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Cheap flights from Richmond to San Francisco from $171

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Richmond to San Francisco departing on 8/28. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Frontier Logo
6:47 pm - 10:35 am
RIC
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SMF
18h 48m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
11:42 am - 4:31 pm
SMF
-
RIC
25h 49m
1 stop
$338Frontier
Fri, Aug 14 - Sun, Aug 23
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:31 am - 6:20 pm
RIC
-
SMF
11h 49m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:15 pm - 2:02 pm
SMF
-
RIC
15h 47m
2 stops
$361Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 22 - Wed, Sep 23
Southwest Logo
6:15 am - 11:05 am
RIC
-
SMF
7h 50m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
10:40 pm - 9:50 am
SMF
-
RIC
8h 10m
1 stop
$363Southwest
Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Aug 25
Southwest Logo
6:15 am - 11:05 am
RIC
-
SMF
7h 50m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
11:50 pm - 2:50 pm
SMF
-
RIC
12h 00m
1 stop
$368Southwest
Wed, Sep 9 - Mon, Sep 14
Delta Logo
6:05 am - 12:21 pm
RIC
-
SMF
9h 16m
1 stop
Delta Logo
12:08 pm - 12:43 am
SMF
-
RIC
9h 35m
1 stop
$373Delta
Wed, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 29
American Airlines Logo
12:37 pm - 8:12 pm
RIC
-
SMF
10h 35m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 11:01 pm
SMF
-
RIC
13h 01m
2 stops
$374American Airlines
Wed, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:31 am - 6:20 pm
RIC
-
SMF
11h 49m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:58 pm - 9:21 pm
SMF
-
RIC
22h 23m
1 stop
$390Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 22 - Wed, Sep 23
Southwest Logo
3:25 pm - 8:15 pm
RIC
-
SMF
7h 50m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:35 am - 4:10 pm
SMF
-
RIC
6h 35m
1 stop
$391Southwest
Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
Southwest Logo
6:30 am - 12:35 pm
RIC
-
SMF
9h 05m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
11:50 pm - 2:50 pm
SMF
-
RIC
12h 00m
1 stop
$396Southwest
Thu, Sep 24 - Tue, Sep 29
Southwest Logo
3:30 pm - 10:10 pm
RIC
-
SMF
9h 40m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
8:00 pm - 9:50 am
SMF
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RIC
10h 50m
2 stops
$401Southwest
Wed, Sep 9 - Mon, Sep 14

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Alaska Airlines flights from Richmond to Sacramento

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Richmond to Sacramento flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
Jul 30
RIC3:19 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
11h 13m
2 stops
SMF11:32 pmSacramento Intl
Aug 3
SMF10:13 amSacramento Intl
11h 26m
2 stops
RIC12:39 amRichmond Byrd Intl
$988
Alaska Airlines
Jul 30
RIC3:19 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
11h 13m
2 stops
SMF11:32 pmSacramento Intl
Aug 3
SMF10:13 amSacramento Intl
11h 26m
2 stops
RIC12:39 amRichmond Byrd Intl
$997
Alaska Airlines
Jul 30
RIC3:19 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
11h 13m
2 stops
SMF11:32 pmSacramento Intl
Aug 3
SMF10:13 amSacramento Intl
11h 26m
2 stops
RIC12:39 amRichmond Byrd Intl
$1,073

United Airlines flights from Richmond to Sacramento

Our best United Airlines deals on Richmond to Sacramento flight tickets
United Airlines
Aug 17
RIC4:55 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
8h 34m
1 stop
SMF10:29 pmSacramento Intl
Aug 24
SMF12:57 pmSacramento Intl
6h 54m
1 stop
RIC10:51 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$419
United Airlines
Aug 21
RIC5:37 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
8h 11m
1 stop
SMF10:48 pmSacramento Intl
Aug 25
SMF7:00 amSacramento Intl
8h 06m
1 stop
RIC6:06 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$420
United Airlines
Nov 17
RIC8:00 amRichmond Byrd Intl
8h 14m
1 stop
SMF1:14 pmSacramento Intl
Nov 18
SMF1:05 pmSacramento Intl
6h 46m
1 stop
RIC10:51 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$473

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond 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 July 24, 2026.
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

RichmondSacramento

RIC - SMF

RICSMF

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 8/14

6:47 pm-10:35 am

1 stop18h 48m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 8/23

11:42 am-4:31 pm

1 stop25h 49m

$338

RichmondSacramento

RIC - SMF

RICSMF

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 9/22

9:31 am-6:20 pm

1 stop11h 49m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/23

7:15 pm-2:02 pm

2 stops15h 47m

$361

RichmondSacramento

RIC - SMF

RICSMF

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 8/18

6:15 am-11:05 am

1 stop7h 50m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/25

10:40 pm-9:50 am

1 stop8h 10m

$363

RichmondSacramento

RIC - SMF

RICSMF

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 9/9

6:15 am-11:05 am

1 stop7h 50m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/14

11:50 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop12h 00m

$368

RichmondSacramento

RIC - SMF

RICSMF

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 9/23

6:05 am-12:21 pm

1 stop9h 16m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/29

12:08 pm-12:43 am

1 stop9h 35m

$373

RichmondSacramento

RIC - SMF

RICSMF

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 9/23

12:37 pm-8:12 pm

2 stops10h 35m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/29

7:00 am-11:01 pm

2 stops13h 01m

$374

RichmondSacramento

RIC - SMF

RICSMF

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 9/22

9:31 am-6:20 pm

1 stop11h 49m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/23

7:58 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop22h 23m

$390
Quickest round-trip

RichmondSacramento

RIC - SMF

RICSMF

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 10/14

3:25 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/20

6:35 am-4:10 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$391

RichmondSacramento

RIC - SMF

RICSMF

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 9/24

6:30 am-12:35 pm

1 stop9h 05m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/29

11:50 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop12h 00m

$396

RichmondSacramento

RIC - SMF

RICSMF

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 9/9

3:30 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops9h 40m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/14

8:00 pm-9:50 am

2 stops10h 50m

$401

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Richmond to Sacramento

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $488 to $576.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $338.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Sacramento?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Sacramento from Richmond, with most prices found around $347. If you are unable to visit Sacramento during the month of September, then departing from Richmond during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $437.

How have Richmond to Sacramento flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2026, prices for Richmond to Sacramento flights are approximately 24% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Richmond to Sacramento

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

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Fastest flight time

7h 50m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Richmond to Sacramento takes 7h 50m
There are no direct flights from Richmond to Sacramento. There are no popular flight routes from Richmond to Sacramento.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Richmond to Sacramento

  • How far is Richmond Byrd Intl to Sacramento Intl by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Richmond Byrd Intl to Sacramento Intl is 2372.8 mi. Typically, this will take 7h 50m by plane in normal conditions.

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

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

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

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Richmond Byrd Intl Airport 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 Richmond Byrd Intl Airport to Sacramento Intl Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Sacramento Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Sacramento Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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

Best airlines flying from Richmond to Sacramento

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
DeltaPriceFrom $178Free CancellationRating
7.8
8,481 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $335Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,842 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $342Free CancellationRating
7.4
10,026 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $352Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,236 reviews
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