$71 Cheap Flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Charlotte (CLT)

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Popular airlines from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)

Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Charlotte (SMF-CLT)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $71 for one-way flights and $147 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

United
Tue, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 28
SMF
Sacramento
CLT
Charlotte
$147 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$147
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Oct 21 from Sacramento to Charlotte, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $147 found 3 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Sun, Sep 14 - Tue, Sep 23
SMF
Sacramento
CLT
Charlotte
$169 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$169
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 14 from Sacramento to Charlotte, returning Tue, Sep 23, priced at $169 found 4 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Jul 14 - Wed, Jul 30
SMF
Sacramento
CLT
Charlotte
$170 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$170
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jul 14 from Sacramento to Charlotte, returning Wed, Jul 30, priced at $170 found 4 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Sun, Sep 7 - Sat, Sep 13
SMF
Sacramento
CLT
Charlotte
$175 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$175
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 7 from Sacramento to Charlotte, returning Sat, Sep 13, priced at $175 found 4 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Jul 15 - Wed, Jul 30
SMF
Sacramento
CLT
Charlotte
$178 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$178
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 15 from Sacramento to Charlotte, returning Wed, Jul 30, priced at $178 found 4 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Aug 1 - Sat, Aug 30
SMF
Sacramento
CLT
Charlotte
$182 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$182
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 1 from Sacramento to Charlotte, returning Sat, Aug 30, priced at $182 found 6 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Jul 21 - Wed, Jul 23
SMF
Sacramento
CLT
Charlotte
$185 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$185
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jul 21 from Sacramento to Charlotte, returning Wed, Jul 23, priced at $185 found 12 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 28
SMF
Sacramento
CLT
Charlotte
$275 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$275
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from Sacramento to Charlotte, returning Sun, Sep 28, priced at $275 found 9 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Oct 8 - Wed, Oct 15
SMF
Sacramento
CLT
Charlotte
$336 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$336
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 8 from Sacramento to Charlotte, returning Wed, Oct 15, priced at $336 found 2 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, Sep 20 - Sun, Sep 21
SMF
Sacramento
CLT
Charlotte
$393 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$393
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 20 from Sacramento to Charlotte, returning Sun, Sep 21, priced at $393 found 5 days ago

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From $115 - $459 per traveler.

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Select flight to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. CLT. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 11 minutes. Flights from $324
CLT
Charlotte-Douglas Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center11 min
Flights from $324
Flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Charlotte (CLT)
Origin airport
Sacramento Intl.
Destination airport
Charlotte-Douglas Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$146
Distance
2238 mi
Average flight time
7 hours 54 mins

Sacramento to Charlotte Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Sacramento to Charlotte

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Charlotte

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

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 Charlotte in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $71 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 Charlotte 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 Charlotte 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 Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) cost?
Cheap round-trip flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) start from $395. 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 American Airlines flight leaving SMF on July 23 2025 and touching down at CLT. The price was last updated on June 26 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SMF to CLT?
The cheapest flights from SMF to CLT 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 Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
Fly nonstop from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) on an American Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SMF to CLT?
With tickets starting at $198 for a one-way flight from SMF to CLT, American Airlines is currently the cheapest carrier on this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SMF on September 14 2025. Prices were last updated on June 26 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
On average, Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) offers 5 nonstop flights to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) each week. If you're looking for more options, take advantage of Expedia's filters to look for flights with a layover. Squeeze in a visit to another destination or simply break up your journey.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
The 10 PM departures from SMF to CLT see the highest demand. They can also be more expensive. If you want to save on your fare, book during off-peak hours.
What day of the week has the most flights from SMF to CLT?
If you fly on a Thursday, you'll get the widest range of choices for flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT).
What is the earliest flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 10:23PM UTC-8, heading out of Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF). You'll be traveling for roughly 4h 45m, landing at Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) at approximately 6:08AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
Flights from SMF to CLT have an average travel time of 4 hours and 45 minutes. The distance between the two is 2,200 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SMF to CLT?
Consider booking with American Airlines if you'd like to go straight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) without any interruptions. This airline has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 92%. Want to get notified of any changes? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
To land at Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) on schedule, pick a flight that leaves from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) before 3 PM. The chance 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 Charlotte from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) is the only airport in Charlotte with direct flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF). Consider your options and discover cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) last-minute?
Booking your flight from SMF to CLT right before your journey is generally more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your departure times and dates, you could snag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SMF to CLT flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a SMF to CLT flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. What's more, having everything in one convenient place takes the hassle out of travel planning. Just pick your flights and choose from our wide range of hotels, then customize your trip with other add-ons like tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
It's usually possible to reschedule or cancel your SMF to CLT flight. However, if it's been more than 24 hours since booking, additional fees may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and if any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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