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Cheapest return flight
$1,487
Typical prices: $1,289-$1,656
American Airlines
Wed 21/11Wed 28/11
MEL - SMF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$636
Typical prices: $842-$995
Multiple Airlines
Wed 31/1
MEL - SMF • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Melbourne Airport and Sacramento. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
August
Cheapest • 29% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $1,362 (return)
Los Angeles (LAX)
Shortest trip • 20h 24m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Sacramento (MEL-SMF)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Sacramento

Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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12:00 - 22:09MEL  Melbourne-SMF Sacramento Intl
29h 09m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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05:00 - 05:00SMF  Sacramento Intl-MEL Melbourne
29h 00m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,487American Airlines
Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
Delta Logo
10:10 - 13:34MEL  Melbourne-SMF Sacramento Intl
22h 24m1 stop Los Angeles
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09:55 - 08:00SMF  Sacramento Intl-MEL Melbourne
27h 05m2 stops Salt Lake City Los Angeles
$1,501Delta
Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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12:00 - 18:54MEL  Melbourne-SMF Sacramento Intl
25h 54m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles
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06:05 - 05:00SMF  Sacramento Intl-MEL Melbourne
27h 55m2 stops Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,523Qantas Airways
Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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08:10 - 09:36MEL  Melbourne-SMF Sacramento Intl
20h 26m2 stops Brisbane San Francisco
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22:09 - 10:30SMF  Sacramento Intl-MEL Melbourne
65h 21m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
$1,535United Airlines
Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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08:10 - 13:28MEL  Melbourne-SMF Sacramento Intl
24h 18m2 stops Brisbane San Francisco
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12:01 - 10:30SMF  Sacramento Intl-MEL Melbourne
27h 29m1 stop San Francisco
$1,602United Airlines
Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:35 - 23:32MEL  Melbourne-SMF Sacramento Intl
35h 57m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Honolulu
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:00 - 10:35SMF  Sacramento Intl-MEL Melbourne
32h 35m2 stops Honolulu Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,990Multiple Airlines
Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
United Airlines Logo
12:45 - 17:08MEL  Melbourne-SMF Sacramento Intl
23h 23m1 stop San Francisco
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14:15 - 10:30SMF  Sacramento Intl-MEL Melbourne
25h 15m1 stop San Francisco
$2,094United Airlines
Mon, 28 Dec - Sat, 16 Jan
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11:30 - 20:42MEL  Melbourne-SMF Sacramento Intl
28h 12m1 stop Los Angeles
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05:00 - 10:30SMF  Sacramento Intl-MEL Melbourne
34h 30m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
$2,273United Airlines
Mon, 28 Dec - Sat, 16 Jan
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12:45 - 20:42MEL  Melbourne-SMF Sacramento Intl
26h 57m2 stops San Francisco Los Angeles
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05:00 - 10:30SMF  Sacramento Intl-MEL Melbourne
34h 30m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
$2,273United Airlines
Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:30 - 10:36MEL  Melbourne-SMF Sacramento Intl
38h 06m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Los Angeles
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14:49 - 07:35SMF  Sacramento Intl-MEL Melbourne
45h 46m3 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Hong Kong Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,538Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Melbourne Airport to Sacramento flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Sacramento?

Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Sacramento typically range from $1,289 to $1,656. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,487 on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Sacramento?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Sacramento. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 14% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Sacramento?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Sacramento at $1,034 return.
•May ($2,237) and October ($1,959) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 116% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Melbourne Airport to Sacramento flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$636
Beat the crowds with an average 42% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 64% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Melbourne Airport to Sacramento

When to book flights from Melbourne to Sacramento

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Sacramento based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Melbourne Airport to Sacramento flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Melbourne Airport to Sacramento?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Melbourne Airport to Sacramento:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class

  • How long is a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sacramento?

    A direct flight from Melbourne Airport to Sacramento takes 00m, covering 20,541 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Melbourne Airport to Sacramento?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Melbourne Airport to Sacramento flight?

    Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Sacramento range from $1,289 to $1,656, with an average of $1,450 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,289 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Sacramento changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,487 to $6,092. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Sacramento looking right now?

    One-way fares from Melbourne Airport to Sacramento are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $836.

  • Which car hire options are available at Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF)?

    Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $34 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Payless

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Melbourne Airport to Sacramento?

    Flights from Melbourne Airport to Sacramento usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) and arrive at Sacramento Intl (SMF).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Melbourne Airport to Sacramento pass through?

    One-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Sacramento most commonly connect through:

    • Los Angeles (LAX) – 50% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) – 42% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) – 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Melbourne Airport to Sacramento?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Sacramento. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $1,383 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,656, a difference of $273.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Melbourne Airport to Sacramento?

    Flying via Los Angeles (LAX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 20h 24m, compared to 22h 52m via San Francisco (SFO) and 23h 43m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport and Sacramento?

    Sacramento is 18 hours behind Melbourne Airport (Pacific Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Sacramento?

    Some of the most popular sights in Sacramento are UC Davis Medical Center and Golden 1 Center. These are among the most viewed places in Sacramento on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Melbourne Airport to Sacramento flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $1,383, about $273 less than Monday fares (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne Airport to Sacramento trip for August. Fares historically average $1,034 return in that month – typically $1,203 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).

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