Sacramento

$40+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Sacramento (SAN - SMF)

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SAN — SMF
Mar 3 — Mar 101
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The best prices from San Diego to Sacramento Intl are usually found in October or August, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 February 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$95
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$40
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$259
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Diego-Sacramento Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Diego-Sacramento Intl flights.
From San Diego to Sacramento Intl
One-way flight from San Diego to Sacramento Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price ($50 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 26, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/146:15 amSAN - SMF
1 stop26h 27mSpirit Airlines
Mon 3/177:30 pmSMF - SAN
1 stop12h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/26$95
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/268:00 amSAN - SMF
Nonstop1h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/27:30 pmSMF - SAN
1 stop12h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/25$100
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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.
Wed 3/266:30 amSAN - SMF
1 stop5h 20mSouthwest
Wed 3/266:30 pmSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 2/24$101
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/268:00 amSAN - SMF
Nonstop1h 55mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 3/267:05 pmSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 36mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/25$113
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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.
Thu 3/278:00 amSAN - SMF
Nonstop1h 55mAlaska Airlines
Sun 3/306:00 amSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/25$119
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/226:15 amSAN - SMF
1 stop5h 30mDelta
Mon 5/266:00 amSMF - SAN
1 stop3h 21mDelta
Deal found 2/25$187
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/166:29 amSAN - SMF
1 stop5h 39mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/206:00 amSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/26$199
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/2512:48 pmSAN - SMF
Nonstop1h 46mFrontier
Tue 3/41:27 pmSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Deal found 2/24$216
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/510:00 amSAN - SMF
1 stop5h 31mUnited Airlines
Fri 3/74:21 pmSMF - SAN
1 stop6h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/26$219

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 February 26, 2025.

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San Diego

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Sacramento

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Depart

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Price

San DiegoSacramento

SAN - SMF

SANSMF

San Diego

Fri 3/14

6:15 am-8:42 am

1 stop26h 27m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/17

7:30 pm-7:30 am

1 stop12h 00m

$95

San DiegoSacramento

SAN - SMF

SANSMF

San Diego

Thu 4/10

9:06 pm-10:57 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 4/14

7:40 pm-7:19 am

1 stop11h 39m

$101

San DiegoSacramento

SAN - SMF

SANSMF

San Diego

Thu 3/20

6:30 am-8:10 am

Nonstop1h 40m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/24

5:30 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$118

San DiegoSacramento

SAN - SMF

SANSMF

San Diego

Thu 3/27

8:00 am-9:55 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 3/30

6:00 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$119

San DiegoSacramento

SAN - SMF

SANSMF

San Diego

Fri 3/14

8:01 am-9:48 am

Nonstop1h 47m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 3/16

6:00 am-7:37 am

Nonstop1h 37m

$127

San DiegoSacramento

SAN - SMF

SANSMF

San Diego

Wed 4/16

6:29 am-12:08 pm

1 stop5h 39m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 4/20

6:00 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$199

San DiegoSacramento

SAN - SMF

SANSMF

San Diego

Sun 3/9

6:25 am-12:32 pm

1 stop6h 07m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/11

1:22 pm-12:20 am

1 stop10h 58m

$244

San DiegoSacramento

SAN - SMF

SANSMF

San Diego

Sun 3/9

6:15 am-10:07 am

1 stop3h 52m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 3/13

1:25 pm-6:49 pm

1 stop5h 24m

$252

San DiegoSacramento

SAN - SMF

SANSMF

San Diego

Tue 4/15

10:00 am-2:26 pm

1 stop4h 26m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 4/18

3:55 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$283

San DiegoSacramento

SAN - SMF

SANSMF

San Diego

Tue 3/18

8:25 am-6:01 pm

1 stop9h 36m

$40

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Sacramento in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice 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 Diego-Sacramento flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-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 Diego-Sacramento flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for San Diego to Sacramento flights

Find out what our experts recommend to make the most of your San Diego to Sacramento trip
Airlines
Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seats offer 11 inches more legroom, ideal for comfort on short flights.


Spirit's self-service bag drop speeds up airport check-in, ideal for quick domestic flights.

Alaska Airlines

Alaska's Premium Class offers extra legroom and free cocktails, enhancing short domestic flights.


Alaska's Wi-Fi flat fee is a bargain, perfect for staying connected on short flights.

Frontier

Frontier's UpFront Plus seats guarantee an empty middle seat for added comfort.


Frontier's early check-in helps secure your seat on potentially overbooked flights.

Read more about Frontierby Marisa Garcia
Southwest

Southwest offers two free checked bags, a generous policy for domestic travelers.


Southwest's open seating policy allows flexibility; board early for preferred seats.

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Sacramento

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sacramento from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Sacramento

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on February 25, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San Diego to Sacramento may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 49 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from San Diego to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $448). 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 SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 February 26, 2025.

When flying from San Diego to Sacramento, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 40% versus a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on February 23, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Sacramento 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 Sacramento

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Sacramento. 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 26, 2025.

The most flights from SAN to SMF are scheduled on a Monday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

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 February 26, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from San Diego to Sacramento by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

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

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

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

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

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

8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

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

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

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

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

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 Diego to Sacramento. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from San Diego to Sacramento?

    Sacramento Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Sacramento from San Diego. Booking flights from San Diego (SAN) to Sacramento Intl (SMF) should be relatively easy as there are 11 daily flights to Sacramento from 5 different airlines. 1h 40m is how long a flight from San Diego to Sacramento Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this San Diego to Sacramento flight route?

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $95, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Diego to Sacramento.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Southwest and Alaska Airlines. You may be able to fly from San Diego to Sacramento for 42% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Diego to Sacramento are Spirit Airlines ($40), Southwest ($46), and Alaska Airlines ($60).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Diego to Sacramento?

    Before booking your flight to Sacramento from San Diego, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Frontier (89%), Hawaiian Airlines (70%), American Airlines( 69%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Sacramento?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $35. While the most popular route (San Diego - Sacramento Intl) can be booked for $66 on average our data indicates $166 when flying from San Diego to Sacramento.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 Diego to Sacramento?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from San Diego to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $448). 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 5 airlines flying from San Diego to Sacramento

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$38Average$91FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$60Average$113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$115Average$205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$128Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$213Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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