Direct (nonstop) flights from Kauai Island to Sacramento

2 airlines fly nonstop from Lihue (LIH) to Sacramento International (SMF). It's 2,508 miles (4,037 km), about 5h 15m in the air. Operated by Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines.

LIH
Lihue
🇺🇸 Kauai Island, USA
SMF
Sacramento International
🇺🇸 Sacramento, USA
Flight Time
5h 15m
Distance
2,508 mi
4,037 km
CO₂/pax
384 kg
−76 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Alaska Airlines +1
Time Diff
+3h
Operated by Alaska Airlines Alaska Airlines Hawaiian Airlines Hawaiian Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Alaska Airlines AS Alaska Airlines
Route
LIH → SMF
Flight Time
5h 15m
Distance
2,508 mi
Hawaiian Airlines HA Hawaiian Airlines
Route
LIH → SMF
Flight Time
5h 15m
Distance
2,508 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Kauai Island to Sacramento with one stop · direct emits 384 kg CO₂ per passenger

LIH HNL (Honolulu) SMF
Leg 1: 38m (102 mi) Leg 2: 5h 10m (2,461 mi) Total: ~5h 48m 🍃 460 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LIH → HNL
38m · 102 mi
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Leg 2
HNL → SMF
5h 10m · 2,461 mi
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LIH OGG (Kahului) SMF
Leg 1: 49m (201 mi) Leg 2: 5h 5m (2,404 mi) Total: ~5h 54m 🍃 468 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LIH → OGG
49m · 201 mi
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Leg 2
OGG → SMF
5h 5m · 2,404 mi
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LIH KOA (Kailua-Kona) SMF
Leg 1: 52m (263 mi) Leg 2: 5h 10m (2,435 mi) Total: ~6h 2m 🍃 485 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LIH → KOA
52m · 263 mi
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Leg 2
KOA → SMF
5h 10m · 2,435 mi
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LIH SFO (San Francisco) SMF
Leg 1: 5h 15m (2,446 mi) Leg 2: 1h 2m (86 mi) Total: ~6h 17m 🍃 454 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LIH → SFO
5h 15m · 2,446 mi
View LIH to SFO flights →
Leg 2
SFO → SMF
1h 2m · 86 mi
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LIH LAX (Los Angeles) SMF
Leg 1: 5h 37m (2,615 mi) Leg 2: 1h 31m (372 mi) Total: ~7h 8m 🍃 494 kg CO₂ (+29% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LIH → LAX
5h 37m · 2,615 mi
View LIH to LAX flights →
Leg 2
LAX → SMF
1h 31m · 372 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Kauai Island to Sacramento?

A nonstop flight from Kauai Island (LIH) to Sacramento (SMF) takes approximately 5 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 2,508 miles (4,037 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Kauai Island to Sacramento?

2 airlines: Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Kauai Island to Sacramento?

Yes. 2 airlines: Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines.

How far is Kauai Island from Sacramento?

The flight distance from Kauai Island to Sacramento is 2,508 miles (4,037 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 Kauai Island to Sacramento?

At 5h 15m, 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 Kauai Island to Sacramento?

Roughly 384 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,920 km.

Is the return flight from Sacramento to Kauai Island 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 Kauai Island 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 Lihue for this flight?

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