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$78+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Chico, CA

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 8/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — SMF
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Chico are usually found in October or August, booked 18 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Chico

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Chico flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$149
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$78
(FlightHub)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$197
From San Diego to Chico
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Chico
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Chico. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/206:15 amSAN - SMF
1 stop12h 34mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/2610:19 amSMF - SAN
1 stop8h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$149
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Mon 8/49:59 pmSAN - SMF
Nonstop1h 44mAlaska Airlines
Mon 8/1110:38 amSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$151
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/135:11 pmSAN - SMF
Nonstop1h 48mHawaiian Airlines
Fri 9/196:20 amSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 43mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/10$154
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 8/78:25 amSAN - SMF
1 stop4h 25mSouthwest
Wed 8/133:45 pmSMF - SAN
1 stop3h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$163
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 8/67:35 pmSAN - SMF
1 stop3h 45mDelta
Mon 8/116:55 pmSMF - SAN
1 stop3h 59mDelta
Deal found 6/10$177
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/96:15 amSAN - SMF
1 stop4h 51mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/216:00 amSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$186
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/186:51 pmSAN - SMF
1 stop21h 22mFrontier
Mon 6/236:48 pmSMF - SAN
1 stop23h 18mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$212
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Tue 7/86:20 amSAN - SMF
1 stop3h 21mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/156:50 pmSMF - SAN
1 stop4h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$237
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Wed 7/99:50 amSAN - SMF
1 stop5h 46mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/146:00 amSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$247

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Chico 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Chico that are best for you.

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San Diego

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Chico

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Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoSacramento

SAN - SMF

SANSMF

San Diego

Mon 6/23

6:15 am-12:14 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 7/1

7:44 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop3h 45m

$149

San DiegoSacramento

SAN - SMF

SANSMF

San Diego

Mon 8/4

9:59 pm-11:43 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/6

7:38 pm-9:19 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

$151

San DiegoSacramento

SAN - SMF

SANSMF

San Diego

Fri 8/8

5:16 pm-7:01 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/13

2:56 pm-4:36 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$157

San DiegoSacramento

SAN - SMF

SANSMF

San Diego

Thu 8/7

8:25 am-12:50 pm

1 stop4h 25m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/13

3:45 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop3h 40m

$163

San DiegoSacramento

SAN - SMF

SANSMF

San Diego

Wed 8/6

7:35 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop3h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 8/11

6:55 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop3h 59m

$177

San DiegoSacramento

SAN - SMF

SANSMF

San Diego

Wed 7/9

6:15 am-11:06 am

1 stop4h 51m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 7/21

6:00 am-7:45 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$186

San DiegoSacramento

SAN - SMF

SANSMF

San Diego

Fri 10/17

6:25 am-2:43 pm

1 stop8h 18m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 10/19

3:38 pm-11:37 am

1 stop19h 59m

$216

San DiegoSacramento

SAN - SMF

SANSMF

San Diego

Tue 7/8

6:20 am-9:41 am

1 stop3h 21m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 7/15

6:50 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$237

San DiegoSacramento

SAN - SMF

SANSMF

San Diego

Wed 7/9

9:50 am-3:36 pm

1 stop5h 46m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 7/14

6:00 am-7:45 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$247

San DiegoSacramento

SAN - SMF

SANSMF

San Diego

Fri 10/3

5:11 pm-6:59 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

$78

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Chico

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chico from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Chico

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Chico?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Chico. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Chico is 18 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Chico?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Chico (average of $284). Flying from San Diego to Chico in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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 CH1?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Chico. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Diego to Chico as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Chico?

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

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

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Chico

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Chico. 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from SAN to CH1 are scheduled on a Thursday (26 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 Chico by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chico 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 Chico when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Chico by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chico, 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 Chico

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chico. 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 Chico. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Chico, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. 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
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Chico. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Chico?

    For a flight from San Diego to Chico, you will be flying from San Diego. San Diego (SAN) is just 2.6 mi from the center of the city. San Diego is the only San Diego airport and it handles 19 outbound flights to Chico per day. 7 airlines have flights to Chico from San Diego on a regular basis.

  • How popular is this San Diego to Chico flight route?

    This flight path from San Diego to Chico was viewed by 45 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 to fly from San Diego to Chico one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Diego to Chico are Spirit Airlines ($78), Hawaiian Airlines ($79), and Delta ($89).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Diego to Chico?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Diego to Chico are American Airlines (84%), Hawaiian Airlines (84%) and SkyWest Airlines (82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Chico?

    On average you can expect to pay $205 for a flight from San Diego to Chico. The cheapest flight overall is $83 while the most popular route, (San Diego - Sacramento Intl) is currently priced at $98.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Chico that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Chico?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Chico?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Chico 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 San Diego to Chico?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Chico (average of $284). Flying from San Diego to Chico in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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 7 airlines flying from San Diego to Chico

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Chico. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$38Average$92FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$60Average$118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$117Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$126Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$126Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$213Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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