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$75+ Cheap flights from San Antonio to Sacramento (SAT - SMF)

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 4/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAT — SMF
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$148
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$75
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

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August

Average price

$451
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Cheapest flights from San Antonio to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Antonio to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/167:25 pmSAT - SMF
1 stop15h 08mSpirit Airlines
Sat 4/197:34 pmSMF - SAT
1 stop7h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/25$148
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Fri 5/3010:51 pmSAT - SMF
1 stop12h 41mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/66:48 pmSMF - SAT
1 stop18h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$294
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/236:50 amSAT - SMF
2 stops13h 02mDelta
Wed 4/3010:02 amSMF - SAT
1 stop5h 25mDelta
Deal found 3/26$334
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/308:35 pmSAT - SMF
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Fri 6/61:35 pmSMF - SAT
2 stops7h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 3/26$385
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/157:00 amSAT - SMF
1 stop18h 41mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/2210:51 amSMF - SAT
2 stops11h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/25$403
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/161:10 pmSAT - SMF
1 stop6h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/236:50 amSMF - SAT
2 stops10h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$414
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 11/245:06 amSAT - SMF
1 stop8h 42mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/3011:59 pmSMF - SAT
1 stop6h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$617
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/1611:31 amSAT - SMF
1 stop12h 06mFrontier
Fri 4/181:08 amSMF - SAT
2 stops16h 04mFrontier
Deal found 3/25$630

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Antonio to Sacramento 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 March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Antonio to Sacramento that are best for you.

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San AntonioSacramento

SAT - SMF

SATSMF

San Antonio

Thu 4/24

5:39 am-12:22 pm

1 stop8h 43m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/30

6:41 pm-9:32 am

1 stop12h 51m

$170

San AntonioSacramento

SAT - SMF

SATSMF

San Antonio

Fri 5/30

10:51 pm-9:32 am

1 stop12h 41m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 6/6

6:48 pm-3:01 pm

1 stop18h 13m

$294

San AntonioSacramento

SAT - SMF

SATSMF

San Antonio

Wed 6/25

6:00 am-11:46 am

1 stop7h 46m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 7/1

11:05 pm-10:30 am

1 stop9h 25m

$337

San AntonioSacramento

SAT - SMF

SATSMF

San Antonio

Fri 5/30

6:00 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop6h 26m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 6/5

1:09 am-9:13 am

1 stop6h 04m

$372

San AntonioSacramento

SAT - SMF

SATSMF

San Antonio

Fri 5/30

8:35 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 6/6

1:35 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops7h 45m

$385

San AntonioSacramento

SAT - SMF

SATSMF

San Antonio

Thu 5/29

4:51 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop8h 22m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 6/2

7:35 pm-8:50 am

2 stops11h 15m

$420

San AntonioSacramento

SAT - SMF

SATSMF

San Antonio

Sun 4/13

7:00 am-1:26 pm

1 stop8h 26m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 4/19

6:14 pm-5:40 am

2 stops9h 26m

$455

San AntonioSacramento

SAT - SMF

SATSMF

San Antonio

Wed 4/16

11:31 am-9:37 pm

1 stop12h 06m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 4/18

1:08 am-7:12 pm

2 stops16h 04m

$759

San AntonioSacramento

SAT - SMF

SATSMF

San Antonio

Sun 4/27

7:25 pm-8:33 am

1 stop15h 08m

$75

San AntonioSacramento

SAT - SMF

SATSMF

San Antonio

Sat 4/12

8:02 pm-6:59 pm

1 stop24h 57m

$156

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Antonio to Sacramento in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Antonio-Sacramento flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Antonio-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Antonio-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Antonio-Sacramento flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Antonio-Sacramento flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Antonio to Sacramento

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sacramento from San Antonio with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Antonio to Sacramento

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Antonio to Sacramento?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Antonio to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Antonio to Sacramento, you should look to book at least 31 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Antonio to Sacramento?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Antonio to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from San Antonio to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $435). 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 SAT to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from San Antonio to Sacramento. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Antonio to Sacramento is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 30% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Antonio to Sacramento?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Antonio to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Antonio to Sacramento flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Sacramento by month

Plan your trip to Sacramento by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sacramento 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 Sacramento when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Sacramento by month

Plan your trip to Sacramento by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sacramento, 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 Sacramento

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sacramento. 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 Sacramento. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from San Antonio to Sacramento. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Antonio to Sacramento. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Antonio to Sacramento round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($148), Delta ($334), and American Airlines ($372) offers the cheapest pricing from San Antonio to Sacramento. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 59% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Antonio to Sacramento one-way?

    $75 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and Southwest, with prices starting from $156 and $160, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Antonio to Sacramento that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Antonio to Sacramento flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Antonio to Sacramento?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Antonio to Sacramento.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Antonio to Sacramento?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Antonio to Sacramento by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Antonio to Sacramento?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Antonio to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from San Antonio to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $435). 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.

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Top 6 airlines flying from San Antonio to Sacramento

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Antonio to Sacramento. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$121Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$140Average$175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$271Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$279Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$302Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$324Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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