Cheap Flights from Sacramento International to Phoenix Sky Harbor

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Flight deals from Sacramento International to Phoenix Sky Harbor

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sacramento International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 2,264. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento International to Phoenix Sky Harbor

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sacramento International to Phoenix Sky Harbor flights are currently cheapest in September.

Direct flights from Sacramento International to Phoenix Sky Harbor

Sacramento International to Phoenix Sky Harbor: Alternative routes

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

Sacramento to Phoenix: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,157
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time1 hr, 55 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week135

Finding cheap flights from Sacramento International to Phoenix Sky Harbor: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Sacramento International to Phoenix Sky Harbor is R 2,264. 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.
1 hour and 55 minutes is the average flight time from Sacramento International to Phoenix Sky Harbor.
Southwest Airlines, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines fly direct from Sacramento International to Phoenix Sky Harbor.
As of July 2026, there are 135 flights per week flying from Sacramento International to Phoenix Sky Harbor.
The cheapest month to fly from Sacramento International to Phoenix Sky Harbor is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sacramento International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport on Saturday, 1 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 55 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor 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 Phoenix is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Frontier Airlines and Southwest Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Phoenix Sky Harbor.

Flying from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Sacramento International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport.

  • Phoenix is one hour ahead of Sacramento and follows the UTC-7 timezone.

  • Flights from SMF to PHX start at 05:00 — the earliest with Southwest Airlines. The last service of the day is at 22:30 with Southwest Airlines. In total, you can choose from 55 weekly Sacramento International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport flights.

  • Your SMF to PHX flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • American Airlines is your ticket to exploring Phoenix (and maybe even some other great parts of the United States!). Check out the direct flights from Sacramento International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport offered by this popular carrier.

  • The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is American Airlines.

  • With an impressive 84.85% of services arriving as scheduled, American Airlines is the most punctual carrier for SMF to PHX flights.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sacramento International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between SMF and PHX include:

    • Harry Reid International Airport

    • San Diego International Airport

    • Santa Ana John Wayne Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)

  • Right now, R 1,157 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 2,264. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from SMF to PHX, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Sacramento International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Picking up cheap flights from SMF to PHX is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new deal comes up.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Sacramento International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport.

Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)

  • SMF's address is 6900 Airport Boulevard.

  • Sacramento International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 81% of flights that depart SMF reach their destination on time.

  • Central Sacramento to Sacramento International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.

  • The journey when using public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.

  • Get your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport off to an easy start. Just a short ride from SMF, spend the night in Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG and be well-rested for the trip ahead.

Arriving at Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)

Getting from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) to central Phoenix

  • PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.

  • Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to central Phoenix has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.

  • It takes roughly 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)

  • April is the most popular month for flights from Sacramento International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Phoenix in March.

  • The warmest month in Phoenix is July, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 45ºC (113ºF). Lock in your flights from Sacramento International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • January has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SMF to PHX around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of the United States

  • San Diego is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Phoenix. Around 483 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.

  • Las Vegas is another essential stop in the United States and is around 418 kilometres north-west of Phoenix. No journey is complete without a visit to Ciudad del Pecado o Las Vegas, Las Vegas Strip and Fountains of Bellagio.

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