How long is the flight from San José, San José Province to Sacramento?

For as low as $217, United Airlines can have you in Sacramento from San José, San José Province in 16h 38m. The distance between San José, San José Province and Sacramento is about 3038 mi.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Sacramento round-trip?

Currently priced at $216, United Airlines will fly you from San José, San José Province to Sacramento and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $312 and $407, respectively. United Airlines is 48% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San José, San José Province to Sacramento?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San José, San José Province to Sacramento flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sacramento ranges from 0.0 - 3.6 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Sacramento when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sacramento, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from San José, San José Province to Sacramento?

When booking a flight from San José, San José Province to Sacramento, you may want to consider flying on American Airlines, Delta or United Airlines as they are the most popular for this route.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San José, San José Province to Sacramento?

Friday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 59%.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San José, San José Province to Sacramento?

Our data shows that October tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Sacramento from San José, San José Province. Users have commonly found prices around $530 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $267. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in July.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SJO to SMF?

It’s typically best to fly out from San José, San José Province to Sacramento in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 3% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from San José to Sacramento?

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Find a great deal and save up to 26% by booking at least 27 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from San José, San José Province to Sacramento within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $462.

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Wed 10/18:37 amSJO - SMF

1 stop15h 56mUnited Airlines

Sat 10/1811:10 amSMF - SJO

2 stops24h 16mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/17

$217

Wed 9/108:37 amSJO - SMF

1 stop16h 06mUnited Airlines

Wed 9/242:30 pmSMF - SJO

1 stop15h 45mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/17

$226

Thu 12/256:30 amSJO - SMF

1 stop18h 30mUnited Airlines

Thu 1/87:00 amSMF - SJO

1 stop27h 56mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/17

$239

Wed 9/1012:19 pmSJO - SMF

2 stops21h 19mMultiple Airlines

Tue 9/231:08 amSMF - SJO

1 stop21h 44mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/17

$274

Wed 10/17:55 amSJO - SMF

2 stops14h 51mUnited Airlines

Thu 10/162:31 pmSMF - SJO

2 stops20h 55mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/17

$275

Thu 10/28:37 amSJO - SMF

1 stop12h 04mUnited Airlines

Fri 10/1711:10 amSMF - SJO

2 stops31h 27mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/16

$288

Tue 10/148:37 amSJO - SMF

1 stop14h 09mUnited Airlines

Mon 10/203:20 pmSMF - SJO

2 stops27h 17mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/16

$308

Wed 9/1012:19 pmSJO - SMF

2 stops21h 19mSpirit Airlines

Wed 9/249:33 amSMF - SJO

3 stops24h 41mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 8/18

$318

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Wed 10/17:55 amSJO - SMF

2 stops16h 38mUnited Airlines

Sun 10/197:40 amSMF - SJO

1 stop22h 35mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/17

$217

Thu 10/21:30 pmSJO - SMF

2 stops26h 31mUnited Airlines

Sat 10/1811:10 amSMF - SJO

2 stops31h 27mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/18

$217

Wed 10/157:55 amSJO - SMF

1 stop15h 02mUnited Airlines

Sun 10/197:40 amSMF - SJO

1 stop22h 35mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/17

$217

Wed 10/17:55 amSJO - SMF

2 stops16h 38mUnited Airlines

Sat 10/1811:10 amSMF - SJO

2 stops24h 16mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/17

$217

Sun 10/57:55 amSJO - SMF

2 stops26h 58mUnited Airlines

Tue 10/212:31 pmSMF - SJO

1 stop15h 44mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/17

$217

Mon 10/68:37 amSJO - SMF

1 stop26h 44mUnited Airlines

Sun 10/197:40 amSMF - SJO

1 stop22h 35mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/17

$217

Tue 9/161:30 pmSJO - SMF

2 stops21h 20mUnited Airlines

Tue 9/232:30 pmSMF - SJO

1 stop15h 45mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/17

$217

Sun 10/58:37 amSJO - SMF

1 stop15h 56mUnited Airlines

Sat 10/187:38 amSMF - SJO

2 stops34h 59mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/17

$217

Fri 10/38:37 amSJO - SMF

1 stop14h 09mUnited Airlines

Tue 10/218:35 pmSMF - SJO

1 stop9h 40mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/17

$217

Tue 10/77:55 amSJO - SMF

2 stops16h 15mUnited Airlines

Sat 10/1811:10 amSMF - SJO

2 stops24h 16mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/17

$217

Tue 10/217:55 amSJO - SMF

2 stops27h 10mUnited Airlines

Tue 11/42:26 pmSMF - SJO

2 stops18h 59mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/16

$217

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Wed 8/271:30 pmSJO - SMF

2 stops21h 21mUnited Airlines

Wed 9/38:35 pmSMF - SJO

1 stop9h 40mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/16

$288

Thu 8/288:37 amSJO - SMF

1 stop16h 06mUnited Airlines

Fri 9/51:10 pmSMF - SJO

1 stop22h 16mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/17

$217

Wed 9/108:37 amSJO - SMF

1 stop16h 06mUnited Airlines

Wed 9/242:30 pmSMF - SJO

1 stop15h 45mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/17

$226

Wed 9/1012:19 pmSJO - SMF

2 stops21h 19mMultiple Airlines

Tue 9/231:08 amSMF - SJO

1 stop21h 44mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/16

$274

Wed 9/1012:19 pmSJO - SMF

2 stops21h 19mSpirit Airlines

Wed 9/249:33 amSMF - SJO

3 stops24h 41mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 8/18

$318

Thu 9/111:30 pmSJO - SMF

1 stop9h 36mUnited Airlines

Wed 9/241:10 pmSMF - SJO

1 stop29h 27mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/18

$275

Thu 9/111:30 pmSJO - SMF

1 stop9h 36mUnited Airlines

Mon 9/158:35 pmSMF - SJO

2 stops14h 51mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/16

$332

Sun 9/148:37 amSJO - SMF

1 stop25h 48mUnited Airlines

Sun 9/212:30 pmSMF - SJO

2 stops20h 56mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/17

$370

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Sat 1/176:30 amSJO - SMF

1 stop18h 06mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/16

$132

Thu 9/111:30 pmSJO - SMF

2 stops20h 55mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/17

$138

Fri 9/1212:19 pmSJO - SMF

2 stops21h 19mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 8/17

$198

Fri 9/128:37 amSJO - SMF

1 stop25h 48mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/17

$228

Sat 9/1312:19 pmSJO - SMF

2 stops21h 19mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 8/17

$236

Thu 9/117:45 pmSJO - SMF

3 stops37h 53mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/15

$256

Mon 9/14:13 pmSJO - SMF

2 stops30h 21mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/16

$283

Sat 9/1312:19 pmSJO - SMF

3 stops26h 57mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/17

$285

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Wed 10/1

7:55 am-11:33 pm

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Sun 10/19

7:40 am-7:15 am

1 stop22h 35m

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Thu 10/2

1:30 pm-3:01 pm

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Sat 10/18

11:10 am-7:37 pm

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Wed 10/15

7:55 am-9:57 pm

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7:55 am-11:33 pm

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Sat 10/18

11:10 am-12:26 pm

2 stops24h 16m

$217

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SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

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Sun 10/5

7:55 am-9:53 am

2 stops26h 58m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/21

2:31 pm-7:15 am

1 stop15h 44m

$217

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/6

8:37 am-10:21 am

1 stop26h 44m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 10/19

7:40 am-7:15 am

1 stop22h 35m

$217

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SJO - SMF

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San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/16

1:30 pm-9:50 am

2 stops21h 20m

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Tue 9/23

2:30 pm-7:15 am

1 stop15h 45m

$217

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 10/5

8:37 am-11:33 pm

1 stop15h 56m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/18

7:38 am-7:37 pm

2 stops34h 59m

$217

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/3

8:37 am-9:46 pm

1 stop14h 09m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/21

8:35 pm-7:15 am

1 stop9h 40m

$217

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/7

7:55 am-11:10 pm

2 stops16h 15m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/18

11:10 am-12:26 pm

2 stops24h 16m

$217

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Sacramento?

The price you pay for your flight from San José, San José Province to Sacramento may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 78 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 José, San José Province to Sacramento?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from San José, San José Province to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sacramento

See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from San José to Sacramento have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,981 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,981 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,981 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,925 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,981 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,981 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from San José, San José Province to Sacramento?
For as low as $217, United Airlines can have you in Sacramento from San José, San José Province in 16h 38m. The distance between San José, San José Province and Sacramento is about 3038 mi.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Sacramento round-trip?
Currently priced at $216, United Airlines will fly you from San José, San José Province to Sacramento and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $312 and $407, respectively. United Airlines is 48% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
Can I find deals for flights from San José to Sacramento that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on San José to Sacramento flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from San José to Sacramento?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San José to Sacramento.
Can I find deals for business class flights from San José to Sacramento?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José 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 José, San José Province to Sacramento?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from San José, San José Province to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 3 airlines flying from San José to Sacramento

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
United Airlines	Cheapest$216	Average$405	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
American Airlines	Cheapest$312	Average$469	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Delta	Cheapest$407	Average$520	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A

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