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Sacramento.$142 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Oct, returning Wed, 15 Oct.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Sacramento International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $142, select.
Sacramento.$142 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Aug, returning Tue, 19 Aug.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Tue, 12 Aug, arriving in Sacramento International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Tue, 19 Aug, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $142, select.
Sacramento.$143 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Sep, returning Tue, 30 Sep.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in Sacramento International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $143, select.
Sacramento.$150 per passenger.Departing Sat, 23 Aug, returning Mon, 1 Sep.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Sat, 23 Aug, arriving in Sacramento International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $150, select.
Sacramento.$179 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Oct, returning Mon, 3 Nov.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Fri, 31 Oct, arriving in Sacramento International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $179, select.
Sacramento.$292 per passenger.Departing Thu, 31 Jul, returning Tue, 5 Aug.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Thu, 31 Jul, arriving in Sacramento International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Tue, 5 Aug, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $292, select.
Sacramento.$293 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Nov, returning Tue, 2 Dec.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Wed, 26 Nov, arriving in Sacramento International.Inbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Tue, 2 Dec, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $293, select.
Sacramento.$293 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 Nov, returning Fri, 21 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Thu, 20 Nov, arriving in Sacramento International.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Sacramento International on Fri, 21 Nov, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $293, select.

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Seattle to Sacramento: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$142
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time2 hrs
Most popular airlineAir Tahiti Nui
Average flights per week336

Finding cheap flights from Seattle to Sacramento: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Sacramento: Sacramento International, Sacramento Stockton and Concord.
The best price we found for a return flight from Seattle to Sacramento is $142. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours is the average flight time from Seattle to Sacramento.
Air Tahiti Nui, WestJet and Alaska Airlines fly direct from Seattle to Sacramento.
As of July 2025, there are 1,344 flights per week flying from Seattle to Sacramento.
The cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Sacramento is usually October.
If you're flying from Seattle, the cheapest airport near Sacramento is Sacramento International – which is 15.6 km away from the centre of Sacramento. We've found flights into this airport from $142.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Seattle to Sacramento on Wednesday, 8 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sacramento but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sacramento is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In July, the average temperature is usually around 26°C. July is typically the warmest month in Sacramento, when it usually averages around 37°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is February.
The cheapest airline that flies to Sacramento is Southwest Airlines .

Flying from Seattle to Sacramento: what you need to know

  • Start your trip at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), the main airport in Seattle. Explore flights from Seattle to Sacramento that take off from this terminal.

  • Sacramento International Airport (SMF) and Stockton Airport (SCK) are the primary entry points to Sacramento.

  • Take a direct Seattle to Sacramento flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 55 minutes.

  • Seattle and Sacramento are in the same timezone, UTC-7.

  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 85 departures a week to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Seattle to Sacramento is with Alaska Airlines at 22:10. Choose the first SEA to SMF departure operated by Southwest Airlines at 05:40 to make the most of your arrival in Sacramento.

  • To ensure you catch your Seattle to Sacramento flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • If you're getting away during a peak month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines are longer during holiday periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.

How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Sacramento

  • To secure cheap Seattle to Sacramento flights, book your journey two months ahead of your departure date.

  • The best month for picking up cheap plane tickets from Seattle to Sacramento is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.

  • There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a better deal comes up on cheap flights from Seattle to Sacramento.

  • Save on your Seattle to Sacramento flight with the help of our filters. Select your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Flying from Seattle

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

  • If you're looking for a direct flight from Seattle to Sacramento, you can depart from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Get from SEA to Sacramento International Airport (SMF) in one seamless trip.

  • Top airlines that offer direct Seattle to Sacramento plane tickets from SEA include:

  • SEA is about 18 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Seattle to Sacramento or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:

  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 81.27% of flights that take off from SEA reach their destination without delay.

Arriving in Sacramento

Sacramento International Airport (SMF)

  • The distance from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento is approximately 14 kilometres. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 25 minutes.

  • Consider staying at Not Here do not Book after touching down from your flight from Seattle to Sacramento. It's a short drive from SMF and a great option if you'd like to relax as soon as possible.

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Sacramento International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and see more of Sacramento and beyond.

  • Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Sacramento International Airport around two weeks before your departure date.

  • SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.

Stockton Airport (SCK)

  • Once your flight from Seattle to Sacramento has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Sacramento is approximately 80 kilometres from Stockton Airport (SCK).

  • Travelling by public transport will take about 3 hours 20 minutes.

  • You'll find Stockton Airport at 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.

Best time to go to Sacramento

  • May is the quietest month for flights from Seattle to Sacramento, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Sacramento based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Book a Seattle to Sacramento ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Sacramento to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).

  • Look for cheap flights from Seattle to Sacramento in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) on average.

More about Sacramento

Explore more of United States

  • You've visited Sacramento, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Travel around 145 kilometres south to San Jose to tick off its popular sights. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • San Francisco is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 121 kilometres south-west of Sacramento. No journey is complete without a visit to Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street.

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