$32+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Sacramento (SAN - 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 2/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.The best prices from San Diego to Sacramento Intl are usually found in October or August, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday 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 January 23, 2025.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $73 (Frontier) |
One-way from | $32 (Cheapflightsfares) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $158 |
Find flight deals from San Diego to Sacramento
Cheapest flights from San Diego to SacramentoExplore 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 January 23, 2025.
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 January 23, 2025.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 Sacramento within your budget
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 January 23, 2025.
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
San DiegoSacramento
SAN - SMF
SANSMF
San Diego
Fri 2/7
1:31 pm-8:05 pm
1 stop6h 34m
Sacramento Intl
Sat 2/8
11:21 am-1:00 pm
Nonstop1h 39m
San DiegoSacramento
SAN - SMF
SANSMF
San Diego
Thu 2/6
8:35 am-10:21 am
Nonstop1h 46m
Sacramento Intl
Thu 2/13
1:27 pm-3:06 pm
Nonstop1h 39m
San DiegoSacramento
SAN - SMF
SANSMF
San Diego
Fri 2/7
1:31 pm-8:05 pm
1 stop6h 34m
Sacramento Intl
Sun 2/9
9:00 pm-8:58 am
1 stop11h 58m
San DiegoSacramento
SAN - SMF
SANSMF
San Diego
Tue 3/18
12:00 pm-4:25 pm
1 stop4h 25m
Sacramento Intl
Thu 3/20
7:30 am-9:00 am
Nonstop1h 30m
San DiegoSacramento
SAN - SMF
SANSMF
San Diego
Tue 3/4
8:59 pm-10:46 pm
Nonstop1h 47m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 3/5
3:08 pm-4:43 pm
Nonstop1h 35m
San DiegoSacramento
SAN - SMF
SANSMF
San Diego
Sat 3/8
6:15 am-12:25 pm
1 stop6h 10m
Sacramento Intl
Sat 3/8
5:24 pm-10:50 pm
1 stop5h 26m
San DiegoSacramento
SAN - SMF
SANSMF
San Diego
Thu 3/20
8:00 am-9:55 am
Nonstop1h 55m
Sacramento Intl
Sat 3/29
12:59 pm-6:32 pm
1 stop5h 33m
San DiegoSacramento
SAN - SMF
SANSMF
San Diego
Tue 6/3
4:10 pm-7:38 pm
1 stop3h 28m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 6/4
2:30 pm-8:36 pm
1 stop6h 06m
San DiegoSacramento
SAN - SMF
SANSMF
San Diego
Wed 2/12
6:15 am-6:38 pm
1 stop12h 23m
San DiegoSacramento
SAN - SMF
SANSMF
San Diego
Sun 2/9
8:40 am-10:26 am
Nonstop1h 46m
Compare providers for flights from San Diego to Sacramento
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 Diego to Sacramento in January.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- 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.
Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Sacramento
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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 January 17, 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 $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 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 January 23, 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 47% 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 January 21, 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 January 23, 2025.
The most flights from SAN to SMF are scheduled on a Monday (31 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 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 January 23, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Spirit Airlines, 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.
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No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue
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No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue
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No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue
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No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue
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No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue
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No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue
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Top 5 airlines flying from San Diego to Sacramento
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$38 | Average$88 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$60 | Average$114 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$113 | Average$187 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$130 | Average$247 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$213 | Average$288 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |