How popular is this Sacramento to San Francisco flight route?

The Sacramento Intl to San Francisco flight path was viewed by 41 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Sacramento to San Francisco round-trip from $162. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $179, and American Airlines, from $465. You may be able to fly from Sacramento to San Francisco for 33% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

The cheapest airline one-way is Alaska Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $91. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Sacramento to San Francisco for a low price.

What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to San Francisco?

The cheapest flight price from Sacramento to San Francisco is $155. On average you can expect to pay $901. The most popular route, (Sacramento Intl - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $179.

What are the most reliable airlines from Sacramento to San Francisco?

Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Sacramento to San Francisco on time: ANA (92%), United Airlines (84%), Air New Zealand (77%).

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Sacramento to San Francisco?

Users have found that flying from Sacramento to San Francisco on a Saturday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sacramento to San Francisco?

Find a great deal and save up to 89% by booking at least 22 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Sacramento to San Francisco within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $194.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to San Francisco?

December is one of the best times of the year to fly to San Francisco from Sacramento. Prices for December average $243 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $162. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June. Opting for a December flight can save you 14% on your journey compared to booking in June

Most accurate provider : When it comes to deals on Sacramento-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Most trusted provider : When it comes to deals on Sacramento-San Francisco 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 Sacramento-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

What airports do I use to fly from Sacramento to San Francisco?

If you wish to fly to San Francisco from Sacramento, then you need to book flights from Sacramento Intl to San Francisco. There are 7 flights from Sacramento Intl (SMF) to San Francisco (SFO) per day to choose from. Flights to San Francisco from Sacramento Intl are available from 1 airline, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 02m is how long a nonstop flight from Sacramento to San Francisco typically takes.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to San Francisco?

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

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

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

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The best prices from Sacramento Intl to San Francisco are usually found in December or February, booked 21 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to San Francisco

Most accurate provider	FlightHub 3 stars
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Round-trip from	$162 (Alaska Airlines)
One-way from	$91 (Alaska Airlines)
Popular in	June
Cheapest in	December
Average price	$204

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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

Wed 12/252:35 pmSMF - SFO

Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines

Mon 1/136:25 pmSFO - SMF

Nonstop0h 58mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$189

Wed 12/2510:34 amSMF - SFO

1 stop12h 00mAlaska Airlines

Mon 1/137:40 amSFO - SMF

1 stop26h 09mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$302

Mon 12/306:10 pmSMF - SFO

1 stop20h 52mAmerican Airlines

Mon 1/611:42 amSFO - SMF

1 stop10h 24mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$465

Wed 12/257:30 pmSMF - SFO

3 stops16h 16mMultiple Airlines

Mon 1/135:45 pmSFO - SMF

3 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$808

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Tue 1/145:00 pmSMF - SFO

1 stop19h 37mAlaska Airlines

Tue 1/217:40 amSFO - SMF

1 stop26h 09mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$162

Sat 1/118:07 pmSMF - SFO

Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines

Sun 1/2610:35 pmSFO - SMF

Nonstop0h 58mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$179

Mon 12/306:10 pmSMF - SFO

1 stop20h 52mAmerican Airlines

Mon 1/611:42 amSFO - SMF

1 stop10h 24mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$465

Last-minute flights from Sacramento to San Francisco
Discover last-minute flight deals from Sacramento to San Francisco. Data last updated December 18, 2024 and is based on user searches.

Wed 12/252:35 pmSMF - SFO

Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines

Mon 1/136:25 pmSFO - SMF

Nonstop0h 58mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$189

Wed 12/2510:34 amSMF - SFO

1 stop12h 00mAlaska Airlines

Mon 1/137:40 amSFO - SMF

1 stop26h 09mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$302

Wed 12/257:30 pmSMF - SFO

3 stops16h 16mMultiple Airlines

Mon 1/135:45 pmSFO - SMF

3 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$808

Mon 12/306:10 pmSMF - SFO

1 stop20h 52mAmerican Airlines

Mon 1/611:42 amSFO - SMF

1 stop10h 24mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$465

Sat 1/118:07 pmSMF - SFO

Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines

Sun 1/2610:35 pmSFO - SMF

Nonstop0h 58mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$179

Tue 1/145:00 pmSMF - SFO

1 stop19h 37mAlaska Airlines

Tue 1/217:40 amSFO - SMF

1 stop26h 09mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$162

One-way flights from Sacramento to San Francisco
Search for one-way flight options from Sacramento to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

Wed 1/157:00 amSMF - SFO

1 stop5h 52mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$91

Mon 4/78:39 pmSMF - SFO

Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/18

$139

Fri 12/275:30 amSMF - SFO

1 stop15h 29mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$352

Mon 12/235:30 amSMF - SFO

2 stops30h 29mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/18

$513

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Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoSan Francisco

SMF - SFO

SMFSFO

Sacramento Intl

Tue 1/14

5:00 pm-12:37 pm

1 stop19h 37m

San Francisco

Tue 1/21

7:40 am-9:49 am

1 stop26h 09m

$162

SacramentoSan Francisco

SMF - SFO

SMFSFO

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/11

8:07 pm-9:21 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

San Francisco

Sun 1/26

10:35 pm-11:33 pm

Nonstop0h 58m

$179

SacramentoSan Francisco

SMF - SFO

SMFSFO

Sacramento Intl

Mon 12/30

6:10 pm-3:02 pm

1 stop20h 52m

San Francisco

Mon 1/6

11:42 am-10:06 pm

1 stop10h 24m

$465

SacramentoSan Francisco

SMF - SFO

SMFSFO

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/15

7:00 am-12:52 pm

1 stop5h 52m

$91

SacramentoSan Francisco

SMF - SFO

SMFSFO

Sacramento Intl

Fri 1/10

2:00 pm-3:14 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

$224

SacramentoSan Francisco

SMF - SFO

SMFSFO

Sacramento Intl

Fri 12/27

5:30 am-8:59 pm

1 stop15h 29m

$352

SacramentoSan Francisco

SMF - SFO

SMFSFO

Sacramento Intl

Mon 12/23

5:30 am-11:59 am

2 stops30h 29m

$513

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Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
Expedia	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Priceline	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust 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 Sacramento-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-San Francisco 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 Sacramento-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

The price you pay for your flight from Sacramento to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 21 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 Sacramento to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Sacramento to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 SMF to SFO?

It’s optimal to fly from Sacramento to San Francisco in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 29% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

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

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines and United Airlines from Sacramento to San Francisco to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,552 reviews

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,552 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,552 reviews

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

9,059 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,552 reviews

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,552 reviews

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

Related info for your journey

What airports do I use to fly from Sacramento to San Francisco?
If you wish to fly to San Francisco from Sacramento, then you need to book flights from Sacramento Intl to San Francisco. There are 7 flights from Sacramento Intl (SMF) to San Francisco (SFO) per day to choose from. Flights to San Francisco from Sacramento Intl are available from 1 airline, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 02m is how long a nonstop flight from Sacramento to San Francisco typically takes.
How popular is this Sacramento to San Francisco flight route?
The Sacramento Intl to San Francisco flight path was viewed by 41 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sacramento to San Francisco round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Sacramento to San Francisco round-trip from $162. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $179, and American Airlines, from $465. You may be able to fly from Sacramento to San Francisco for 33% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sacramento to San Francisco one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is Alaska Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $91. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Sacramento to San Francisco for a low price.
What are the most reliable airlines from Sacramento to San Francisco?
Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Sacramento to San Francisco on time: ANA (92%), United Airlines (84%), Air New Zealand (77%).
What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to San Francisco?
The cheapest flight price from Sacramento to San Francisco is $155. On average you can expect to pay $901. The most popular route, (Sacramento Intl - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $179.
Can I find deals for flights from Sacramento to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Sacramento to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to San Francisco?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sacramento to San Francisco.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Sacramento to San Francisco?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to San Francisco 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 Sacramento to San Francisco?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Sacramento to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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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Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
United Airlines	Cheapest$158	Average$235	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%

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Travel insights for flights from Sacramento to San Francisco

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

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

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SMF to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to San Francisco. 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.

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

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

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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Temperature in San Francisco by month

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What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to San Francisco?

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