$59+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Chico, CA
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — SMF
Oct 13 — Oct 201
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to ChicoExplore 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 September 13, 2026.
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 September 13, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 10/18:15 am -
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Wed 10/77:59 pm -
Nonstop1h 51m
Deal found 9/10![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$117
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Thu 10/83:36 pm -
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1 stop5h 24m
Deal found 9/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$118
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Thu 10/228:34 pm -
1 stop17h 49m
Mon 10/263:08 pm -
1 stop4h 41m
Deal found 9/11![Frontier logo]()
$120
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/32:15 pm -
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Nonstop1h 45m
Deal found 9/11![Southwest logo]()
$123
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/75:54 pm -
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Thu 10/82:25 pm -
1 stop5h 24m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$124
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Sat 10/2410:05 am -
Nonstop1h 45m
Mon 10/263:08 pm -
1 stop4h 41m
Deal found 9/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$125
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 10/110:25 am -
Nonstop1h 50m
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1 stop22h 36m
Deal found 9/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$126
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/89:30 am -
Nonstop1h 45m
Thu 10/158:20 pm -
1 stop3h 50m
Deal found 9/10![Southwest logo]()
$127
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/305:54 pm -
1 stop25h 05m
Tue 10/68:37 am -
1 stop8h 22m
Deal found 9/9![Frontier logo]()
$128
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Wed 9/301:59 pm -
Nonstop1h 43m
Sat 10/311:53 am -
1 stop11h 58m
Deal found 9/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$129
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/305:54 pm -
1 stop25h 05m
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1 stop11h 58m
Deal found 9/9![Frontier logo]()
$130
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Sat 10/32:15 pm -
1 stop3h 00m
Mon 10/58:20 pm -
1 stop3h 50m
Deal found 9/8![Southwest logo]()
$132
Best flights from San Diego to ChicoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to Chico that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 13, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to Chico that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 13, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Wed 9/308:15 am -
Nonstop1h 53m
Mon 10/55:22 pm -
Nonstop1h 38m
Deal found 9/8![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$117
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/111:00 am -
Nonstop1h 45m
Mon 10/56:25 pm -
1 stop4h 50m
Deal found 9/10![Southwest logo]()
$127
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Tue 11/108:02 am -
Nonstop1h 56m
Sun 11/159:30 am -
Nonstop1h 42m
Deal found 9/10![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$127
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/297:10 pm -
Nonstop1h 45m
Mon 11/25:55 pm -
Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 9/11![Southwest logo]()
$137
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/116:15 am -
Nonstop1h 55m
Sun 10/186:35 am -
Nonstop1h 35m
Deal found 9/12![Southwest logo]()
$137
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/159:30 am -
Nonstop1h 45m
Wed 10/218:00 pm -
Nonstop1h 50m
Deal found 9/12![Southwest logo]()
$137
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 10/88:35 am -
1 stop4h 50m
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2 stops6h 05m
Deal found 9/8![Southwest logo]()
$142
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/911:40 am -
Nonstop1h 45m
Sun 10/117:25 pm -
1 stop4h 10m
Deal found 9/12![Southwest logo]()
$147
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 10/102:15 pm -
1 stop3h 05m
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1 stop3h 55m
Deal found 9/10![Southwest logo]()
$167
Last-minute flights from San Diego to ChicoDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Chico. Data last updated September 13, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Chico. Data last updated September 13, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Wed 9/301:59 pm -
Nonstop1h 43m
Sat 10/311:53 am -
1 stop11h 58m
Deal found 9/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$129
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/305:54 pm -
1 stop25h 05m
Sat 10/311:53 am -
1 stop11h 58m
Deal found 9/9![Frontier logo]()
$130
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 10/18:15 am -
Nonstop1h 53m
Wed 10/77:59 pm -
Nonstop1h 51m
Deal found 9/10![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$117
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 10/110:25 am -
Nonstop1h 50m
Mon 10/56:23 pm -
1 stop22h 36m
Deal found 9/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$126
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/111:00 am -
Nonstop1h 45m
Mon 10/56:25 pm -
1 stop4h 50m
Deal found 9/10![Southwest logo]()
$127
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/32:15 pm -
1 stop3h 00m
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Nonstop1h 45m
Deal found 9/11![Southwest logo]()
$123
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 10/33:36 pm -
Nonstop1h 44m
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Nonstop1h 51m
Deal found 9/7![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$132
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/75:54 pm -
1 stop14h 08m
Thu 10/82:25 pm -
1 stop5h 24m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$124
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/74:15 pm -
1 stop2h 55m
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1 stop2h 40m
Deal found 9/9![Southwest logo]()
$128
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Thu 10/83:36 pm -
Nonstop1h 44m
Thu 10/152:25 pm -
1 stop5h 24m
Deal found 9/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$118
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Thu 10/228:34 pm -
1 stop17h 49m
Mon 10/263:08 pm -
1 stop4h 41m
Deal found 9/11![Frontier logo]()
$120
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Sat 10/2410:05 am -
Nonstop1h 45m
Mon 10/263:08 pm -
1 stop4h 41m
Deal found 9/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$125
One-way flights from San Diego to ChicoSearch for one-way flight options from San Diego to Chico. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 13, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to Chico. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 13, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 10/11:59 pm -
Nonstop1h 43m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$59
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 10/102:15 pm -
1 stop3h 05m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/10![Southwest logo]()
$64
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/105:44 pm -
1 stop14h 18m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/8![Frontier logo]()
$65
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/19:03 pm -
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9![Frontier logo]()
$66
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/116:15 am -
Nonstop1h 55m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/11![Southwest logo]()
$69
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/75:54 pm -
1 stop14h 08m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$74
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Thu 10/294:53 pm -
1 stop18h 11m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/11![Frontier logo]()
$75
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/175:44 pm -
1 stop14h 18m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$76
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/98:41 pm -
Nonstop1h 48m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/11![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$79
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Thu 11/128:32 pm -
1 stop22h 17m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/11![Frontier logo]()
$80
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Mon 11/98:32 pm -
1 stop20h 52m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9![Frontier logo]()
$81
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 September 13, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $117 (Alaska Airlines) |
One-way from | $59 (Alaska Airlines) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $242 |
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 13, 2026.
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San DiegoSacramento
SAN San Diego - SMF Sacramento Intl
SANSMF
San Diego
Thu 10/15
2:55 pm-4:40 pm
Nonstop1h 45m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$59
San DiegoSacramento
SAN San Diego - SMF Sacramento Intl
SANSMF
San Diego
Sat 11/7
9:25 pm-11:11 pm
Nonstop1h 46m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$59
San DiegoSacramento
SAN San Diego - SMF Sacramento Intl
SANSMF
San Diego
Thu 10/1
6:50 am-8:40 am
Nonstop1h 50m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$59
Quickest round-trip
San DiegoSacramento
SAN San Diego - SMF Sacramento Intl
SANSMF
San Diego
Wed 12/9
3:30 pm-5:10 pm
Nonstop1h 40m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$59
San DiegoSacramento
SAN San Diego - SMF Sacramento Intl
SANSMF
San Diego
Sat 10/10
6:15 am-8:10 am
Nonstop1h 55m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$59
San DiegoSacramento
SAN San Diego - SMF Sacramento Intl
SANSMF
San Diego
Tue 12/8
12:32 pm-2:20 pm
Nonstop1h 48m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$69
San DiegoSacramento
SAN San Diego - SMF Sacramento Intl
SANSMF
San Diego
Fri 10/16
6:50 am-8:40 am
Nonstop1h 50m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$69
San DiegoSacramento
SAN San Diego - SMF Sacramento Intl
SANSMF
San Diego
Sun 10/11
6:15 am-8:10 am
Nonstop1h 55m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$69
San DiegoSacramento
SAN San Diego - SMF Sacramento Intl
SANSMF
San Diego
Sun 11/8
6:30 am-8:10 am
Nonstop1h 40m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$69
San DiegoSacramento
SAN San Diego - SMF Sacramento Intl
SANSMF
San Diego
Sat 10/17
2:15 pm-5:20 pm
1 stop3h 05m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$74
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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Chico
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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 September 13, 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 morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 12% on airfare.
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 September 13, 2026.
The most flights from SAN to CH1 are scheduled on a Friday (26 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Diego to Chico?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
San Diego to Chico flights typically cost between $137 and $367 in October.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $117 on Alaska Airlines (Oct 1-Oct 7).
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 September 12, 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.
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 September 13, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andAmerican 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
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$97 | Average$236 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$117 | Average$256 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$217 | Average$490 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$245 | Average$406 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |