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$132+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) 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 6/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — SMF
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Sacramento Intl are usually found in August or May, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) 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 junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$217
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$132
(United Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$479
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Cheapest flights from San José to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 8/185:30 amSJO - SMF
2 stops19h 29mUnited Airlines
lun. 9/87:00 amSMF - SJO
1 stop11h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$217
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 10/71:53 pmSJO - SMF
2 stops22h 02mAmerican Airlines
mar. 10/142:42 pmSMF - SJO
2 stops19h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$235
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 6/2612:28 pmSJO - SMF
2 stops21h 56mSpirit Airlines
lun. 6/301:09 pmSMF - SJO
2 stops21h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$305
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/1612:16 pmSJO - SMF
2 stops21h 20mMultiple Airlines
mar. 8/51:08 amSMF - SJO
1 stop21h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$385
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 8/1712:50 amSJO - SMF
2 stops31h 41mAlaska Airlines
jue. 9/49:13 amSMF - SJO
2 stops32h 51mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$522

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San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 8/18

5:30 am-11:59 pm

2 stops19h 29m

Sacramento Intl

lun. 9/8

7:00 am-7:37 pm

1 stop11h 37m

$217

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 10/7

1:53 pm-10:55 am

2 stops22h 02m

Sacramento Intl

mar. 10/14

2:42 pm-11:10 am

2 stops19h 28m

$235

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 6/26

12:28 pm-9:24 am

2 stops21h 56m

Sacramento Intl

lun. 6/30

1:09 pm-11:19 am

2 stops21h 10m

$305

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 7/16

12:16 pm-8:36 am

2 stops21h 20m

Sacramento Intl

mar. 8/5

1:08 am-11:52 pm

1 stop21h 44m

$385

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 8/17

12:50 am-7:31 am

2 stops31h 41m

Sacramento Intl

jue. 9/4

9:13 am-7:04 pm

2 stops32h 51m

$522

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 8/20

8:00 am-8:45 pm

1 stop13h 45m

Sacramento Intl

lun. 9/8

9:00 am-10:55 pm

2 stops36h 55m

$1,063

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 6/19

5:30 am-11:59 pm

2 stops19h 29m

$132

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 7/1

12:28 pm-9:24 am

2 stops21h 56m

$153

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 6/18

12:40 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops31h 05m

$168

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 6/30

5:25 pm-9:24 am

3 stops40h 59m

$194

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Best time to book a flight from San José to Sacramento

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to Sacramento

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

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 $401). 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 SJO to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from San José 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 junio 12, 2025.

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.

Rainfall in Sacramento by month

Plan your trip to Sacramento by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in Sacramento by month

Plan your trip to Sacramento by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 junio 12, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,706 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,531 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Currently priced at $217, 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 Spirit Airlines and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $305 and $341, respectively. United Airlines is 54% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José, San José Province to Sacramento one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $132. Users have also found prices from $153 and $168 on Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, respectively.

  • 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 $401). 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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San José 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$273Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$321Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$438Average$540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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