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Cheapest return flight
$1,584
Typical prices: $1,290-$2,017
American Airlines
Sun 4/11Thu 8/11
SYD - SMF • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
$845
Typical prices: $924-$1,322
Air Canada
Thu 15/3
SYD - SMF • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Sydney and Sacramento. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 24% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Vancouver Intl (YVR)
Cheapest • Avg $1,367 (return)
Honolulu (HNL)
Shortest trip • 17h 32m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sydney to Sacramento (SYD-SMF)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Sydney to Sacramento

Thu, 4 Feb - Sat, 13 Feb
Air Canada Logo
11:20 - 15:21SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-SMF Sacramento Intl
23h 01m1 stop Vancouver Intl
Air Canada Logo
16:05 - 09:35SMF  Sacramento Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
22h 30m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$1,530Air Canada
Fri, 20 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
Qantas Airways Logo
14:05 - 18:40SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-SMF Sacramento Intl
23h 35m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
Qantas Airways Logo
06:30 - 09:00SMF  Sacramento Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
31h 30m1 stop Los Angeles
$1,546Qantas Airways
Thu, 4 Feb - Sat, 13 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:20 - 15:21SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-SMF Sacramento Intl
23h 01m1 stop Vancouver Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:05 - 15:05SMF  Sacramento Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
28h 00m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane
$1,572Multiple Airlines
Wed, 4 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov
American Airlines Logo
14:05 - 18:52SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-SMF Sacramento Intl
23h 47m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
06:30 - 09:00SMF  Sacramento Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
31h 30m1 stop Los Angeles
$1,584American Airlines
Wed, 4 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov
American Airlines Logo
14:05 - 09:32SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-SMF Sacramento Intl
38h 27m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
06:30 - 09:00SMF  Sacramento Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
31h 30m1 stop Los Angeles
$1,587American Airlines
Thu, 4 Feb - Sat, 13 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:20 - 15:21SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-SMF Sacramento Intl
28h 01m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:05 - 15:05SMF  Sacramento Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
28h 00m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane
$1,587Multiple Airlines
Wed, 4 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov
American Airlines Logo
14:05 - 18:52SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-SMF Sacramento Intl
23h 47m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
06:30 - 09:00SMF  Sacramento Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
31h 30m1 stop Los Angeles
$1,588American Airlines
Wed, 4 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov
American Airlines Logo
14:05 - 18:52SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-SMF Sacramento Intl
23h 47m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
06:30 - 12:25SMF  Sacramento Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
34h 55m2 stops Los Angeles Melbourne
$1,680American Airlines
Wed, 4 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov
United Airlines Logo
11:20 - 13:28SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-SMF Sacramento Intl
21h 08m2 stops Los Angeles San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
14:15 - 09:05SMF  Sacramento Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
23h 50m2 stops San Francisco Los Angeles
$2,745United Airlines
Wed, 4 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov
United Airlines Logo
11:20 - 13:28SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-SMF Sacramento Intl
21h 08m2 stops Los Angeles San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
14:15 - 09:05SMF  Sacramento Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
23h 50m2 stops San Francisco Los Angeles
$2,746United Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Sydney to Sacramento flights

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How much is a return flight from Sydney to Sacramento?

Return flights from Sydney to Sacramento start at $1,584. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from $1,290 to $2,017. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,584 on American Airlines.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Sacramento and is 24% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 17% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Sacramento?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Sacramento at $1,172 return.
•January ($2,116) and December ($1,990) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 80% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Sydney to Sacramento flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$845
Best time to beat the crowds (4% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (38% more expensive on average)
Flights from Sydney to Sacramento

When to book flights from Sydney to Sacramento

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sydney 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 Sydney to Sacramento flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Sydney to Sacramento:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Sydney to Sacramento?

    A direct flight from Sydney to Sacramento takes 0h 00m, covering 19,408 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Sydney 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 Sydney to Sacramento flight?

    Return flights from Sydney to Sacramento range from $1,290 to $2,017, with an average of $1,536 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,290 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Sydney 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 $1,584 to $4,395. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Sydney to Sacramento are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,419, which is 39% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 Sydney to Sacramento?

    Flights from Sydney to Sacramento usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Sacramento Intl (SMF).

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

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

    • San Francisco (SFO) – 40% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) – 31% of one-stop connections
    • Honolulu (HNL) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Vancouver Intl (YVR) – 11% of one-stop connections

    San Francisco (SFO) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Sydney to Sacramento route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 36%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $1,170 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,805 – a $634 difference. 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 Sydney to Sacramento?

    Flying via Honolulu (HNL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 17h 32m, compared to 17h 36m via San Francisco (SFO) and 19h 08m via Los Angeles (LAX).

  • What is the time difference between Sydney and Sacramento?

    Sacramento is 17 hours behind Sydney (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 Sydney 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 Sunday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average $1,170 – about $634 less than Friday (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sydney to Sacramento trip for September. Fares historically average $1,172 return in that month – typically $944 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).

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