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$60+ Cheap flights from San Jose to Sacramento (SJC - SMF)

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SJC — SMF
Aug 12 — Aug 191
Tue 8/12
Tue 8/19
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Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) 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 7, 2025.

Round-trip from

$116
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$60
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$231
From San Jose to Sacramento Intl
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 7, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/266:00 amSJC - SMF
1 stop13h 20mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/276:30 amSMF - SJC
1 stop9h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/5$116
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/46:35 amSJC - SMF
1 stop15h 06mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/109:33 amSMF - SJC
1 stop10h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/5$129
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/46:35 amSJC - SMF
1 stop15h 06mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/116:30 amSMF - SJC
1 stop13h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/7$142
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Sun 9/76:35 amSJC - SMF
1 stop26h 03mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/116:30 amSMF - SJC
1 stop4h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/6$161
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Thu 8/2112:39 pmSJC - SMF
1 stop6h 41mSpirit Airlines
Sun 8/248:25 pmSMF - SJC
1 stop15h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/6$169
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/294:16 pmSJC - SMF
1 stop5h 25mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/306:30 amSMF - SJC
1 stop13h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/5$172
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 9/36:37 amSJC - SMF
1 stop12h 22mAlaska Airlines
Wed 9/106:20 amSMF - SJC
1 stop4h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/6$184
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Sun 8/316:00 amSJC - SMF
1 stop15h 34mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/28:25 pmSMF - SJC
1 stop19h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/6$204
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 9/19:09 pmSJC - SMF
1 stop25h 41mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/89:13 amSMF - SJC
1 stop25h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/5$217
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Tue 8/126:30 amSJC - SMF
1 stop4h 36mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/127:26 pmSMF - SJC
1 stop20h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/5$261
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Sat 8/96:30 amSJC - SMF
1 stop4h 36mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/117:26 pmSMF - SJC
1 stop15h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/5$463
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 8/187:47 pmSJC - SMF
1 stop18h 32mAlaska Airlines
Thu 8/216:20 amSMF - SJC
1 stop14h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/5$470

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose 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 7, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Sacramento that are best for you.

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San Jose

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Sacramento

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Depart

Return

Price

San JoseSacramento

SJC - SMF

SJCSMF

San Jose

Tue 8/26

6:00 am-7:20 pm

1 stop13h 20m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/27

6:30 am-3:46 pm

1 stop9h 16m

$116

San JoseSacramento

SJC - SMF

SJCSMF

San Jose

Thu 9/4

6:35 am-9:41 pm

1 stop15h 06m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/10

9:33 am-8:00 pm

1 stop10h 27m

$129

San JoseSacramento

SJC - SMF

SJCSMF

San Jose

Thu 9/4

6:35 am-9:41 pm

1 stop15h 06m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 9/11

6:30 am-8:00 pm

1 stop13h 30m

$142

San JoseSacramento

SJC - SMF

SJCSMF

San Jose

Sun 9/7

6:35 am-8:38 am

1 stop26h 03m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 9/11

6:30 am-10:45 am

1 stop4h 15m

$161

San JoseSacramento

SJC - SMF

SJCSMF

San Jose

Thu 8/21

12:39 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop6h 41m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 8/24

8:25 pm-11:44 am

1 stop15h 19m

$169

San JoseSacramento

SJC - SMF

SJCSMF

San Jose

Mon 9/29

4:16 pm-9:41 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/30

6:30 am-8:00 pm

1 stop13h 30m

$172

San JoseSacramento

SJC - SMF

SJCSMF

San Jose

Wed 9/3

6:37 am-6:59 pm

1 stop12h 22m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/10

6:20 am-10:23 am

1 stop4h 03m

$184

San JoseSacramento

SJC - SMF

SJCSMF

San Jose

Sun 8/31

6:00 am-9:34 pm

1 stop15h 34m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/2

8:25 pm-3:46 pm

1 stop19h 21m

$204

San JoseSacramento

SJC - SMF

SJCSMF

San Jose

Mon 9/1

9:09 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop25h 41m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/8

9:13 am-11:03 am

1 stop25h 50m

$217

San JoseSacramento

SJC - SMF

SJCSMF

San Jose

Fri 1/9

10:20 am-2:12 pm

1 stop3h 52m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 1/9

5:40 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop4h 47m

$242

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

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose 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 7, 2025.

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

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 7, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and United Airlines from San Jose 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

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

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,631 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

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
8,916 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

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

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,051 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

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

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $116, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Jose to Sacramento..

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose 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 Jose to Sacramento?

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