Los Angeles to Sacramento flights
Direct and connecting flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Los Angeles to Sacramento take?
Flight time from Los Angeles (LAX) to Sacramento (SMF) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Los Angeles to Sacramento?
Airline availability for LAX to SMF changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Los Angeles to Sacramento?
Direct (nonstop) availability on LAX to SMF varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence involving any operator on this pair in the last 90 days.
- SkyWest64
- Frontier Airlines58
- American Airlines40
- Southwest Airlines40
- Delta Air Lines40
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| SkyWest | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| American Airlines | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| Southwest Airlines | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| Frontier Airlines | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| Delta Air Lines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning LAX → SMF
LAX to SMF is a short-haul route of 600 km (373 mi). See the return SMF → LAX route.
Alternative airports near Los Angeles: Hawthorne (HHR) — 7 km, Santa Monica (SMO) — 9 km, Torrance (TOA) — 17 km.
Alternative airports near Sacramento: Sacramento (MCC) — 17 km, Sacramento (SAC) — 22 km, Sacramento (MHR) — 30 km.