$135 Cheap Flights from Washington (IAD) to Sacramento (SMF)

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Cheap Flights from Washington to Sacramento (IAD-SMF)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $135 for one-way flights and $269 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Hawaiian Airlines
Mon, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 10
IAD
Washington
SMF
Sacramento
$269 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$269
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 24 from Washington to Sacramento, returning Wed, Dec 10, priced at $269 found 2 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Mon, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 7
IAD
Washington
SMF
Sacramento
$275 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$275
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 29 from Washington to Sacramento, returning Tue, Oct 7, priced at $275 found 9 hours ago
Delta
Fri, Aug 22 - Tue, Sep 2
IAD
Washington
SMF
Sacramento
$276 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$276
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Aug 22 from Washington to Sacramento, returning Tue, Sep 2, priced at $276 found 1 day ago
Delta
Fri, Aug 15 - Mon, Aug 18
IAD
Washington
SMF
Sacramento
$277 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$277
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Aug 15 from Washington to Sacramento, returning Mon, Aug 18, priced at $277 found 1 hour ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Mon, Nov 24 - Mon, Dec 15
IAD
Washington
SMF
Sacramento
$284 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$284
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 24 from Washington to Sacramento, returning Mon, Dec 15, priced at $284 found 2 hours ago
Delta
Wed, Jul 16 - Tue, Jul 29
IAD
Washington
SMF
Sacramento
$288 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$288
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Jul 16 from Washington to Sacramento, returning Tue, Jul 29, priced at $288 found 3 hours ago
Delta
Wed, Jul 9 - Wed, Jul 23
IAD
Washington
SMF
Sacramento
$288 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$288
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Jul 9 from Washington to Sacramento, returning Wed, Jul 23, priced at $288 found 6 days ago
United
Thu, Aug 21 - Tue, Aug 26
IAD
Washington
SMF
Sacramento
$289 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$289
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from Washington to Sacramento, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $289 found 6 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Aug 7 - Mon, Aug 25
IAD
Washington
SMF
Sacramento
$290 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$290
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 7 from Washington to Sacramento, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $290 found 4 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Aug 3 - Fri, Aug 8
IAD
Washington
SMF
Sacramento
$291 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$291
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 3 from Washington to Sacramento, returning Fri, Aug 8, priced at $291 found 2 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington (IAD) to Sacramento (SMF)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $211 - $404 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Washington (IAD) to Sacramento (SMF)
Origin airport
Washington Dulles Intl.
Destination airport
Sacramento Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$265
Distance
2352 mi
Average flight time
5 hours 44 mins

Washington to Sacramento Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Washington to Sacramento

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Washington to Sacramento are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Washington to Sacramento with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Washington to Sacramento

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Washington to Sacramento: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Washington to Sacramento

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Washington to Sacramento in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $135 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Washington to Sacramento flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Washington to Sacramento airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) cost?
You can score affordable return tickets from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) starting at $289. Grab your seat and get ready for takeoff. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a United flight leaving IAD on July 26 2025 and touching down at SMF. The price was last updated on July 2 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from IAD to SMF?
The cheapest flights from IAD to SMF are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
Hop on a direct flight with United Airlines and travel straight from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from IAD to SMF?
Book a flight from IAD to SMF with United. This carrier currently has the lowest one-way fare on this route, starting from $274. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from IAD on September 7 2025. Prices were last updated on July 2 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
On average, just 1 direct flight departs daily from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF). Need other options? Use Expedia's filter tool to discover flights with layovers and add an extra destination to your journey.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
More travelers fly between IAD and SMF at 5 PM than at any other time. Rather skip the crowds? Try choosing a quieter departure window and you're likely to save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from IAD to SMF?
If you travel on a Friday, you'll get the largest range of options for flights from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF).
What is the earliest flight from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 5:50PM UTC-5, heading out of Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD). You'll be traveling for around 6h 6m, touching down at Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) at approximately 8:56PM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
The average flight time from IAD to SMF is 6 hours and 5 minutes, covering a distance of 2,400 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
To touch down at Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) on time, pick a flight that takes off from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Sacramento from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD)?
Explore your flight options from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF). This is the only Sacramento airport you can jet into if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from IAD to SMF are usually more expensive. For the lowest rates, start looking for flights as soon as possible. That being said, if your travel plans are flexible, it's possible to land a cheap ticket right before your journey.
Is it cheaper to book an IAD to SMF flight and hotel package?
Opting for an IAD to SMF flight and hotel package is generally cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels in one place. Choose from our extensive range of accommodations and then add activities, car rentals and flights to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
In most instances, you can reschedule or cancel your IAD to SMF flight. However, additional charges may apply, especially if your booking was made over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's fees and rules on flight changes, or if you need more details, visit our Customer Service portal.

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