$69 Cheap Flights from Long Beach (LGB) to Sacramento (SMF)

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Cheap Flights from Long Beach to Sacramento (LGB-SMF)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $69 for one-way flights and $137 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Wed, Aug 20 - Wed, Aug 27
LGB
Long Beach
SMF
Sacramento
$137 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$137
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Long Beach to Sacramento, returning Wed, Aug 27, priced at $137 found 1 hour ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Aug 23 - Mon, Aug 25
LGB
Long Beach
SMF
Sacramento
$144 Roundtrip, just found
$144
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 23 from Long Beach to Sacramento, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $144 just found
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Nov 17 - Thu, Nov 20
LGB
Long Beach
SMF
Sacramento
$151 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$151
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 17 from Long Beach to Sacramento, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $151 found 2 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Aug 23 - Mon, Aug 25
LGB
Long Beach
SMF
Sacramento
$154 Roundtrip, just found
$154
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 23 from Long Beach to Sacramento, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $154 just found
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Aug 26 - Wed, Aug 27
LGB
Long Beach
SMF
Sacramento
$157 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$157
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 26 from Long Beach to Sacramento, returning Wed, Aug 27, priced at $157 found 2 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Sep 13 - Mon, Sep 22
LGB
Long Beach
SMF
Sacramento
$159 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$159
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Long Beach to Sacramento, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $159 found 2 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Nov 17 - Thu, Nov 20
LGB
Long Beach
SMF
Sacramento
$161 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$161
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 17 from Long Beach to Sacramento, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $161 found 2 days ago
Delta
Wed, Aug 13 - Sat, Aug 16
LGB
Long Beach
SMF
Sacramento
$164 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$164
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from Long Beach to Sacramento, returning Sat, Aug 16, priced at $164 found 4 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Thu, Sep 4 - Tue, Sep 9
LGB
Long Beach
SMF
Sacramento
$732 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$732
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from Long Beach to Sacramento, returning Tue, Sep 9, priced at $732 found 2 days ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Fri, Oct 17 - Sun, Oct 19
LGB
Long Beach
SMF
Sacramento
$917 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$917
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 17 from Long Beach to Sacramento, returning Sun, Oct 19, priced at $917 found 5 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Long Beach (LGB) to Sacramento (SMF)

April is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $97 - $1,117 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Long Beach (LGB) to Sacramento (SMF)
Origin airport
Long Beach Municipal
Destination airport
Sacramento Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, Delta, Southwest Airlines
Roundtrip price
$137
Distance
387 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 22 mins

Long Beach to Sacramento Flights

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Long Beach to Sacramento

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Long Beach 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 Long Beach 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 Long Beach to Sacramento in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $69 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 Long Beach 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 Long Beach 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 Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) cost?
You'll find affordable return tickets from Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) starting at $114. Book a seat and start your adventure. 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 Southwest Airlines and Frontier Airlines flight leaving LGB on August 1 2025 and touching down at SMF. The price was last updated on July 5 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from LGB to SMF?
The cheapest flights from LGB 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 Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
Hop on a direct flight with Southwest Airlines and travel straight from Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from LGB to SMF?
Currently, the cheapest carrier operating one-way flights from LGB to SMF is Southwest Airlines. You can take off on this route from $69. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from LGB on September 30 2025. Prices were last updated on July 5 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
When departing from Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB), you can pick from an average of 5 daily nonstop flights to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
More people fly between LGB and SMF at 1 PM than at any other time. Looking for a quieter experience? Consider flying outside peak hours and it's possible you'll save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from LGB to SMF?
Friday has the most flights from Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF). Consider traveling on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a departure that works with your plans.
What is the earliest flight from Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
The first flight of the day jetting off from Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) is at around 7:40AM UTC-8. Hop on this flight and you'll reach Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) at approximately 9:15AM UTC-8. The entire trip takes 1h 35m.
How long does it take to fly from Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
Flights from LGB to SMF have an average travel time of 1 hour and 28 minutes. The distance between the two is 390 mi.
What airline has the least delays from LGB to SMF?
Consider booking with Southwest Airlines if you'd like to go straight from Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) without any delays. This carrier has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 95%. Want to be notified if anything changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
To arrive at Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) on schedule, pick a flight that leaves from Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**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 Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB)?
If you're taking a direct flight from Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) to Sacramento, Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) last-minute?
Booking your flight from LGB to SMF just before your trip is usually more expensive. But if you're flexible with your travel times and dates, you could score a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a LGB to SMF flight and hotel package?
Securing a LGB to SMF flight and hotel package tends to be cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your trip all in one place. Pick from our wide range of hotels and then add car rentals, activities and flights to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
If you booked your LGB to SMF flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without fees. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal if you'd like more information.

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