$169 Cheap United flights Washington (DCA) to Sacramento (SMF)

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$169 Cheap United flights Washington (DCA) to Sacramento (SMF)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $169 for one-way flights and $304 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

United
Sat, Sep 13 - Tue, Sep 16
DCA
Washington
SMF
Sacramento
$304 Roundtrip, just found
$304
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Washington to Sacramento, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $304 just found
United
Thu, Nov 20 - Thu, Nov 27
DCA
Washington
SMF
Sacramento
$314 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$314
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Nov 20 from Washington to Sacramento, returning Thu, Nov 27, priced at $314 found 7 hours ago
United
Sat, Sep 13 - Tue, Sep 16
DCA
Washington
SMF
Sacramento
$326 Roundtrip, just found
$326
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Washington to Sacramento, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $326 just found
Flights from Washington (DCA) to Sacramento (SMF)
Origin airport
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Destination airport
Sacramento Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, United
Popular airline
Alaska Airlines
Distance
2375 mi
Average flight time
7 hours 20 mins

Frequently asked questions

How much is a United Airlines flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
Finding cheap one-way United Airlines flights from DCA to SMF from $169 on Expedia is a cinch — just filter by "Price (lowest to highest)." Or check out our budget-friendly return fares from $304 for your next exciting vacation.**These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
What is the cheapest month to fly from DCA to SMF with United Airlines?
Look for one-way or round-trip flights to Sacramento in January or February. You could find an affordable fare with United Airlines during these quieter months.
What is the cheapest time to book flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) with United Airlines?
Begin your search one to three months ahead of your departure date to get cheap fares on United Airlines flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF). You can save 25% by booking your domestic flight 34 to 86 days in advance compared to last-minute reservations made 6 to 12 days out. You could also reduce costs by buying your fare on a Sunday, as it's 6% cheaper on average than a Monday, the most expensive day to book.* Get your timing right, and you can enjoy significant savings on domestic journeys.*Ideal booking window recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through November for 2024. Best day of the week to book recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through October 2024. All data sourced from ARC's global airline sales database.
Does United Airlines fly nonstop from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
Click on the "Nonstop" filter when browsing for direct United Airlines flights from DCA to SMF. It's also a great way to compare other airlines offering the same nonstop trip.
What is the earliest United Airlines flight from DCA to SMF?
Filter your results by "Morning" and "Early Morning" to find the earliest flights from DCA to SMF. Heading off early means flight cancellations are less likely.**Most reliable time of the day recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports does United Airlines fly into in Sacramento?
Jump on a United Airlines flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Sacramento, and you're most likely to land at Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF). This is the airline's primary hub in this destination.
Why fly with United Airlines from DCA to SMF?
A rewarding loyalty program and the chance to rack up points through United Mileage Plus are the start of the reasons to travel from DCA to SMF with United Airlines. Plus, when you sign up to Expedia's free One Key™ program, you can receive OneKeyCash™* on top of any airline loyalty program earnings. It's yours to spend on future bookings.*OneKeyCash™ disclaimer - OneKeyCash™ is not redeemable for cash and can only be used on Expedia, Hotels.com and Vrbo.
Can I change or cancel my United Airlines flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
Depending on the type of fare you purchased, a fee will generally apply if you change or cancel your flight more than 24 hours after confirmation. To secure flexible plane tickets, select our "Changes included" and "No cancel fee" boxes while searching for flights. For more information on changing or canceling your reservation, go to "Trips," select your flight and click on "Manage Booking."

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