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$107+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to San Francisco (SMF - SFO)

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 3/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — SFO
Feb 25 — Mar 41
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The best prices from Sacramento Intl to San Francisco are usually found in May or August, booked 21 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$162
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$107
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$244
Provider with most accurate pricing for Sacramento Intl-San Francisco flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Sacramento Intl-San Francisco flights.
From Sacramento Intl to San Francisco
One-way flight from Sacramento Intl to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($10 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to San Francisco
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This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/183:08 pmSMF - SFO
1 stop8h 34mAlaska Airlines
Tue 3/256:00 amSFO - SMF
1 stop16h 57mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/18$162
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Tue 3/256:10 amSMF - SFO
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/98:27 amSFO - SMF
Nonstop0h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$219
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 5/79:10 amSMF - SFO
1 stop8h 41mDelta
Wed 5/216:00 amSFO - SMF
1 stop10h 27mDelta
Deal found 2/20$223
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Fri 3/216:20 amSMF - SFO
1 stop14h 35mAmerican Airlines
Fri 3/2811:34 amSFO - SMF
1 stop10h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$333
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/1110:09 amSMF - SFO
Nonstop1h 11mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/256:00 amSFO - SMF
1 stop12h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/18$395

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Sacramento

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San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoSan Francisco

SMF - SFO

SMFSFO

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/18

3:08 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop8h 34m

San Francisco

Tue 3/25

6:00 am-10:57 pm

1 stop16h 57m

$162

SacramentoSan Francisco

SMF - SFO

SMFSFO

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/25

6:10 am-7:18 am

Nonstop1h 08m

San Francisco

Wed 4/9

8:27 am-9:26 am

Nonstop0h 59m

$219

SacramentoSan Francisco

SMF - SFO

SMFSFO

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/7

9:10 am-5:51 pm

1 stop8h 41m

San Francisco

Tue 5/20

11:05 am-6:32 pm

1 stop7h 27m

$223

SacramentoSan Francisco

SMF - SFO

SMFSFO

Sacramento Intl

Fri 3/21

6:20 am-8:55 pm

1 stop14h 35m

San Francisco

Fri 3/28

11:34 am-10:02 pm

1 stop10h 28m

$333

SacramentoSan Francisco

SMF - SFO

SMFSFO

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/11

10:09 am-11:20 am

Nonstop1h 11m

San Francisco

Tue 3/25

6:00 am-6:28 pm

1 stop12h 28m

$395

SacramentoSan Francisco

SMF - SFO

SMFSFO

Sacramento Intl

Thu 3/13

6:00 am-9:41 pm

1 stop15h 41m

$107

SacramentoSan Francisco

SMF - SFO

SMFSFO

Sacramento Intl

Thu 5/29

6:10 am-7:15 am

Nonstop1h 05m

$134

SacramentoSan Francisco

SMF - SFO

SMFSFO

Sacramento Intl

Sat 3/15

6:20 am-4:58 pm

1 stop10h 38m

$142

SacramentoSan Francisco

SMF - SFO

SMFSFO

Sacramento Intl

Sat 3/15

9:37 am-2:07 pm

3 stops28h 30m

$230

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Deals found on 2/20

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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 Sacramento to San Francisco in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 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.

Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to San Francisco

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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 February 14, 2025.

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 $403). 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?

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 February 20, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Sacramento to San Francisco at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 17% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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 February 16, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Sacramento to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Sacramento to San Francisco. 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 20, 2025.

The most flights from SMF to SFO are scheduled on a Tuesday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals 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

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals 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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta 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.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento to San Francisco. 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 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 18 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 06m is how long a nonstop flight from Sacramento to San Francisco typically takes.

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

  • 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 Delta, from $223, and United Airlines, from $239. You may be able to fly from Sacramento to San Francisco for 32% 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 $107. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta 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 (86%), Copa Airlines (84%), Air New Zealand (80%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Sacramento to San Francisco is $179. On average you can expect to pay $1,241. The most popular route, (Sacramento Intl - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $159.

  • 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 $403). 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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