$40+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Chico, CA
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Chico
Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Chico flight deals. Data was last updated February 20, 2025.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $84 (Cheapflightsfares) |
One-way from | $40 (FlightHub) |
Popular in | February |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $259 |
Find flight deals from San Diego to Chico
Cheapest flights from San Diego to ChicoExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Chico. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Chico. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Find flights from San Diego to Chico within your budget
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Chico that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.
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Return
Price
San DiegoSacramento
SAN - SMF
SANSMF
San Diego
Wed 4/30
6:15 am-2:17 pm
1 stop8h 02m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 4/30
7:40 pm-7:19 am
1 stop11h 39m
San DiegoSacramento
SAN - SMF
SANSMF
San Diego
Sun 3/9
6:25 am-12:32 pm
1 stop6h 07m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 3/12
9:37 am-9:58 pm
1 stop12h 21m
San DiegoSacramento
SAN - SMF
SANSMF
San Diego
Wed 3/26
8:00 am-9:55 am
Nonstop1h 55m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 3/26
7:05 pm-8:41 pm
Nonstop1h 36m
San DiegoSacramento
SAN - SMF
SANSMF
San Diego
Tue 3/18
8:01 am-9:48 am
Nonstop1h 47m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 3/26
6:00 am-7:35 am
Nonstop1h 35m
San DiegoSacramento
SAN - SMF
SANSMF
San Diego
Mon 4/7
6:40 pm-11:05 pm
1 stop4h 25m
Sacramento Intl
Tue 4/8
8:50 am-2:30 pm
2 stops5h 40m
San DiegoSacramento
SAN - SMF
SANSMF
San Diego
Tue 3/18
6:05 pm-11:28 pm
1 stop5h 23m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 3/26
6:05 am-10:15 am
1 stop4h 10m
San DiegoSacramento
SAN - SMF
SANSMF
San Diego
Tue 3/11
6:15 am-10:05 am
1 stop3h 50m
Sacramento Intl
Tue 3/11
4:21 pm-8:23 pm
1 stop4h 02m
San DiegoSacramento
SAN - SMF
SANSMF
San Diego
Thu 3/6
4:30 pm-10:39 pm
1 stop6h 09m
Sacramento Intl
Thu 3/13
6:00 am-7:37 am
Nonstop1h 37m
San DiegoSacramento
SAN - SMF
SANSMF
San Diego
Tue 4/22
8:14 am-11:49 am
1 stop3h 35m
San DiegoSacramento
SAN - SMF
SANSMF
San Diego
Thu 3/13
6:25 am-12:27 pm
1 stop6h 02m
Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Chico
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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Chico
Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Diego to Chico including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.
How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Chico?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Chico. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.
The best time to book flights from San Diego to Chico is 49 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Chico?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Chico (average of $284). Flying from San Diego to Chico in June is currently the most expensive (average of $449). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to CH1?
Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Chico. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Diego to Chico as you normally would.
What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Chico?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Chico. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Chico flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Chico
Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Chico. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated February 20, 2025.
The most flights from SAN to CH1 are scheduled on a Thursday (21 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).
Rainfall in Chico by month
Plan your trip to Chico by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chico ranges from 0.0 - 3.6 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Chico when rainfall is around 0.0 in.
Temperature in Chico by month
Plan your trip to Chico by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chico, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).
Reviews of airlines servicing Chico
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chico. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chico. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Chico, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Christine,Aug 2024
DEN - LGB
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Food
Comfort
Overall
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Christine,Aug 2024
DEN - LGB
Entertainment
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Food
Comfort
Overall
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Christine,Aug 2024
DEN - LGB
Entertainment
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Food
Comfort
Overall
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Christine,Aug 2024
DEN - LGB
Entertainment
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Food
Comfort
Overall
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Christine,Aug 2024
DEN - LGB
Entertainment
Boarding
Food
Comfort
Overall
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Christine,Aug 2024
DEN - LGB
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Top 6 airlines flying from San Diego to Chico
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$38 | Average$91 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$60 | Average$113 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$114 | Average$206 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$131 | Average$268 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$213 | Average$375 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$256 | Average$383 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |