient option for flights from Sacramento to Dallas.

📍 ~15 km from Sacramento (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$230

Dallas main airports to arrive at

Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW)

Cheapest

Dallas/Fort Worth International is a convenient arrival airport for flights from Sacramento to Dallas.

📍 ~26 km from Dallas city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$230

Airports nearby Dallas used as alternative

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

Austin–Bergstrom International is a reliable alternative for central Texas travel, offering a strong variety of carriers.

📍 ~310 km from Dallas (reachable by car, approximately 3-hour drive, traffic can be unpredictable)

💸 Flights from ~$221

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Dallas

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Dallas

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Sacramento to Dallas is typically 14-27 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price observed was around $281. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees a significantly higher average price of $1146. Even booking 60+ days out, while better than last-minute, showed an average price of $287, slightly above the 14-27 day sweet spot. This trend was observed across a trailing 90-day period.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Sacramento to Dallas is considered to be $302 or less. The median price for this route was $401, while prices at the 75th percentile reached $702. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target fares at or below the $302 threshold to secure a competitive deal.

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Dallas, with a median price of $180. February and April also offered competitive prices, with median fares of $250 and $257 respectively. Across the trailing 270 days, the annual median price for this route was $401. While April was among the cheapest, it also represented the most expensive single month, indicating price variability.

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Sacramento to Dallas: Overview

Insights for flights from Sacramento to Dallas

How much is a round trip from Sacramento to Dallas

Regular price: $250 - $389

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

The regular price range for this route is $250-$389. The current lowest deal is $248 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 6-Sep 9.

now $248

Low $250

High $389

The cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Dallas

January

Cheapest

Flights from $180

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $965

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