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$82+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Sacramento (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 Bay Area to Sacramento

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco Bay Area to Sacramento flight deals. Data was last updated September 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$163
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$82
(Alaska Airlines)
From San Francisco Bay Area to Sacramento Intl
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area 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 9/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2811:41 amSFO - SMF
1 stop5h 16mAlaska Airlines
Wed 10/2910:31 amSMF - SFO
1 stop11h 30mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/29$163
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 Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2910:25 amSJC - SMF
1 stop3h 52mAlaska Airlines
Wed 11/57:00 amSMF - SJC
1 stop5h 01mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/29$198
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 Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/197:00 amSJC - SMF
1 stop9h 57mAlaska Airlines
Sat 11/227:00 amSMF - SJC
1 stop15h 49mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/29$207
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 Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/197:00 amSFO - SMF
1 stop9h 57mAlaska Airlines
Sun 11/237:00 amSMF - SFO
1 stop16h 57mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/29$217
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 KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/137:00 amSJC - SMF
1 stop5h 30mAlaska Airlines
Fri 11/147:00 amSMF - SJC
1 stop5h 01mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/27$224

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Bay Area to Sacramento that are best for you.

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San Francisco Bay Area

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Sacramento

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoSacramento

SFO - SMF

SFOSMF

San Francisco

Tue 10/28

11:41 am-4:57 pm

1 stop5h 16m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/29

10:31 am-10:01 pm

1 stop11h 30m

$163

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 JoseSacramento

SJC - SMF

SJCSMF

San Jose

Wed 10/29

10:25 am-2:17 pm

1 stop3h 52m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 11/5

7:00 am-12:01 pm

1 stop5h 01m

$198

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 JoseSacramento

SJC - SMF

SJCSMF

San Jose

Wed 11/19

7:00 am-4:57 pm

1 stop9h 57m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 11/22

7:00 am-10:49 pm

1 stop15h 49m

$207

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Sacramento

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area 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 XIH to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Sacramento as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area to Sacramento

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area to Sacramento. 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 29, 2025.

The most flights from zzXIH to SMF are scheduled on a Monday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (21 on average).

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.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Sacramento, such as United Airlines. 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Simon,Jun 2024

LAS - LAX

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Simon,Jun 2024

LAS - LAX

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Sacramento from San Francisco Bay Area?

    Most people fly into Sacramento Intl (SMF) if they book a flight to Sacramento from San Francisco Bay Area. Sacramento Intl is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Sacramento’s city center.

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

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

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

    A quick flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Sacramento can take about 58m. Alaska Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $179. The distance from San Francisco Bay Area to Sacramento is about 86 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Sacramento one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Alaska Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $87. Users have also found prices from $124 and $127 on United Airlines and Frontier, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Sacramento?

    While some choose either San Jose - Sacramento Intl or Oakland - Sacramento Intl, San Francisco - Sacramento Intl is the most popular route from San Francisco Bay Area to Sacramento.

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

    Before booking your flight to Sacramento from San Francisco Bay Area, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Avianca (90%), Emirates (87%), ANA( 84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Bay Area to Sacramento.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Bay Area to Sacramento.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Bay Area to Sacramento?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Bay Area to Sacramento

Discover the top airline that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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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