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$81+ Cheap flights from San Antonio to Sacramento (SAT - SMF)

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SAT — SMF
Dec 23 — Dec 301
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The best prices from San Antonio to Sacramento Intl are usually found in August or February, booked 31 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Antonio (SAT) to Sacramento (SMF). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$138
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$81
(FlightHub)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$447
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Cheapest flights from San Antonio to Sacramento
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This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/222:07 pmSAT - SMF
1 stop12h 22mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/307:48 pmSMF - SAT
1 stop23h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$381
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/243:00 pmSAT - SMF
1 stop7h 38mDelta
Tue 12/311:20 pmSMF - SAT
1 stop8h 36mDelta
Deal found 12/17$392
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/258:40 amSAT - SMF
1 stop6h 27mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/15:30 amSMF - SAT
1 stop8h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$466
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/222:07 pmSAT - SMF
1 stop6h 28mSpirit Airlines
Thu 1/27:30 pmSMF - SAT
1 stop15h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/17$482
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2410:27 pmSAT - SMF
1 stop22h 21mFrontier
Sat 12/286:50 pmSMF - SAT
1 stop16h 38mFrontier
Deal found 12/18$529
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Thu 12/262:25 pmSAT - SMF
1 stop6h 18mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/2711:59 pmSMF - SAT
1 stop6h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$706
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/2212:25 pmSAT - SMF
2 stops7h 20mSouthwest
Sun 12/2911:15 amSMF - SAT
1 stop4h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$768
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/297:22 pmSAT - SMF
1 stop15h 39mAlaska Airlines
Thu 1/22:42 pmSMF - SAT
2 stops12h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/17$967

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San AntonioSacramento

SAT - SMF

SATSMF

San Antonio

Thu 1/9

8:20 pm-8:42 am

1 stop14h 22m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 1/12

12:43 pm-11:56 am

1 stop21h 13m

$138

San AntonioSacramento

SAT - SMF

SATSMF

San Antonio

Wed 1/15

4:07 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop5h 58m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/22

9:00 pm-12:57 pm

1 stop13h 57m

$154

San AntonioSacramento

SAT - SMF

SATSMF

San Antonio

Tue 1/14

7:00 am-5:54 pm

2 stops12h 54m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 1/31

11:45 am-12:40 am

2 stops10h 55m

$335

San AntonioSacramento

SAT - SMF

SATSMF

San Antonio

Wed 1/1

2:07 pm-12:29 am

1 stop12h 22m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 1/5

11:24 am-2:51 pm

1 stop25h 27m

$361

San AntonioSacramento

SAT - SMF

SATSMF

San Antonio

Sat 5/10

7:00 pm-10:00 am

2 stops17h 00m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 5/15

6:35 am-5:58 pm

1 stop9h 23m

$399

San AntonioSacramento

SAT - SMF

SATSMF

San Antonio

Sun 2/16

5:15 am-11:00 am

2 stops7h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 2/21

3:30 pm-12:30 am

1 stop7h 00m

$411

San AntonioSacramento

SAT - SMF

SATSMF

San Antonio

Thu 1/16

7:48 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 1/19

8:07 pm-8:47 am

2 stops10h 40m

$446

San AntonioSacramento

SAT - SMF

SATSMF

San Antonio

Sat 5/10

12:31 pm-6:19 pm

1 stop7h 48m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/14

12:58 am-8:11 am

1 stop5h 13m

$506

San AntonioSacramento

SAT - SMF

SATSMF

San Antonio

Wed 1/8

2:07 pm-12:29 am

1 stop12h 22m

$81

San AntonioSacramento

SAT - SMF

SATSMF

San Antonio

Tue 12/24

3:00 pm-8:38 pm

1 stop7h 38m

$173

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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 December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 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.

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Travel insights for flights from San Antonio to Sacramento

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Antonio to Sacramento including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 December 13, 2024.

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 $451). 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 December 18, 2024.

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 December 18, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, Frontier and Alaska Airlines from San Antonio to Sacramento. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.4
Good
9,055 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

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

    According to our current data, Frontier ($138), Spirit Airlines ($154), and Delta ($335) offers the cheapest pricing from San Antonio to Sacramento. Frontier is currently priced 60% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $81 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 Delta and United Airlines, with prices starting from $173 and $213, 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 $451). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$128Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$140Average$202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$257Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$271Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$302Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$311Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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