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Flight deals from Washington Dulles to Sacramento International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Sacramento International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 3,899. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Sacramento.R 1,479 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 12 Aug, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,479, select.
Sacramento.R 2,629 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Sep.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,629, select.
Sacramento.R 2,696 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,696, select.
Sacramento.R 2,696 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Oct.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,696, select.
Sacramento.R 3,128 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,128, select.
Sacramento.R 3,779 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,779, select.
Sacramento.R 4,896 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Jan.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,896, select.
Sacramento.R 4,982 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Sep.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,982, select.
Sacramento.R 4,982 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Aug.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,982, select.
Sacramento.R 4,982 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,982, select.
Sacramento.R 4,982 per passenger.Departing Thu, 31 Dec.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 31 Dec, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,982, select.
Sacramento.R 4,982 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Oct.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,982, select.
Sacramento.R 4,982 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Jan.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,982, select.
Sacramento.R 6,464 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,464, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington Dulles to Sacramento International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington Dulles to Sacramento International flights are currently cheapest in August.
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Washington Dulles to Sacramento International: Alternative routes

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

Sacramento International

16km from central Sacramento
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Washington D.C. to Sacramento: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,479
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time5 hrs, 47 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week21

Finding cheap flights from Washington Dulles to Sacramento International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington Dulles to Sacramento International is R 3,899. 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 47 minutes is the average flight time from Washington Dulles to Sacramento International.
United, Brussels Airlines and SWISS fly direct from Washington Dulles to Sacramento International.
As of July 2026, there are 21 flights per week flying from Washington Dulles to Sacramento International.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington Dulles to Sacramento International is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Washington Dulles Airport to Sacramento International Airport on Friday, 28 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 47 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 and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Sacramento International.

Flying from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Sacramento International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 45 minutes.

  • The timezone in Sacramento is UTC-8, which is three hours behind Washington DC.

  • Choose from seven weekly Washington Dulles Airport to Sacramento International Airport flights. The 17:10 departure with United Airlines is the earliest you can take. United Airlines operates the last service of the day at 19:19.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your IAD to SMF flight.

  • During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • Flying into Sacramento (and then discovering more of the United States!) is easy with United. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Sacramento International Airport.

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

  • With an impressive 82.35% of services arriving on schedule, United is the most punctual carrier for IAD to SMF flights.

  • If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Washington Dulles Airport to Sacramento International Airport. These are the top stopovers between IAD and SMF:

    • Denver International Airport

    • Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport

    • Detroit Wayne County Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)

  • At the moment, R 1,479 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Washington Dulles Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 3,899. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.

  • Get cheap tickets from IAD to SMF by booking at least three months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • Organise your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Sacramento International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from IAD to SMF by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Sacramento International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)

  • The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.

  • 77% of flights taking off from Washington Dulles Airport reach their destination on time.

  • Washington Dulles Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near IAD. Whether you're taking an early flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Sacramento International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Sacramento International Airport (SMF)

  • Step off your Washington Dulles Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight and be in your hotel bed soon after. If you're looking for a comfy option within easy reach of SMF, make your way to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG.

  • Travel at your own speed with a Sacramento International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and experience more of Sacramento and beyond.

  • Booking your vehicle from Sacramento International Airport about two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

When to fly to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Sacramento International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Sacramento. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.

  • The warmest month in Sacramento is July, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Book your flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Sacramento International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Search for cheap tickets from IAD to SMF sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of the United States

  • Sacramento has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States you should also see. Around 145 kilometres south of Sacramento, a visit to San Jose will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.

  • Around 121 kilometres south-west of Sacramento, San Francisco is another favourite stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies - Alamo Square and Alcatraz Island.

Plan the rest of your trip from Washington D.C. to Sacramento

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