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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 583
Typical prices: C$ 476-C$ 713
United Airlines
Tue 16/1Wed 31/1
SMF - GDL • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 915
Typical prices: C$ 474-C$ 701
Volaris
Fri 14/12Sat 29/12
SMF - GDL • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Volaris and Aeromexico. Average duration is 3h 49m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 92% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 12% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 571 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 08m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Guadalajara (SMF-GDL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sacramento to Guadalajara

Sat, 16 Jan - Sun, 31 Jan
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7:00 a.m. - 10:35 p.m.SMF  Sacramento Intl-GDL Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
13h 35m2 stops Los Angeles Houston George Bush Intcntl
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5:45 a.m. - 12:23 p.m.GDL  Guadalajara Miguel Hidal-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 38m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
C$ 583United Airlines
7 hours ago
Sat, 16 Jan - Sat, 30 Jan
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7:00 a.m. - 10:35 p.m.SMF  Sacramento Intl-GDL Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
13h 35m2 stops Los Angeles Houston George Bush Intcntl
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1:35 p.m. - 11:44 p.m.GDL  Guadalajara Miguel Hidal-SMF Sacramento Intl
12h 09m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco
C$ 590United Airlines
10 hours ago
Sun, 10 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan
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1:29 p.m. - 10:35 p.m.SMF  Sacramento Intl-GDL Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
7h 06m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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1:35 p.m. - 10:59 p.m.GDL  Guadalajara Miguel Hidal-SMF Sacramento Intl
11h 24m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
C$ 618United Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, 15 Jan - Wed, 20 Jan
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7:30 a.m. - 10:35 p.m.SMF  Sacramento Intl-GDL Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
13h 05m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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5:45 a.m. - 12:23 p.m.GDL  Guadalajara Miguel Hidal-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 38m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
C$ 624United Airlines
6 hours ago
Sat, 16 Jan - Sun, 31 Jan
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8:52 a.m. - 10:35 p.m.SMF  Sacramento Intl-GDL Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
11h 43m2 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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5:45 a.m. - 5:42 p.m.GDL  Guadalajara Miguel Hidal-SMF Sacramento Intl
13h 57m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl
C$ 625United Airlines
7 hours ago
Sun, 10 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan
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7:54 p.m. - 12:36 p.m.SMF  Sacramento Intl-GDL Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
14h 42m2 stops Los Angeles Houston George Bush Intcntl
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5:45 a.m. - 12:23 p.m.GDL  Guadalajara Miguel Hidal-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 38m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
C$ 635United Airlines
9 hours ago
Thu, 21 Jan - Mon, 25 Jan
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10:15 a.m. - 10:35 p.m.SMF  Sacramento Intl-GDL Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
10h 20m2 stops Los Angeles Houston George Bush Intcntl
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5:45 a.m. - 6:51 p.m.GDL  Guadalajara Miguel Hidal-SMF Sacramento Intl
15h 06m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl
C$ 642United Airlines
2 days ago
Fri, 22 Jan - Mon, 25 Jan
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1:29 p.m. - 10:35 p.m.SMF  Sacramento Intl-GDL Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
7h 06m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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1:35 p.m. - 10:59 p.m.GDL  Guadalajara Miguel Hidal-SMF Sacramento Intl
11h 24m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
C$ 649United Airlines
2 days ago
Wed, 20 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan
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6:19 a.m. - 9:33 p.m.SMF  Sacramento Intl-GDL Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
13h 14m2 stops Los Angeles Mexico City Benito Juarez
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7:42 a.m. - 10:59 p.m.GDL  Guadalajara Miguel Hidal-SMF Sacramento Intl
17h 17m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Los Angeles
C$ 654Delta
1 day ago
Sun, 10 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan
United Airlines Logo
1:29 p.m. - 10:35 p.m.SMF  Sacramento Intl-GDL Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
7h 06m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
5:45 a.m. - 12:23 p.m.GDL  Guadalajara Miguel Hidal-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 38m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
C$ 655United Airlines
9 hours ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Sacramento to Guadalajara 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 round-trip flight from Sacramento to Guadalajara?

Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Guadalajara typically range from C$ 476 to C$ 713. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 583, on United Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Guadalajara. It's 4% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 2% higher.

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

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Guadalajara at C$ 498 round-trip.
•December (C$ 908) and June (C$ 657) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 82% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Sacramento to Guadalajara the cheapest?

Flights from Sacramento to Guadalajara are cheapest 7 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 19% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Sacramento to Guadalajara flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

C$ 259
Beat the crowds with an average 28% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 44% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Sacramento to Guadalajara

When to book flights from Sacramento to Guadalajara

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

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Sacramento to Guadalajara?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Sacramento to Guadalajara:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:15 am and lands at 4:04 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:35 pm and lands at 2:24 am.

    The flight takes about 3h 49m.

  • How long does a flight from Sacramento to Guadalajara take?

    A direct flight from Sacramento to Guadalajara takes 3h 49m, covering 4,300 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Sacramento to Guadalajara?

    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 Sacramento to Guadalajara flight?

    Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Guadalajara range from C$ 476 to C$ 713, with an average of C$ 567 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 476 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Sacramento to Guadalajara flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 11% above the C$ 567 route average. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Sacramento to Guadalajara?

    On this route, direct and layover fares are close on average, with direct at C$ 561 round-trip and layover options via Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) at C$ 571.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Sacramento to Guadalajara?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 42–C$ 141 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Sacramento to Guadalajara?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Frontier and Volaris. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

  • How are flight departures from Sacramento to Guadalajara spread across the day?

    Night is the busiest departure period on Sacramento to Guadalajara flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Evening flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Sacramento to Guadalajara changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 583 to C$ 3,143. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Sacramento to Guadalajara are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 352, which is 32% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Airport (GDL)?

    Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Airport (GDL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 28 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • America Car Rental
    • MEXRENTACAR
    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Localiza
    • Budget

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

    Flights from Sacramento to Guadalajara usually depart from Sacramento Intl (SMF) and arrive at Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Sacramento to Guadalajara?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Sacramento to Guadalajara?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Sacramento to Guadalajara route, 15% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 02m.

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

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

    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) – 28% of one-stop connections
    • Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) – 17% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 6% on flights from Sacramento to Guadalajara. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 549 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at C$ 582, a difference of C$ 33.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Sacramento to Guadalajara?

    2 airlines operate flights between Sacramento and Guadalajara. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Volaris
    • Aeromexico

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Sacramento to Guadalajara?

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 08m, compared with 7h 36m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 7h 45m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

  • What is the time difference between Sacramento and Guadalajara?

    Guadalajara is 2 hours ahead of Sacramento (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Sacramento to Guadalajara flights?

    Among airlines operating Sacramento to Guadalajara flights:

    • Aeromexico: offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Sacramento to Guadalajara flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Volaris: a checked bag in Economy Class class
    • Aeromexico: a cabin bag in Economy Class class
    • Delta: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Sacramento to Guadalajara 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average C$ 549, about C$ 33 less than Thursday fares (6% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 7 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 19% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sacramento to Guadalajara trip for September. Fares historically average C$ 498 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 410 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Aeromexico. Over the past three months, 92% of Aeromexico flights from Sacramento to Guadalajara arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 85%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 02m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.

Prefer to fly direct from Sacramento to Guadalajara?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Sacramento Intl Airport to Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Sacramento Intl to Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

Monday

Aeromexico,Volaris

Aeromexico,Volaris

Tuesday

Aeromexico,Volaris

Aeromexico,Volaris

Wednesday

Aeromexico,Volaris

Aeromexico,Volaris

Thursday

Aeromexico,Volaris

Aeromexico,Volaris

Friday

Aeromexico,Volaris

Aeromexico,Volaris

Saturday

Aeromexico,Volaris

Aeromexico,Volaris

Sunday

Aeromexico,Volaris

Aeromexico,Volaris

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Direct returns

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal to Sacramento Intl

Monday

Aeromexico,Volaris

Aeromexico,Volaris

Tuesday

Aeromexico,Volaris

Aeromexico,Volaris

Wednesday

Aeromexico,Volaris

Aeromexico,Volaris

Thursday

Aeromexico,Volaris

Aeromexico,Volaris

Friday

Aeromexico,Volaris

Aeromexico,Volaris

Saturday

Aeromexico,Volaris

Aeromexico,Volaris

Sunday

Aeromexico,Volaris

Aeromexico,Volaris

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