Are there direct flights from Sacramento to Long Beach?

Historically, direct flights from Sacramento to Long Beach are available. Across the trailing 90 days, approximately 50% of all flights on this route were direct. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that while direct options exist, connecting flights are also a common occurrence for this route.

How long does it take to fly from Sacramento to Long Beach?

A direct flight from Sacramento to Long Beach typically takes about 1 hour and 25 minutes, covering a distance of 624 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time is considerably longer, averaging around 8 hours and 4 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their journey, as a single stop can significantly extend the overall duration.

How often do Sacramento to Long Beach flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Sacramento to Long Beach route have shown frequent drops. Across the trailing 30 days, this route has been classified as experiencing frequent price fluctuations. This suggests that travelers may have regular opportunities to find deals if they monitor prices consistently. The frequent nature of these price changes can be beneficial for those seeking lower fares.

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SAC - Long Beach
82% AI deal score
$593
$155
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Sacramento to Long Beach: Overview

Insights for flights from Sacramento to Long Beach

The journey from Sacramento to Long Beach covers a distance of 624 km, classifying it as a short-haul route. Right now, fares for cheap flights from Sacramento to Long Beach are below the typical level, with 81% of recent fares considered a good price. Prices for this route typically range from $329–$805, with a median of $428. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities for travelers.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Long Beach? The most affordable month to fly is typically March, with a median fare of $231. Following closely are December, with a median of $236, and January, where the median fare is $274. These months offer the lowest median prices for this route.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once. Only 0.5% of recent fares were for direct flights from Sacramento to Long Beach. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 2.

How long is the flight from Sacramento to Long Beach? A typical journey, including connections, takes 11h 46m. This median duration accounts for the prevalence of connecting flights on this route.

How much is a round trip from Sacramento to Long Beach

Regular price: $412 - $623

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

The regular price range for this route is between $412 and $623. The current lowest deal is $155 with Southwest Airlines, for travel from Oct 19-Oct 20.

now $155

Low $412

High $623

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. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $231

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,037

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Sacramento to Long Beach

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Southwest Airlines

Deutsche Luft Hansa

Last-minute flights going from Sacramento to Long Beach

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Long Beach

Sacramento (SMF) - Long Beach (LGB)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$1,269

$1,148

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Long Beach

Sacramento (SMF) - Long Beach (LGB)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$989

$1,154

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Long Beach

Sacramento (SMF) - Long Beach (LGB)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$1,046

$1,155

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Long Beach

Sacramento (SMF) - Long Beach (LGB)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$1,253

$1,190

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Long Beach

Sacramento (SMF) - Long Beach (LGB)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$947

$1,131

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Long Beach

Sacramento (SMF) - Long Beach (LGB)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$1,266

$1,210

One-way

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

3 nights

Oct 9 - Oct 12

$884 → $221

75%

4 nights

Oct 19 - Oct 23

$875 → $295

66%

7 nights

Oct 10 - Oct 17

$843 → $296

65%

2 nights

Oct 16 - Oct 18

$882 → $341

61%

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 for Sacramento to Long Beach are below the typical level, at $155.

📅 Best time to fly

March is historically cheapest at $231

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

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 11h 46m

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

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 50% of recent deals, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines, Inc. has 73 direct deals

Alaska Airlines, Inc. has offered 73 direct deals from Sacramento to Long Beach recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Sacramento to Long Beach are frequent, appearing often.

Sacramento main airports to depart from

Sacramento International (SMF)

Cheapest

Sacramento International Airport offers flights to Long Beach, with competitive pricing for your trip.

📍 ~15 km from Sacramento (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$156

Long Beach main airports to arrive at

Long Beach (LGB)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$156

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.

📍 ~25 km from Long Beach (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$256

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Long Beach

34% AI deal score

$2,493

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Long Beach

Historically, booking flights from Sacramento to Long Beach 60+ days in advance typically offers the lowest average prices. Across the trailing quarter, the average price for flights booked within this window was around $530. In contrast, booking 0-6 days before departure saw average prices rise significantly to about $905. For optimal savings, consider securing your flight well over two months ahead of your travel date.

Historically, a good price for a flight from Sacramento to Long Beach is considered to be around $329 or less. Over the trailing 90 days, the median price for this route was $428. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed prices being $805 or less. Aiming for a price at or below the $329 threshold typically indicates a favorable deal.

Historically, March and December have been the cheapest months to fly from Sacramento to Long Beach. The median price in March was $231, and in December, it was $236. While January also offered a relatively low median price of $274, the annual median price across the trailing 270 days for this route was $428. Travelers looking for the most economical options should consider these months.

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Sacramento to Long Beach: Overview

Insights for flights from Sacramento to Long Beach

How much is a round trip from Sacramento to Long Beach

Regular price: $412 - $623

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

The regular price range for this route is between $412 and $623. The current lowest deal is $155 with Southwest Airlines, for travel from Oct 19-Oct 20.

now $155

Low $412

High $623

The cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Long Beach

March

Cheapest

Flights from $231

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,037

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Sacramento to Long Beach

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Southwest Airlines

Deutsche Luft Hansa

Last-minute flights going from Sacramento to Long Beach

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Long Beach

Sacramento (SMF) - Long Beach (LGB)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$1,269

$1,148

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Long Beach

Sacramento (SMF) - Long Beach (LGB)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$989

$1,154

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Long Beach

Sacramento (SMF) - Long Beach (LGB)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$1,046

$1,155

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Long Beach

Sacramento (SMF) - Long Beach (LGB)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$1,253

$1,190

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Long Beach

Sacramento (SMF) - Long Beach (LGB)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$947

$1,131

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Long Beach

Sacramento (SMF) - Long Beach (LGB)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$1,266

$1,210

One-way

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

3 nights

Oct 9 - Oct 12

$884 → $221

75%

4 nights

Oct 19 - Oct 23

$875 → $295

66%

7 nights

Oct 10 - Oct 17

$843 → $296

65%

2 nights

Oct 16 - Oct 18

$882 → $341

61%

Popular Airports to fly from Sacramento to Long Beach