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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

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August 13 - August 15

Cheapest

SMF - Long Beach

$338

$157

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August 11 - August 13

Cheapest

SMF - Long Beach

$342

$157

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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: $241 - $415

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

The regular price range for this route is $241 to $415. The current lowest deal is $156 with Southwest Airlines, for travel from Aug 29-Aug 31.

now $156

Low $241

High $415

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

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Long Beach

Southwest Airlines

Sacramento (SMF) - Long Beach (LGB)

Southwest Airlines

$278

$156

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Long Beach

Southwest Airlines

Sacramento (SMF) - Long Beach (LGB)

Southwest Airlines

$325

$194

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Long Beach

Southwest Airlines

Sacramento (SMF) - Long Beach (LGB)

Southwest Airlines

$348

$156

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Long Beach

Southwest Airlines

Sacramento (SMF) - Long Beach (LGB)

Southwest Airlines

$317

$194

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Long Beach

Southwest Airlines

Sacramento (SMF) - Long Beach (LGB)

Southwest Airlines

$337

$220

One-way

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Long Beach

Southwest Airlines

Sacramento (SMF) - Long Beach (LGB)

Southwest Airlines

$331

$220

One-way

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

3 nights

Oct 2 - Oct 5

$872  →  $211

76%

2 nights

Oct 16 - Oct 18

$884  →  $269

70%

2 nights

Oct 29 - Oct 31

$897  →  $304

66%

4 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 31

$891  →  $304

66%

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 $329.

📅 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 2 stopovers typical.

🏆 Airline highlight

Southwest Airlines offers direct flights

Southwest Airlines offers direct flights on this route, with one deal found 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, 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

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Best Elite deals to Long Beach

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Sep 23

Long Beach, United States

74% AI deal score

$1,665

$929

Save $736

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Sep 25

Long Beach, United States

74% AI deal score

$1,778

$963

Save $815

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Sep 18

Long Beach, United States

74% AI deal score

$1,821

$963

Save $858

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Sep 13

Long Beach, United States

74% AI deal score

$1,821

$968

Save $853

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Sep 24

Long Beach, United States

73% AI deal score

$1,665

$939

Save $726

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Oct 31

Long Beach, United States

73% AI deal score

$1,694

$963

Save $731

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Sep 23

Long Beach, United States

72% AI deal score

$1,678

$986

Save $692

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Oct 09

Long Beach, United States

72% AI deal score

$1,757

$999

Save $758

From SMF

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Dec 31

Long Beach, United States

72% AI deal score

$1,701

$1,003

Save $698

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Sep 24

Long Beach, United States

68% AI deal score

$1,680

$996

Save $684

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Sep 23

Long Beach, United States

68% AI deal score

$1,706

$1,013

Save $693

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Sep 24

Long Beach, United States

68% AI deal score

$1,705

$1,023

Save $682

From SMF

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Nov 26

Long Beach, United States

67% AI deal score

$1,533

$998

Save $535

From SMF

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Sep 23

Long Beach, United States

67% AI deal score

$1,665

$1,043

Save $622

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Sep 24

Long Beach, United States

67% AI deal score

$1,663

$1,053

Save $610

From SMF

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Nov 15

Long Beach, United States

66% AI deal score

$1,533

$1,058

Save $475

From SMF

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Oct 09

Long Beach, United States

50% AI deal score

$1,676

$1,293

Save $383

From SMF

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Nov 14

Long Beach, United States

49% AI deal score

$1,511

$1,264

Save $247

From SMF

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Oct 20

Long Beach, United States

36% AI deal score

$1,705

From SMF

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Oct 20

Long Beach, United States

36% AI deal score

$1,740

From SMF

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Oct 20

Long Beach, United States

34% AI deal score

$1,690

From SMF

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Oct 20

Long Beach, United States

34% AI deal score

$1,718

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Oct 20

Long Beach, United States

34% AI deal score

$1,725

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Oct 20

Long Beach, United States

34% AI deal score

$1,742

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Sep 10

Long Beach, United States

34% AI deal score

$2,443

From SMF

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Sep 10

Long Beach, United States

34% AI deal score

$2,488

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Sep 10

Long Beach, United States

34% AI deal score

$2,490

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Sep 10

Long Beach, United States

34% AI deal score

$2,510

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Sep 10

Long Beach, United States

34% AI deal score

$2,519

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Sep 10

Long Beach, United States

34% AI deal score

$2,525

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Sep 10

Long Beach, United States

34% AI deal score

$2,542

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Sep 10

Long Beach, United States

34% AI deal score

$2,543

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Sep 12

Long Beach, United States

34% AI deal score

$2,559

From SMF

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Sep 12

Long Beach, United States

34% AI deal score

$2,571

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Sep 12

Long Beach, United States

34% AI deal score

$2,594

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Sep 12

Long Beach, United States

34% AI deal score

$2,608

From SMF

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Sep 12

Long Beach, United States

34% AI deal score

$2,634

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.