$59+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Sacramento (SAN - SMF)
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 9/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — SMF
Sep 12 — Sep 191
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to SacramentoExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 13, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 13, 2026.
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/59:51 pm -
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Deal found 8/8![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$117
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
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1 stop2h 55m
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Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 8/11![Southwest logo]()
$118
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/108:15 am -
Nonstop1h 53m
Thu 9/1012:52 pm -
Nonstop1h 44m
Deal found 8/10![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$119
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Sat 9/54:36 pm -
Nonstop1h 42m
Sat 9/1210:47 am -
Nonstop1h 48m
Deal found 8/11![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$121
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
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1 stop4h 00m
Deal found 8/11![Southwest logo]()
$122
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Sat 9/129:51 pm -
Nonstop1h 49m
Thu 9/176:52 am -
Nonstop1h 43m
Deal found 8/11![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$125
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 9/31:00 pm -
Nonstop1h 40m
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Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 8/10![Southwest logo]()
$127
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 9/52:50 pm -
1 stop2h 55m
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1 stop2h 55m
Deal found 8/8![Southwest logo]()
$128
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/196:15 am -
1 stop6h 00m
Mon 9/215:00 pm -
Nonstop1h 37m
Deal found 8/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$129
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 9/122:50 pm -
1 stop2h 55m
Mon 9/148:10 pm -
Nonstop1h 35m
Deal found 8/10![Southwest logo]()
$130
Best flights from San Diego to SacramentoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to Sacramento that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 13, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to Sacramento that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 13, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/301:59 pm -
Nonstop1h 43m
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Nonstop1h 51m
Deal found 8/12![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$125
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 10/36:15 am -
Nonstop1h 55m
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1 stop5h 00m
Deal found 8/10![Southwest logo]()
$135
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 9/118:45 pm -
Nonstop1h 45m
Sun 9/135:50 am -
Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 8/7![Southwest logo]()
$137
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/27:27 pm -
Nonstop1h 42m
Wed 9/95:00 pm -
Nonstop1h 37m
Deal found 8/12![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$137
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Mon 9/218:15 am -
Nonstop1h 53m
Wed 9/2312:52 pm -
Nonstop1h 44m
Deal found 8/9![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$137
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 9/178:45 pm -
Nonstop1h 45m
Sun 9/207:05 am -
Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 8/10![Southwest logo]()
$151
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 10/172:15 pm -
1 stop3h 00m
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Nonstop1h 35m
Deal found 8/8![Southwest logo]()
$153
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Sun 9/206:40 am -
Nonstop1h 45m
Tue 9/2212:55 pm -
Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 8/10![Southwest logo]()
$156
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 9/54:05 pm -
Nonstop1h 40m
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Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 8/8![Southwest logo]()
$157
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/252:30 pm -
1 stop5h 10m
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Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 8/12![Southwest logo]()
$166
Last-minute flights from San Diego to SacramentoDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Sacramento. Data last updated August 13, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Sacramento. Data last updated August 13, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 9/31:00 pm -
Nonstop1h 40m
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Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 8/10![Southwest logo]()
$127
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/59:51 pm -
Nonstop1h 49m
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Nonstop1h 43m
Deal found 8/8![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$117
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 9/52:50 pm -
1 stop2h 55m
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Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 8/11![Southwest logo]()
$118
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Sat 9/54:36 pm -
Nonstop1h 42m
Sat 9/1210:47 am -
Nonstop1h 48m
Deal found 8/11![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$121
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 9/52:50 pm -
1 stop2h 55m
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1 stop2h 55m
Deal found 8/8![Southwest logo]()
$128
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/108:15 am -
Nonstop1h 53m
Thu 9/1012:52 pm -
Nonstop1h 44m
Deal found 8/10![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$119
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Fri 9/118:10 am -
Nonstop1h 40m
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1 stop4h 00m
Deal found 8/11![Southwest logo]()
$122
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/129:51 pm -
Nonstop1h 49m
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Nonstop1h 44m
Deal found 8/12![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$125
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 9/122:50 pm -
1 stop2h 55m
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Nonstop1h 35m
Deal found 8/10![Southwest logo]()
$130
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/196:15 am -
1 stop6h 00m
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Nonstop1h 37m
Deal found 8/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$129
One-way flights from San Diego to SacramentoSearch for one-way flight options from San Diego to Sacramento. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 13, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to Sacramento. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 13, 2026.
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/69:51 pm -
Nonstop1h 49m
Deal found 8/11![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$59
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 9/510:35 am -
1 stop6h 10m
Deal found 8/10![Southwest logo]()
$60
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 10/36:15 am -
Nonstop1h 55m
Deal found 8/11![Southwest logo]()
$63
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Thu 9/105:40 pm -
Nonstop1h 35m
Deal found 8/7![Southwest logo]()
$69
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1211:18 am -
1 stop7h 14m
Deal found 8/11![Frontier logo]()
$73
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Sat 9/192:50 pm -
1 stop2h 55m
Deal found 8/7![Southwest logo]()
$74
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/259:03 pm -
1 stop20h 25m
Deal found 8/12![Frontier logo]()
$75
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/33:45 pm -
1 stop19h 12m
Deal found 8/11![Frontier logo]()
$76
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/104:54 pm -
1 stop17h 46m
Deal found 8/7![Frontier logo]()
$77
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/912:20 pm -
Nonstop1h 55m
Deal found 8/12![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$78
Find flight deals from San Diego to Sacramento
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Sacramento (SMF). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated August 13, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $117 (Priceline) |
One-way from | $59 (Booking.com) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $249 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Sacramento 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 August 13, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Sacramento that are best for you.
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San DiegoSacramento
SAN San Diego - SMF Sacramento Intl
SANSMF
San Diego
Wed 9/30
1:59 pm-3:42 pm
Nonstop1h 43m
Sacramento Intl
Mon 10/5
7:59 pm-9:50 pm
Nonstop1h 51m
$125
San DiegoSacramento
SAN San Diego - SMF Sacramento Intl
SANSMF
San Diego
Sat 10/3
6:15 am-8:10 am
Nonstop1h 55m
Sacramento Intl
Sat 10/3
3:40 pm-8:40 pm
1 stop5h 00m
$135
San DiegoSacramento
SAN San Diego - SMF Sacramento Intl
SANSMF
San Diego
Fri 9/11
8:45 pm-10:30 pm
Nonstop1h 45m
Sacramento Intl
Sun 9/13
5:50 am-7:20 am
Nonstop1h 30m
$137
San DiegoSacramento
SAN San Diego - SMF Sacramento Intl
SANSMF
San Diego
Wed 9/2
7:27 pm-9:09 pm
Nonstop1h 42m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 9/9
5:00 pm-6:37 pm
Nonstop1h 37m
$137
San DiegoSacramento
SAN San Diego - SMF Sacramento Intl
SANSMF
San Diego
Mon 9/21
8:15 am-10:08 am
Nonstop1h 53m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 9/23
12:52 pm-2:36 pm
Nonstop1h 44m
$137
San DiegoSacramento
SAN San Diego - SMF Sacramento Intl
SANSMF
San Diego
Thu 9/17
8:45 pm-10:30 pm
Nonstop1h 45m
Sacramento Intl
Sun 9/20
7:05 am-8:35 am
Nonstop1h 30m
$151
San DiegoSacramento
SAN San Diego - SMF Sacramento Intl
SANSMF
San Diego
Sat 10/17
2:15 pm-5:15 pm
1 stop3h 00m
Sacramento Intl
Fri 10/23
8:30 pm-10:05 pm
Nonstop1h 35m
$153
San DiegoSacramento
SAN San Diego - SMF Sacramento Intl
SANSMF
San Diego
Sun 9/20
6:40 am-8:25 am
Nonstop1h 45m
Sacramento Intl
Tue 9/22
12:55 pm-2:25 pm
Nonstop1h 30m
$156
Quickest round-trip
San DiegoSacramento
SAN San Diego - SMF Sacramento Intl
SANSMF
San Diego
Sat 9/5
4:05 pm-5:45 pm
Nonstop1h 40m
Sacramento Intl
Fri 9/11
5:40 pm-7:10 pm
Nonstop1h 30m
$157
San DiegoSacramento
SAN San Diego - SMF Sacramento Intl
SANSMF
San Diego
Fri 9/25
2:30 pm-7:40 pm
1 stop5h 10m
Sacramento Intl
Sun 9/27
5:50 am-7:20 am
Nonstop1h 30m
$166
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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Sacramento in August.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Sacramento flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Sacramento flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Diego-Sacramento flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Sacramento
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sacramento from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Sacramento?
The price you pay for your flight from San Diego to Sacramento may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 57 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Sacramento?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Sacramento (average of $182). Flying from San Diego to Sacramento in July is currently the most expensive (average of $299). 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 SMF?
Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Sacramento. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 13, 2026.
When flying from San Diego to Sacramento, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 11% versus a flight in the afternoon.
What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Sacramento?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Sacramento flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon 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.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Sacramento
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sacramento. 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 Sacramento. Reviews last updated August 13, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andHawaiian Airlines from San Diego to Sacramento. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
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