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$113+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to San Jose (SMF - SJC)

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 1/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — SJC
Jan 21 — Jan 281
Tue 1/21
Tue 1/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to San Jose

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to San Jose (SJC). 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 16, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$124
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$113
(CheapOair)
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to San Jose
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to San Jose. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 16, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 2/29:00 pmSMF - SJC
2 stops17h 18mSpirit Airlines
Sun 2/99:34 pmSJC - SMF
1 stop11h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/15$124
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Fri 2/77:16 pmSMF - SJC
1 stop14h 39mAlaska Airlines
Mon 2/106:49 pmSJC - SMF
1 stop15h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/16$238
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Thu 1/301:07 amSMF - SJC
1 stop14h 50mFrontier
Tue 2/410:32 amSJC - SMF
1 stop13h 20mFrontier
Deal found 1/16$566
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 3/1910:55 amSMF - SJC
1 stop11h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 3/266:20 amSJC - SMF
2 stops16h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$2,221

Find flights from Sacramento to San Jose within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to San Jose 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 16, 2025.

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SacramentoSan Jose

SMF - SJC

SMFSJC

Sacramento Intl

Sun 2/2

9:00 pm-2:18 pm

2 stops17h 18m

San Jose

Sun 2/9

9:34 pm-9:30 am

1 stop11h 56m

$124

SacramentoSan Jose

SMF - SJC

SMFSJC

Sacramento Intl

Fri 2/7

7:16 pm-9:55 am

1 stop14h 39m

San Jose

Mon 2/10

6:49 pm-9:49 am

1 stop15h 00m

$238

SacramentoSan Jose

SMF - SJC

SMFSJC

Sacramento Intl

Thu 1/30

1:07 am-3:57 pm

1 stop14h 50m

San Jose

Tue 2/4

10:32 am-11:52 pm

1 stop13h 20m

$566

SacramentoSan Jose

SMF - SJC

SMFSJC

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/19

10:55 am-10:50 pm

1 stop11h 55m

San Jose

Wed 3/26

6:20 am-10:30 pm

2 stops16h 10m

$2,221

SacramentoSan Jose

SMF - SJC

SMFSJC

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/29

9:00 pm-10:41 am

1 stop13h 41m

$113

SacramentoSan Jose

SMF - SJC

SMFSJC

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/12

6:37 am-12:15 pm

1 stop5h 38m

$141

SacramentoSan Jose

SMF - SJC

SMFSJC

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/11

1:07 am-11:23 am

1 stop10h 16m

$360

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Deals found on 1/16

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

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Travel insights for flights from Sacramento to San Jose

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Sacramento to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $374). 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 SJC?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to San Jose. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 54% on flights from Sacramento to San Jose by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Rainfall in San Jose by month

Plan your trip to San Jose by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Jose ranges from 0.0 - 3.1 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Jose when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Jose by month

Plan your trip to San Jose by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Jose, 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 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Jose

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Jose. 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 Jose. Reviews last updated January 16, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Sacramento to San Jose, see what other customers have to say about Spirit Airlines and Alaska Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,965 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,098 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Frontier
6.1
Okay
3,435 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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 Jose. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Currently priced at $124, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Sacramento to San Jose and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Alaska Airlines and Frontier - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $238 and $566, respectively.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $113. However, be on the lookout for offers from Alaska Airlines and Frontier, as they are both options that can get you from Sacramento to San Jose for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Sacramento to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $374). 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 2 airlines flying from Sacramento to San Jose

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to San Jose. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$101Average$155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$241Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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