$76 Cheap Flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Austin (AUS)

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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Austin (SMF-AUS)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $76 for one-way flights and $140 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Mon, Jan 12 - Thu, Jan 15
SMF
Sacramento
AUS
Austin
$140 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$140
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 12 from Sacramento to Austin, returning Thu, Jan 15, priced at $140 found 4 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Jan 12 - Sun, Jan 18
SMF
Sacramento
AUS
Austin
$144 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$144
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 12 from Sacramento to Austin, returning Sun, Jan 18, priced at $144 found 4 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 8
SMF
Sacramento
AUS
Austin
$147 Roundtrip, just found
$147
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Dec 5 from Sacramento to Austin, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $147 just found
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Jan 9 - Sun, Jan 18
SMF
Sacramento
AUS
Austin
$148 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$148
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jan 9 from Sacramento to Austin, returning Sun, Jan 18, priced at $148 found 4 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Jan 9 - Mon, Jan 12
SMF
Sacramento
AUS
Austin
$151 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$151
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jan 9 from Sacramento to Austin, returning Mon, Jan 12, priced at $151 found 3 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 16
SMF
Sacramento
AUS
Austin
$154 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$154
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from Sacramento to Austin, returning Sun, Nov 16, priced at $154 found 1 hour ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 8
SMF
Sacramento
AUS
Austin
$201 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$201
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 3 from Sacramento to Austin, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $201 found 18 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 16
SMF
Sacramento
AUS
Austin
$298 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$298
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 10 from Sacramento to Austin, returning Tue, Dec 16, priced at $298 found 5 hours ago
United
Tue, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 3
SMF
Sacramento
AUS
Austin
$299 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$299
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Feb 24 from Sacramento to Austin, returning Tue, Mar 3, priced at $299 found 10 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 16
SMF
Sacramento
AUS
Austin
$299 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$299
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 10 from Sacramento to Austin, returning Tue, Dec 16, priced at $299 found 5 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento (SMF) to Austin (AUS)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $106 - $338 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Austin

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. AUS. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 11 minutes. Flights from $154
AUS
Austin-Bergstrom Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center11 min
Flights from $154
Flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Austin (AUS)
Origin airport
Sacramento Intl.
Destination airport
Austin-Bergstrom Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$140
Distance
1478 mi
Average flight time
5 hours 16 mins

Sacramento to Austin Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Sacramento to Austin

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 Sacramento to Austin are during the month of January. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Austin with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Austin

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Sacramento to Austin: 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 Sacramento to Austin

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 Sacramento to Austin in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $76 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 Sacramento to Austin 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 Sacramento to Austin 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 Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) cost?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $76 or cheap return flight from $140 from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
Traveling in January can help you save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between SMF and AUS. You'll often find the lowest fares during the off-season.
Which airlines fly direct from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
When setting off from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF), you can jump on a direct flight to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) with Southwest Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
To find the cheapest airline flying from SMF to AUS, use Expedia's filter tool. Customize your search based on what's important to you, such as preferred carriers and seat class. You can then sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see the cheapest flights first.
How many flights per day from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
On average, there's only 1 direct flight operating from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) per day. If this doesn't suit your schedule, think about flights with a layover. Just customize your search results on Expedia to include one stop or more to discover the next best option.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
The 7 AM departures from SMF to AUS see the highest demand. These flights can come with a higher price due to their popularity. If you want to save on your fare, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from SMF to AUS?
If you travel on a Friday, you'll get the largest range of choices for flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS).
What is the earliest flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)'s earliest flight to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) departs at approximately 6:25AM UTC-8. With a total journey time of 3h 15m, you'll arrive at around 11:40AM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
It takes approximately 3 hours and 15 minutes to fly the 1,500 mi from SMF to AUS.
What airline has the least delays from SMF to AUS?
Consider traveling with Southwest Airlines if you'd like to fly straight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) without any delays. This airline has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 93%. Want real-time updates? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
To avoid possible delays on the Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) route, aim to travel before 3 PM. Later departures have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**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 Austin from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
Compare your flight options from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS). This is the only Austin airport you can arrive at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from SMF to AUS are generally more expensive. For the best rates, start searching for flights early. That said, if your travel plans are flexible, you may find a cheap ticket right before your trip.
Is it cheaper to book a SMF to AUS flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by securing a SMF to AUS flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage everything in one place. After choosing your preferred flights and accommodations, consider adding extras like car rentals, activities and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
Typically, you can cancel or modify your SMF to AUS flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if you made your booking over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's rules and fees on flight changes, or if you'd like more details, head to our Customer Service portal.

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