Chico

$79+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Chico, CA

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SAN — SMF
May 30 — Jun 61
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Chico
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This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Wed 5/2711:30 am
SAN
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SMF
1 stop3h 55m
Southwest
Wed 6/37:00 pm
SMF
-
SAN
Nonstop1h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 4/29$147
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Tue 8/114:10 pm
SAN
-
SMF
1 stop2h 55m
Southwest
Wed 8/128:55 am
SMF
-
SAN
1 stop2h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 4/30$148
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 7/86:27 pm
SAN
-
SMF
1 stop5h 32m
United Airlines
Sat 7/188:29 pm
SMF
-
SAN
1 stop4h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/26$154
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/284:39 pm
SAN
-
SMF
Nonstop1h 49m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 6/110:33 am
SMF
-
SAN
Nonstop1h 35m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/29$155
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Sat 5/307:55 am
SAN
-
SMF
Nonstop1h 52m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 6/36:40 am
SMF
-
SAN
Nonstop1h 41m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/28$157
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Mon 5/186:20 am
SAN
-
SMF
1 stop4h 12m
United Airlines
Tue 5/196:00 am
SMF
-
SAN
1 stop4h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/27$158
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 7/76:20 am
SAN
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SMF
1 stop4h 36m
United Airlines
Wed 7/296:00 am
SMF
-
SAN
1 stop3h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/29$159
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Tue 5/269:00 pm
SAN
-
SMF
Nonstop1h 40m
Southwest
Wed 5/274:15 pm
SMF
-
SAN
Nonstop1h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 4/29$162
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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.
Tue 5/266:50 pm
SAN
-
SMF
Nonstop1h 40m
Southwest
Tue 6/26:10 pm
SMF
-
SAN
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 4/26$164
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Wed 5/206:30 am
SAN
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SMF
1 stop5h 55m
Southwest
Thu 5/216:30 am
SMF
-
SAN
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 4/27$174
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/281:45 pm
SAN
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SMF
Nonstop1h 40m
Southwest
Mon 6/18:05 pm
SMF
-
SAN
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 4/29$177

Find 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 April 30, 2026.

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Round-trip from

$147
(Southwest)

One-way from

$79
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$220
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From San Diego to Chico
One-way flight from San Diego to Chico
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 April 2026

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Cheapest round-trip

San DiegoSacramento

SAN - SMF

SANSMF

San Diego

Tue 5/19

7:55 am-9:47 am

Nonstop1h 52m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 5/28

4:52 pm-6:32 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$157

San DiegoSacramento

SAN - SMF

SANSMF

San Diego

Tue 5/26

6:20 am-10:56 am

1 stop4h 36m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/27

6:38 am-10:08 am

1 stop3h 30m

$157

San DiegoSacramento

SAN - SMF

SANSMF

San Diego

Tue 5/19

6:15 am-10:39 am

1 stop4h 24m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 5/28

2:08 pm-6:03 pm

1 stop3h 55m

$177

San DiegoSacramento

SAN - SMF

SANSMF

San Diego

Wed 5/27

7:55 am-9:47 am

Nonstop1h 52m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 5/29

4:52 pm-6:32 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$177
Quickest round-trip

San DiegoSacramento

SAN - SMF

SANSMF

San Diego

Wed 7/1

9:47 pm-11:32 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 7/5

4:43 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$177

San DiegoSacramento

SAN - SMF

SANSMF

San Diego

Thu 5/28

6:15 am-10:39 am

1 stop4h 24m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 6/1

6:05 am-10:19 am

1 stop4h 14m

$197

San DiegoSacramento

SAN - SMF

SANSMF

San Diego

Sat 7/4

3:13 pm-5:00 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 7/11

1:30 pm-3:14 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$217

San DiegoSacramento

SAN - SMF

SANSMF

San Diego

Thu 7/9

9:47 pm-11:32 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 7/14

4:43 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$217

San DiegoSacramento

SAN - SMF

SANSMF

San Diego

Thu 5/21

4:35 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/25

6:30 am-8:00 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$222

San DiegoSacramento

SAN - SMF

SANSMF

San Diego

Thu 7/9

6:35 am-3:10 pm

1 stop8h 35m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 7/11

8:29 pm-12:31 am

1 stop4h 02m

$229

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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 April 30, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Diego to Chico is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 18% on airfare.

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 April 25, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Chico flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons 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 April 30, 2026.

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 (2 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Diego to Chico?

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 April 30, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andHawaiian Airlines from San Diego to Chico to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

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 16 outbound flights to Chico per day. 6 airlines have flights to Chico from San Diego on a regular basis.

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

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Chico?

    Airlines like Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta fly from San Diego to Chico in about 1h 52m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 44m. The distance between San Diego and Chico is about 480 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 Alaska Airlines ($48), Spirit Airlines ($54), and Southwest ($68).

  • 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 Hawaiian Airlines (86%), Japan Airlines (85%) and British Airways (83%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $241 for a flight from San Diego to Chico. The cheapest flight overall is $88 while the most popular route, (San Diego - Sacramento Intl) is currently priced at $137.

  • 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.

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Top 6 airlines flying from San Diego to Chico

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$86Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$89Average$134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$96Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$112Average$241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$196Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$245Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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