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Today’s best flight deals from Sacramento to Long Beach

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Sacramento to Long Beach

August 18 - August 20

Cheapest

SMF - Long Beach

$335

$157

Round trip

August 5 - August 8

Cheapest
Earliest

SMF - Long Beach

$346

$157

Round trip

August 6 - August 8

Cheapest

SMF - Long Beach

$348

$157

Round trip

August 27 - August 29

Cheapest

SMF - Long Beach

$324

$157

Round trip

August 13 - August 15

Cheapest

SMF - Long Beach

$338

$157

Round trip

August 11 - August 13

Cheapest

SMF - Long Beach

$342

$157

Round trip

October 26 - October 31

Cheapest

SMF - Long Beach

$629

$157

Round trip

October 17 - October 21

Cheapest

SMF - Long Beach

$611

$157

Round trip

October 3 - October 5

SMF - Long Beach

$602

$161

Round trip

August 22 - August 24

Best

SMF - Long Beach

$551

$166

Round trip

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Sacramento to Long Beach: Overview

Insights for flights from Sacramento to Long Beach

Flights from Sacramento to Long Beach cover a distance of 624 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This means you can expect a relatively quick journey, though the overall travel time can vary significantly based on connections. New deals appear almost daily for this route, so frequent checks can be beneficial for finding cheap flights from Sacramento to Long Beach.
When considering cheap flights from Sacramento to Long Beach, fares typically range from $329 to $805, with a median price of $428. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, and 81% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating favorable conditions for travelers.
The cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Long Beach is often in March, with a median fare of $231. Other affordable months include December, where the median fare is $236, and January, with a median fare of $274. Planning your trip during these months could lead to significant savings.
For flights from Sacramento to Long Beach, most itineraries connect at least once. Only 0.5% of recent fares were for direct flights from Sacramento to Long Beach. When itineraries include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2.
A typical journey from Sacramento to Long Beach takes approximately 11h 46m, including connections. This duration accounts for the time spent on connecting flights, which are common on this route given the low share of direct flights.

How much is a round trip from Sacramento to Long Beach

Regular price: $228 - $425

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

The regular price range for this route is $228 to $425. The current lowest deal is $157 with Southwest Airlines, for travel from Aug 8-Aug 17.

now $157

Low $228

High $425

The cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Long Beach

The cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Long Beach is March, with a median price of $231. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $1037. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $231

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,037

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Direct flights from Sacramento to Long Beach

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Last-minute flights going from Sacramento to Long Beach

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Long Beach

Southwest Airlines

Sacramento (SMF) - Long Beach (LGB)

Southwest Airlines

$360

$274

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Long Beach

Southwest Airlines

Sacramento (SMF) - Long Beach (LGB)

Southwest Airlines

$351

$157

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Long Beach

Southwest Airlines

Sacramento (SMF) - Long Beach (LGB)

Southwest Airlines

$344

$157

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Long Beach

Southwest Airlines

Sacramento (SMF) - Long Beach (LGB)

Southwest Airlines

$348

$157

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Long Beach

Southwest Airlines

Sacramento (SMF) - Long Beach (LGB)

Southwest Airlines

$344

$238

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Long Beach

Southwest Airlines

Sacramento (SMF) - Long Beach (LGB)

Southwest Airlines

$343

$292

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Sacramento to Long Beach

1 night

Oct 30 - Oct 31

$935  →  $332

65%

2 nights

Sep 5 - Sep 7

$790  →  $212

73%

1 night

Oct 27 - Oct 28

$903  →  $339

62%

3 nights

Oct 28 - Oct 31

$902  →  $339

62%

Popular Airports to fly from Sacramento to Long Beach

Sacramento - Long Beach route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Sacramento to Long Beach are below the typical level at $157.

📅 Best time to fly

March is historically cheapest

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $231.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 11h 46m connecting

Connecting flights from Sacramento to Long Beach typically take 11h 46m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 2 stopovers typical when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Southwest Airlines offers direct flights

Southwest Airlines offers direct flights on the Sacramento to Long Beach route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Deals on flights from Sacramento to Long Beach are frequent.

Sacramento main airports to depart from

Sacramento International (SMF)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~15 km from Sacramento (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$157

Long Beach main airports to arrive at

Long Beach (LGB)

Cheapest

Long Beach Airport is a convenient arrival option for travelers flying from Sacramento to Long Beach.

📍 ~7 km from Long Beach (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$157

Airports nearby Long Beach used as alternative

John Wayne (SNA)

John Wayne (SNA) is a premier alternative due to its proximity and similar ease of use.

📍 ~30 km from Long Beach (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$198

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International (LAX) is a primary choice for international routes and budget-conscious travelers.

📍 ~30 km from Long Beach (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$86

Hollywood Burbank (BUR)

Hollywood Burbank (BUR) offers a small airport feel and efficient boarding processes for travelers.

📍 ~50 km from Long Beach (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$196

Ontario International (ONT)

Ontario International (ONT) is significantly less crowded and offers good availability for domestic routes.

📍 ~60 km from Long Beach (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$192

San Diego International (SAN)

San Diego International (SAN) is a major secondary hub if LA-area flights are unavailable.

📍 ~140 km from Long Beach (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$109

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Long Beach

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Best Elite deals to Long Beach

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From SMF

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Oct 07

Long Beach, United States

68% AI deal score

$1,833

$1,093

Save $740

From SMF

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Nov 02

Long Beach, United States

67% AI deal score

$1,540

$1,001

Save $539

From SMF

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Dec 03

Long Beach, United States

67% AI deal score

$1,707

$1,156

Save $551

From SMF

Elite

Oct 02

Long Beach, United States

46% AI deal score

$1,821

$1,742

Save $79

From SMF

Elite

Oct 05

Long Beach, United States

40% AI deal score

$1,821

From SMF

Elite

Oct 05

Long Beach, United States

38% AI deal score

$1,804

From SMF

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Oct 05

Long Beach, United States

38% AI deal score

$1,829

From SMF

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Aug 27

Long Beach, United States

36% AI deal score

$2,243

From SMF

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Aug 27

Long Beach, United States

36% AI deal score

$2,243

From SMF

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Nov 26

Long Beach, United States

34% AI deal score

$2,258

From SMF

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Nov 14

Long Beach, United States

34% AI deal score

$2,302

From SMF

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Oct 15

Long Beach, United States

34% AI deal score

$2,410

From SMF

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Sep 19

Long Beach, United States

34% AI deal score

$2,445

From SMF

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Sep 20

Long Beach, United States

34% AI deal score

$3,147

From SMF

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Sep 20

Long Beach, United States

34% AI deal score

$3,172

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Long Beach

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can also help you identify better deals. Sometimes, flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons may result in lower fares.

Booking flights in advance, often several weeks or months before your intended travel date, can sometimes lead to better prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you find a suitable booking window. Last-minute deals are less common but can occasionally appear.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes uncover more flight options or different price points. While it might add to your ground travel, the potential savings on airfare could be significant. It's often worth checking if alternative airports in the region offer more competitive rates.