$79+ 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 7/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — SMF
Jul 10 — Jul 171
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 June 10, 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 June 10, 2026.
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/27:44 am
SAN
- SMF
Nonstop1h 52m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 7/65:37 pm
SMF
- SAN
Nonstop1h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/7![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$155
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 7/811:30 am
SAN
- SMF
Nonstop1h 50m
Southwest
Thu 7/98:25 pm
SMF
- SAN
Nonstop1h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/4![Southwest logo]()
$157
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 9/302:15 pm
SAN
- SMF
Nonstop1h 40m
Southwest
Mon 10/511:45 am
SMF
- SAN
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/4![Southwest logo]()
$159
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 8/16:30 am
SAN
- SMF
Nonstop1h 50m
Southwest
Wed 8/58:55 am
SMF
- SAN
1 stop2h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 6/4![Southwest logo]()
$163
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 7/16:15 am
SAN
- SMF
1 stop4h 31m
Delta
Wed 7/86:55 pm
SMF
- SAN
1 stop4h 47m
Delta
Deal found 6/4![Delta logo]()
$167
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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.
Tue 8/254:10 pm
SAN
- SMF
1 stop2h 55m
Southwest
Thu 8/276:25 am
SMF
- SAN
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/8![Southwest logo]()
$169
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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.
Mon 8/36:45 am
SAN
- SMF
Nonstop1h 50m
Southwest
Thu 8/66:25 am
SMF
- SAN
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/8![Southwest logo]()
$170
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 7/17:44 am
SAN
- SMF
Nonstop1h 52m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 7/11:30 pm
SMF
- SAN
Nonstop1h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/8![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$172
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 7/86:20 am
SAN
- SMF
1 stop4h 36m
United Airlines
Thu 7/96:47 pm
SMF
- SAN
1 stop5h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/4![United Airlines logo]()
$173
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Sat 9/262:50 pm
SAN
- SMF
1 stop2h 55m
Southwest
Tue 9/298:55 am
SMF
- SAN
1 stop2h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 6/9![Southwest logo]()
$174
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 June 10, 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 June 10, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Wed 7/154:56 pm
SAN
- SMF
Nonstop1h 42m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 7/228:36 am
SMF
- SAN
Nonstop1h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/9![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 7/311:30 am
SAN
- SMF
Nonstop1h 50m
Southwest
Tue 7/77:50 pm
SMF
- SAN
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/5![Southwest logo]()
$182
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/76:20 am
SAN
- SMF
1 stop4h 36m
United Airlines
Wed 7/86:47 pm
SMF
- SAN
1 stop5h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/7![United Airlines logo]()
$189
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/186:15 am
SAN
- SMF
1 stop4h 32m
Delta
Sat 7/255:00 pm
SMF
- SAN
1 stop5h 15m
Delta
Deal found 6/7![Delta logo]()
$197
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Tue 6/307:56 pm
SAN
- SMF
Nonstop1h 49m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 7/11:30 pm
SMF
- SAN
Nonstop1h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/9![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$177
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/206:20 am
SAN
- SMF
1 stop4h 36m
United Airlines
Wed 7/226:47 pm
SMF
- SAN
1 stop5h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/9![United Airlines logo]()
$189
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/93:00 pm
SAN
- SMF
1 stop4h 40m
Delta
Tue 8/119:21 am
SMF
- SAN
1 stop5h 49m
Delta
Deal found 6/9![Delta logo]()
$207
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/157:41 pm
SAN
- SMF
1 stop4h 18m
United Airlines
Sat 7/186:47 pm
SMF
- SAN
1 stop5h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/8![United Airlines logo]()
$189
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Tue 7/216:40 am
SAN
- SMF
1 stop5h 45m
Southwest
Sun 7/262:00 pm
SMF
- SAN
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/9![Southwest logo]()
$212
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 9/26:15 am
SAN
- SMF
1 stop4h 26m
Delta
Wed 9/95:15 pm
SMF
- SAN
1 stop5h 40m
Delta
Deal found 6/6![Delta logo]()
$217
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Sat 7/182:15 pm
SAN
- SMF
2 stops7h 35m
Southwest
Sat 10/319:20 am
SMF
- SAN
1 stop2h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 6/9![Southwest logo]()
$223
Last-minute flights from San Diego to ChicoDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Chico. Data last updated June 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Chico. Data last updated June 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 7/17:41 pm
SAN
- SMF
1 stop4h 18m
United Airlines
Tue 7/76:47 pm
SMF
- SAN
1 stop5h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/5![United Airlines logo]()
$167
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 7/17:44 am
SAN
- SMF
Nonstop1h 52m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 7/11:30 pm
SMF
- SAN
Nonstop1h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/8![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$172
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 7/18:15 am
SAN
- SMF
Nonstop1h 45m
Southwest
Tue 7/77:50 pm
SMF
- SAN
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/5![Southwest logo]()
$182
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/17:41 pm
SAN
- SMF
1 stop4h 18m
United Airlines
Thu 7/26:47 pm
SMF
- SAN
1 stop5h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/8![United Airlines logo]()
$189
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/27:44 am
SAN
- SMF
Nonstop1h 52m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 7/65:37 pm
SMF
- SAN
Nonstop1h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/7![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$155
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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.
Thu 7/27:44 am
SAN
- SMF
Nonstop1h 52m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 7/24:43 pm
SMF
- SAN
Nonstop1h 37m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/8![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$177
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/26:27 pm
SAN
- SMF
1 stop5h 32m
United Airlines
Sun 7/56:00 am
SMF
- SAN
1 stop3h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/8![United Airlines logo]()
$184
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 7/26:35 am
SAN
- SMF
1 stop4h 35m
Southwest
Tue 7/77:50 pm
SMF
- SAN
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/8![Southwest logo]()
$187
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Sat 7/187:35 pm
SAN
- SMF
Nonstop1h 45m
Southwest
Sat 10/312:45 pm
SMF
- SAN
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/9![Southwest logo]()
$178
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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.
Tue 7/2811:00 am
SAN
- SMF
Nonstop1h 53m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 8/31:30 pm
SMF
- SAN
Nonstop1h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/8![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$176
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/319:00 pm
SAN
- SMF
Nonstop1h 45m
Southwest
Tue 8/42:00 pm
SMF
- SAN
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/7![Southwest logo]()
$188
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 June 10, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to Chico. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 10, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 7/86:20 am
SAN
- SMF
1 stop4h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/5![United Airlines logo]()
$79
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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.
Tue 8/44:10 pm
SAN
- SMF
1 stop2h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 6/8![Southwest logo]()
$80
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 9/21:15 pm
SAN
- SMF
2 stops5h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 6/5![Southwest logo]()
$84
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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.
Mon 7/67:44 am
SAN
- SMF
Nonstop1h 52m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/8![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$89
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 8/63:20 pm
SAN
- SMF
1 stop4h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 6/10![Southwest logo]()
$91
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/36:20 am
SAN
- SMF
1 stop4h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/9![United Airlines logo]()
$95
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/43:00 pm
SAN
- SMF
1 stop3h 33m
Delta
Deal found 6/8![Delta logo]()
$99
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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.
Mon 8/316:15 am
SAN
- SMF
1 stop4h 26m
Delta
Deal found 6/5![Delta logo]()
$101
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 7/47:35 am
SAN
- SMF
2 stops7h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 6/8![Southwest logo]()
$104
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 8/124:40 pm
SAN
- SMF
2 stops24h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 6/5![Frontier logo]()
$107
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/43:03 pm
SAN
- SMF
1 stop25h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 6/10![Frontier logo]()
$109
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 June 10, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $155 (SmartFares) |
One-way from | $79 (United Airlines) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $239 |
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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 10, 2026.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San DiegoSacramento
SAN - SMF
SANSMF
San Diego
Wed 7/15
4:56 pm-6:38 pm
Nonstop1h 42m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 7/22
8:36 am-10:20 am
Nonstop1h 44m
$177
San DiegoSacramento
SAN - SMF
SANSMF
San Diego
Tue 6/30
7:56 pm-9:45 pm
Nonstop1h 49m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 7/1
1:30 pm-3:14 pm
Nonstop1h 44m
$177
Quickest round-trip
San DiegoSacramento
SAN - SMF
SANSMF
San Diego
Fri 7/3
11:30 am-1:20 pm
Nonstop1h 50m
Sacramento Intl
Tue 7/7
7:50 pm-9:20 pm
Nonstop1h 30m
$182
San DiegoSacramento
SAN - SMF
SANSMF
San Diego
Tue 7/7
6:20 am-10:56 am
1 stop4h 36m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 7/8
6:47 pm-11:54 pm
1 stop5h 07m
$189
San DiegoSacramento
SAN - SMF
SANSMF
San Diego
Mon 7/20
6:20 am-10:56 am
1 stop4h 36m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 7/22
6:47 pm-11:54 pm
1 stop5h 07m
$189
San DiegoSacramento
SAN - SMF
SANSMF
San Diego
Wed 7/15
7:41 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop4h 18m
Sacramento Intl
Sat 7/18
6:47 pm-11:54 pm
1 stop5h 07m
$189
San DiegoSacramento
SAN - SMF
SANSMF
San Diego
Sat 7/18
6:15 am-10:47 am
1 stop4h 32m
Sacramento Intl
Sat 7/25
5:00 pm-10:15 pm
1 stop5h 15m
$197
San DiegoSacramento
SAN - SMF
SANSMF
San Diego
Sun 8/9
3:00 pm-7:40 pm
1 stop4h 40m
Sacramento Intl
Tue 8/11
9:21 am-3:10 pm
1 stop5h 49m
$207
San DiegoSacramento
SAN - SMF
SANSMF
San Diego
Tue 7/21
6:40 am-12:25 pm
1 stop5h 45m
Sacramento Intl
Sun 7/26
2:00 pm-3:30 pm
Nonstop1h 30m
$212
San DiegoSacramento
SAN - SMF
SANSMF
San Diego
Wed 9/2
6:15 am-10:41 am
1 stop4h 26m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 9/9
5:15 pm-10:55 pm
1 stop5h 40m
$217
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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 June 10, 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 16% on airfare.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Diego to Chico?
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 June 8, 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 June 10, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines,Southwest, 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.
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.0
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2026
STS - LAX
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.0
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2026
STS - LAX
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.0
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2026
STS - LAX
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.0
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2026
STS - LAX
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.0
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2026
STS - LAX
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$48 | Average$315 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time85% | |
| Cheapest$97 | Average$247 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$112 | Average$249 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$184 | Average$503 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$245 | Average$388 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |