Direct (nonstop) flights from Anchorage to Sacramento

1 airline flys nonstop from Ted Stevens Anchorage International (ANC) to Sacramento International (SMF). It's 1,972 miles (3,174 km), about 4h 29m in the air. Operated by Alaska Airlines.

ANC
Ted Stevens Anchorage International
🇺🇸 Anchorage, USA
SMF
Sacramento International
🇺🇸 Sacramento, USA
Flight Time
4h 29m
Distance
1,972 mi
3,174 km
CO₂/pax
333 kg
−42 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Alaska Airlines
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Alaska Airlines Alaska Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Alaska Airlines AS Alaska Airlines
Route
ANC → SMF
Flight Time
4h 29m
Distance
1,972 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Anchorage to Sacramento with one stop · direct emits 333 kg CO₂ per passenger

ANC PDX (Portland) SMF
Leg 1: 3h 40m (1,542 mi) Leg 2: 1h 36m (478 mi) Total: ~5h 16m 🍃 375 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ANC → PDX
3h 40m · 1,542 mi
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Leg 2
PDX → SMF
1h 36m · 478 mi
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ANC YVR (Vancouver) SMF
Leg 1: 3h 15m (1,330 mi) Leg 2: 2h 7m (729 mi) Total: ~5h 22m 🍃 385 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ANC → YVR
3h 15m · 1,330 mi
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Leg 2
YVR → SMF
2h 7m · 729 mi
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ANC SEA (Seattle) SMF
Leg 1: 3h 35m (1,448 mi) Leg 2: 1h 59m (605 mi) Total: ~5h 34m 🍃 382 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ANC → SEA
3h 35m · 1,448 mi
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Leg 2
SEA → SMF
1h 59m · 605 mi
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ANC GEG (Spokane) SMF
Leg 1: 3h 46m (1,584 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (649 mi) Total: ~5h 41m 🍃 413 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ANC → GEG
3h 46m · 1,584 mi
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Leg 2
GEG → SMF
1h 55m · 649 mi
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ANC SFO (San Francisco) SMF
Leg 1: 4h 44m (2,018 mi) Leg 2: 1h 2m (86 mi) Total: ~5h 46m 🍃 382 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ANC → SFO
4h 44m · 2,018 mi
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Leg 2
SFO → SMF
1h 2m · 86 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Anchorage to Sacramento?

A nonstop flight from Anchorage (ANC) to Sacramento (SMF) takes approximately 4 hours and 29 minutes. The distance is 1,972 miles (3,174 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Anchorage to Sacramento?

Just Alaska Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Anchorage to Sacramento?

Yes. 1 airline: Alaska Airlines.

How far is Anchorage from Sacramento?

The flight distance from Anchorage to Sacramento is 1,972 miles (3,174 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Los Angeles.

What type of aircraft flies from Anchorage to Sacramento?

At 4h 29m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Anchorage to Sacramento?

Roughly 333 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,665 km.

Is the return flight from Sacramento to Anchorage also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Anchorage to Sacramento?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Ted Stevens Anchorage International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.