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$82+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Sacramento (SFO - 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 10/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SMF
Oct 29 — Nov 51
Wed 10/29
Wed 11/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 September 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$178
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$82
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$318
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 29, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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.
Mon 10/277:00 amSFO - SMF
1 stop26h 54mAlaska Airlines
Mon 11/35:35 pmSMF - SFO
1 stop4h 26mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/28$178
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/268:27 amSFO - SMF
Nonstop0h 58mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/25:20 amSMF - SFO
Nonstop1h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/28$179
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/288:27 amSFO - SMF
Nonstop0h 58mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/46:20 amSMF - SFO
Nonstop1h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/28$188
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/135:45 amSFO - SMF
1 stop11h 46mFrontier
Fri 11/1412:58 pmSMF - SFO
1 stop7h 12mFrontier
Deal found 9/27$197
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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.
Fri 10/109:27 amSFO - SMF
Nonstop0h 54mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/127:40 amSMF - SFO
Nonstop1h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/27$199
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/278:45 pmSFO - SMF
Nonstop0h 56mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/32:26 pmSMF - SFO
Nonstop1h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/28$212
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/178:40 amSFO - SMF
Nonstop1h 01mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/286:10 amSMF - SFO
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/28$222
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/188:50 pmSFO - SMF
Nonstop0h 56mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/197:40 amSMF - SFO
Nonstop1h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/27$234
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/259:10 amSFO - SMF
Nonstop0h 55mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/2611:36 amSMF - SFO
Nonstop1h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/28$239
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/255:13 pmSFO - SMF
1 stop5h 41mAlaska Airlines
Sat 11/12:54 pmSMF - SFO
1 stop7h 07mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/26$247
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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.
Tue 9/3010:37 pmSFO - SMF
Nonstop0h 56mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/76:00 amSMF - SFO
Nonstop1h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/27$259
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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 10/255:13 pmSFO - SMF
1 stop5h 41mAlaska Airlines
Sun 10/267:00 amSMF - SFO
1 stop25h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/28$267

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 September 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Sacramento

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San FranciscoSacramento

SFO - SMF

SFOSMF

San Francisco

Tue 10/28

7:00 am-4:57 pm

1 stop9h 57m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 11/4

7:33 pm-3:47 pm

1 stop20h 14m

$178

San FranciscoSacramento

SFO - SMF

SFOSMF

San Francisco

Mon 10/27

7:00 am-9:54 am

1 stop26h 54m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 11/3

5:35 pm-10:01 pm

1 stop4h 26m

$178

San FranciscoSacramento

SFO - SMF

SFOSMF

San Francisco

Fri 10/31

8:27 am-9:25 am

Nonstop0h 58m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 11/2

5:20 am-6:24 am

Nonstop1h 04m

$179

San FranciscoSacramento

SFO - SMF

SFOSMF

San Francisco

Sun 10/26

8:27 am-9:25 am

Nonstop0h 58m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 11/2

5:20 am-6:24 am

Nonstop1h 04m

$179

San FranciscoSacramento

SFO - SMF

SFOSMF

San Francisco

Tue 10/28

8:27 am-9:25 am

Nonstop0h 58m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 11/4

6:20 am-7:24 am

Nonstop1h 04m

$188

San FranciscoSacramento

SFO - SMF

SFOSMF

San Francisco

Thu 11/13

5:45 am-5:31 pm

1 stop11h 46m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 11/14

12:58 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop7h 12m

$197

San FranciscoSacramento

SFO - SMF

SFOSMF

San Francisco

Fri 10/10

9:27 am-10:21 am

Nonstop0h 54m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 10/12

7:40 am-8:43 am

Nonstop1h 03m

$199

San FranciscoSacramento

SFO - SMF

SFOSMF

San Francisco

Mon 10/27

8:45 pm-9:41 pm

Nonstop0h 56m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 11/3

2:26 pm-3:30 pm

Nonstop1h 04m

$212

San FranciscoSacramento

SFO - SMF

SFOSMF

San Francisco

Wed 2/18

3:15 pm-4:11 pm

Nonstop0h 56m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 2/22

6:25 am-7:34 am

Nonstop1h 09m

$239

San FranciscoSacramento

SFO - SMF

SFOSMF

San Francisco

Sat 10/25

9:10 am-10:05 am

Nonstop0h 55m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 11/1

2:26 pm-3:30 pm

Nonstop1h 04m

$239

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Sacramento in September.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Sacramento flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-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 Francisco-Sacramento flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for San Francisco to Sacramento flights

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San Francisco to Sacramento trip
Airports
SFO

To save time at SFO, use the AirTrain Red Line to quickly navigate between terminals and security checkpoints.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
SMF

For a quick ride to downtown Sacramento, take the SacRT Route 142 express bus, which runs hourly and takes about 30 minutes.

Read more about SMFby Matt Meltzer
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Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

Expert on SMF

Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer has been a travel writer for over a decade, covering U.S. domestic locations and hotels for Thrillist, Fifty Grande, Matador Network, Conde Nast Traveler, and other top publications. He's won multiple travel journalism awards from the Society of American Travel Writers and North American Travel Journalists Association, and currently resides in South Florida.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SFO

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Sacramento

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Sacramento?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from San Francisco to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $397). 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 SFO to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 September 29, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Sacramento is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 27% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Sacramento?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on September 28, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Sacramento flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 September 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines from San Francisco to Sacramento by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from San Francisco to Sacramento?

    To fly from San Francisco to Sacramento, you need to book a flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Sacramento Intl (SMF). Nonstop flights to Sacramento Intl from San Francisco take 0h 53m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 23 outbound flights from San Francisco to Sacramento Intl offered by 1 airline.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Sacramento flight route?

    Flights from San Francisco to Sacramento Intl have been viewed 1 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Sacramento?

    Airlines like Alaska Airlines and United Airlines fly from San Francisco to Sacramento in about 58m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 59m. The distance between San Francisco and Sacramento is about 86 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco to Sacramento round-trip?

    Currently priced at $184, United Airlines will fly you from San Francisco to Sacramento and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Sacramento for 45% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Sacramento?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Francisco to Sacramento on time: Avianca (90%), Emirates (87%), ANA (84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Sacramento?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $189. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Sacramento Intl) can be booked for $179 on average, our data indicates $364 when flying from San Francisco to Sacramento.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Sacramento that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Sacramento?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Sacramento?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Sacramento by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Sacramento?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from San Francisco to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $397). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from San Francisco to Sacramento

Discover the top airline that operate flights from San Francisco to Sacramento. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$184Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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