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Cheap flights from Detroit to San Francisco from $85

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12:05 pm - 11:34 amDTW-SMF
26h 29m1 stop
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12:29 pm - 11:10 amSMF-DTW
19h 41m1 stop
$156Frontier
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Sun, Jan 25 - Sun, Feb 1
Frontier Logo
12:05 pm - 11:34 amDTW-SMF
26h 29m1 stop
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11:54 am - 11:10 amSMF-DTW
20h 16m2 stops
$186Frontier
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Sun, Jan 25 - Sun, Feb 1
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:20 pm - 12:42 pmDTW-SMF
27h 22m2 stops
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1:33 pm - 3:25 pmSMF-DTW
22h 52m1 stop
$224Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Jan 15 - Mon, Jan 19
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9:59 pm - 10:25 amDTW-SMF
15h 26m1 stop
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1:23 pm - 11:25 amSMF-DTW
19h 02m2 stops
$234Multiple Airlines
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Sat, Dec 6 - Sat, Jan 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:40 am - 6:46 pmDTW-SMF
12h 06m1 stop
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8:02 pm - 6:54 amSMF-DTW
7h 52m1 stop
$236Multiple Airlines
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Fri, Dec 12 - Sat, Dec 20
Delta Logo
12:20 pm - 9:51 pmDTW-SMF
12h 31m1 stop
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2:48 pm - 6:30 amSMF-DTW
12h 42m1 stop
$305Delta
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Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26
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5:41 pm - 11:59 pmDTW-SMF
9h 18m1 stop
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7:44 pm - 4:45 pmSMF-DTW
18h 01m1 stop
$344Alaska Airlines
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Wed, Dec 10 - Sat, Dec 13
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4:40 pm - 5:38 pmDTW-SMF
27h 58m1 stop
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6:30 pm - 3:22 pmSMF-DTW
17h 52m1 stop
$360Hawaiian Airlines
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Thu, Mar 5 - Tue, Mar 10
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5:41 pm - 11:59 pmDTW-SMF
9h 18m1 stop
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2:38 pm - 4:45 pmSMF-DTW
23h 07m1 stop
$364Alaska Airlines
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Thu, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 9
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7:00 am - 5:30 pmDTW-SMF
13h 30m2 stops
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6:30 am - 11:59 pmSMF-DTW
14h 29m2 stops
$366Delta
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Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26

Frontier flights from Detroit to Sacramento

Our best Frontier deals on Detroit to Sacramento flight tickets
Frontier
Jan 25
DTW12:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
26h 29m
1 stop
SMF11:34 amSacramento Intl
Feb 1
SMF12:29 pmSacramento Intl
19h 41m
1 stop
DTW11:10 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$156
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Frontier
Jan 25
DTW12:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
26h 29m
1 stop
SMF11:34 amSacramento Intl
Feb 1
SMF11:54 amSacramento Intl
20h 16m
2 stops
DTW11:10 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$186
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Frontier
Dec 12
DTW5:20 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
44h 05m
2 stops
SMF10:25 amSacramento Intl
Dec 20
SMF8:02 pmSacramento Intl
7h 52m
1 stop
DTW6:54 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$259
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Delta flights from Detroit to Sacramento

Our best Delta deals on Detroit to Sacramento flight tickets
Delta
Jan 22
DTW12:20 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 31m
1 stop
SMF9:51 pmSacramento Intl
Jan 26
SMF2:48 pmSacramento Intl
12h 42m
1 stop
DTW6:30 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$305
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Delta
Jan 22
DTW7:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
13h 30m
2 stops
SMF5:30 pmSacramento Intl
Jan 26
SMF6:30 amSacramento Intl
14h 29m
2 stops
DTW11:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$366
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Delta
Feb 24
DTW12:19 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 32m
1 stop
SMF9:51 pmSacramento Intl
Feb 25
SMF11:39 amSacramento Intl
15h 50m
1 stop
DTW6:29 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$383
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Sacramento that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2025.
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DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/25

12:05 pm-11:34 am

1 stop26h 29m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 2/1

12:29 pm-11:10 am

1 stop19h 41m

$156

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/25

12:05 pm-11:34 am

1 stop26h 29m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 2/1

11:54 am-11:10 am

2 stops20h 16m

$186

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/15

12:20 pm-12:42 pm

2 stops27h 22m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 1/19

1:33 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop22h 52m

$224

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/6

9:59 pm-10:25 am

1 stop15h 26m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/10

1:23 pm-11:25 am

2 stops19h 02m

$234

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/12

9:40 am-6:46 pm

1 stop12h 06m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 12/20

8:02 pm-6:54 am

1 stop7h 52m

$236

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/22

12:20 pm-9:51 pm

1 stop12h 31m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 1/26

2:48 pm-6:30 am

1 stop12h 42m

$305

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/10

5:41 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 18m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 12/13

7:44 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop18h 01m

$344

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 3/5

4:40 pm-5:38 pm

1 stop27h 58m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/10

6:30 pm-3:22 pm

1 stop17h 52m

$360

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/4

5:41 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 18m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 12/9

2:38 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop23h 07m

$364

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/22

7:00 am-5:30 pm

2 stops13h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 1/26

6:30 am-11:59 pm

2 stops14h 29m

$366

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Detroit and Sacramento?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Sacramento?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Sacramento from Detroit, with most prices found around $279. If you are unable to visit Sacramento during the month of January, then departing from Detroit during the month October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $289.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Sacramento?

The cheapest day to depart from Detroit to Sacramento is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $399. Flights from Detroit to Sacramento on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $537. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Sacramento?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Sacramento is at noon. momondo users have found flights departing from Detroit to Sacramento at noon for as low as $365. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around $464. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Detroit to Sacramento Intl flight route?

Fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Sacramento Intl for the best Detroit - Sacramento Intl flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Sacramento?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Sacramento from Detroit when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Sacramento for around $417 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Sacramento from Detroit for as low as $317 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Detroit to Sacramento Intl flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Detroit to Sacramento Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Detroit to Sacramento flights?

You could potentially save up to 27% on your flight if you consider stops on a Detroit to Sacramento flight.

How have Detroit to Sacramento flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Detroit to Sacramento flights are approximately 84% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Detroit to Sacramento

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Detroit to Sacramento according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Detroit to Sacramento (DTT to SMF) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

5h 06m

Direct flights

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri and Sat

Airports in Sacramento

1 airport
The fastest flight from Detroit to Sacramento takes 5h 06m
Direct flights go from Detroit to Sacramento on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.
There is 1 airport near Sacramento: Sacramento Intl (SMF)
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  • How far is Detroit to Sacramento Intl by plane?

    There are 2018.8 mi between Detroit and Sacramento Intl. 9h 18m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to Sacramento Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from Detroit to Sacramento Intl Airport are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to Sacramento Intl Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to Sacramento Intl Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Detroit to Sacramento Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sacramento Intl Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Sacramento Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Sacramento Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Detroit to Sacramento?

  • What is the most popular airline from Detroit to Sacramento?

Best airlines flying from Detroit to Sacramento

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Rating
Free Cancellation
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $187Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,113 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $215Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,116 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $321Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,998 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $356Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,237 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $369Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,002 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $392Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,038 reviews
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  • Delta Flights From Detroit to Sacramento

    Delta operates around 4 flights from Detroit to Sacramento every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been $499, but momondo users have found Delta deals from Detroit to Sacramento from as low as $369 round-trip. Delta has been scored 7.9/10 in 8,002 reviews.

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