252 € Cheap Flights from Charlotte Douglas to Sacramento International

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Compare routes from Charlotte Douglas to Sacramento below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Sacramento International.

Charlotte to Sacramento: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found252 €
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time5 hrs, 32 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week37

Finding cheap flights from Charlotte Douglas to Sacramento International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Charlotte Douglas to Sacramento International is 252 €. 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.
5 hours and 33 minutes is the average flight time from Charlotte Douglas to Sacramento International.
American Airlines and British Airways fly direct from Charlotte Douglas to Sacramento International.
As of December 2025, there are 38 flights per week flying from Charlotte Douglas to Sacramento International.
The cheapest month to fly from Charlotte Douglas to Sacramento International is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Sacramento International Airport on Saturday, 17 January 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 32 minutes.
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 International 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.
Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sacramento International.

Flying from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF): what you need to know

  • Sacramento is three hours behind Charlotte and is in the UTC-7 timezone.

  • To ensure you get on your CLT to SMF flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

  • American Airlines is your ticket to exploring Sacramento (and maybe even some other exciting corners of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sacramento International Airport offered by this popular carrier.

  • The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is American Airlines.

  • The most punctual carrier operating CLT to SMF flights is American Airlines. Its services arrive as planned 73.61% of the time.

  • If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sacramento International Airport. These are the top stopovers between CLT and SMF:

    • Nashville International Airport

    • Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport

    • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)

  • 82 € is the best price for a one-way Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight. A return flight starts at 252 €. These prices can change depending on demand.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CLT to SMF if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sacramento International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from CLT to SMF by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when fares go down.

  • Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sacramento International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)

  • CLT is located at 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.

  • Of all flights departing from Charlotte Douglas International Airport, 77.67% arrive on time at their destination.

  • To get to Charlotte Douglas International Airport from central Charlotte, it takes about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • You can expect a trip time of roughly 4 hours 55 minutes when using public transport.

  • Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near CLT. Whether you've booked an early flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sacramento International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Sacramento International Airport (SMF)

  • Hop off your Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight and be relaxing in your hotel bed shortly after. If you need a convenient option that's not too far from SMF, stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas.

  • Follow your own route with a Sacramento International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and experience more of Sacramento and beyond.

  • Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Sacramento International Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.

Getting from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento

  • The street address for SMF is 6900 Airport Boulevard.

  • From Sacramento International Airport, Sacramento is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 25 minutes.

When to fly to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)

  • August is the most popular month for flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sacramento International Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Sacramento in May.

  • Before locking in your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sacramento International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Sacramento, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from CLT to SMF in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • San Jose is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Sacramento. Around 145 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.

  • If you're interested in discovering another great destination in United States, head for San Francisco, roughly 121 kilometres south-west of Sacramento. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are key reasons to visit.

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