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Frontier Logo
5:14 pm - 12:08 pmDTW-SMF
21h 54m1 stop
Frontier Logo
12:11 pm - 4:19 pmSMF-DTW
25h 08m1 stop
$220Frontier
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Thu, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 6
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 6:14 pmDTW-SMF
27h 59m1 stop
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 4:19 pmSMF-DTW
28h 19m1 stop
$240Hawaiian Airlines
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Wed, Jan 28 - Sun, Feb 1
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:33 pm - 10:25 amDTW-SMF
14h 52m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:36 pm - 4:19 pmSMF-DTW
24h 43m1 stop
$254Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 7
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:10 pm - 3:26 pmDTW-SMF
26h 16m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:17 am - 12:03 pmSMF-DTW
21h 46m2 stops
$265Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 17
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:51 pm - 11:44 pmDTW-SMF
9h 53m1 stop
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7:58 pm - 3:55 pmSMF-DTW
16h 57m1 stop
$281Alaska Airlines
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Fri, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 17
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:20 pm - 10:27 amDTW-SMF
16h 07m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:58 pm - 9:19 amSMF-DTW
41h 21m2 stops
$283Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 10
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:40 pm - 1:13 pmDTW-SMF
23h 33m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:40 pm - 3:22 pmSMF-DTW
19h 42m1 stop
$292Alaska Airlines
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Tue, Feb 24 - Wed, Feb 25
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:40 am - 8:52 pmDTW-SMF
14h 12m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:36 pm - 11:17 pmSMF-DTW
31h 41m2 stops
$298Multiple Airlines
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Mon, Dec 8 - Fri, Dec 12
Southwest Logo
8:00 am - 12:35 pmDTW-SMF
7h 35m1 stop
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11:55 am - 10:35 pmSMF-DTW
7h 40m1 stop
$417Southwest
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Wed, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 17
Southwest Logo
7:00 am - 2:15 pmDTW-SMF
10h 15m2 stops
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11:55 am - 10:35 pmSMF-DTW
7h 40m1 stop
$422Southwest
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Mon, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 11

Alaska Airlines flights from Detroit to Sacramento

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Detroit to Sacramento flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
Nov 14
DTW4:51 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 53m
1 stop
SMF11:44 pmSacramento Intl
Nov 17
SMF7:58 pmSacramento Intl
16h 57m
1 stop
DTW3:55 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$281
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Alaska Airlines
Feb 24
DTW4:40 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
23h 33m
1 stop
SMF1:13 pmSacramento Intl
Feb 25
SMF4:40 pmSacramento Intl
19h 42m
1 stop
DTW3:22 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$292
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Alaska Airlines
Nov 13
DTW4:51 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 53m
1 stop
SMF11:44 pmSacramento Intl
Nov 15
SMF7:30 pmSacramento Intl
17h 25m
1 stop
DTW3:55 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$300
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Southwest flights from Detroit to Sacramento

Our best Southwest deals on Detroit to Sacramento flight tickets
Southwest
Nov 12
DTW8:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 35m
1 stop
SMF12:35 pmSacramento Intl
Nov 17
SMF11:55 amSacramento Intl
7h 40m
1 stop
DTW10:35 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$417
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Southwest
Dec 8
DTW7:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
10h 15m
2 stops
SMF2:15 pmSacramento Intl
Dec 11
SMF11:55 amSacramento Intl
7h 40m
1 stop
DTW10:35 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$422
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Southwest
Dec 8
DTW7:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
10h 15m
2 stops
SMF2:15 pmSacramento Intl
Dec 11
SMF5:50 amSacramento Intl
9h 00m
2 stops
DTW5:50 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$427
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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 October 16, 2025.
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DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/30

5:14 pm-12:08 pm

1 stop21h 54m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 11/6

12:11 pm-4:19 pm

1 stop25h 08m

$220

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/28

5:15 pm-6:14 pm

1 stop27h 59m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 2/1

9:00 am-4:19 pm

1 stop28h 19m

$240

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/4

10:33 pm-10:25 am

1 stop14h 52m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 12/7

12:36 pm-4:19 pm

1 stop24h 43m

$254

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/12

4:10 pm-3:26 pm

1 stop26h 16m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 11/17

11:17 am-12:03 pm

2 stops21h 46m

$265

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/14

4:51 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop9h 53m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 11/17

7:58 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop16h 57m

$281

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/30

9:20 pm-10:27 am

1 stop16h 07m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 11/10

12:58 pm-9:19 am

2 stops41h 21m

$283

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/24

4:40 pm-1:13 pm

1 stop23h 33m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/25

4:40 pm-3:22 pm

1 stop19h 42m

$292

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/8

9:40 am-8:52 pm

1 stop14h 12m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 12/12

12:36 pm-11:17 pm

2 stops31h 41m

$298

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/12

8:00 am-12:35 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 11/17

11:55 am-10:35 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$417

DetroitSacramento

DTW - SMF

DTWSMF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/8

7:00 am-2:15 pm

2 stops10h 15m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 12/11

11:55 am-10:35 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$422

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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 $258. 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 $465. 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 $418 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 $324 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 18% 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 October 2025, prices for Detroit to Sacramento flights are approximately 43% cheaper 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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Best Price Found

$378

Fastest flight time

4h 56m

Direct flights

Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat and Sun

Airports in Sacramento

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Sacramento from Detroit in the past 72 hours is $378. The best round-trip flight deal from Detroit to Sacramento found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $638.
The fastest flight from Detroit to Sacramento takes 4h 56m
Direct flights go from Detroit to Sacramento on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The only airline offering direct flights is Delta.
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. 7h 35m 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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FrontierPriceFrom $84Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,137 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $187Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,098 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $283Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,982 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $356Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,241 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $369Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,984 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $392Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,043 reviews
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  • Delta Flights From Detroit to Sacramento

    Delta operates around 7 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 7,984 reviews.

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