$24 Cheap flights from San Diego Intl. to Sacramento Intl. (SAN to SMF)

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Amazing SAN to SMF Flight Deals

The cheapest flights to Sacramento Intl. found within the past 7 days were $43 round trip and $24 one way. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Sat, Jan 11 - Sat, Jan 11
SAN
San Diego
SMF
Sacramento
$43 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$43
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 11 from San Diego to Sacramento, returning Sat, Jan 11, priced at $43 found 1 day ago
Sat, Feb 8 - Sat, Feb 8
SAN
San Diego
SMF
Sacramento
$53 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$53
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Feb 8 from San Diego to Sacramento, returning Sat, Feb 8, priced at $53 found 17 hours ago
Sat, Jan 11 - Sat, Jan 18
SAN
San Diego
SMF
Sacramento
$53 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$53
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 11 from San Diego to Sacramento, returning Sat, Jan 18, priced at $53 found 6 hours ago
Thu, Jan 16 - Thu, Jan 16
SAN
San Diego
SMF
Sacramento
$63 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$63
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 16 from San Diego to Sacramento, returning Thu, Jan 16, priced at $63 found 11 hours ago
Tue, Mar 4 - Thu, Mar 6
SAN
San Diego
SMF
Sacramento
$63 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$63
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Mar 4 from San Diego to Sacramento, returning Thu, Mar 6, priced at $63 found 6 hours ago
Sat, Jan 11 - Sun, Jan 12
SAN
San Diego
SMF
Sacramento
$65 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$65
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 11 from San Diego to Sacramento, returning Sun, Jan 12, priced at $65 found 1 hour ago
Thu, Jan 9 - Sun, Jan 12
SAN
San Diego
SMF
Sacramento
$68 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$68
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 9 from San Diego to Sacramento, returning Sun, Jan 12, priced at $68 found 2 hours ago
Sat, Feb 8 - Mon, Feb 10
SAN
San Diego
SMF
Sacramento
$70 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$70
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Feb 8 from San Diego to Sacramento, returning Mon, Feb 10, priced at $70 found 2 hours ago
Sat, Jan 11 - Wed, Jan 15
SAN
San Diego
SMF
Sacramento
$71 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$71
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 11 from San Diego to Sacramento, returning Wed, Jan 15, priced at $71 found 2 days ago
Wed, Jan 8 - Sat, Jan 11
SAN
San Diego
SMF
Sacramento
$73 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$73
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 8 from San Diego to Sacramento, returning Sat, Jan 11, priced at $73 found 6 hours ago

Best Sacramento Intl. Flight and Hotel Packages

Sacramento Intl. flight + hotel packages - economy flights

Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices.
Hyatt House Sacramento/Midtown

Hyatt House Sacramento/Midtown

3 out of 5
per person
Jan 24 - Jan 26
found 13 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
San Diego (SAN) to Sacramento (SMF)
The Westin Sacramento Riverfront Hotel & Spa

The Westin Sacramento Riverfront Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
per person
Jan 24 - Jan 26
found 13 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
San Diego (SAN) to Sacramento (SMF)
Larkspur Landing Extended Stay Suites Roseville

Larkspur Landing Extended Stay Suites Roseville

3 out of 5
per person
Jan 24 - Jan 26
found 13 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
San Diego (SAN) to Sacramento (SMF)
Kimpton Sawyer Hotel, an IHG Hotel

Kimpton Sawyer Hotel, an IHG Hotel

4 out of 5
per person
Jan 24 - Jan 26
found 13 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
San Diego (SAN) to Sacramento (SMF)
Delta King Hotel

Delta King Hotel

3 out of 5
per person
Jan 24 - Jan 26
found 13 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
San Diego (SAN) to Sacramento (SMF)
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Frequently asked questions

Are there direct flights from San Diego Airport to Sacramento Airport?
Your next great adventure is on the other side of just one flight. You can fly direct from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to SMF with multiple airlines, including Southwest Airlines and Alaska Airlines.
How long is the flight from San Diego Airport to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
On average, flying from SAN to SMF takes a mere 1 hour and 36 minutes. Use the short trip to rest your eyelids or listen to a podcast before the next step of your adventure begins.
What is the flight distance from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
From SAN, you’ll travel 480 mi before hitting Sacramento Airport. That should be enough time to read several chapters of your novel and perhaps even manage a short power nap.
What airlines fly from SAN to Sacramento Airport?
You can choose from a number of airlines that have direct flights between San Diego County and Sacramento. Southwest Airlines (WN) is one of the most reliable. This air carrier operates about 256 flights each month. If that’s not enough for you, check out the fares on offer from Alaska Airlines (AS). This airline operates 173 flights every month. Between the two, you’re sure to find a deal to suit your travel plans.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
This just in! Airfares offered on Thursdays tend to be the cheapest, according to flight demand on Travelocity in 2021. Tuesday and Wednesday prices are also good, but you may want to prepare your budget if booking during the weekend, as data shows that is when prices are generally at their highest.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Frequent travelers may already know this, but earlier in the week can be the cheapest time to fly. In 2021, flights departing on a Monday were generally the cheapest of the week, whereas you may pay a premium for weekend flights when demand is usually high. On average, tickets were most expensive for Saturday departures, so if you need to fly out on a weekend, you might look for deals ahead of time.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It’s possible to start comparing international airfares on Travelocity up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to our 2021 flight demand trends, last minute planners can still bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 0-2 weeks prior to their travel dates.*According to flight demand on Travelocity.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

 

Traveling From
San Diego Intl.
Traveling To
Sacramento Intl.
Shortest Flight Time
1 hours 40 mins
Earliest Departure Time
6:30AM PST
Latest Departure Time
9:55PM PST
Lowest Flight Price
$43

Route Info

Flight path for flights from San Diego International Airport to Sacramento International Airport


Origin:
SAN - San Diego International Airport
Destination:
SMF - Sacramento International Airport
Distance:
483.00 miles


Airlines & Aircraft Used on SAN to SMF Flight Routes


Airline Carrier
Aircraft
American Airlines
Boeing 747-400 pax

Discover our best flights from San Diego SAN to Sacramento SMF. 

With 20 airlines to choose from on Travelocity, you can easily find the best option for you. Use our filters to sort by price, compare airlines, and find the most convenient flight times. 

 

Find our best return flights from San Diego SAN to Sacramento SMF at the right price  

Airfares to Sacramento SMF from San Diego SAN currently cost between $43 and $73. It’s usually cheaper to book a round trip than two separate one-way flights. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 

 

Book one-way flights from San Diego SAN to Sacramento SMF 

If you want to be flexible about when you return, or keep your travel options open ended, a one-way flight could be just the ticket! You’ll find one-way airfares from San Diego SAN to Sacramento SMF on Travelocity starting at $24. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 

 

Get to Sacramento SMF from San Diego SAN quicker with direct flights. 

Get to Sacramento faster, without the hassle of changing planes and moving baggage, by booking a direct flight. Expect your direct flight to SMF from SAN to take around 1 hour(s) 40 min(s).  

 

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Find cheap flight deals by using our search filters to sort results starting with the lowest price airfares to SMF from SAN. Our Price Match Promise means if you find a lower rate on Travelocity.com or on another US-based website within 24 hours of booking, we’ll credit or refund the difference.  

 

Get our best airfare deals for your flight from San Diego SAN to Sacramento SMF today 

If you’re flexible about when you travel, January is usually the cheapest month to fly from San Diego SAN to Sacramento SMF. If you need to be more specific, search by date and arrival and departure times.Then, compare prices across different airlines, and sort results by lowest price first. 

 

Book flexible airline tickets for flights to Sacramento SMF from San Diego SAN 

Some airlines let you change your travel dates without charging a fee. Use our ‘no change fee’ filter to see which flights to SMF from SAN have this option.  

 

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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.