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Sacramento.211 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Jun, returning Sun, 8 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sun, 1 Jun, arriving in Sacramento International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Sun, 8 Jun, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 211 €, select.
Sacramento.270 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Apr, returning Sun, 4 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sun, 27 Apr, arriving in Sacramento International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Sun, 4 May, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 270 €, select.
Sacramento.285 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 May, returning Wed, 28 May.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Thu, 22 May, arriving in Sacramento International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Sacramento International on Wed, 28 May, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 285 €, select.
Sacramento.298 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Jul, returning Sat, 19 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sat, 12 Jul, arriving in Sacramento International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Sacramento International on Sat, 19 Jul, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 298 €, select.
Sacramento.301 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Aug, returning Tue, 12 Aug.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in Sacramento International.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Tue, 12 Aug, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 301 €, select.
Sacramento.316 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Sep, returning Mon, 22 Sep.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Fri, 19 Sep, arriving in Sacramento International.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 316 €, select.
Sacramento.367 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Jun, returning Sat, 5 Jul.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sat, 28 Jun, arriving in Sacramento International.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Sat, 5 Jul, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 367 €, select.
Sacramento.378 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 May, returning Wed, 30 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sat, 10 May, arriving in Sacramento International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Sacramento International on Wed, 30 Jul, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 378 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh / Durham to Sacramento

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Raleigh / Durham to Sacramento flights are currently cheapest in June.
Apr
from 619 €
May
from 285 €
Jun
from 211 €
Jul
from 298 €
Aug
from 301 €
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from 316 €
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Durham to Sacramento: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found211 €
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from Raleigh / Durham to Sacramento: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Sacramento: Sacramento International, Sacramento Stockton and Concord.
The best price we found for a return flight from Raleigh / Durham to Sacramento is 211 €. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Raleigh / Durham to Sacramento. But we found flights with one or more stops from 211 €.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from Raleigh / Durham to Sacramento.
The cheapest month to fly from Raleigh / Durham to Sacramento is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Raleigh / Durham Airport, the cheapest airport near Sacramento is Sacramento International – which is 15.6 km away from the centre of Sacramento. We've found flights into this airport from 211 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Sacramento on Sunday, 1 June 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Raleigh / Durham Airport and Sacramento. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 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.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 15°C. July is typically the warmest month in Sacramento, when it usually averages around 37°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is February.
Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sacramento.

Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Sacramento: what you need to know

  • Sacramento is 3 hours behind Durham, where Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located. Sacramento operates on the UTC-7 timezone.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from RDU to Sacramento, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • If you're travelling during a popular month like July, make your way to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines are longer during holiday periods like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.

  • For a domestic flight within United States, you won't need a passport or visa. However, you'll have to show another form of identification, such as a driver's licence or ID card. Once you've booked cheap tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Sacramento, make sure your ID is up to date.

  • The journey from central Durham to RDU takes approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 18 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Catching an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Sacramento? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near RDU:

How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Sacramento

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Sacramento is 109 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 211 €. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from RDU to Sacramento, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.

  • Getting cheap tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Sacramento is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Check out the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.

  • Locking in a cheap ticket from RDU to Sacramento is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Sacramento, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Airports in Sacramento

Sacramento International Airport (SMF)

  • Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento takes about 17 minutes by car. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.

  • It takes roughly 24 minutes to get there by public transport.

  • After your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Sacramento has touched down, relax and unwind at a nearby hotel. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas is a great option that's a quick drive from SMF.

Stockton Airport (SCK)

  • The centre of Sacramento is located around 88 kilometres from Stockton Airport (SCK). As soon as your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Sacramento has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 55 minutes.

  • You can expect the trip to take roughly 3 hours and 18 minutes on public transport.

  • Settle in and wind down at a hotel shortly after your flight from RDU to Sacramento. Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast and Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton are within easy reach of SCK.

Best time to go to Sacramento

  • August is the most popular month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Sacramento. To avoid the crowds, visit Sacramento in May when it's quieter.

  • Before you book a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Sacramento, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Sacramento, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 37ºC.

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from RDU to Sacramento in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 17ºC.

More about Sacramento

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Sacramento right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Sacramento:

  • Old Sacramento State Historic Park and Crocker Art Museum are a couple of big attractions to add to your Sacramento travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Discovery Park.

Complete your Sacramento trip with a car rental

  • We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Sacramento to track down amazing deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare your options in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know about car rentals in Sacramento, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.

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