$89 Cheap Flights from Austin (AUS) to Sacramento (SMF)

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Cheap Flights from Austin to Sacramento (AUS-SMF)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $89 for one-way flights and $179 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Sat, Sep 6 - Tue, Sep 9
AUS
Austin
SMF
Sacramento
$179 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$179
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 6 from Austin to Sacramento, returning Tue, Sep 9, priced at $179 found 11 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 8
AUS
Austin
SMF
Sacramento
$180 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$180
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from Austin to Sacramento, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $180 found 4 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, Oct 4 - Wed, Oct 15
AUS
Austin
SMF
Sacramento
$183 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$183
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 4 from Austin to Sacramento, returning Wed, Oct 15, priced at $183 found 8 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Sat, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 18
AUS
Austin
SMF
Sacramento
$183 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$183
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 15 from Austin to Sacramento, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $183 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Mon, Aug 25 - Thu, Aug 28
AUS
Austin
SMF
Sacramento
$185 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$185
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 25 from Austin to Sacramento, returning Thu, Aug 28, priced at $185 found 6 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Sep 6 - Mon, Sep 8
AUS
Austin
SMF
Sacramento
$185 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$185
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 6 from Austin to Sacramento, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $185 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 20
AUS
Austin
SMF
Sacramento
$186 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$186
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 15 from Austin to Sacramento, returning Mon, Oct 20, priced at $186 found 1 day ago
Alaska Airlines
Sat, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 18
AUS
Austin
SMF
Sacramento
$187 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$187
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 15 from Austin to Sacramento, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $187 found 1 day ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Wed, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 21
AUS
Austin
SMF
Sacramento
$197 Roundtrip, just found
$197
Roundtrip
just found
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 15 from Austin to Sacramento, returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $197 just found
United
Thu, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 16
AUS
Austin
SMF
Sacramento
$205 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$205
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from Austin to Sacramento, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $205 found 2 hours ago

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

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $118 - $407 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Sacramento

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

Select flight to Sacramento Intl. SMF. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 15 minutes. Flights from $308
SMF
Sacramento Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center15 min
Flights from $308
Flights from Austin (AUS) to Sacramento (SMF)
Origin airport
Austin-Bergstrom Intl.
Destination airport
Sacramento Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$178
Distance
1478 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 16 mins

Austin to Sacramento Flights

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Austin to Sacramento

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Austin 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 Austin 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 Austin to Sacramento in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $89 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 Austin 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 Austin 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 Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $89 or cheap return flight from $179 from Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
Planning your trip for September may help you find better deals, as it's the cheapest month for flights between AUS and SMF. You'll often find the lowest prices during off-peak months.
Which airlines fly direct from Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
You can travel nonstop from Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) on a Southwest Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
To find the cheapest airline that'll fly you from AUS to SMF, use Expedia's filter tool. Tailor your search based on your travel needs, such as preferred carriers and flight duration. You can then sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to discover the cheapest flight right away.
How many flights per day from Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
On average, Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) only offers 1 direct flight to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) each day. For more choices, try Expedia's easy-to-use filters. Enter your details, then choose "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops" to discover flights with layovers.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
More passengers fly between AUS and SMF at 1 PM than at any other point in the day. Looking to skip the crowds? Travel outside of rush hours and you're likely to save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from AUS to SMF?
If you fly on a Friday, you'll get the largest range of choices for flights from Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF).
What is the earliest flight from Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)'s first flight to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) takes off at approximately 1:15PM UTC-6. With a total travel time of 4h, you'll arrive at around 3:15PM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
It takes around 3 hours and 58 minutes to fly the 1,500 mi from AUS to SMF.
What is the best time to fly from Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
To avoid possible delays on the Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) route, fly before 3 PM. Later flights are 22% more likely to be canceled.**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 Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) is the only airport in Sacramento with direct flights from Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS). Browse your options and find cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from AUS to SMF right before your journey is generally more expensive. But if there's some wiggle room with your travel times and dates, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book an AUS to SMF flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by securing an AUS to SMF 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 it all in one place. After choosing your ideal accommodations and flights, consider adding extras such as car rentals, tours and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
If you booked your AUS to SMF flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, go to our Customer Service portal for more details.

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