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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sacramento International Airport to Tucson International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 4,529. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Tucson.R 2,228 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Dec.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Tucson International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,228, select.
Tucson.R 2,234 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Nov.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Tucson International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,234, select.
Tucson.R 2,296 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Sacramento International on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Tucson International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,296, select.
Tucson.R 2,310 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Sep.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Sacramento International on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in Tucson International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,310, select.
Tucson.R 2,497 per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 Jan.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Sacramento International on Sat, 16 Jan, arriving in Tucson International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,497, select.
Tucson.R 3,532 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Dec.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Fri, 18 Dec, arriving in Tucson International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,532, select.
Tucson.R 3,540 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Nov.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Sat, 28 Nov, arriving in Tucson International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,540, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento International to Tucson International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sacramento International to Tucson International flights are currently cheapest in December.
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Direct flights from Sacramento International to Tucson International

Sacramento International to Tucson International: Alternative routes

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

Tucson International

13km from central Tucson
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Sacramento to Tucson: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,228
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time2 hrs
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week5

Finding cheap flights from Sacramento International to Tucson International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Sacramento International to Tucson International is R 4,529. 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.
2 hours is the average flight time from Sacramento International to Tucson International.
Southwest Airlines flies direct from Sacramento International to Tucson International.
As of July 2026, there are 5 flights per week flying from Sacramento International to Tucson International.
The cheapest month to fly from Sacramento International to Tucson International 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 Tucson International Airport on Monday, 17 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours.
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 Tucson 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 Tucson is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Southwest Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Tucson International.

Flying from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Tucson International Airport (TUS): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Sacramento International Airport to Tucson International Airport is 2 hours 5 minutes.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your SMF to TUS flight.

  • Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Jetting into Tucson (and then exploring more of the United States!) is a breeze with Southwest Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Sacramento International Airport to Tucson International Airport.

  • The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Southwest Airlines.

  • With 72.73% of services arriving as scheduled, Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering SMF to TUS flights.

  • If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sacramento International Airport to Tucson International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SMF and TUS:

    • Los Angeles International Airport

    • Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport

    • Harry Reid International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Tucson International Airport (TUS)

  • R 2,228 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Tucson International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 4,529. These prices may change depending on availability.

  • Get cheap tickets from SMF to TUS by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Sacramento International Airport to Tucson International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Landing cheap flights from SMF to TUS is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.

  • Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Sacramento International Airport to Tucson International Airport.

Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)

  • SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.

  • 81% of flights departing from Sacramento International Airport arrive at their destination as planned. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from SMF.

  • Sacramento International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Sacramento. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip when using public transport will take about 50 minutes.

  • Looking for a hotel to stay in before your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Tucson International Airport? Check out Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG. Get a good night's sleep here before making your way to SMF.

Arriving at Tucson International Airport (TUS)

Getting from Tucson International Airport (TUS) to central Tucson

  • You'll find TUS at 7005 South Plumer Ave..

  • From Tucson International Airport, Tucson is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • It typically takes 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Tucson International Airport (TUS)

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Tucson International Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Tucson. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.

  • When booking your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Tucson International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Tucson, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SMF to TUS sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of the United States

  • Tucson is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be discovered. About 161 kilometres north-west of Tucson, a visit to Phoenix will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Camelback Mountain, Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Heard Museum.

  • If you're ready to explore another major stop in the United States, head for El Paso, about 434 kilometres east of Tucson. Franklin Mountains State Park, Franklin Mountains State Park and Wyler Aerial Tramway are key highlights.

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